I am working on my trip update, but in the mean time I thought I would show you what was going on at home.
I had arranged the costumes and got the kids all excited. I flew out at 3 pm on Wednesday and at 6 pm our church had their trunk or treat. Since I had the camera with me, I asked a friend to get some pictures of the kids.
This is a warning to everyone, don't let your husband do the make-up! I was very happy he tired, but I couldn't help but laugh at how Jenna's circles on the cheeks are slipping down to her neck and a few wiskers are missing from Niki's face. But they still are adorable and had a lot of fun.
On Friday they dressed up again and went trick or treating to a few houses of people we know in our neighborhood (but I found out later, it was VERY few. Like, um, three). Then they stopped for a little party for kids in the house across our street.
On Saturday Günter took them to the Yabadoo place again (indoor recreation).
Sunday he took them to Oma's church and then they had lunch there afterwards (Niki told me, "We had cake and it wasn't even anyone's birthday!")
Monday and Tuesday Günter got them both off to KiGa and then went for a short day at work.
Wednesday he had to take Niki to his ENT apointment then pick up Jenna and then picked me up at the airport by 3 pm.
The kids were so excited to see me and it warmed my heart. Jenna kept kissing my hand while saying Mama. It was sweet.
The house was in pretty good condition too. I spent that evening just playing with the kids and the next day trying to get motivated to catch up on things. Including posting my blog entry. I will work on it now.
Posted by Krista at November 7, 2008 09:01 AMHow cute they are! I didn't even notice the makeup differences until you mentioned them. I just saw two darling kids with happy faces! I'm sure Guenter was happy to have you home too! Diversion is a wonderful thing --- for anybody! I'm looking forward to your next post -- and taking a mental trip to the Turkish Riveria!
Posted by: Dana at November 7, 2008 04:26 PMOh they look adorable despite the makeup! And I didn't realize you were taking a trip - did you go solo this time? Or did you go with friends?
Posted by: Kari at November 7, 2008 04:57 PMYay! I'm sooo glad you are home and that you had a GREAT time (Or, I'm assuming you did!!!). The kids look absolutely adorable and kudos to Guenter for being such a great dad and taking care of the kids. Jenna's nose looks great and I laughed at the circle below the cheek, too, but they still looked absolutely cute! Can't wait to read your write-up. I missed you!!!!!
Posted by: Jeni at November 7, 2008 05:31 PMWhat a darling little lion and clown! Looks like fun was had by all. I can't wait to hear ALL about your trip to the beach. I see that you've been reading the Twilight series...
Posted by: Marnie at November 7, 2008 07:18 PMEnjoyed seeing the pictures of the kids, they looked adorable although Niki was missing a few whiskers.:) Can't wait to hear all about your trip and see the pictures. Hope you had a good time and were able to get a well deserved rest! Missed you!
Posted by: Joan at November 8, 2008 02:52 PMEnjoyed seeing the pictures of the kids, they looked adorable although Niki was missing a few whiskers.:) Can't wait to hear all about your trip and see the pictures. Hope you had a good time and were able to get a well deserved rest! Missed you!
Posted by: Joan at November 8, 2008 02:56 PMKrista...you're back! I hope that the weather was great and that you had some real relaxation! See you soon.
Posted by: Angi at November 8, 2008 11:50 PM