Over Easter weekend, we were able to take a trip down to Zion National Park for a fun getaway with Josh's family. The entire Cox family (my mother-in-law's family) were able to attend, minus a few. We took this trip three years earlier and we couldn't wait to go again! This time we had little Stella with us, of course making it even better.
One of the main reasons we had this trip, was to celebrate Josh's sweet Grandpa Rodney for his birthday. It was a bit belated, but a great celebration! Everyone in the room was able to share a special memory they have of Grandpa. It was fun to learn some new things about him. From the time I met him, he has made me feel like one of his own grandchildren and I love him for that. He is such a wonderful man and I am grateful for the time we were able to spend with him during this trip!
The man of the hour!
Stella loves her aunt Heidi. I don't know if it is because Heidi has a young baby as well, but she definitely has the touch!
The next day we were able to enjoy a movie at the IMAX theater, then spend the afternoon at the pool. This was Stella's first time swimming, and she had a great time! She loves bath time, so the fact that she loved the hot tub was no surprise.
Swimming with daddy!
The next day was Easter Sunday. At home, Stella received a new dress and some toys from the Easter Bunny, but we didn't bring these things along with us So it was so thoughtful of Grandma Kerri and Grandpa Scott to have a gift waiting for her.
A new book to remind her how much the Savior loves her.
Then it was time to pack up and head home. Before that, we had to get a photo with the whole gang.
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(Heidi, I didn't have of a photo of the whole group, I stole this off your blog - hope you don't mind!)
The Madsen kids with their Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Cox. A photo that will be cherished forever!
Thank you Grandma and Grandpa, Scott and Kerri, and everyone else for a fantastic weekend! Hope to do it again soon! :)
2 comments:
Ash, I was about a day away from getting after you about not seeing any pics of stella...! :) Thankfully you posted, and now we don`t have to go there!! :) :))))!
It has been TOOO long since we have scene her little face, and we know she has already grown and changed so much from this time...
She is just to adorable and perfet for words! I love looking at her litte face in each picture... she is perfect! Glad she loved swimming and enjoying cousin time. What a cutie! Ya`ll look so darn geat! The trip looks and sounded like it was a great time!
Love you all!
Jess
You know I love me some STELLA!!!! :)
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