Airplanes + 7 month old twins = about as much fun as it sounds

Actually, to be truthful, it wasn't as bad as we expected. After cutting out of work early on the 23rd, my humble employer Dennis took us to the airport in his monster truck (which was necessary in order to get all of our stuff there). After checking 2 carseats and 2 big duffel bags, we made our way through the security checkpoint in a reasonable amout of time.

Security? Piece of cake!

Robyn, being who she is (in case you've forgotten, re-read this), got us to the airport 2 full hours early, so naturally we were past security 45 minutes after arriving. Can't complain though... it gave us time to enjoy a nice meal at Gustav's, look through the books at Powell's, and still get to the gate with time to spare.

As I mentioned earlier, we were pleasantly surprised with the flight down. Of course, we were expecting these boys to be screaming their brains out for the two and a half hour flight (being particularly loud during takeoff and landing), but it turned out to be no problem at all. They sat on our laps with toys and a blanket for each. Zach slept for most of the flight, while Logan was interested in all the new sights and sounds and people.

Thursday, Great-Grandpa Clevenger

On Thursday we made it out to Arcadia to visit Robyn's Grandfather. He was very excited to meet the boys, and we got some good shots of each of the 4 generations of Clevengers that were present. We also got a visit from Ben Cowan, Robyn's long time friend from high school.

Can't think of a title for this one. Just Logan, freakin' cute. 4 generations of Clevengers Grandpa and Great-Grandpa 4 generations of Clevengers Logan's such a ham 4 generations of Clevengers Logan gets grabby That wore us out! Zach waves on Uncle Chris's USNA blanket Yes, Logan can get upright now Zach can too! Ben

Friday, Grandma's school buddies

Friday was the day we made it out to Grandma Beeber's school to visit friends who work with her. Too busy passing boys around to take pics... oops! We did get a couple of them in the morning.

You know... how they posed for pictures in the old'en days Zach: "tee hee" Logan's still sleepy

Saturday, Microwave repairmen

Saturday got hijacked because their over-the-range microwave went kaput. Bill and I went out to Whittier and back to pick up the new appliance and get it installed. I got paid in beer and In 'n Out, so I can't complain (I mean come on, TANSTAAFL).

Logan: "C'mon! How cute do I have to look to get some?" Logan: "Sluurp! mmmmm." Grandma takes a nap w/ Zach in the van Juuuust a little more... Zach smiling at Grandma

Sunday, Family & Friends

Sunday was the big party that the Clevengers invited the world to. We must've had 40+ people through their house throughout the day.

Logan meets 2nd cousin Shelby Logan and Grandpa, and their hats Shannon and Zach Robyn: "No Shelby, that's not for you" Liz and Zach Robyn, you're such a goof! Yeah, I'm talkin' to you! Great-Aunt Kelli Logan Joyce holds Zach Jennifer, Caroline, Robyn, Logan Grandpa, Caroline, and Spencer Uh... a bunch of folks Spencer sneaks a bit of enchalada Barry Blair with the boys That's us So tired afterwards

Monday, wind down

Finally, a day to relax!

Zach: "mmmmm... feet" Logan practices standing Logan practices sitting, with a bit of concentration Zach plays with the toys Zach practices standing

Tuesday, a VERY early plane flight home

Our trip ended before daybreak on Tuesday, when we woke up at 4am to get to LAX, where we were luckly (and dangerously) on-time for our flight. Why? because I'm an an idiot and wanted to try to get half a day of work in, which I did.

Can't complain though, we had a really good trip.

Comments

Looks like you guys had quite the trip! I'm glad the boys behaved on the flight. Apparently I was a crazy baby most of the time, but I calmed down on plane rides. Such fun pictures. I stole one and put it up on my blog, hope you don't mind :)

from Ryan on 2007-06-20 10:04:59
Thanks for visiting. I loved every minute! Can't wait to see you again.

from Grandma Beeber on 2007-06-03 10:41:49
It was GREAT seeing the four of you and finally meeting the boys. What cutie pies they are!! LOVED IT - barf and all! We had a nice visit. I guess the next time we get to see them will have to be in Oregon, unless I win the Lotto and then I can fly you all down here!! Take care. Kisses to all of you.

from Aunt Lizzie on 2007-06-01 12:15:39
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