From the Heart (of Texas): We Arrive

The first thing out of Bud's mouth upon exiting the airport (to which we had arrived more than 30 minutes earlier than scheduled, almost beating Gommie and Pop, balloons in hand, to baggage claim!) was "Mommy, it's hot here."

Sis said the same thing, adding that it was "double hot." Double is right--double nines, close to 100F.

Kiddos, we aren't in Connecticut anymore!

But we are very happy to be in Houston. The kids are running around Gommie and Pop's house, thrilled with all the toys both purchased and borrowed (thanks, Granny Quinn!). By far, Bud loves the personalized sword and shield Pop found at Prasek's--perfect for Bud's current medieval knights obsession (we have 4 knights books and two knights toys with us!). Sis much prefers the tea sets.

Mama and I are just glad to have arrived . . . and to have new munchies like chocolate mint almonds to try. We're planning a grocery trip for this evening, because I'm in charge of birthday cake and there are requests for grilled pizza and crusty bread.

And Mama's GPS says there's a Taco Cabana nearby . . . . let the fun begin!