Becoming A Few: Zach's Graduation

We just got back from a quick trip to Kansas to see Derrick's nephew, Zach, graduate from High School. It was a whirlwind of a trip. We still had standby passes from Derrick's previous job so we decided to use those. We've been pretty lucky when it comes to flying standby, we even get a seat for Vivian so we have extra room. Well this time was not the case. We had such a hard time getting out of New Orleans to Atlanta where our layover was that we ended up having to drive to Atlanta, 7 hours in the middle of the night - not smart. Luckily Vivian slept. We made it into Atlanta at 4:45 in the morning and had to be up at 8:00 to catch a flight from Atlanta to Wichita where our bags were waiting for us. That's right, no toothbrush or pajamas. Thank goodness I always pack too many diapers. We were exhausted to say the least! But we made it. Then just as Graduation was beginning, we had to evacuate into the locker rooms because the tornado alarms were going off. Exciting right? Sure, and hot and crowded. The tornado never came. Finally, on the way back home we stopped in Atlanta because we left our car there and had to drive back but our bags were sent to New Orleans. Another night with no toothbrush or pajamas. Vivian did great in the car on the way back. We stopped a few times to let her get her wiggles out but by the last hour she was ready for some real play time. So, other than the logistics we had a great time with family! Vivian showed off her walking skills and bubbly personality. We look forward to seeing everyone for Vivian's birthday and baptism in August.

Congratulations Zach on entering into a new phase of life!