Drenth Family: March 2009

Our first trip to California with McKayla on Feb 27- Mar 9. We went out to see Great Grandparents and family. My Grandpa Rickert was not in good health, so we wanted to get out to see him and so he could see McKayla. Even though he passed away 4 days after we got there, we were so glad that we came out to see him and the rest of the family.

First plane ride! McKayla did very well, and slept the whole way. (Even dad got some nap time in!)

Uncle Ryan got to hold me for the first time. He also came out to Cali to see grandpa.

Great Grandpa Rickert holding McKayla for the first time. He got a big smile on his face. She is his little cheerleader!!!!

Uncle Steve having some cuddle time!

Cousin Lauren having cuddle time as well. However, it ended promptly as McKayla started to fuss.

Family Pic.

We met up with my other set of grandparents while we were there for lunch. Great grandpa and grandma Gravette and Aunt Jeanne got to see and hold here. (Uncle Gene was there as well, but just not in this picture.) What a fun time!!!

Dad was such a great help and he really got to bond with McKayla over the 10 days. Longest time he was able to be with her without having to go to work! What a proud papa!

We took McKayla to go see grandma Gravette's grave. We got a locket to put around the little angels neck with pictures of us in it. What a memorable day.

Great Grandma Rickert got to enjoy lots of cuddle time. We love this because great grandma is enjoying cuddle time, reading the paper, and of course the cat has to be there too!