Minnesota Trip Photos, Part 2

On our second day in Blue Earth, we were very fortunate to meet another branch of our expanding family tree. Jennifer has very recently reconnected with her own birth mom, Susan. Susan, her husband Tom, and two of her four children, Joseph and Carl, drove down to see Jen, meet Barb and Jay, as well as us and Zach. They're super sweet and kind, and we feel so blessed to be able to meet them. It was Joseph's birthday, and the fact that he made the trip to meet us all on a day when any kid has a right to feel like they deserve some, if not all of the attention, is just, well, pretty darn cool.

Zach getting a good grip on Grandpa Jay's head


It's so difficult to tell how Zach is feeling basedon his facial expressions. Best. Smile. Ever.


Jennifer reading Zach a naptime story


Joseph taking a picture of his parents, right before he blew out thecandles on his football birthday cake.


Zach is showing off his ride to Carl


Carl gives his approval and Zach shows his appreciation


Barb, Jen and Susan


Susan, Carl, Tom and Joseph. Susan and Tom have two daughterswho weren't able to make the trip to Blue Earth. We hope to meetthem some day soon. Carl and Jay have a lot in common (see last photo of the post, below)


Jen, Zach, Susan and Amy


Hey, who's that goofy guy in the back?