Family Time in Texas

Summer is full of fun and memories. We love coming to the States in the summer not only to get back into the American culture again, but also to spend time with the ones we love who we don't get to see as often as we would like. We had so much fun in Texas spending time with my family. The kids love being out in the woods at Gaga and Daddy Don's house. They especially love being with their grandparents. From Gaga's crafty side to Daddy Don's silly side the kids just adore them!
We were able to spend four days at the Bertram's house. The cousins had a blast running around and playing together. It didn't seem like it has been a year since we were all together. Now that the kids are getting older it definitely makes things easier to do. We could just let them play outside and not have to have too much supervision. A nice treat for the grown-ups!
Brad came up for a few days while doing some business traveling to Dallas. I really loved seeing him play with the kids and enjoyed being with him. Brad is coming to Germany in September so we will be able to spend some more time with him at our home.
As usual the time always passes quickly and we were off to Michigan. I treasure the memories that were made during our visit.

F.Y.I~The pictures were all in order when I designed the page, but the posting isn't cooperating. So...bear with me and enjoy them as they are! I didn't have time to mess with it...but maybe later. ;-)



The whole Bertram/Scherden Family



Gaga and Daddy Don with all the grandkids

The 3 Bertram kids

Lee and John

Aunt Bekah making banana bread with James, Hope and Tommy.

Breakfast time on the stools that Uncle Lee made.

Grace and Hope

The cousins enjoying some of Gaga's yummy cupcakes

Jason's parents were able to come to Texas for my dad's 60th birthday. It had been 7 years (since our wedding) since they had been to my parents house. I am so thankful that my parent and in-laws are so close. What a blessing!




Jason was able to go to Atlanta to visit his brother for a few days. I love that he is able to go there and spend some quality time with him. On another note, we are finding new renters for our house because Chris is moving out. So Jason had a lot of business and house projects to take care of while he was there.

Dad Scherden and Jason and the Grist Mill in Gruene for my dad's birthday.

YaYa and Gaga (funny I know..but Jackson named them)

at Mandola's winery