Reunited with Daddy!

This morning Joe and I came back from our little vacation while Joli and Markus were in school. It gave Joe a great chance to see the animals, unpack, and get all settling in before the kids were demanding his attention. The dogs were very happy to see him!!

 Even the kitties came out looking for someone to pet them!

 Since Joli got out of school first, I went and picked her up and brought her home so she could have her own time with Joe. We didn't tell either of the kids that he was coming home, and instead I told them I brought them back a present from the trip I was on. I had her close her eyes and wait in the yard.

 She was very surprised! She screamed!

 There was a LOT of hugging!

 Then Joe gave her the little dress he bought for her. She was very excited about that too!

 They went outside and spent some time catching up.

 Then it was time for me to go pick up Markus. He also had no idea what "present" I had got him, I told him I hid it in his room.

 He was totally shocked! It didn't even register for a full 1-2 seconds who it was!

 But then he screamed "Daddy!"

 He wrapped his arms around Joe and didn't let go for at LEAST ten minutes!

 Then Joe gave him the Superman and Batman shirts he had found for him. He was VERY happy!

 Joli tried on her pretty dress too!

 Then Joe and Markus spent a little time talking.

 Joli wanted to show Joe how well she's reading now, and read a whole book to him and Markus.

 Markus convinced Joe that they should all go play in his room.

 Next they wanted to play together outside.

 Joe ended up with an extra shadow!

 While I made dinner, there was dancing!

And some playing.

 Then they all snuggled together and watched a Halloween show while they waited for dinner to cook. It was a very lovely afternoon!