On our way to the Houston airport we took the time to stop and enjoy the Blue Bonnet flowers that dot the Texas roads this time of the year in Brenham.
This is us in London. An early morning arrival meant we couldn't check into our hotel immediately, so we decided to spend a couple of hours getting acquainted with the streets of London. Uncle Mark was our patient guide through the city for most of our time in London. Thanks again, Mark, for spending your vacation showing us around town!
Savannah Jo with Uncle Mark on the London Eye.
The Eye is great for getting to see the city from a vantage point as it provides great panoramic views all around. Savannah was enthralled with the view.
Mommy on the London Eye. We got to enjoy this and a couple of other attractions on our second day. We took a boat tour on the River Thames to explore the city's fascinating history. We also visited the London Aquarium nearby.
Daddy and Savannah Jo enjoying the river boat tour.
Mark and Savannah checking out the coral life at the London Aquarium.
Savannah and Daddy weren't afraid of the sharks at the London Aquarium.
Savannah Jo and the Davies girls taking a bath together at the Davies' family home in Aberdeen, Scotland.
This is Miriam. Pretty pretty pretty...
The Davies family at Drum Castle.
The Davies girls with Savannah at Drum Castle. As you can see Savannah loved Miriam AND getting her picture taken!
The girls being cute at Drum Castle.
Still at Drum Castle, our big girl loves walking around and exploring new spaces.
At Crathes Castle, here's Raymond taking a photo of lovely Evie.
This is Crathes Castle in Aberdeenshire. We were able to explore the inside and the outside here. The gardens are especially beautiful.
In the gardens of Crathes Castle... Not sure what the girls are looking at but it was something interesting. Savannah has begun babbling so it's fun to pretend to understand her conversation and go along with it.
One of the great things about visiting Scotland during this time of year is that the daffodils are in full bloom everywhere. This photo of Savannah with Daddy was taken on the grounds at Crathes Castle.
The wonderful Davies family at the gardens of Crathes Castle.
We arrived soon after Edward Scissorhands at the gardens of Crathes Castle.
The view from one of the rooms at Crathes castle. Such a pretty landscape!
We all enjoyed the tractor-wagon ride from the parking lot to Balmoral Castle. The walk wouldn't have been too difficult but considering Naomi's condition we opted for the free ride. The kids loved it.
We never tire of posing. Naomi & Savannah at Balmoral Castle, home to the queen during the summer months.
Our 4th Scotland castle was Donnottar Castle. It's situated on the side of a cliff so a very scenic backdrop. We didn't walk all the way there because it is a little bit unnerving to be on a cliff-side with small children and an awkward pregnant lady! But we were still able to enjoy the beauty and scenery.
The Davies family at Dunnottar castle. It was a bit chilly that morning, hence little Evie was reluctant to uncover her face. We really enjoyed every moment with our dear friends. Thanks again for being such great hosts and for showing us the beautiful country of Scotland.
On the train ride from Aberdeen to London - Kings Cross Station after a very enjoyable trip in Scotland.
Savannah and Auntie Alice (Marks' fiance) outside Buckingham Palace.
Mark and Michael with Savannah in front of the gates of Buckingham Palace. Notice the armed police and the uniformed guard at the wall behind them.
Savannah Jo by the flowers outside Buckingham Palace.
Having fun on the London tour bus.
Sights from the London tour bus. We learned all kinds of fun information about the city, parliament, and the history of some of the buildings and builders. It was fun for us all. We highly recommend the London Big Bus Tour, and a tour of the UK in general.
Savannah gave lots of kisses to her cousins and really enjoyed playing with the fun new toys.
This gorgeous crew is the Zablon Omondi family. Michael and Zablon are first cousins. Zabo is married to beautiful Miriam and they have three handsome boys.
Here are just a few of the precious moments with Alice and Mark. Mark is Michaels' older brother. Savannah really took to all of the family but she definately gave the most kisses to Alice and Mark during our many visits.
One of the highlights of our visit was to go to the Horniman Museum where we all got to play with miscellaneous musical instruments and robotic insects.
This gorgeous crew is the Peter Omondi family. Michael and Peter are first cousins. Peter is married to beautiful Alice and they have one handsome boy and three gorgeous girls.
Savannah loved that all our her cousins homes had stairs to climb. Thanks again to her sweet cousins for keeping her busy so that she wasn't tumbling down any stairs.
This good-looking group is the Japheth Ochieng family. Michael and Japheth are first cousins. Japheth is married to beautiful Phoebe and they have four children, two beautiful girls (Sylvia & Winnie) and two handsome boys (Richard & James).
Thanks again to all of our beautiful family for hosting us and treating us so well. We love and miss you all. Please come visit us anytime.
