Saying Goodbye

We have known my parents were going on a mission for about 2 years now. Naturally, when we move to Washington they move to Japan about 2 weeks later. Life right?!
Our second weekend in Issy we made a road trip to say our official goodbye to my parents before they set of on their own adventure. The Petersen's were out of town so it was just us which gave us some quality time. We played lots of games, went to the pumpkin patch, ate delicious caramel and apples, and spent lots of time following Poppa and Grandma around. They did such a great job on their farewell talks and were such a great example of faith and testimony. They both have rock hard testimonies and I'm glad Kelsey will have some memories of them going on their mission.

 It was raining while we were up on Greenbluff but I guess we must get used to that.

Kelsey didn't mind, but little miss anal over here HATED all the mud. She REFUSED to touch the pumpkins becasue her hands got messy after. I actually can't wait to see her when she is older to see how much of a neat freak she will be.

We didn't let her nap so that we could go get pumpkins so the question on the way home was to eat or sleep. She found a great compromise.

The girls literally followed my parents around everywhere. It was a bit excessive but I didn't stop them. They were just getting in their 2 years fill. My dad was so cute with Madison, but he just couldn't keep his eyes open during the stories. Darn stories, putting people to sleep.

And my mom was a champion and got on the floor to play with Kelsey. I know its harder for her knees but she did it. Thats love if I've ever seen it.

That final goodbye was a little rough. I am so excited for my parents and honestly, I haven't lived close to them for years now so whats the difference between Japan and Spokane? but actually accepting that they were going to leave for 2 years was harder to swallow. 2 years is a super long time. I mean, Kelsey will be going into 1st grade when they get back! Thats crazy!! I was sad, but I'm so excited for them. They are so awesome!