Steve and Colette came to stay with us for a week for Brod's graduation and we had a blast! We made the funnest memories riding on an airboat through the Everglades, driving through the keys, getting wet from a killer whale, eating the most amazing food at the funnest restaurants, night swimming, collecting sea shells in Sanibel Island off the Gulf of Mexico, fishing, shopping, and just being together. One of my favorite nights was when we all played Guitar Hero. I was on the drums, Brod on the lead guitar, Colette on the bass guitar, and Steve singing in the microphone. In fact, it was Hotel California which is why this song is playing and I just have to say, I was dying when Steve started singing! Seriously, he sounded better than the original!! I had no idea he had a good voice and I was laughing and trying to play the drums because I couldn't get over how good he sounded! I am so blessed with the in-laws I have and I've known that since the day Brod and I got married! Not only are they SO MUCH FUN to be with but they are the most amazing grandparents to the girls and the most amazing parents to Brod and me. I'm so grateful they came and that we got to make these memories that will last forever!
We all waited at the gate for the big arrival- the girls were so excited!!
We went on an airboat ride and they did an alligator show beforehand
Alexia was SO nerved!
They got to pet a baby alligator
and loved it! (A little nervous though) :)
Before our ride through the Everglades
Once we got off the boat, there was a peacock fanning his feathers because there was a female one there he was trying to impress
She was more interested in eating from our hands! :) (In fact, the male started making noises trying to get her to see him again all fanned out) It was so funny!
Yea! Eating at my favorite restaurant that I am going to miss so much! I will have withdrawls over their chips and salsa
Brod finally landed his tarpon!! 
Grandpa's girl keeping him company
Eating at The Wreck in the Florida Keys where we ate conch and gator!
We went to the Miami Seaquarium and had a BLAST!
We all got soaked! 
All I can say is YUM. All you can eat baby back ribs!! (Our second time eating there!)
Night swimming (notice Audrey's pool shoes)
It was so fun because one morning the girls went to the Swap Shop (a HUGE flea market) and Grandma bought them each a watch that they've always wanted
Colette found THE CUTEST purses, sunglasses, necklaces, etc. She hit the jackpot and I was loving every minute! 
Sanibel Island. Gorgeous. 
We were there at sunset and it was the perfect weather
Making priceless memories in the Gulf of Mexico
Brod with his parents
I can't even begin to say how much fun we all had together. We love you Grandma and Grandpa Atwood! Thanks so much for coming, we miss you already!
Our week with Grandma and Grandpa Atwood!
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Oh my GOSH!!!! THAT WEEK LOOKED LIKE THE MOST AMAZING WEEK I'VE EVER SEEN! :) Those pictures are seriously the most priceless and precious pictures Jess. You will always be able to look back at your time in Florida with the happiest and greatest memories! I loved those little gators with Audrey and Alexia- ew they were cute. And that peacock made me laugh! And I can just picture you laughing once Steve started singing and it made me start to laugh! :) It sounds like he was real good! And the pictures you captured of your girls with their adoring grandparents were just DARLING! The whole post was just filled with darling pictures (YOU LOOK SO GORGEOUS- HONESTLY Jess). I am so glad you had that time with Atwoods- you will never forget it! I love you and miss you!!!
I LOVE swimming in the ocean at sunset!!! I miss that about California. It is going to be such a difference for you guys to live in the desert after living soo close to the ocean. Your family looks adorable and the visit looks like it was a lot of fun! Congrats to Brody on his graduation!
Why the heck does that guy have his head by an aligator...crazy i tell you! I'm so glad you have so many fun visitors, you're creating some great memories for your sweet girls.
Fun weekend!! Jess, you are so stinkin cute I can't stand it! I really don't know how you do it. After you guys get settled in NM you have to come up and let me do your hair again :).
Wow, that looked like the funnest week ever! I can't believe all the activities and adventures you got to do. I can't believe you can put Audrey's hair in little pig tails now, she looks so saucy! I can't wait to see your girls again, they look so tall! Anyways, I loved how you played guitar hero with your in-laws, that is way too fun! You and Brodie both looked so beautiful and happy in all these pictures, I can't wait to see you again!
Love you!
Rebekah
okay was Brodie REALLY in Florida, or did you guys just fake that so you could party? LOL so much fun! there is nothing like having both of your parents with you for something special. I don't know what it is but I just love when both sets of parents are with us!!!
okay hilarious, I loved seeing you in your cute white hat......I seriously wear a hat like every other day I have a few different colors that are the same exact style as your and I LOVE them...maybe I'm just lazy but hey whatever works right!! and let's be honest there aren't a whole lot of girls that can pull a hat off, but you are one of them!
okay I didn't proof read and that didn't make much sense....I meant to say.......Was Brodie really in Dental school out there or did you BLA BLA BLA, and with the parents together I was kind of referring to graduation week, I must need a nap, my brain is dying. Love ya
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