Seattle trip part 1: Grandma and Grandpa Dean

**Long post ahead**

When we arrived in Seattle Thursday,we were greeted by David's dad and stepmom. We hadn't seen them in 2 years so it was very exciting! Cyrena warmed right up and quickly became best friends with Grandpa Randy.

We started off in Pike Place market because you just have to, you know?

And we had to get some of their freshly made mini donuts....you've never had a donut until you've had these. Check out that grease on the bag.

I'll never forget my first time 7 years ago... :)

Cyrena and grandpa enjoying the view after eating donuts

Fresh, beautiful flowers everywhere!

Then it was back to their house for a yummy dinner and some rest, we'd all gotten up early.

Check out what Cyrena got to sleep in. She LOVED it!

Happy Natalie with Grandpa

Friday we went on an awesome picnic at a local park/petting zoo.

Cyrena bought a Seattle t-shirt at the market. She will treasure it always.

Cyrena got tired walking up the STEEP hill from the petting zoo. I decided it was easier to carry Natalie than her. David was embarrassed.

Cyrena took pictures of David and I racing down the hill. It was exhilarating.

Richard and Stacy came to dinner and since it doesn't get dark until 10, we spent the evening outside playing.

We spent the 4th of July at the ward breakfast and then on to a parade in downtown Everett! It was long, but really fun. Cyrena was mesmerized by everything. She just sat on a cooler and watched every bit.

Cyrena wanted Stacy to sit next to her on the cooler the entire parade. Poor Stacy, it was really hot up there right by the asphalt but she was so sweet and stuck it out!

Cyrena was so excited to pay/donate a dollar to get a little pin to wear.

It made the day worth it. Also, the tweens sharing the candy they got from the parade put a smile on her face. She was never quite quick enough.

Ohhhh, she loves him. In fact, when we parted ways that night she made quite a scene.

On to David's sister's house for a BBQ. There we met up with another of David's sisters and his mom and stepdad.

Don't they look too cool?

Highlights of the evening were: Driveway dance party, David getting thrown onto the slip n slide, Cyrena and Coby fighting over the tractor, and much much more.

Thanks so much Grandma and Grandpa Dean. We felt so at home with you and enjoyed every minute. Your hospitality was astounding and we feel lucky to have made so many memories with you!