Trent, Kaden, and Payton

Ryan's and my nephews, Trent and Kaden have been a huge part of Payton's life. My brother and sister-in-law, Ryan and Rachael, live about 10 minutes away and we all don't get together as much as we would like, but we definitely try to get the kids together one way or another..

Trent was born May 18, 2001 and Kaden was born March 26, 2004. The boys are pretty protective over their little cousin and are so great with watching our for her and making sure she doesn't get into something that she shouldn't. Kaden refers to Payton as his baby Payton and Trent acts just like a big brother with his protective watchful eye.
This picture was taken merely hours after Payton was born. Here's Trent when he was 4 1/2, Kaden was going to be turning 2 in a little over a month and Auntie Rachael holding Payton.

Kaden (2 1/2), Payton (10 mo) and Trent (5 1/2)

Payton (21 mo), Kaden (3 1/2), and Trent (6 1/2)

Payton (2), Trent (will be 7 (!!) in May), and Kaden (4)

Yesterday Trent and Kaden came over to play while my brother and sis went and ran errands. It was such a nice day and the kids had fun chasing each other around the kitchen, dining, and living room. When Ryan and Rachael came to pick up the boys, they hung out for an hour or so, which was great being able to hang out and chat.

It was such a nice relaxing day! Payton and I were both pretty sleepy though towards the end of the day. Payton slept for over 3 hours, which gave me a great opportunity to weed the front beds and clean up around the house.