Holleboom Family Blog: Go Calvin Knights!

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Go Calvin Knights!

Yesterday we made a trip to Grand Rapids for a Calvin College basketball game with most of the Hollebooms. Carson got to wear his new jersey that he got for Christmas and he was so excited to see Rebecca at the game in her matching jersey. The two of them sat together in the same seat, shared popcorn, and cheered on the Knights together. They were like two peas in a pod. Grandma even bought them matching hats... which Carson is very excited about because it's yellow (his favorite color).

After the game, we all headed over to Aunt Mary's and Uncle Justin's house for dinner and more fun. We had an awesome taco dinner, after which the kids got to play together some more and the adults got to visit and catch up. Carson and Rebecca seriously had a blast! They played in Rebecca's castle tent...

They ran through the house like wild children...

They played Baby Jesus in the manger...

They ended the night with a dance party and were both laughing hysterically! Carson can't wait to go back to play at Rebecca's house again (hopefully soon!). :)

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