Meanwhile in California...

Ashlynn arrived a few days before Veronica in the hopes of spending some alone time with Grandma. 

I was thrilled that it worked out for Veronica and Brett to make a quick stop in Martinez to say hi to Darlene and Mike on their way to Atherton.

The girls were thrilled to get to finally meet their cousin Nick, my stepsister Robin’s son who lives in Virginia. Ashlynn hopes that he’ll visit her in Glasgow.

Ashlynn was also excited that Brett gave her some driving lessons...

…and Veronica was excited to spend time with Brett in a place where she holds such fond memories.