Gramps took the Hotlanta cousins (and some parents) to the circus on Monday (Grandma stayed home with baby Ayden), and they had a wonderful time.

First, they were just glad to be together. You have never seen kids so excited as these guys when they get to be with their cousins. Maggie, Ella, and Landry were all hugging each other like crazy when we met at the CNN center. Even Baby Will gave out some smiles.

Then, there was the whole circus thing! The lights, the sounds, the smells. The kids were all in awe!!!

Even Maggie, who has now been to Philips Arena several times for various events and considers herself a veteran, was amazed by all that was going on. Because they were so focused on absorbing all they could see, it was hard to get a picture of a smile – but there were plenty of them!!

The whole clan had a great time. There were elephants, tigers, and people flying through the air! It was awesome!

Thanks Grandma and Gramps for a great outing!