A Visit From The 'Rents

This is very belated as my parents were here over a month ago. Time flies, I tell you. It was wonderful to have mom back again and dad here for the first time. Dad was only able to stay for the weekend, but mom extended her trip a few more days.

We hit several of our favorite places including The Butterfly Pavilion, Red Rocks, and Larimer Square. My favorite was dinner sans kiddos at Osteria Marco. Are you surprised my fav included eating? I'm not. The food was delicious. Homemade cheese, Prince Edward Island Mussels, Roasted Artichoke, Feta and Date Spring Salad, and a couple of amazing pizzas: Arugula Prosciutto and Carbonara. Is it possible to be in love with a pizza? I digress...the conversation was pleasant and funny and relaxed. Such a charming setting.

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Butterfly Pavilion

Mom and dad also helped celebrate Anna's third a few days early with cake and presents. It did confuse Anna a little.

"I'm three!"

"Well, sort of."

"My birthday is over."

"No, we are going to have a party next week."

"So...I'm two?"

"Yes, for a few more days."

"But my birthday is over?"

Ah, classic conversation with my constant questioner.

After dad left, mom and I took advantage of our time together and ate out nearly every meal. We hit the zoo one day, but mostly just enjoyed each others company.

Curling hair with Grandma's curling iron.

I couldn't help but post this last picture. It's terrible of Anna, but Isaac...adorable.

What wonderful parents I have. Thanks for coming to visit, Mom and Dad!

6 Months

21 pounds

90th percentile

two teeth

growls like a tiger

loves Anna

hates babyfood

charms the pants off everyone he meets

Easter Frocks

Easter was very low key after having company. I finally (almost) finished Anna's Black Apple Doll. Thanks for the inspiration, Sarah. After finding eggs filled with jellybeans and chocolate we watched Pinnochio and got ready for church.

For Easter dinner: roast chicken, mashed taters, green beans, deviled eggs.

The Par-tay

The Queen

Opening family gifts.

Pink decor. Anna, Robert, Lucas, and Eden

Playing "Pink Monkey Hunt" and making crowns.

The very serious business of blowing out candles and Anna's posse.


Isaac's party spot.

Good Times.

Budget Shoot

As per tradition, I took a bajillion pictures of Anna in a new birthday outfit. Not to be confused with the birthday suit.

I know.

It's a lot.

Forgive me.