A Family of Four

This weekend has been full of nostalgia for me. This weekend last year, we made the same trip up the canyon as a family of three. It was three days before Isaac was born. At the time it was hard to imagine our life beyond just the three of us. This time, I couldn't imagine our family with out our little Isaac.

In addition, my sister, Liz, had a little baby girl on Wednesday. Little Lily is almost exactly (off by one day) a year younger than Isaac. It just brought all sorts of memories of bringing a little one into the world. I really can't believe it has been a year since I was in her place, participating in such a miraculous process.

Anna was so excited to see the leaves this year. She even planned a picnic and wrapped it in a little basket for she and Isaac. So cute. The picnic consisted of grapes, a DumDum sucker, string cheese, and a slice of turkey. Delicious.

Even though we missed the peak of the Aspen color display, there were still some pretty amazing vistas. Nothing stirs my soul like Mother Nature in the mountains.

Isaac's Sweet Spot

Isaac has mastered the stairs. He can go up and down and hasn't had a spill in days. He's so proud of himself. This is his favorite spot. He likes to turn around and just sit. He also does a fair amount of babbling, screaming, waving his arms, and is just generally pleased with himself.

I couldn't leave out Anna. She is just as proud of Buddy as he is of himself.

Fall Festival

Karl's Market is a little family run market and farm near our house. Every year they put on a two-day Fall Festival with a petting zoo, hay ride, funnel cakes--the works. I have been dying to do something Fallish, so even though it was 85 degrees (blech.) we headed down to the farm.

Anna's favorite attraction was the lasso. We went back twice.

Playing on one of the two playgrounds set up.

The petting zoo.

The hay ride. I love Isaac's belly in this shot. He looks like an old man.

Funny how sometimes the most memorable moments are not the most exciting. We found some shade and Jeff went into the market and bought drinks for all of us. Cokes for Jeff and I, milk cartons for the kids. We spent the majority of our time at the festival sitting under this tree, listening and dancing to the live band, and just hanging out. It was by far the best part of the day.

Isaac's new trick--standing. No walking yet.

Not the most flattering picture of Jeff...

Out of the stroller=freedom!

Stupid Glasses

I like to wear my glasses at night. In my pajamas. When no one is watching.

But my last pair of contacts ripped and I haven't ordered new ones because of a block on our flex card because of a medical bill discrepancy and I don't want to pay our of pocket and a little bit because I'm too lazy to get it straightened out.

So. My point. Apologies for all the terrible pictures. Glares and such. I'll try to rectify the situation soon.

The First Day of Fall

60 degree weather?Check.

Storm clouds? Check

Homemade chocolate chip cookies? Check.

Soup and crusty bread? Check.

Over-sized, unflattering hoodie? Check.

Cozy hut with snacks? Check.

Welcome back yellow leaves, crisp air, and harvests. I've missed you.

Backin' it Up

In case anyone cares, there are a few of new posts that I dated in early September.

Labor Day Breakfast

Boulder Weekend

Service in Fishing

TheMattBlack

Check out this great interview featuring my brother, Matt. He's so talented. I wish I could tap into some his creativity and perspective on life. My favorite line from the interview:

"Something magical happens in almost every bit of mundane life..."

Some of his work is featured along with the interview, but to see more check out Matt's video sketchbook here: http://www.themattblack.com/