Camping Weekend

We spent the last few days at Lake Easton State Park near Snoqualmie Pass camping. We went with our good friends the Jorgenson's and their two kids. We had a lot of fun and were glad that despite Aaden having a nearly 102 degree fever for a day and a half things weren't too bad. We headed out Friday and cam back Sunday. Saturday we spent the day at Lake Easton absorbing the last few days of summer. The kids didn't do too bad either, the first night was a little rough but by Saturday night everyone was pretty worn out and slept pretty well. And surprisingly they all napped quite well too. Overall a pretty good success! Here are a few photos from the weekend!

The kiddos playing in the tent, Lacey kept trying to sit in Aaden's lap. :-)

Mom's cooking breakfast!

We borrowed Grandma Renee's big car, Aaden wanted to test drive it!

Enjoying the lake sunshine.

Kids down by the water

Babes loves the sunshine! And we loved that his fever finally broke!

All suited up.

Mom and Dad even got to enjoy some rays!

Sneaky boy is getting pretty good at almost standing up!

Home: all cleaned up and everything is put away. Even got the Sequoia in the garage, no small feat!

Project Weekend

This weekend we took advantage of the dry weather and stained our deck. Kristofer did most of the work as Aaden and I were under the weather. The finished product is awesome, just sad that the nice weather will soon be ending and we won't be able to enjoy the deck much longer.

Also, Aaden is making major steps towards walking. He's pulling himself up to standing on the fridge, climbing the first flight of stairs and even walked from his play table to a stool a foot or so away. This was all this morning, so I'm thinking this afternoon's nap should be good!

Before and after...pretty good eh!?

Before on his knees...

After, standing up!

Oh, and I couldn't resist, both my kids begging for my yogurt.

9 month stats - almost 10 months!

Aaden had his 9 month well baby visit today, a bit late. He's still doing really well and the pediatrician was very please to see all of his progress developmentally. He mentioned that Aaden has already met and exceeded the milestones for a 12 month old. We were pleased. He's nearly 30 inches and weighs just shy of 24lbs. Our big boy is hovering around 85 percentile on the growth chart. As always we are extremely thankful for his continued health and growth. His fourth tooth has finally cut through and we are all surprised about how big the top two teeth are! He's spending a lot more time standing and climbing. We are looking forward to what the 10th month holds and can hardly believe we are nearing a year!

He likes to sit on the stairs like Mama!

Our curious electrical engineer!

I Heart Flowers

It isn't very often a girl gets 4 bouquets of flowers in one week! My brother and his girlfriend brought me a stunning arrangement for my birthday party, My husband brought home a beautiful bouquet of Lilly's for my birthday, the next day my coworkers gave me gorgeous arrangement and on our anniversary Kristofer gave me a dozen red roses. I snapped a few photos...well because I LOVE flowers!

A peak at my birthday Lilly's, and my handsome boys!

From my coworkers

Anniversary roses

The Celebration Week

I had a wonderful birthday celebration complete with a pedicure, shopping, lovely breakfast, lunch, dinner and yummy cake. Thanks to my wonderful parents, loving husband and son for making my day so special!

By Friday, Kristofer and I were able to really celebrate our 5th anniversary. Kristofer took a 1/2 day off and we headed downtown on our first date since Aaden was born. My parents were gracious enough to watch the boy and put him to bed. We first went and saw a movie (wow, first time in a couple of years), Julie & Julia. We both loved it and want to see it again soon. Then out to dinner at Wild Ginger, an old favorite. It was such a relaxing, leisurely afternoon and evening. But as any new parents would, we missed our boy and headed home early.

A few photos of the week:

Aaden can pull himself up to standing now and can climb up three stairs!

Yummy spice cake!!

Anniversary gifts, I made a photo book for Kristofer of this last year. He got me a beautiful purse!

My parents got us an original photograph of Yosemite Falls, where we went on our honeymoon

Pretty good after 5 years!?

Sunday we headed over to the town of Snohomish for some lunch and stroll through the antique shops.

Aaden discovering dogs come in all different sizes and can do silly things! The dog was equally as interested in Aaden.

Happy 5th Anniversary!!

Five years ago today, Kristofer and I were married. It has been an amazing 5 years, can hardly believe how time has flown. We are so blessed!

Birthday BBQ

Sunday, my loving husband threw me a little birthday party complete with cake and decorations! We had family and friends over for most of the afternoon. It was a lot of fun and good to see everyone.

I of course was too busy talking to everyone to take any pictures but my father-in-law was gracious enough to share a few of his with me.

I haven't seen you in a long time Grandma and Auntie!!

My brother, his girlfriend Megan and I

Checking out our garden!

Uncle Kelley and Aunt Lacey lovin' on Aaden!