Happy Birthday Grandpa Dan!

What a fun weekend at the lake with Grandpa Dan celebrating his 60th birthday! We got to see our friends Jenny, Dave and sweet little Drew on Saturday afternoon. On Saturday evening we enjoyed a nice dinner on the deck with Grandpa Dan and a sunset boatride on the lake. Henry LOVED the boat ride. He got to wear Uncle Terry's old life jacket and it fit perfectly. On Sunday we celebrated with Grandpa all day beginning with brunch in the morning and ending with steaks on the grill, birthday cake and presents after dinner. Happy Birthday Grandpa!

Mother's Day Fun

We had lots of fun with MooMoo and Grandpa Hacker over the weekend celebrating Mother's Day. We awoke on Sunday to a delicious breakfast, which included Dunkin Donuts...my favorite. I was delighted to receive a handcrafted white cottage window box for the giant window above the garage. I have been dreaming of such a window box for a very long time, and for my special day Henry and daddy worked very hard to make it. I love it, and will post a picture once it is up and blooming. We spent the day at the Indianapolis Children's Museum...a place we love. We were sad to see MooMoo and Grandpa go on Monday, but look forward to seeing them very soon in Bolivar. While they were here, though, Henry learned to moonwalk. It is hilarious, and if I can ever get him to do it while the video camera is on, I'll post a video.

New cousin...mountains...and more!

We had an exciting weekend in Colorado meeting new baby cousin, Koleton. Aunt Kim and Uncle Eric welcomed us on Friday morning for a relaxing weekend with a beautiful mountainous backdrop. We loved meeting baby Koleton, who is 6 weeks old, and a beautful, perfect baby. Henry wasn't as impressed, but we kept telling him that someday soon they will be best friends, and partners in crime. Thank you Kim, Eric and Koleton for such a fun weekend. We can't wait to see you in Utah in June!

Backyard BBQ and more...

It was a perfect weekend at our house following a very busy week both at home and in our respective places of employment. Our dear friends Liz, Nick and Stella came to play for the whole weekend. Stella is five weeks older than Henry and they are dear friends already...at least that is what we tell them. The weather was so warm we enjoyed pizza outside on the picnic table Friday with great conversation late into the evening. Despite the cool breeze, on Saturday morning we ventured to the park to play for awhile before lunch. After some great naps taken by the little ones, we welcomed friends Katie, Adam, Avery and Brady to our house for the first time. The weather was absolutely beautiful - perfect for a backyard BBQ. On Sunday afternoon the three of us went landscaping crazy. With three trips to the garden center we were well equipped to transform our yard...just hours after having company over to play in our yard, and hours before two nights of temperatures below freezing. Despite these minor hiccups, with some plastic sheeting and TLC, I think our veges, petunias and daisies are going to pull through. Henry loved playing in the dirt, mulch and weeds...he really has a green thumb...just check out his tomato plants. So...now that our yard is much improved, we welcome all of our friends and family for a backyard BBQ.

Spring!

Last weekend we had two very special visitors...Sarah and sweet baby girl Stevens. Thank you for coming Sarah...we had so much fun with you. On Sunday, Grandma and Grandpa Beckman joined us for another birthday party for Henry. This week, Henry started to run. As he moves from room to room, he runs with an excited giggle as we follow him. He is really enjoying all of his birthday toys...it seems he plays with every toy everyday. He picks a favorite each day, though, and carries it in one hand wherever he goes. Being able to spend lots of time outside is our new favorite thing. We take walks everyday, and have picnics in the park. Today we are going to the Zionsville Green Festival to celebrate Earth Day. Yesterday, we walked in the Race for the Cure. It was a cold and rainy morning, so Henry and Daddy only walked a bit before they had to go home. Shylo and I finished, though, and enjoyed the experience. Last night Henry enjoyed spaghetti with tomato sauce. We stripped him down to his diaper and let him go....he loved it. This week we look forward to storyhour, playdates, Wednesday with Grandma Carol, another picnic in the park and lots of sunshine.