Pre-Hawaii

Lilah clearly was ready for some sunshine also. She had been wearing her sunglasses around and I didn't have it in me to rub it in her face that she would be staying back in the pouring rain and cold temps while her daddy and I head to the sun and heat. ;)
We had our annual PEPS valentine celebration at Jen, Leah and Rory's again. She is honestly the greatest host - lots of yummy breakfast foods, all labeled with dinosaur names since Leah requested a dino valentine party. So sweet. And what a treat always to get together with the ladies. I think our group is truly one of a kind and so special, such great friends. They talked to me (and Amy, who wasn't there, but we chatted via email) as I cried about leaving my baby girl for more than a week. They were all (and especially Amy...if you are reading this, you are the best) so supportive and loving and comforting. Lilah and I are so very fortunate to have these mamas and toddlers (and new babies!) in our lives. xoxo

And...we are back....

We are tanner and I found out today a few pounds heavier (well, at least I am...pretty sure my fast-moving-metabolism husband is the same weight he's been for years). We had the best time, and I hope to post pictures and write a little something tonight...of course while enjoying a little Bachelor action.
Stay tuned...

Handsome Husky

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My husband. He looks pretty great in purple.

Chillaxin

Ahhh...a hard day of playing, a long day at work=Lilah and daddy hangin' on the floor. What a sweet thing to see when I walk into the living room.

Winter Sunshine With Our Girlfriends

We have enjoyed our time with the King girls. While Emily finishes up school for the next 6 months, her and her girls are here in Kirkland. We've gotten to go running and have plenty of playdates. Last week on a sunny afternoon we met the girls to hang out. Right next to their condo is this little beachy area and it is perfect. The girls fed bread to the ducks, threw rocks in the water, did bubbles and ate snacks. It was great and just a hop, skip and a jump from their condo. Lilah continues to ask for Emily, Belle, and Luci all the time (when she wakes up in the morning, up from naps, when we head to the gym).

Countdown...

Less than 2 WEEKS until we leave for Hawaii...I can't decide at this point whether to cry or get crazy excited. I think Lance is choosing to get crazy excited. I will probably do all of the crying. Then, when we get on the plane and I sit down to read my first book or gossip mag, I can get crazy excited. Hopefully.

Jackie's 28th Birthday

Jackie just turned...um....28. Only two more years until the big 3-0!!!! ;)
Us girls decided last year that we would do small gifts (books) for the kids (who already get SO MUCH for their birthdays) and still do gifts and a fun outing together to celebrate. Once you have kids it's all about them, and you don't get many chances to celebrate you and have good food, drinks and relaxing time with friends. Jackie decided that she wanted to do happy hour for her birthday (even being 7 months pregnant). Sarah picked a cool little place in Belltown (List) and we had so much delicious food (I'm still dreaming of the creamy gnocchi) and nice wine. Most importantly, like always, we pick up like it has just been yesterday and enjoy each other's company. It was perfect! For dessert we decided to venture down to El Gaucho and shared bananas foster (made tableside..mmmm).
Happy 28th my dear Jacqueline!