A beautiful weekend...

Joel and I haven't been home on a weekend for what seemed like months until this past weekend. It was wonderful to be home and do whatever we wanted...and we did.

The Girls

Whitney Ann

Friday: We had plans with friends to celebrate Katie's birthday at a wonderful authentic Mexican restaurant in south Minneapolis; Pepitos. The summer has proven difficult to get together with people due to everyone's busy summer plans and schedules; therefore this was a great opportunity to catch up. Our friends, Emily and Pete brought their daughter Whitney to dinner and we all enjoyed Whitney's company. This was a great opportunity for Joel and I to hold her and of course ask Em and Pete many parenting questions. We are so lucky to have great friends and grateful for their parenting advice and tips!


The Boys

Joel practicing being a dad!

Saturday: Joel and I woke up early to bike to Lake Nokomis early on Saturday morning as our friends Emily and Mike Koski were competing in the Lifetime Fitness Triathlon ( http://www.ltftriathlon.com/ ). Joel and I made perfect timing to catch Mike as he biked around Lake Harriet and then we quickly biked to Lake Nokomis to catch Mike a few time on his run and we were able to see him finish. Joel and I were bummed that we missed Emily; due to her heat starting later than expected. Way to go Emily and Mike; we are proud of you!

Mike at the finish line, way to go!

On our way home from the triathlon; Joel and I stopped for lunch in south Minneapolis and then biked to a baby store; Bebe Babble ( http://bebebabble.com/ ). I love everything in this store. Joel and I found an everyday stroller that I love and hope to buy soon and then I've added many items to Baby L's wish list. That afternoon, I was able to sew two bags and then prepare for a BBQ that evening with some other friends. Matt grilled ribs and salmon and we enjoyed friendly company over dinner with a bonfire to follow. Matt and Julie's son, Cade stole the show though. He is now 3.5 months old and has a great personality! Again, we are thankful to Matt and Julie for sharing their parenting advice as well.

Cade showing off his tummy time skills



Sunday: Joel, Bosco and I walked to a coffee house in our neighborhood, this is something that I wish we could do every morning! It was great to be outside and enjoying the nice weather. The rest of the day consisted of cleaning, laundry, a trip to the fabric store, making a great dinner and going for a run.

All in all a great weekend that I didn't want to come to a close...but all good things come to an end! Have a great week everyone!