Yay, Mimi and Pampa!!

Oh how we hate saying goodbye to our parents!! We had SUCH a blast with Mimi and Pampa!! They absolutely LOVE Seattle and the NW, as they lived here in the 70's and Julie and her brother and sister were all born here. So they have a special place in their heart for this amazing city.....and it doesn't hurt that their adorable granddaughters live here whom they are quite smitten over!! :) It didn't matter that it rained most of their visit...we were out and about most of the time! Markets and shopping and parks and walks and great meals!! Thanks for all of the HELP and laughs and great QT, Mimi and Pampa....we LOVE you SO much!!!!!! xoxoxo Can't wait to see you in July!

Millie and Mimi taking care of the babies....Millie even burps her dolls when we burp Esmee

Mimi time

Pampa time (and yes, he does sing lullabys)

making wishes on the Market Pig

out for a stroll in the rain

1 month old!!

Yay! Esmee's one month old!!! (note: I tried putting this blog up yesterday when she was officially 1 month, but had technical difficulties) She is a superSTAR!! It's gone by so fast...too fast! We are having so much fun with her and loving watching her grow. She changes daily...we've seen a few smiles, but have yet to capture them on camera....soon :) We love you, Esmee!

how cute is she?????!!!!!!

Gogo comes to Seattle!

Last week, we were treated by a visit from Jaimeson's mom, Kandee, aka "Goldie" or "Gogo" as Millie tries to say. The timing of the visit was impeccable, as Gogo had slotted in the 3rd week of May to come out months ago. As it turns out, we had only been back from Florida for a couple days when she came, so her assistance with the two girls and Walter (who demands his exercise) was truly helpful.

We had a blast throughout the 10-day visit, bonding with Esmee, playing at home and outdoors, visiting Millie's favorite trampoline-park gym, and hitting some of our favorite restaurants like Chinook's in Ballard, Cactus in Madison Park, and the Pike Place Chowder House where Millie sang and danced (no choice - he played "Wheels on the Bus" after all) with a local guitarist. Gogo spoiled us all.

In the end, our good-bye was a sad one as usual, but we know that Gogo will be back soon, along with Grandpa Cliffy! Thanks for the visit, Gogo. We'll miss you!

With Aunt Penny and Uncle Paul pictured above, 2 of our most favorite people!

Chicken suits are not just for Halloween

Fly Girls!

Esmee's first flight at 9 days old!

You did what??!!!

Wait, wait, wait!! You mean to tell me that the entire 3 weeks you were in Florida, and I was at the dog sitters (whom I do love, by the way) you decided to add to our family??? Weren't we just fine as a family of 4? Another girl? Why did no one consult me on this?? At first I didn't know what to think, when I walked in the house so excited to greet you from your travels and there she was....another pint sized, little thing taking up space in the house. But I'll be honest...it didn't take me long to realize that she is cute as a button and as sweet as pie. It was easy for me to love her too. AND...more importantly, I realized that my meal-plan in this family will soon TRIPLE!!!! Woooohoooo....I'll put up with the crying and the doting on her and the sleepless nights, if it means I get to eat my way through life that much more!!! So really, what I meant to say, was THANK YOU for bringing Esmee into our family!!! The more the merrier!!!! Love, Walter

Daddy and his girls!

Close Ups...2 Weeks!

Esmee is as cute as can be....and we are all IN LOVE with her!!! We couldn't ask for a better addition to our family! Millie is just crazy about her.....hates to hear her cry and always wants to help with "esmee duties!" Whew....hopefully this lasts :) She's just over 2 weeks and growing and changing by the minute. Still hasn't figured out the whole sleep thing, but we'll let that slide...for now :) She eats like a champ and rarely fusses...did I mention how lucky we are??? We LOVE YOU, Esmee!! xo

(update: a few additional photos from Daddy's iPhone!)