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a visit from gramma & grampa

A few weeks ago my mom flew in from Denver to visit our little family (but mostly Asher). :) We had such a great time! Mom & Asher had fun together building forts, going for long walks in the wagon, playing at the park, & just hangin' out at home. We made some wonderful meals, had our fair share of In N' Out Burger, did some shopping, and worked on projects around the house- re-organizing the kitchen cupboards, sewing, etc. And, of course, she spoiled us rotten- I got a Bissell Green Machine and a beautiful Easter wreath. Yay! (She did ALL this despite a really bad asthma flair-up that landed her in the ER & Urgent Care.)

My dad flew in for a long weekend to buddy up with "Dat Guy" and help with some other things around the house. I now have some awesome new shelving in the laundry room- perfect for food storage! Thanks Dad!

In the two weeks they were here, Nate and I got to go out on 3 dates while my parents babysat Asher...we didn't realize how much we had missed those. I'm always sad when my parents leave, and it just makes me hope that someday we can live closer. I think Asher missed them the most- he literally moped around the house for 2 days after they left. Am I really that boring?! :) haha! We love you Gramma & Grampa Bartlett and can't wait to see you soon!

Here are some other cute pics from that visit:

(I was bummed when I realized that there were hardly any pics of my mom & Asher. She actually remembered to take pictures and was behind the camera most of the time!)

watch out! here he comes...

Asher has been able to stand alone and cruise since October/November, and in December he started taking a couple of steps here & there, but this last Sunday it was as if a light finally went off for him. All he wants to do is walk everywhere! I was happy my mom & dad were in town to witness this big accomplishment. (More on that fun visit to come!)

There are a few drawbacks- Asher actually throws a fit when I put him in his wagon for long walks. He also experienced his first face-plant on the cement today. Poor buddy! The thing that makes me a little sad though is that I can almost see my little baby being replaced by a very energetic, independence-seeking toddler. I guess it just makes the moments when he wants to be held & cuddled all the sweeter. :)

stylish mommy

I absolutely love being pregnant! Cute round belly, thicker hair, the little kicks & nudges from a growing baby, bigger chest (hey, I was an A/B for most my life, so this is awesome!)...I am also fond of these hot maternity clothes by Mayreau:

My maternity wardrobe is completely backwards since Asher was a winter baby. If anyone sees these items on ebay, let me know! :)