Show Me That Smile Again ( part two of weekend)

On Sunday we enjoyed a wonderful gathering of friends and family for Ross's 30th Birthday (which was on Thursday). His parents hosted a really nice dinner of salmon, salad, corn, potato salad, and fruit. Pretty much all of Ross's close friends made it all the way out to Boring, OR to celebrate him. It was very touching and sweet. Later, as Ross showed me the nice words in his B-day cards, it felt so great knowing that other people appreciate him as much as I do. I don't know if I say this as much as I should, but he is pretty freakin amazing :)

THEN, on Monday, we got to get together with an old friend from OIT (amongst other friends)and spend a nice day at the park. It was BEAUTIFUL outside, so we got lunch at a delish taco stand and the boys placed Boca ball (I totally spelled that wrong. I know its not Boca like Boca Burger, but I'm too lazy to Google it) while my friend Kara and I relaxed with our babies. Then we came home, I put Maddy to bed, sewed up a storm, and then was back to work on Tuesday.

Work is going well, but I'm so ready for a vacation. Even though I only work 3 days a week, I definitely need a little break. A pause to refresh, if you will. Tuesday was awesome and busy, but today was pretty slow and I found myself just NOT wanting to be there. My week off next week could not have come at a better time. I am excited to spend time with my family!

Maddy Update:
1) She looks SO different with teeth: here is a video I took today of her where you can get a really good look at her chompers!

2) I forgot to mention this earlier, but she is a clapping fiend. She really got the clapping down when she was about 10 1/2 months, but now its totally her thing.

3) She walks and even runs as long as she is holding on to my hand or something, but no solo walking or standing yet.

Tomorrow is our first play group outing. We are going to the library for Little Tots story time. I am excited for my little social girl!

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