Mother's Day Bike Ride

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Mommy-Blakey Time

I got to spend today with Blakey. It was a good, full day.

We started it off with pumpkin pancakes (he ate 3!) & Aunt Debbie's video of her koi pond, with the voices of Blake's little cousins in the background. He must've watched it 30 times this morning. Then we headed out for a walk on our nature trail. We didn't see any ducks, but it's astounding how much the grass has grown in just the past week.

 Soon after we got back from our long walk, he took a 2+ hour nap, enabling me to get some work done. After nap, we ate our lunch sitting in the sunshine in the backyard. That was followed by lots & lots of water play. Some water even managed to make it on the plants.

At 3pm, we headed off to spent a couple hours with our good friends, Lucy & Hunter (& their momma, Corre). Blake really enjoyed playing with the twins & everyone had a great time clambering all over the backyard toys, while Corre & I semi-relaxed in the sun.

And then dada came home & unfortunately Blake started falling apart a bit, as he didn't get a second nap. We got through dinner & he had an enjoyable bath before going to bed without a peep. Tonight he called me "mommy" for the first time (instead of "momma").

Misc April Goodness

Happy Sink Play

Gowey Shower

How to Throw a Joint Baby & Bridal Shower
 First, have two beautiful ladies (who happen to be cousins, as well as good friends) -- one soon-to-be-married & one expecting a baby boy. 

Next, it's very helpful when they have a color in common. The expecting momma likes grey & elephants, the bride likes sherbert orange & they both like light blue! With the help of creative relatives, have fun decorating with their colors/themes, including baby & bridal elements for each.

Use games that include both baby & bridal -- decorate a onesie for the baby & undies for the bride!

Gather loved ones & celebrate both special occasions!

Especially useful for large, close-knit families.

If possible, arrange for a visit from an adorable little boy. :)

Enjoy celebrating the two beautiful ladies & their upcoming special events. Save the games, decor & cute homemade touches to send home with the bride & momma-to-be as keepsakes or nursery decorations. Enjoy leftover food & flowers. Congratulate yourself for combining two occasions.

Easter

Fun, busy day that began with our sweet bunny rough-housing on the couch in Easter colored pajamas.

Church & photos on the traditional photo rock.

Followed by family brunch & silliness at Boo & Andy's.

And then cousin-time, egg hunt & dinner with extended family in Ballard.

 HAPPY SPRING!