August 05, 2012

over and back

August 05, 2012/ Libby Hickman

Carl has been gone on a golf trip in Montana. I decided to throw the kids in the car and drive over to hang with my family in Olympia. The timing was perfect because it turned out to be the nicest day of the year so far.

The marina was gorgeous.

We walked the boardwalk with my Dad.

And saw some kissing.

The Farmer's Market was buzzing!

We cooled off in the downtown fountain.

Then it was back to the house for a family BBQ.

(my Grandma, me, and my step-mom Sandy)

(My brother and me. Can you tell who lives on the sunnier side of the mountains?)

(My sister-in-law Marsha and the twins Lily and Eva)

Oh Ian. As the only grandson among 6 granddaughters, I guess you do have to be a little goofy.

Dinner is served.

Uncle Alex got a workout.

Ian found his own special way of going in and out. It suits him because he is kind of a puppy.

It's always an adventure traveling with 4 kids by yourself... but as far as spur-of-the-moment road trips go- this little "over and back" was perfect!!

June 11, 2012

whirlwind

June 11, 2012/ Libby Hickman

We managed to pack a lot in to our 3 days away. But the highlight?

Meeting up with Mery and Co. at the park. We had horrible weather for most of the trip. Our time at the park was the only little break in the rain. Mery hooked us up with some sunshine. Just perfect.

Hobbs was missing out on all the action- just snoozing away in the stroller. I had to peek at him like 5000 times! I couldn't help myself. Yum yum.

(I took my new camera out of the box- and yes, I'm keeping it :)

The city was fun...we did a little shopping, ate some good food (I had a fig and gorgonzola pizza!!!!), and throughouly enjoyed having someone else make our beds each day! But, navigating an unfamiliar city with 4 kids in tow requires an imense amount of energy.

This country mouse was glad to be headed in the direction towards home.

I didn't stay there long though! There was an impromptu night out with some girls- this time in my neck of the woods.

We also celebrated birthday #80 for Carl's grandma. His family sure knows how to throw a party. Pictures with Elvis coming soon!!

What a whirlwind. It's all a bit of a blur. My cheeks are sore from so much smiling.

Carl had to go back for a few days. I like waking up very early when he's gone. (Like "east coast time" early.) After a busy few days it's nice to have a little time to myself. A girl has to take care of herself that way you know? I think I'm just going to spend the day in my pjs and bake some banana bread or something. I won't put nuts in it. I know you don't like them.

March 18, 2012

re-cap

March 18, 2012/ Libby Hickman

Here's what we can pack into a weekend:

St. Patrick's Day Green.

(who's the goofy guy in the background)

A 6th birthday. (Laurel would like you to notice the sparkly pink things in her ears. She's been waiting for what feels like forever for this birthday. The birthday when mom says it's okay to get your ears pierced.) She had a great day filled with Toys R Us shopping, face painting, a movie, dinner out with the family, and a humongous chocolate cake. How cool would it be to have your birthday on March 17th?

Some cousin play time. Audrey and Ian.

Some amazing Thai food, probably the best I've ever had.

A 6:00am gym date followed by Starbucks (and uninterrupted conversation) with my dad.

An appointment with the Geniuses at The Genius Bar who (thankfully) gave my laptop CPR when it stopped breathing after a firmware update. Whew! Close call.

Oh, and this.