Ms. Tink Goes to Washington...

This past weekend we took our Tink to Washington DC to visit with Ian's college friend Chuck and his family. Our traveler did a great job in the car and was thrilled to arrive at a house filled with cool new toys and a rough-and-tumble 13 month old boy. Ryan and Jay were fast friends, bonding over their shared love of dance.

On Saturday afternoon we went into the city to see the WWII memorial on the mall. We had a fun time people watching, climbing stairs, petting random dogs, and trying desperately to take a dip in the reflecting pool.

Our girlie was exhausted after dinner, a big girl bath in the tub (her first!) and another hour of play before heading off to bed. Following kiddie bedtime we greatly enjoyed some adult conversation and fondue--I am still dreaming about those brownies!

We returned home in the early AM Sunday to pick-up Jack from "camp" and get some work done around the house. Thanks for the wonderful weekend Chuck, Anju, and Jay!

Just a few more pictures of Ryan!

8 Months and 2 Birthdays!

Today Ms. Tink is 8 months old! Her, Jack and Daddy celebrated with a fine combination of Bananas, Peaches and Raspberries. She ate it all and passed on a message to wish her Auntie Kissy a Happy Birthday before setting off for Dreamland. Happy Birthday Kissy! Tink also wants to say Happy Birthday to Aunti Melinda who is keeping busy planning Uncle Brent's 30th b-day celebrations....Next Year Auntie Melinda! Tink wants Mommy to stay safe in Boston and can't wait to see her soon!

The Jackson Three...

On Thursday, April 12th Natalie and Mike welcomed little Evelyn (Evvie) Reese Jackson into the world. She weighed in at 6lbs. 14oz. and is 19.25in. long. Mom, Dad and Evvie are all doing great. And we cannot wait for Evvie and Ryan to meet!

Party Girl...

This past weekend our Tink went to a birthday party for Halle--she turned the big 0-1! Ryan put on her party dress, took a power nap and was raring to go. She was enthralled by the chatty birthday girl (seen below) and held her own in an impressive screeching match. Then Rainbow the Clown showed up for dancing, balloon animals, and face painting. The crowd was a bit young to appreciate Rainbows talents, but they seemed to have fun none the less. Happy First Birthday Halle!