Sarah's Thoughts: Saturday was ALMOST the perfect day. With the exception of Luke somewhat unexpectedly working for a few hours, it was pretty great. After sending hubby off to work, I remembered that it was our annual neighborhood garage sale day. We loaded up with breakfast to go and a pocket full of quarters, and walked around the neighborhood hunting for treasures. Owen scored with new movies, books, puzzle and a "Simba" towel. If that isn't enough, the clouds disappeared, the sun came out and viola! Summer! Luke got off work early and we spent the afternoon on the boat. A little king salmon fishing, a little crabbing, a little time on the beach. The sun blazed and the water was glass. Although we didn't bring anything home, it was really lovely.
Luke Update: This is the first spring that Luke has been working full-time in 13 years. He's use to having free time here and there to go bear and grouse hunting, steelhead and king salmon fishing. All of a sudden, these extra-curricular activities require more of an effort. Weekends fly by and time off is a precious commodity. He has plans of a bear hunt this weekend with a few after work fishing trips sprinkled in. We did manage to get out in the boat twice this week. Luke turns 35 tomorrow! Steaks on the grill and yellow cake with chocolate frosting. Happy Birthday, sweet husband!
Owen Update: Last week, Owen wanted to build our house out of blocks, so we set up the couch, coffee table, T.V. in the livingroom, the kitchen, bedrooms, etc. We picked out blocks for each member of the family. Next Owen wanted to pretend that it was christmas, so we used some green blocks to make a christmas tree. We put all the people blocks to bed and then santa came and delivered presents (more blocks) under the tree. The next morning when the block family woke up, they "ooohed" and "awwwed" over the tree and presents. I told Owen to be the daddy block and pass out the presents. A minute or so later, I checked out the scene. Daddy block had a present as well as Mommy block and Annabelle block. Owen block, however, had about 25 presents. When I asked him what was in his presents the answer was, "Dinos".
Annabelle Update: She likes to move it move it! In a combination of rolling, catipiller scooting and old fashioned stretching, our girl is getting around. I've caught her up on her hands and knees a few times, but no crawling yet. Up until now, she's been sleeping in a cradle in the guest room. She was sleeping through the night, so I decided to set up the crib and move her into Owen's room. Owen was very excited to have a roommate. We've had a bit of a rocky first week, but I'm optimistic that we'll fall into a routine. She went on her very first boat ride this week. I think she likes the boat, but not a big lifejacket fan.
