Cookie maker and chef

Luca and I made cookies together during Juliette's nap. Here is the chef in his apron, before and after:)

Summer weather

Yesterday was 86 F, here in Seattle. We are surprised and happy if we get this temp. in July or Aug! But May 6? Wow, a record high for Seattle and we enjoyed it! John and I had our first day off together in a few weeks between me going to NC and our work schedules. Luca had school in the am and then after rest time we hit the beach at Alki, then the kids went around the block (luca on his bike, Juliette trying to keep up on foot) and then John and I went back to Alki for a date, dinner, a walk, and to watch the sunset! What a fantastic day! Here are a few pictures of it!

 Luca had the idea to build a 6 room hospital (with a little help from daddy) during rest time

 Ready to hit the beach

 Sand projects

 Transferring rocks from bucket to Frisbee top- Juliette's project:), Digging a hole to fill with water-Luca project

 Water for Luca, more rocks for Juliette

 Little lady and her daddy

 "Let us back OUTSIDE"

 Hello little sunshine!

Sweet Juliette

Luca biking Juliette walking

Luca biking, Juliette walking

Luca biking

Luca riding his bike

Luca on his bike!

Luca riding his bike!
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Trip to NC

I just got back from a wonderful visit to Greensboro. My dear sister, Betsy, recently had an adorable little boy, Jacob Matthew! It was such a joy to get to spend time with my new nephew and my niece, big sister Sophia! I also got to spend time with my brother, Josh and Meagan, Molly, Annie and Owen. They have all grown so much since I saw them last a year and half ago!
John did an awesome job taking care of our kids at home in Seattle. I am so glad that I did not bring my kids so I could be auntie all weekend long! Such a joy! Thank you to all those who had John and the kids over for dinner each night I was gone. That was hugely helpful!
Here are a few pictures of my trip. Wish Greensboro and Seattle were much closer! I miss everyone already and Luca said, "mom, let's all get on an airplane and all go back there tomorrow!" I wish we could!

 Jacob at 2:30 am...he likes to be awake while others would rather be sleeping, but he is so cute and gave me lots of smiles at that time, so I wouldn't complain, but sleep for your mama!

 Annie's 6th birthday party! Molly turned 8 this week! Happy Birthday sweet girls! I love you both!

 Jacob sleeping during the day. Such a handsome little guy!

 Me with all my Adams' nieces and nephews! I love being an aunt!

 The new family of four!

 Molly, Annie, and Owen loving on Jacob. He loves them already!

 Josh, Katie, Betsy with the kids, missing Meagan in the picture who was being the photographer

 Jacob at 2:30 am again, could he get any cuter?

 Me and baby Jakie!

 One sister picture taken on the last day...like usual...how do we always forget to take a picture together.

 Betsy, Sophia and Jacob. Betsy is amazing mother and sister!!! Love you so much and miss you like crazy already Bets, so glad I could come this last few days!!!

Harmony, Briant, Nathan, and Claire's visit

We were so happy to have the MacKenzie's here from Chicago! Luca and Nathan had so much fun playing together and got along super well. Juliette and Claire loved each other and spent time hugging, pulling each other's hair and laughing together. They were also here for Luca's big birthday party. Harmony decorated the cake and Harmony and Briant were both a huge help the whole weekend. We even got a sunny day with them down at Alki! Felt like a vacation for everyone. Thanks again for coming out to visit us! We miss you and wished we lived close to each other...like next door!