Our family weekend netted some wonderful portraits. Check these out.
You can see in this next picture that Zane was getting a little too close and/or interested to Tinkerbell's new wand... "Don't you dare!" "Who, me?"
Thank you Nana, Aunt Sarah, Uncle Mike, and Baby Kate for coming all the way to Minnesota to hang out with us. We loved seeing you!
I couldn't resist. I saw this adorable Tinkerbell outfit in H&M and had to get it for Kate. She loved it and got dressed on the spot. She generously doled out wishes, did a whole lot of twirling, and completely overwhelmed me with her adorable self.
Zane was pleased as punch to find this step-stool in H&M. He pushed it all over the store and could've stayed there all day. I love the last picture, catching a pure moment of joy.
Nana, with an ice cream incentive, captured a little snuggle time with Zane.
Joe was feeling much better after his night of antibiotics, rest, and fluids. He woke up ready to party, or at least ready to enjoy the wonderful rides at the Mall of America. Zane and Kate were up for some fun too. Here are the two older kids on the "Swiper Sweeper."
Of course, the carousel is always fun. Joe rode on a dragon and enjoyed breathing fire on all of the other animals, including the zebra Kate was riding.
Zane joined in the fun on this tame train ride.
On the Saturday morning of our Minneapolis reunion, we went out to IHOP for some breakfast yummies and then toured some area malls, including the Mall of America. The kids had a great time, until they didn't. Joe got pretty sick around mid-day and, due to car logistics, I ended up taking both boys to the doctor. Joe had an awful eye infection as well as some sort of virus that gave him a high fever, chills, and general lumpiness. Antibiotics and a night of non-stop popsicles (for hydration) seemed to perk him up. Meanwhile, Eric had a blast hanging with the Texas crew. Here are a few shots from the day. There aren't any pics of the boys but check out my gorgeous niece!
When Kate and Joe met up in MSP, there was a lot of joy, jumping on the bed, tickling, and belly laughs. Check out this cutie pie.
Zane and I flew to Minneapolis to meet up with Eric & Joe (who drove), Aunt Sarah, Uncle Mike, Baby Kate, and Nana. Zane ran around the airport with his blanket around his neck, boxer style. He thought this was hilarious, and frankly, he charmed a lot of his fellow passengers this way.
All four of us went to Joe's school for family night, which had a pajama theme. Joe loved running around in his Buzz Lightyear jammies, playing games, and eating treats. Zane loved exploring the big-kid items and seemed intent on pulling apart all of the different classrooms. He can't wait to turn 2 and join in the fun.
Zane has been on a real peek-a-boo kick. He covers his eyes with his hands to hide or takes our hands to cover his eyes. He also loves hiding behind the curtain while we look for him (check out the tell-tale feet peeking out in the pic below). It is so much fun to play these games; Zane is just all smiles and belly laughs.
