Springtime

It must be Spring! I don't say that because the weather is warming up. It snowed Wednesday and Thursday this week, with more snow expected tomorrow. It must be Spring though because that is when Ian's grandparents stop in on their way back to Seattle from their snowbird trip in AZ. Also, it must be Spring because Denny, my MIL, came to our house because she was off school for Spring Break. With all this springiness you would think we would have had much nicer Spring weather for all the out-of-towners, but alas. We still had a very fun visit.

Denny got here on Tuesday (Davin's birthday), then Wednesday afternoon Grandma and Papa Squire made their way to our house. Weston was very excited for all these grandparents (and the gifts they brought). Both the boys were napping when the Squire's got to our house, so when Dav woke up he was a little overwhelmed. Luckily a new ball distracted him from his crabiness.
That evening we grilled steaks and had a nice dinner together, then stayed up late visiting and playing cards.

Despite the snow on the ground and freezing cold wind, we ventured to the dinosaur museum on Thursday. It was a really great trip. I think everyone enjoyed themselves. Weston is more into playing in the erosion table now, so we spent a good 20 minutes there this time.
Even Davin got in on the action a little bit. Since someone had to hold him though he didn't last as long as Weston, so here he is taking a snack break with me.
The whole group minus Denny. I promise we were posed in front of a dinosaur. You just can't really see it.
By Thursday evening we were pretty bushed. We ate leftovers for dinner then played some more before G&G Squire were on their way back up the road towards home. Both the boys really enjoyed playing blocks with anyone who was willing to build things with them. We really appreciate the Squire's taking the time to stop and play and visit with us each year. It's always so fun to see them.
We loved our time with Grandma Denny too. Davin was pretty clingy to me the whole time, but Weston adores his grandma and loved having her read to him, play blocks with him, and help him do all his other little activities. Thursday evening Denny and I went and got pedicures. It was so fun to do something relaxing and girly. :)

On Friday we went to David's Bridal in the morning to check out a couple wedding dresses for Aly (Ian's sister who is engaged), then we grabbed a quick bite of lunch and went up to the Planetarium. We met up with my friend, Liz, and her kids to watch "The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket" movie and explore a bit. I had some very tired boys on my hands by the time we were done, but they both sat still and watched the whole movie. Later yesterday afternoon we took Grandma Denny to the airport. So sad to see her go. But wait! She called about half an hour before her flight was scheduled to leave with wonderful news . . . she had volunteered to be bumped and would be staying with us one more night! She got a great flight voucher and Ian and I got to go on a date. I would say it worked out pretty well.

Ian and I browsed Borders, rented a movie, got take out Pei Wei and Chick Fil A shakes, then spent the evening chilling/eating/movie watching at Verite. Meanwhile Weston got spoiled by Grandma for one more night. Denny flew out early this morning. THANK YOU for all the fun/groceries/outings while you were here, Den!

So, while we continue to wait for the Spring weather to arrive, just know that Spring was here at our house this week.