a fun-filled weekend

Friday night we did something we haven't done in probably 6 months, WE WENT OUT!!  It wasn't a date but it was a lot of fun.  We went bowling with a bunch of friends from our ward to celebrate a couple of birthdays.  I can't remember the last time I bowled (besides on the Wii) and I was pretty bad, but Dan faired alright.  I didn't get many pictures because after we had taken a few a guy from the bowling alley came over and told us our flashes were setting off the foul lines in the 6 surrounding lanes!!  Never heard of that before, is that even possible?  So I have these two dismal pictures.  Unfortunately, we're out of focus in the first and I couldn't use a flash in the second so it's too dark... but you get the idea I guess.

   

Dan's parents and his brother and sister-in-law came to town Friday night.  On Saturday Dan took everyone to see where he spends all his time, the law school.We enjoyed the beautiful weather in Cherry Creek walking around to the shops.  The highlight of our day was lunch at the Cherry Cricket (DEFINITELY recommend it!!!).

  That evening my parents arrived as well.  My dad got right to work building me shelves in our storage area we have off our deck.  He's such a busy body.  Thanks again Dad, they are awesome!!  Sophie was sufficiently spoiled with early birthday presents, and the arrival of her Christmas gifts we couldn't fit into our luggage to bring home before.  I'm sure she didn't realize they were hers and not Grandmas'.  She was thrilled about everything and kept running from toy to toy excitedly, not able to focus on any one thing.  She loves to have an audience watch her play too.  Her new bike may as well be an armchair the way she sits in it all day, she has been obsessed with bikes for a long time but this is her very first one!

We blessed Tessa at church on Sunday (the reason for family coming to town).  Dan did a great job, I am so grateful to have a husband who is a worthy priesthood holder.  And Tessa was an angel during the blessing.  She wore the same dress both Sophie and I did, isn't she just beautiful?  Oh I just love her so much!

Tessa's blessing day celebration quickly turned into a Super Bowl party.  It was a great game!!  (Eventhough the Cardinals lost. ) But let's be honest... I was more excited for all of the wonderful FOOD!!  I don't know why I didn't take any pictures of our lovely spread but just know it was awesome.  We had hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken patties, fries, fruit salad, green salad, jumbo shrimp, cupcakes and candy.  I had more food to make but no one was hungry enough. :)  Sophie spent as much time as she could this weekend on uncle Jason's lap, she really loves him.  In fact I know she enjoyed the company of all of our visitors.  Tessa did too... which made a nice break for me.  We are so glad that everyone was able to come visit, thanks for making the trip guys!

My parents also brought Sophie's big girl bed and assembled it this morning before they left.  Sophie wanted to sleep in it for her nap and I obliged although I was worried she'd end up playing with toys instead of napping.  She slept in it no problem.  Funny thing was when I heard her talking and went to go get her after her nap, I found her standing up on the bed just like she does in her crib when she wakes up, arms in the air waiting for me to get her out!  Silly girl, I wonder how long it will take her to figure out she doesn't need me to get out of her new bed.