Cousin Bathtime

Luke already has facial hair

Elmwood Zoo

We checked out the Elmwood Zoo a few weekends ago. It was good family time getting out in the fresh air - hoping for Spring to come.  There weren't many animals to see, but Colton got to see the "butt-holes" aka buffaloes and play at the playground.  He had a blast as always.

Victory

Christina and Travis had been asking us to join them at Victory Brewing Company for some time.  Christina says it is where all the Chester county parents go to drink.  Colton couldn't wait to see Patrick.  Since the last time we were together, the two of them enjoyed playing with the train set. When I told Colton we were going to see them, he said, "Patrick and trains - I want Patrick." He cried until we got in the car to head out to see them. It was a victory to snap this shot because the boys were running around like crazy.

Homemade Ravioli

Arugula and Goat Cheese Ravioli with Tomato-Pancetta Butter 

First crack at making homemade raviolis with the new pasta maker

To help continue the Italian tradition of ravioli making, I asked for a pasta maker for Christmas.  It had been in its box since I unwrapped it, and it had been staring me down every weekend taunting me to open it up and get started. With the help of Brian, I got enough courage to give it a shot and we made what turned out to be an overly bitter Arugula and Goat Cheese Ravioli.  The pasta was so perfect though.  It was a lot of work, but it was worth it.  Looking forward to the next time.

Carousel

The Willow Grove Mall has a carousel and on one weekend shopping day, Colton got to enjoy it.  He wanted to ride the "cat."  While I stood behind my iPhone trying to capture a memory, Colton and Daddy rode around.  He waved at me and smiled so big - filled with excitement.  Sweetness.

Patrick & Colton

Christina, Travis, and Patrick had us over for dinner and the boys enjoyed playing with the trains all night long.  Patrick even gave a few tracks and a train for Colton to take home.  We had a great time as always.  Can't believe how big our boys are getting.

Babies on the Way

Melanie and Lauren are former colleagues of mine.  Melanie had a baby shower and is having a girl in February and Lauren is also pregnant with a baby on the way in June.  It was nice to catch up with old friends.