A trip to the library, a picnic at the park, running shirtless and free (only those under the age of 4), warm sunshine, and time with best friends. THIS was the day I’ve been waiting for for months now.

The Workshop
I was extremely flattered by the amount of interest that was generated for the photography workshop I held this Friday. I sincerely hope it was beneficial to those attending, and that they enjoyed it. It was a new venue for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it, even though I was feeling achy and yucky. My good friend Kiera, documented some of the day for me:

Those of you who skipped out on this picture are in trouble!

The Half Marathon
Miraculously, despite feeling badly the day before and sleeping horribly, I woke up feeling good. Then I looked out side and saw the snow. Ugh! My old roommate Sara was in town (an amazing runner!) and agreed to do it with me some weeks ago. It was so fun to have her by my side for all 13 miles as we laughed and reminisced the whole time. I’m so lucky to have such great friends! It was a huge accomplishment for me, one that I never dreamed of doing.

Pre-race

Post-race

1 piece of white cardstock + 1 chair + 2 loving siblings = A whole lot of pictures

Last Saturday I ran my first race in 10 years. I ran it with two of my childhood friends, Anna and her older sister Lisa. Anna has two little boys (her oldest born just days after Isaac), both born with clef palates so this race was extra meaningful. While I did not appreciate the bitter cold that morning, or the switchbacks up the mountain (what the!), it was actually pretty fun and I was honored to be able to participate in such a good cause.

Please send good thoughts my way this weekend. Between my Photography Workshop, and the half marathon I’m running this weekend, I’m going to need them!

*images courtesy of Lisa’s husband

…having this cute of a mini around who never lets me take a decent picture of her. Torture I tell you!!

***I talked to Isaac this morning and he is in absolute heaven. Doesn’t get much better for a four year old then having a sleepover between his cousins in a teepee!

Isaac’s thoughtful and SUPER fun Aunt planned a sleepover at her house for Isaac and her girls. When I told Isaac last week, he said “But mom, you said I wasn’t old enough for sleepovers!” I told him we’d make an exception for cousins.

I don’t think I really need to explain to you how excited Isaac was when 5pm rolled around tonight, the pictures say it all. He was cramming all sorts of stuff into his bag. The tenderest of all was that he went and got a picture of Geoff and I and put it in his bag “in case he missed us”.

He was very loving with Lucy before he left also and told her, “Woocy, I’m going to miss you a lot…but you can’t come.” Ahh, big brothers.

Discovery #1
Call beforehand to see if A. all of the surrounding SLC schools just happened to be out, and B. if about 20 preschools have arranged to come on that same day.

Discovery #2
If A and B are in place, NEVER, I mean, NEVER go, unless you want to lose your children, AND the adult you came with every 30 seconds.

Discovery #3
While vans are spacious, getting food to four children in one requires the flexibility of a contortionist.

Discovery #4
I would rather pull my own hair out piece by piece then put myself in this situation again.

That being said, I did get some pictures when we apparently were having a good time:

Isaac’s favorite part is the construction section.

Flying the helicopter.

Lucy Lu

And if you ask me to go here again Amy, the answer is no. Unless of course it’s been a year and I’ve forgotten this fiasco.

Isaac played his first game of soccer ever on Saturday. As you may know, I love soccer, so seeing him play was extra special for me. I’m kind of mad about the kids who push him over, but you have to see him with his hands on his hips when he’s tired. It’s the cutest thing ever. He’s #9, with the big shorts and chicken legs.

After the game, Geoff took Isaac up to Sundance for a long awaited first day on the slopes. Isaac was an immediate natural, and I’m pretty sure Geoff’s never had a prouder day as a daddy. Our little boy is growing up!

Our Lunch Group get-togethers have been few and far between since the addition of second children for each of us. I cherish every crazy minute when we do manage to meet up. We had a green party of sorts in honor of the holiday at Amy Furstenau’s AMAZING new house.

The green spread.

All the kids, minus Simone who was sleeping.
*Lucy’s skirt was made by my super talented friend, Kristina.

All the older kids ran in the house after the picture and locked the door. We had to offer all sorts of treats and threats before they finally came and opened it.

Enjoying the infamous Dewitt cupcakes outside on such a beautiful day.

It almost approached 70 degrees outside, so pretty much it was the best day ever. We had a picnic at the park and then after Lucy’s nap we played outside and got filthy dirty. I’ve been looking forward to this day for many cold months!

Our new friend’s puppy, Sawyer. Isn’t he precious!