April in Seattle

April was a busy, busy month in Seattle.  It was our last month in our house and in Seattle.  We had visitors for most of the weekends which was a special treat, we sold many things in prep for our move, our house was put on the market for lease, we wrapped up our jobs in the US, and we spent time with friends and family before we left. Plus, Campbell was in Holland for half the month!  And, the big event, Archie turned 1 year old on April 13th!  So here is a recap of the events with some photos along the way.  

My younger brother, Josh, came to visit us (in late March).  It was a special treat to see him in Seattle before we left.  

A trip to Starbucks at U-Village....I miss the coffee and the shopping!

We had a family get-away to Whistler in BC.  It was a much needed escape from all the preparation for the big move.  No cleaning, selling, chores, work, or anything else but relaxing.

 Archie and I just relaxed.

And after all that play, it is bath time.  This photo is just for fun! 

The following weekend we had the Darlings (my cousin Traci and her family) come and visit for a weekend.  It was a busy weekend with all the fun and Easter too.  Traci has some cute pics of the kids in bunny ears that I will have to repost when I get them.

Here is Jason (Traci's husband) with Isaac, Marien, Ruby, and Archie. They all wanted to climb all over him....what a good sport!

We had a great trip to the zoo the Saturday before Easter....why would it be busy, even on a gorgeous sunny day?!  Oh, it was crazy because it was the "Bunny Hop" day.  But we had a great time despite the crowds.  The kids really enjoyed spending time together.  The weekend was a special treat as we will miss the Darlings very much.   

And then there is Archie and his first birthday!  Around that time, he started his love of bananas and eating them himself.  He isn't so into them now but still squeals when he sees them in the morning.

Good times with Daddy.

I wasn't going to touch the electrical cord, promise....kind of, sort of, not really.

He loves his books!

 His birthday present and his new favorite, his tricycle!  It is convertible.  We can steer and push now and he can control it later as he is bigger.  He screamed and threw a tantrum when we took him out of it.  

This is Archie's special trip for his birthday was to Top-Pot Donuts (Seattle specialty) within walking distance of our house (a danger for the waistline for sure).  Archie had his first donut and of course LOVED it. :)

I love donuts!

Opening presents and playing!

Grandma Jane and Grandpa Fred came to visit for a week and helped out with Archie while Campbell was away.  We had visits from Auntie Susie, Auntie Mary, Cousin Rebecca, and Uncle Jimmy too!  It was great to see them all before we left.

And some special time with Uncle Jimmy.  We miss you already!  

And he received a special bowl and Kiwi hat from Campbell's parents, Nana & JimBob.

And after all that fun, it was time for bed.  Our darling boy is now a toddler.  We are happy and fortunate to have such a lovely boy.  He is so much fun and such a love.  He gets funnier everyday and is such a joy.  

Before we left he had one more haircut!

We also enjoyed a family BBQ at Auntie Mary Lee's house.  It was a great time to see new baby Evelyn, celebrate Annie and David's engagement/wedding, and say our goodbyes.  It was great weather, yummy food, and perfect company.  We had such a great time seeing everyone.  We love you and look forward to the next time we can do this again.