Aussie trip

So I left my husband and child for 10 days to visit my family in Australia. 

It was a wonderful trip, and James and John survived without me (for the most part!).

My brother flew down as well, so it was a great opportunity to catch up.

Pre-cocktail party.

VB mate!

Dinner with Tuft and Granmag.

James consoled himself with Legos while I was away. I got a big smile and hug from Jamo at the airport upon my return, and roses from John, along with the following statement: 'If the purpose of your trip was to prove to me how hard it is to take care of James by myself, mission accomplished!'

James and the chickens

James frolicked with the chickens at Aimee's yesterday. I wish I'd gotten a little video of them following him around the yard. It was cute. 

Sunday morning

Dragging Mommy's feet out of bed-

Translation: 'No I don't want to snuggle. Get up and make me breakfast!'

Snacking with the ladies + assorted fun at the park.

Trees

Our neighborhood has a street lined with Bradford Pear Trees which are beautiful in the spring and fall. These pictures don't do them justice, but James and I took a walk to admire them today and to collect some leaves.

Time on the couch

This doesn't happen much anymore, but LOVE when it does!

Relaxing dinner at home with Daddy, who would not be distracted from Election Night returns!