Xanna, Grandpa, Lucy, and Laurel stopped by again today on their way back to Anchorage from California. Lots of fun and kisses from Dad to top the night.  

Rise up! 

Lola stopped by this afternoon, after a full day with family...a family dessert course if you will! And of course, more pictures! Today's Tagalog word of the day is 'larawan' (picture).

Lucy, Laurel, Matt, Becca, and Kinley came over for lunch today. Frank made tamale pie  (yum!) and we just hung out and caught up. It was great to see everyone!

 ...This coming weekend, in fact. 

 ...And we had a delightful meal! Frank made Thai pork lettuce cups and we celebrated Lucy and Laurel's birthdays. Meryl decided to skip a nap today in celebration and party on into the night, if you know what I mean:)

Thanks, Noonans, for Meryl's Gryffindor onesie from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter! She hasn't even been sorted yet, and she's already the chosen one:) 

Meryl also visited the dentist for the first time today...to confirm that I cracked my tooth...while eating oatmeal. It's true.

Practicing rolling back and forth with Lola! 

Celebrating Frank's Dad's birthday in style. Locked in to contain alllll her excitement:)  

Real life baby. Real pot of stock. 

Meryl on top, mom on the bottom:)