The Weekend in Photos
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Simon reading a Maisy book to Anna.

Anna really enjoying it (and her big brother).

Chris fishing for spring Chinook salmon on the Columbia River.

A place on the floor of our bedroom for a family-slumber-party.

A nap & a stretch or two (or more).
Other weekend memories to remember:
• Picking up some new peony plants at our favorite local nursery that just opened for the season.
• Going on a walk to the park with Anna in the stroller, Simon on his bike, and Lily on the leash.
• Shopping for lettuce and flowers at the Farmer's Market.
• Eating fresh salmon caught in the morning for dinner on Saturday.
• Breakfast early Sunday morning at our local hangout.
• Simon riding his bike with the neighbor kids and looking so, so tall.
• Making him change his clothes to a short sleeve t-shirt and shorts
because the weather was phenomenal.
• Digging in the backyard and dreaming about the changes I want to make out there (more projects).

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Aww! Those photos of Simon reading to Anna are just precious!!! It looks like they have a sweet relationship. How wonderful!
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I really like it Sarah. It takes a bit of time to get used to - especially in figuring out how to get it on. My sister has it as well and loves it. She told me she watched a couple videos on you tube to help with how to get it on - I did that too and it really helped. They are super soft and comfortable.
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oh Ali that last picture is soooo sweet!!
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Sweet moments...love the tall kid on the bike...my oldest is the same age as Simon and I too have been doing a double take..wow. Growing like a weed.
I also adored the Simon reading and connecting with sis.
Adorable.
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Looks like you had a terrific weekend. I absolutely love the photo of Simon reading to Anna how precious!
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Looks like you and your family had a perfect weekend! Thanks for sharing it with us.
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Sarah, I would really recommend a wrap! A stretchy one in the beginning and when the baby gets a bit bigger and heavier you'll find a woven one more comfortable. This will also allow you to carry your baby on your back (stretchy ones are less safe for back-carrying). Carrying your baby is awesome for both of you! Allows you to get things done while having your baby close to you. There's nothing better so I would definitely say it's a must have! Good luck these last few weeks. It'll be wonderful for sure. I had the same feelings you're having 10 months ago before my son was born. An experience I wouldn't want to miss for the world! :) And don't worry about how many onesies and all that - you can run to the store for more whenever you need to! You'll be fine! Enjoy these last few weeks!
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Sounds like a perfect weekend to me!
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Thos pictures are wonderful, I love how you are enjoying being a mom of 2 adorable kids! What a sweet boy is simon, he is doing an exellent job as big brother!
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That last picture and the picture of Anna smiling with Simon are too perfect. Thanks for sharing :)
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Love that little face looking adoringly at Mama. These are such precious photos + moments!
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Hi Ali, your daughter Anna is so adorable and Simon is so cute...Well, they are both georgeous baby. You and Chris makes pretty babies.
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Ali,
I always love the pics that you are in with your children. Like the pic of you giving Anna a bath. Do you set a timer for things like this? Have you trained your husband well? I'm just curios, it's something I'd like more of, pictures of me actually doing daily things with my daughter....Thanks for any tips you can give,
Beth
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the picture of Simon reading to Anna is priceless! I am jealous your farmers market is already open!
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Ali, I also wanted to know if you set up your self timer to take the picture of you giving Anna a bath. I know in previous posts you mentioned that you have used your self timer to get self portraits.
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Those moments are the best ! So sweet Simon reading a book for his sister...
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OMG, She looks JUST like you!!!! I love the picture of Simon reading to her, precious!!! :)
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I love the smiling one of Anna while Simon reads. That must make him so very proud to be the big brother.
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You are absolutely charming!
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Anna is so darling and Simon reading to her...precious!
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