Escape the Apartment!

Yesterday was the last day of my parents' visit. We had a really nice, relaxing time with them here. By our old standards, we didn't really do much (no visits to the museums and only a minimal amount of boardgames), but it was by far the most activity outside the apartment we have seen in weeks. We went for several walks, and we ate homemade brownies (thanks, Mom). And perhaps best of all for our sanity, on Saturday, Jessica's parents came to visit as well, and we all went out for brunch ... well, by the time we actually got Morgen fed, changed, fed again, and dressed, it was more of a late lunch. Nevertheless, it was an outing. And after all that feeding at home, Morgen was a perfect little baby. She slept quietly in the sling the whole time (which you can see around Jessica's neck in this picture) and only started to fuss when we were about halfway home. Let's hope this is an indication of things to come!

Why I'll never be an interior decorator (or very fashionable)

This picture of Morgen in the very cute sweater and cap that her Great Aunt Pat made for her says it all. Although technically the outfit I paired it with today did have light pink in it, you can see that the yellow pants just aren't helping the set to "pop". Despite this somewhat jarring aesthetic, the sweater was a good match for today's light breeze - so Morgen went to the park in it today. I'll have to put the ensemble together with the white dress Pat also gave her another day! This picture of Morgen's mismatched outfit reminds me of all the room re-painting disasters I've been responsible for over the years. And it makes me wish that I could crotchet as well as my Aunt does. It really is a lovely set.

When Morgen had had enough of her stroller, she enjoyed more quality cuddles with her Grandpa - and didn't even spit up on him (although we were prepared).