happy birthday, cynthia

Red Robin has to be the most kid-friendly restaurant. My sister, Becky, has always told me that but I was never a huge fan so didn't bother to check it out. We decided to go Friday night for dinner and the girls were so entertained. It was loud, lots of other kids, and of course balloons. Annabelle ate half a mini-pizza and two bowls of mandarin oranges. I guess we're living the kid-friendly-suburban-chain-restaurant life for a few years. Small price to pay for happy girls.

Saturday was a free day at Monkey Bizness so we met up with the Carlson gang for some play time. Ben is getting so big! He's such a cutie. I can't wait for him and Gwyneth to be running around together. Annabelle and Jack ran around like little maniacs and even had some 'Grand Opening Celebration' cake. "Apple's" tongue was blue the rest of the day. We were able to score a free pass so we have another free day in our future.

I was feeling really crummy from allergies so when Annabelle went down for a nap I decided to take a little snooze myself. I slept for 2 hours! I woke up feeling much much better. Allergies are the worst. I've been spared the past few years but they are definitely kicking my bootie this year. Yahoo for Benedryl!

We went to Annabelle and Gwyneth's friend Cynthia's birthday party Saturday afternoon. The girls both love the "wee-wee's" (swings). They also played in the sandbox and Annabelle made two little crafts.. For the second time in one day, Annabelle had cake! Sugar baby!!! It's hard to tell the girl no cake at a birthday party but we have been attending at least one birthday party a weekend and that equals a LOT of cake!

After the girls went down to bed for the night B went over and played poker with the guys at Don's house. I had a very quiet night at home.

Sunday was errand day and work in the backyard. We threw some burgers and brauts on the grill and Gus joined us for dinner. B is a whiz at the BBQ - I love this time of year!

GG and her Godfather