Labor Day Weekend

Julia, Meme, and I went wedding dress shopping. So much fun and so many choices, but she hasn't found "the one" yet. We had Cecily over. Then it was off to St. Paul, where Julia and Benjamin attended an Indian wedding and caught up with friends. Check out pics from the MN State Fair. Yes, a baby squirrel crawled up Julia's arm. Yikes! Thankfully, it didn't bite her. 

Lisa, Tony, Laura, and Clarkson went to the US Open. We went for a quick trip to Deep Creek — relaxation and good food, always on the agenda.

  

Holton Reunion and Costco

Last week, Julia and Benjamin visited Papa (Benjamin's grandfather) in hospice. Chelsea was able to go as well. Unfortunately, he passed away a couple of days ago. We had the honor of meeting him at their Ohio State graduation. He was deeply loved.

Julia and Benjamin then came to DC. For Benjamin, it was a quick overnight, but it was so nice to hug him and catch up. Julia stayed and enjoyed a reunion with her Holton girls. The main attraction was Susannah's daughter--so adorable. Julia also went to dinner and a movie with Emma. 

On the home front, Julia took us (Steven, Brenda, Katie, and me) to Costco. She is a member and lives within walking distance of a Costco in Albuquerque. It definitely wasn't a great idea to go on a Sunday afternoon, but the trip was a huge success! :) Dinner, of course, was a Costco rotisserie chicken. And yes, we'll go back for sure--but probably only when Julia is in town. 

Biking and Book Festival

Biking and studying weekend in Albuquerque. Julia had her bike shipped from DC, so now she has a bit more freedom. Benjamin has some flight tests this week, so he's been busy studying.

In DC, we went to the National Book Festival with Vera, Maggie, Vickie, Katie, and Brenda. Despite the road closures and hustle and bustle of the Grand Prix race, the convention center was packed with people! 

Detroit Wedding

Julia and Benjamin went to Detroit, MI, for Hannah and Ben's wedding (St. Paul friends). Fun pictures! On the home front, Tony and Lisa went on a motorcycle road trip. Vera, Maggie, Vickie, and Mom came over to see 2201. They brought us a beautiful orchid and taught us some impressive yoga poses.