Happy Valentine's Day

After a few days of being sick on the couch with a horrible cold, Marc and I headed off to Bellingham for a night away. I know, Bellingham doesn't sound like the most romantic place but we had to pick up some things for the kids' birthday parties so we kind of killed two birds with one stone.
We had a really nice time just being together. I don't think it really mattered where we went. It was just really great to be alone without the kids. We went for a nice dinner and were able to sleep in the next morning (soooo nice). Saturday morning we went for a walk along the ocean in the Fairhaven district of Bellingham. It was beautiful but cold (BBBBBRRRRR!). The above picture is one I took of the boardwalk with Marc's camera. Once in a while he actually lets me use it. We finished off our time away with a nice lunch at the Olive Garden and then came back and picked up the kids. It was probably the first time we had actually been alone for Valentine's Day in years. I love my husband so much!!!

Happy Birthday Marc

Marc turned 35 on Thursday. Although I wasn't able to throw a big party for him because I was working, we did have a nice time with Alison and her family. Here is the "cake" and I think we still have cupcakes leftover. Uncle Marc got to spend some time with little Luke and it was fun watching Ben and Luke discover each other while hiding in the gift boxes. The kids got Marc some workout gear, chocolate, and of course Luke Skywalker. The Hall clan got Marc some treats and a monopod for his camera. I got him a fisheye converter for his camera and it's something I think he could have a lot of fun with. Here are a few pics from the evening. Happy 35th Marc...I'll be there soon. Love you.