Saturday, April 26, 2014

Best Birthday Ever!

Being welcomed into my thirties usually might be a little depressing but honestly this was the best birthday ever because I got the best gift this year, becoming a mom! Its a rainy, grey morning here in Utah and the whole family is all cuddled up in our bed, drinking coffee and hanging out. Life is good.
We have had a whirlwind last few weeks. Going back to work has been crazy, we have been so lucky though to have our Amy who takes care of little man. I think she loves him just as much as we do. I sent out birth announcements right before finishing maternity leave, after reading about pinterest I mailed one to the white house and actually got a response, its pretty cool! I included a picture down below.
April held lots of travel. We went to Jamaica with Bren's work for Presidents club. It was an amazing trip, beyond anything we would ever be able to do on our own. The resort was a five star Iberro star resort in Jamaica, all the food and drinks were included. Our room had an amazing view down the coast and we pretty much just laid on the beach all day. On top of that, every night in our room they surprised us with gifts ranging from snorkel sets to a mini Jawbone Jambox and even a Tiffany necklace for me, we really were spoiled! Lucky for us Grandma Kathy flew to town and took care of the little man, I think they both had a great time too.
For Easter this year we took Quinn down to Florida to meet his Great Grandparents Bud and Barb. Lucky for us Grandpa Tom and also Aunt Laura and Uncle Mike were in town. It was also really special that our flower girl Rowan stayed in town too to cuddle and meet Quinn. He got to put his toes in the ocean for the first time, some beach walks and a boat ride. It was a great trip, the first Easter I have ever spent in a swimsuit.
Back to wonderful reality now and getting ready for his baptism and the baby shower for my friend Sara. We are sad our really good friends Andy, Lexi and Everett are moving to Denver in a week. We are happy for them for the opportunity but sad to see them go. I guess some Colorado vacations will be in order in the future.

Love,
Alyssa, Brendan and Quinn

Jamaica on our balcony


one of my new favorite pictures of little man

A picture on the beach before dinner in Jamaica

Grandma Kathy reading to Quinn

Kathy took POTD (pictures of the day) for us

As you can see Quinn had an amazing time

Lucky Grandson

I can't believe he is three months already and half way to four!

Lovely cousin Rowan meeting Quinn for the first time

Great Grandma and Grandpa with Quinn

Florida pictures

Aunt Laura got all snuggles at the Pink Elephant in Boca

Bren said this is one of his favorite pics

Easter picture

Lucky little bunny

On his first boat ride, borrowing cousin Kara'spink life jacket

The response from the White house