Seattle

Last week Kendall, Grandma Gorman, and I jetted off to sunny Seattle. Yes SUNNY. It was sunny and in the 70's all week, as it rained cats and dogs here in the 'Heights. Nate stayed behind and redid our balcony - now you can walk on it without getting a nail through your foot!

Kendall did great on the flight out. No screaming. Slept like a champ. Other passangers even comment on what a great job she did with the flight. They were probably just really happy they did not have a screaming baby on the 4 hour red-eye flight. All part of my plan.

We had a lovely time visiting the family. Kendall was introduced around, and met her Seattle cousins - Madeleine, Margo, Cameron, & Evan. At first she was a little leary, but she warmed up and was all about playing with everyone.

Kendall really enjoyed herself, and played a lot. There were a lot of new toys to chew on or to look at, and the girls definitely kept her entertained. We aren't all that active around here, and having active, fun cousins kept Kendall constantly entertained. By the end of each day she was exahusted, but always happy

Madeleine even got up and read to Kendall - which she definitely enjoyed, even as she tried to eat the book.

We even spent some time enjoying the beautiful weather in the yard. Kendall checked out grass for the first time, she spent a lot of time checking it out.

And of course, we saw the mountain. With such beautiful weather Mt Rainier was out in full force most of our trip. On some future trip we may take Kendall up the mountain to check it out. You don't see this kind of landscape when you look out the window at home. I took this picture up the street from the Wallace house. AWESOME!

Although Kendall enjoyed playing with everyone, she wasn't too fond of being picked up by anyone but mommy. The rest of the time she was constantly on the move. It's the age. But, David was able to get her to sit with her for a time - he was the only one.

And of course, what is a trip to Seattle without Starbucks? Thanks Kathy for introducing Kendall to her new addiction to Starbucks cups. All those toys, and a cup is the coolest thing. Sheesh.

As much fun as we had, there is no place like home. Kendall was so happy to see her daddy again when we got home. A big smile for him at the airport, and a big cuddle the next day after she had rested up.

All in all a great trip. We hope to get back out there again soon!