Blustery March Afternoon

We almost blew away at the Botanic Gardens this afternoon. The boys didn't seem to mind, however, and had fun running around getting dirty. I was happy that the place was nearly empty today because it made keeping track of them easier! These boys are constantly in motion. There are a lot of reasons why I think becoming a mom at age 25 would have really been difficult but, I'm not going to lie, having the energy of a 20-something mom would be handy!

They loved the dramatic play area...

The wind blew over this wooden bench & Davis really wanted to fix it.

Digging in the dirt--fun!

Walking on the wobbly bridge

Checking out the view from the birds' nest.

Mordecai Children's Garden

This morning the boys & I took a fun trip to the new Children's Garden at the Denver Botanic Gardens. We met our playgroup friends there and all seven kiddos had a blast! Other than the fact that we accidentally scheduled our play date on a "free day" (it was a little crowded), today was the perfect day to explore in the dirt and cool off in the waterfall. Carter loved getting his own miniature magnifying glass to use in the "Bird's Nest" area, but the water was definitely his favorite. Davis was content to just sit in the shade & take it all in. There was a lot to see and do and we can't wait to go again!

Digging for fossils

Made it to the top!

Just one more time, Mom?

Playing in the water with Caryssa and Savannah

Looking for birds and other creatures.

Time to go the the waterfall!

Discovery station #1 with Caryssa.

"Mommy, what does wood do?"

Botanic Gardens picnic

Today was so beautiful that the boys & I headed to the Botanic Gardens for a picnic. We had so much fun wandering around after lunch that the boys are taking an extra-long nap this afternoon to recover! Works for me!

Carter munching on blueberries and Davis munching on whatever he can get his hands on!

This is the aftermath of the blueberry incident at the end of the video (below). Carter was not too happy about it, but ate them anyway.

One of many Moore sculptures featured at the Gardens right now.

Carter enjoying the serene waters (yeah, right!).

Patiently posing for Mom.

These boys are so funny together!

Davis was not too impressed.

Grandma Pat & Grandpa Dan

Sean's parents were in town this past week and we were able to do lots of fun things while they were here. We all went to the Botanic Gardens on Friday. It was a perfect Spring day and not too crowded.

the Beilman bunch

Sean & Carter in the "Rainforest"

Trying to get Carter to smile


Taking in the new sculpture exhibit


Grandma Pat & I took the boys to the mall and lunch on Thursday. We had fun watching Carter run around & play on the breakfast food at Cherry Creek. I'm so glad she decided to fly in early so we could have some girl time! It gave us a chance to catch up...in between chasing after Carter. That afternoon, Grandma watched Davis while I took Carter back to the Pediatrician. It is SO much nicer to just manage one boy at a time! Thanks, Mom B! We were happy to hear that Carter's latest ear infection is almost completely gone. One ear is still not 100%, but they were hopeful that his body would be able to clear the rest of the infection on it's own. I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

Grandpa Dan with Davis

Grandma & Grandpa with the boys

Saturday evening, we all went out to dinner before I had to leave for work. Other than a mini-meltdown from Carter, it was great!

On Sunday, Sean and his parents took the boys to the Denver Auto Show while I slept. Sounds like they had a good time & Carter came home with his new favorite thing...a miniature VW Beetle! I don't think he's taken his eyes off of it since he got it!

Thanks for everything, Mom & Dad! We had a great visit and are looking forward to seeing ALL of the Beilmans at the family reunion in June.

Botanic Gardens

Sean had Friday off, so the three of us headed to Denver's Botanic Gardens for a family outing. Sean had been there a few weeks ago & got us a membership. After 11 years in Denver, I finally made my first visit to the Gardens and was pretty impressed! What a cool place to visit! They are undergoing a huge renovation, so we had to fight the construction, but other than that we had a great time. AND, we can take six guests each time we visit so next time you're in town, we can take you, too!

Sean & Carter hanging out by one of the many fountains.
Lily pond

Another fountain with one of the Dinos (a temporary exhibit at the Gardens).

At the entrance to the Japanese Garden

Carter & Mommy at another fountain.

Carter chasing a turtle (aka Turtie)

Daddy & Carter by yet another fountain.

Check out that big dino behind us!

Family picture in the Japanese Gardens.

This place is cool, Dad!