Grandma & Grandpa Ayres come to town

My parents came to visit in mid-May. My mom hadn’t seen Oliver since he was a few weeks old and my dad had never met him. We spent the afternoon showing them around the neighborhood and then walked to Café Latte for dinner. Oliver and my mom spent much of the evening making each other laugh.

 The next day we went to the Como Conservatory & Zoo and enjoyed the plants, animals, and wonderful weather and great company. In the evening we watched Mystery Science Theater 3000 (which I had never seen before) and had some laughs!

My parents enjoy mall walking and were excited to check out the Mall of America so we went there the following day. In the evening we went to Punch Pizza and then had frozen yogurt. Grandma and Grandpa seemed to have a good time with Oli.

at Mall of America

frozen yogurt!

After visiting Shell and family in Madison, my parents came back for an evening before flying out of MSP. Chris made pizza and we just sat around and talked. It was so great to spend time with my parents. Thanks for visiting mom & dad! I miss you guys! Please come back soon.

Grandpa Mike & Oli

Also, I cut my hair in mid-May. After almost a lifetime of long hair, I chopped off 10" to donate. I'm still adjusting, but so far I like it.

possibly my favorite photo of Oli and I

*Thanks to my dad for most of the photos of their trip.