happy mothers' day

to all the mothers i know, but most especially to my mom, who is one of the most selfless, giving people i know. thanks for everything mom. and a big shout out to nana and grandma, who i consider to be the glue in the family. or the pillars, or lattice, or sun in the solar system. something like that. adhesive and supportive, basically. you are all amazing women and i love you.

so we had a fabulous trip to california. the airplane travel wasn't as painful as i expected, but it had its moments. i got to see a couple old friends, who are so important to me but who i hardly ever get to see. and it was great to see all my wonderful family, family friends, and neighbors. aidan had a blast and ivy was all smiles. being around good people always makes you smile.

here are some pictures from the trip.

in great grandma's garden

another pretty flower

a destroyer of flowers

artist's apprentice--my dad, that is

this is how it's done.

riding horsies with grandma

that's an adult helmet.

the dog could hardly resist a bubble bath

evening cat nap in the sun

baa baa black sheep... is he giving the musician a tip?