Just a little more

 After a couple of hours at the beach we needed a break.  We found a park a dolphins in the water.  Olivia found a dead shrimp near the Pier. 

 Olivia played, and the rest of us got burned in the sun.  We had a good day.

Vacation update

 Monday we visited the USS Lexington.  It did not look so big up close but man it was huge inside.

 The stairs were very steep, you defiantly got a work out in with this tour.

At the end we locked up Olivia and left her in jail...lol  (more to follow)

Boston

three weeks ago we flew back to Boston for Jon's Mothers funeral.

A said time for us but a memorial trip for the cousins.

We went to the aquarium one day and then to the beach the next.

Olivia and Billie love hanging out.

St. Patricks Day

Colorado Springs has a big parade every year. 

AMR had the honor guard and an ambulance in the parade this year. 

Olivia and I were able to drive the ambulance and to be in it. 

Best part of it is I got paid to do it too.

This is Jon and Casey during the parade.

They all marched great and I did not run over any of them!

5k run/walk

Last Tuesday, mum and I went to Jack Quinn's run.  We walked half and ran half of the 3.2 mile run.  Mum did a great job.  Yes that little dog is really 16 pound miniature poodle that just got a shaving.  and Yes he looks like a rat!

Last hike

 I not know why but every time mum comes out I get sick at the end.  I called in sick on Sunday due to a fever and feeling awful.  Monday morning was iffy but it was mum's last day.  Two cups of coffee and we were up and out.  He headed for a hike close to home.  St. Mary Falls.  4 mile round trip, was a gradual climb to 9000ft.  We had a beautiful day, wonderful bright blue sky, and time together.

 My mum is amazing on how she keeps up with the altitude.  She is a trooper!

 Even through the icy parts she was amusing and  but kept going with no hesitation.

Thanks mum for coming out.  I really Love your visits and wish they were longer.  Next time bring Grandpa!
(per Olivia's request) See you both in two weeks

Play time

 We have had beautiful weather for March while mum has been out.  Olivia and her bounced on the trampoline for a while yesterday.

 Olivia trying to crack Nanna...

Nanna trying to crack Olivia.  They had a great time.

2nd Grade pictures

Kids having fun

 We jumped until we were tired, which was not long! 

Skiing

 It has been over 12 years since my mom has been skiing.  Yesterday was a partly sunny day with a high of 8 degrees and 30 mile an hour winds.  So it felt like -5 degrees.  What a wonderful day to get back on skis!

 Mom did great and Olivia loved skiing with her.  It was a great day.

No injures to report, besides sore bones, and lots of laughs.

 Olivia even did the jumps this time (with no toe clip)!  Yea

 There last run together.  Mom did great and Olivia has learned so much this year on skiing. 

What a great family day.

Back to Boston

Jon's Mother Passed away last week.  We headed back to Boston for the funeral and to see family.

 One day while we were back there we went to the Boston Aquarium for a fun kids day.  Olivia's cousin Billie joined us for a fun day.

 So many cool fish to see, sharks, sting ray, and penguins were very entertaining.  We even saw a seal show.

 Saturday was the Funeral.  Jon with his sibling (2 sisters could not make it).  It was a beautiful peaceful time for the family.

Rest in Peace Nancy Wilson. 1930-2012