Back to the Beach!

In late May, Curi and the kids took another trip to the beach. This time we got to stay a week and mommy's friend, Leslie, came along, too.




We love the ocean!


No, I'll deal this one!


Building in the sand


Bailey looks all grown up


Playing in the pool on the deck


"Aunt" Leslie trying to help Edward with his bib!


Heavy load for a hike on the beach!


Bailey's new bandana dress from Rai-rai.

Cousins Beach Trip

In early May, after Curi's "retirement", we spent a long weekend in Panama City Beach, FL with our second cousins and their children. Five children ages 2 and under!
Bailey and Peter (He turned 2 in Dec)


Edward and Sarah (She turned 1 in May)


Shades picture!


Edward, Asher (He will be 1 on July 9th), and Sarah in the background

We love the swing set!

Edward's Grandma and Grandpa Ahrens and Mimi and Pop went in together to get him an indoor swing and slide for his birthday. The kids are having a blast!

Edward's Elmo 1st Birthday Party!

Bailey with the Birthday Boy


Mommy and Daddy with Edward - before cake!


Yummy Cake!


Lots of Family Birthdays - Aunt Jamie and Grandpa Ed both have birthdays the same week as Edward so they had a cupcake toast!

Wedding Festivities

Both the wedding and reception were held at the Salish Lodge and Spa, Snoqualmie, WA, just outside of Seattle. The lodge overlooks the falls and you can see it in the background. What a perfect spot for a wedding!


Snoqualmie Falls


The Ahrens with the Martins!


Curi and Ken with Mom and Dad Ahrens


Are we seeing double? No - it is Ken with long time friends, Michael and David, celebrating Dave's big day!

Visit to Seattle, WA

Our friends, David and Cathy, got married out in Seattle, WA. We were able to make a long weekend of the trip and took in some sights while we were there.


The Famous Space Needle


View from the top of the Needle


Ken, or is it Usher? HA! This is one of the many things to see in the EMP - Experience the Music Project in downtown. It is also adjacent to the Science Fiction Museum so we were able to see a lot.

Fun at the Park

Edward swinging

Bailey sliding

Edward's New Train

This is a Thomas the Train that Rai-Rai got Edward for his 1st Birthday. Bailey likes to give Edward a push!

Picture with Nani

Nani with her oldest grandchild and her two great-grands

Edward's Pre-1st Birthday Party

In honor of Edward's 1st Birthday, we had a family party for him in Albany so that the extended family could celebrate with us. Edward loved it!

Edward practicing with his cake!


Bailey with Mommy's Cousin Parks


Edward and Uncle Pace

Happy Anniversary!

These are the flowers that Ken surprised Curi with in honor of their anniversary. Great job, Daddy!

Bus Drivers Wanted!

Bailey and Edward driving the bus at Josh's 3rd Birthday!

Welcome Colin Bradley Maxwell!

This is Curi with Rebecca and Shawn's son, Colin, born February 23, 2006. Baby Colin is a little brother to Chapman, who is Bailey's age.

Post Party Outfit

Bailey is still donning her jewels from the previous day's party and excitement. She loves the matching tiara and earring set, especially with her pj's. :)

Winding down...

As everyone was leaving, we were able to grab a shot of Mom and Dad with the Birthday Girl. Unfortuantely Edward napped through most of the party, although...


...he did wake up in time to guard Bailey's presents with his balloon sword!

Matching Tiaras!

Mommy and Marijane

Cake Time!

Disney Pricess Cake


Make a wish!

Face painting

Cinderella had a few magic tricks and some face painting up her sleeve...

Pictures with Cinderella (AKA Aunt Elizabeth)

Daddy, Bailey & Cinderella before Bailey's 2nd Birthday Cinderella Celebration


Mommy and Cinderella


Our two princesses stopping mid-party for the photo op!


Edward and Cinderella after all of our guests had left

Just Bailey's Size...

Bailey received a new Cinderella table and two chairs from Aunt Elizabeth and Uncle Craig in honor of her birthday. She was able to break it in before her big party!

Bailey's 2nd Birthday!

Bailey's celebration lasted ALL DAY complete with her very own Bailey's Birthday Hat!


Bailey and her cupcake!


Edward enjoying the festivities... Anytime is cupcake time!


CDs from Aunt Jamie and Uncle Pace - YAY! More music for the car!


Look at my new princess shoes! I can be Sleeping Beauty, too!