Somewhere Over the Rainbow...

Cute Close Ups

This is a close up of our nieces - Lydia (on the left) and Teagan (on the right)


Again, Lydia on the left and Teagan on the right modeling their Hawaiian outfits that Grandma and Grandpa picked up in Maui

Garden of the Gods

While in Colorado, we visited a park known as Garden of the Gods. It is made up of many natural rock formations that are estimated to be about 300 years old. The weather was a little cool for a late June afternoon, but we all had a great time on the family outing.

This one is called Kissing Camels

Bailey w/Uncle Mike and Aunt Brooke

The Atlanta Ahrens

The Ahrens extended family

Falling Rocks - ok, so they aren't really falling, but it makes a great picture!

Full Car!

This was us leaving the airport after landing in Colorado... Aunt Elizabeth picked up the baby supplies before she got us, so adding our luggage and three people, it was packed!

First Trip to the Zoo

While at the beach, we were able to enjoy a visit to ZooWorld.
The kids with Rai-rai


Edward and Mommy feeding the giraffe


Silly goats!


These are the 4 different colorings of Bengal tigers at the Zoo's Tiger Show.


Standing Tigers


If you thought Edward was big for a 15 month old, check out this white tiger who is Edward's age, but she is a mere 350 pounds. :)

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!