Two Men and a Baby...While I was OUT...

I spent the last four days in Denver, Colorado for the national Discovery Toys convention. It was the first time that I was away from Clare for more than just a day, but I knew that she was in good hands.

My dad flew down to Florida to stay with Clare while Phil was at work. The "TWO MEN and a BABY" did very well, and here is a brief accounting of their weekend.Clare talked to Mommy on the phone whenever I had a small break during the conference. I missed seeing her face, but I could imagine her big grin as she grabbed for the bright buttons on the phone. She said, "Mama, Mama, Mama" as I sang to her. :)

She read LOTS of books. Grandpa even took her to Barnes and Noble to pick out a new book, and then he read to her several times a day.
She hung out with Daddy and begged for Mommy. That may be editorial licensing.

She slept VERY WELL. I called on Saturday morning, and my dad and Phil were proud to report that she slept until 9:15...for a total of 13 hours. Apparently, I need to learn a trick or two from them. :)
She had a GREAT time with Grandpa...despite the bout of teething on his shoulder.

She got to bend the rules a bit. :)

She went in the pool EVERY day.

Grandpa took her to the park EVERY day! He even reported that the ONLY time she cried was when he took her out of the swing.


For the real "While I Was Out," Phil painted our dining area, kitchen, and the hallway. I had NO IDEA what he was up to, but I was pleasantly surprised with the surprise.
He chose a great butter/banana yellow color, and it goes perfectly with the other bright colors in our house.
Once again, I was overwhelmed by the amazingness (I know that's not a word, but it fits my feeling) of my husband.

Thanks Dad and Phil for being such great daddies, grandpas, and MEN!