What a Blessing

My Dad flew in from Spokane for Owen's blessing on August 2nd. I really ment a lot to me to have him come and be a part of the blessing. And spending time with him was awesome. He would just sit and snuggle Owen for hours. It was so nice to see such a tender side of my Dad.
Tim's parents also came down for the blessing. Grandma Barker just loved to snuggle. He was truly spoiled.

Just Checkin out my Grandpa

Fun at the pool

On a nice warm day we took the boys to the pool at Aunt Julia's and Uncle Ben's.

Isaac had a great time swimming with dad while mom relaxed with Owen in the shade

Isaac is getting much braver when it comes to the water. It is fun to see him learn and grow.

A day among Dinosaurs

After Owen was born and while Tim was still on leave we decided to take the boys to the Natural History Museum of L.A. Isaac has been begging to go to the museum after watching an episode of Calliou where they go to the museum. Of course the dinosaurs were the main attraction!!

Life couldn't get any better than touching a T-Rex tooth


He carried his own dinosaur around with him the entire time. (also like on Caillou)

They had this awesome show with a "real" T-rex. All the kids loved it but it was a little scary.

We actuallly came out of the elevator to go watch the show and the T-Rex was right there in the hall. It startled me and in turn I startled Isaac, so it was a little scary for him at first but he had a great time.

A Day at the Beach

Back in July while Tim was still on paternal leave we decided to take the kids to the beach.

Isaac had the best time playing in the water with his dad.
And building sand castles

While Owen's first beach experience was some awesome lounging

under the umbrella with mom

Hugs, what cats do best!

Come on, who doesn't like a good morning hug?

Owen C Barker