March 6th thru 16th

On Monday the 6th, Sally and Jackie came over for a play date.  Right as they were leaving Piper ran full force into the molding of Lily's bedroom door. A giant knot formed right away and I was definitely scared that she had a concussion.  Luckily she didn't show any signs of one, but I did nap and sleep with her that night.





I got this adorable picture from school



I attended a Hospitality training with a coworker and some industry friends.  The wonderful thing about going to training in Wine Country-the fabulous food! This particular event was at the new Culinary Institute of America in Napa.




The four of us went out to a casual dinner one night at Steele & Hops, they have a great kids menu and outdoor area with a fire pit.




Sierra watched the girls on several Saturdays because of Rollie's certification class.  They had some fun park dates.




We went over to our friend Nicole's parents house for a bonfire




We had a great family Sunday with a walk at a nearby trail and then lunch at a new brewery (that is now our new favorite) Crooked Goat.  They make a blood orange IPA that is just killer.








Lily got her 2nd ever haircut.  They took off about 4 inches!





We celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary.  An iconic restaurant in Healdsburg (Scopa) closed recently so we got one of their last reservations.  We celebrated with some delicious 2009 Williams Selyem and the rib eye for 2.  Kerry and Kristen watched the girls that night and got them these cute new hats for the summer.





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