Nanny and Grandpa Come for a Visit

A little bit of a delayed update, but last weekend, after almost a week since Magnus was born, Nanny Raz finally got her hands on him.  Knowing that we were not yet taking in overnight guests, Nan and Grandpa were able to stay with Laurie Farrell, an old high school chum of Nan’s, in Burlington.  This allowed for 3 visits with us while they spent 2 nights with Laurie.

The visit was greatly welcomed by all.  After their first day, as we were chowing down on Nan’s Chicken Stew, Karen remarked on how nice it was that we didn’t have to do anything for dinner (don't worry, I have been handling most of the meals - I know my place).  When they weren’t covering for me when I went to work on the Friday, putting together Karen’s new lamp for the nursery, or taking Magnus on his first ride in his stroller (thanks again to the Raz, McGuire, and Cade clans for such a great stroller), they were letting Magnus get some warm and snuggly naps in their laps. 

 

Getting ready for his 1st stroller ride!

 

 Cozy nap with Grandpa Raz.

 

Nanny Raz keeping a watchful eye.

Luckily for us, the gifts of their visit live on, much like a birthday that is extended by unexpected gifts from godparents ½ way across the country.  Although the chicken stew, cream of broccoli soup, and banana bread disappeared quickly (c’mon, I’m 6’3” / 220lbs and Karen is trying to supply a marathon cluster feeder!), we’ve put some of the spaghetti sauce in the freezer with, what I am calling, as succinctly as possible, the “Extra Container of Mystery Stew That Might Go Over Rice”.

And for those interested, the food was great.  No signs of pineapples or walnuts.