Visiting the Johnson's

Leo and I went on another adventure last Tuesday and Wednesday to visit my longtime friend, Mandie and her boyfriend Chris. They live in Elgin, IL, so it was actually the farthest west I have every driven. We had such a wonderful time catching up- I really miss living close to her. We used to go on almost daily rollerblading workouts or walks, so it was nice to go on a long walk around her neighborhood. The weather was in the mid 50's, sunny, and gorgeous-very lucky.

Tuesday night Chris took us all out for sushi- delicious! It was the first time I got a bit adventurous with my sushi and tried something a little more daring than a California or Salmon roll. While we were at dinner Chris started clapping for Leo. Max and I have been trying to get Leo to clap for the past two months...Uncle Chris does it, and on the first try Leo starts to clap! It was so cute!! Every time one of us would say, "Yay!" or start to clap, Leo would clap his little hands together.

Leo's nose turns really orange in the winter just like Max's did. I think it is just dry, but even lotion/moisturizer/Aquaphor doesn't work.

Chris and Mandie made us some amazing Belgian waffles. They had a neat mini waffle maker & the waffles were very tasty. Mandie even made homemade whip cream, and had fresh strawberries and blueberries for toppings. Best breakfast foods!

Aunt Mandie was able to sit next to Leo...she still hasn't changed a diaper! lol That might be the one thing she never does.... haha. 

This is the view from their kitchen--it was very pretty and peaceful. They see lots of deer and coyotes each morning and evening. Beautiful home and neighborhood--we had such a nice time. Wish we could have stayed longer!