Part I

We feel so lucky to have been able to spend an entire month with mama and papa Konkel. I only wish it could have lasted longer. I could go on and on here, but I am sure you can imagine how much love was spread during this time. It is one of my life's greatest pleasures seeing my son with his grandparents. I have so much to be thankful for, this trip was outstanding.

We started in our little Arlesheim and around Basel, giving everyone time to recover from their jet lag and the get the "lay of the land" as it were. I loved showing my parents around all the places that I visit regularly. We love it here and I think they do, too.

 It was incredible to have some extra help with Davy. I hope my mom isn't too worn out by all the cleaning and dog walking she accomplished. My dad was the king of the stroller and receiving hugs and kisses from D. They shared many an afternoon looking through the bird book together (a sight that I will miss in my living room). I miss the mornings most, Davy is an early riser and it was lovely having someone to share coffee with, to talk about what the day will bring and to watch the sun come up.

The King pushing the Prince

 Bird book 101

 

We spent our first "trip" a bit south east in Brienz. The lakes and mountains are unreal. We stayed in a traditional chalet with a view to die for. We didn't have a bed for Davy so he ended up sleeping in an old basket.

Morning in the Alps

Sleepy hiker

It was quite steep right here, it made me a wee nervous....please note that D is OUT

 

I was way too excited about feeding the Ibex

A beautiful afternoon

 

 

These two are rock stars

These two are alright too...

Picnic

An afternoon in France

I love these people so much

 

 

Some ice cream in Germany

I love September. The weather is glorious and there is something cozy and reassuring about heading into fall. Davy is officially walking! I just love watching his little bowlegged totter. He is very observant and is constantly surprising me with what he understands. He loves plopping down on pillows and letting me kiss his tummy. I could just eat him up. We have also fallen in love with the sandbox and the swing. It is so fun to see him enjoy himself so much. We are so lucky that he is ours.

Other things:
Eating: Butternut squash
Listening: "The Way of Kings" by Brandon Sanderson
Reading: "The Pioneers" by David McCullough
Watching: Hahahaha, like we have time to watch stuff
Loving: Warm cheeks after nap time

 

When daddy is there to help, mom plays too

He loved it

Fall is coming

Self pick garden of my dreams

All day long

Just sitting in his drawer talking away to himself

 

Coming to get mama!

He likes to crawl on our laps now after he picks out a book :)

Sick babes are the worst, but he is feeling much better now

Now, only a few more days until my mama and papa arrive!