Happy 2016!

I didn't post around Christmas but unsurprisingly the world didn't stop...I've been a bit tired and preoccupied. 

But, that's no reason to start of 2016 on the wrong foot...especially the two small feet that walked 4 miles across DC on Saturday. Can you believe this kid? And he didn't complain or slow down until the last few blocks...

We had fun exploring 2 Smithsonians in some amazing January weather. 

We had a blast. I can't wait to take him to the others and see the monuments up close! Until next time DC...

Playgrounds and Carousels, or San Francisco with Toddlers

I like to think we take A a lot of places and expose him to new things. But if I'm being honest, he sticks to a nap schedule and we always work in stuff that he enjoys no matter the location.  Our recent trip to San Fran was a clear example of this. But guess what? We had a great trip, spent time with family and had some awesome experiences. 

How did we do it? Well, every day included a playground. Yep. We saw the playgrounds of SF and loved it. 

Duboce Park, just a few blocks from our house

Giant cardboard/concrete slide at Golden Gate Park

Riding the carousel (Koret playground here but Pier 39 not pictured and also enjoyed of course).

Alta Plaza for a picnic with friends

By keeping him happy we got to do some awesome stuff too like see the sea lions

And ride the cable cars

And go to the Japanese Tea Garden

And of course celebrate Cousin Bryan's wedding 

So for all you parents out there...stop and enjoy the playgrounds. We did and had a great time.