Trip to Colorado - Part 2

Whew, took a bit of a break between parts 1 and 2. We're back though so here we go! Jes and I had been sensing that Max had something on his mind as we made our way west. The pictures taken seem to bear that out, what was on Max's mind?

Our first stop was the Eagle County Library where we stopped in to see Grandma Jaci. Our first clue about Max's preoccupation is seen here. Clearly there are facts in all those books that he needs to know. 

Max took a break from pondering to make some new friends with the librarians there. Here he is right in the middle of telling a joke. 

After a bit of settling in, some friends of the family came by. Stu had to check out the little dude but he was feeling shy. 

Kathy had a bit better luck with him but it isn't easy holding a baby who's constantly flexing his muscles. 

The next dawned with some classically great Colorado weather. We seized the opportunity and took a walk down the Roaring Fork. Jaci and Bob did a bit of strollering. 

Bob tried to impress Max but again, had a rough go of it. Tough crowd. 

Crossing the Colorado.

Max finally seemed to be easing into things but clearly had something on his mind. 

Finally, at the end of our stay with the Spuhlers, Max seemed to open up to Uncle Rob. We don't know what was said but Max was in high spirits for the next legs of our trip. 

Cheers!

Trip to Colorado - Part 1

Over Memorial Day weekend and the following week, Max, Jes, and myself made the trip down to Colorado. It's was the first time we traveled with our little dude so we weren't sure what to expect. It turns out that Max for the most part sees to really enjoy travel, see below for evidence...

... Max doesn't seem to mind the hustle and bustle of airplane seating. 

Pretty much anywhere is comfortable.

Yep, pretty much anywhere. 

Upon arrival to Denver, our first stop was my sister's. Her whole family (Aiden, Jack, and Seamus) was excited to see little dude.

The theme of the week is emerging even at this early stage and that theme is 'staring at baby-dude.' To be fair, it's a very enjoyable pastime. 

We then made the short drive to Colorado Springs to visit with the Popiel's. Again, the theme reasserts itself. 

First time meeting Grandma Popiel, or Gammers as little Max likes to call her. 

And here Grandpa Popiel, or Gaffer as little Max like to call him, gets some quality time with Max. 

Max, never one to slack off on physical fitness, took a trip to a family friend's house to practice exercising. His arm continues to foil his attempts at rolling over. 

Before we knew it, 2 days had passed and we were on to the next stop, the Spuhlers!

The road was our home now... more to come!

Cheers,