Holly's first house!

Holly bought her first home and moved in just a few weeks ago. I have been so excited to see her new place and celebrate with her, so I wanted to plan a visit before she had to go back to school. Last Tuesday the boys and I packed up and headed to her new condo. It is beautiful -complete with newly refinished hardwood floors, a gorgeous cherry kitchen, tons of natural light streaming in from the windows, beautiful light fixtures, tiled bathroom, an open floor plan and lots of closet space. As if that weren't enough, she continues to have excellent taste and the furniture and decor is beautiful. I just love it.

I'm disappointed with myself that I didn't take too many pictures during our visit. I wish I would have captured more rooms of the house and also more of what we did together. The boys kept us on our toes. Oh well, check her blog, hopefully she will post more pictures of her new place soon. (hint, hint)

When we first arrived, the boys were happy to be out of the van. They took out their toys and played while Holly and I sneaked into the kitchen where she had me sample the treats she has been cooking up in her new kitchen. There were delicious Key-Lime bars, Chocolate-Chip-Coconut cookie bars, and Banana muffins with a crumble topping. Yum - this girl needs a bakery!

Holly in her living room with William and Henry

Notice the adorable striped chair and beautiful oriental rug.

Sally, Holly's sister and forever the gracious hostess, invited us to their house for a delicious pizza dinner. Sally and her husband Tim have two little boys, also. Nathan turned 3 in June and Blake turned 1 last month (he and Henry have the same birthday!). Henry and Nathan had so much fun playing together. They loved running laps around the backyard and were entertained by Holly doing dozens of cartwheels across the yard.

Nathan and Henry hiding under a basketWilliam and BlakeHenry and Nathan at the kids table for dinner

We went back to Holly's house to get the boys ready for bed.

Henry and William in Holly's tub

The next morning we walked on a trail next to Holly's condo to a park. It was an awesome park, with lots of playground equipment I've never seen before. (Again, I regret not taking more pictures-we had lots of fun here.) Henry's favorite thing to do was the climbing wall. He scaled it several times and made it look easy!

Then we picked up Panera and brought lunch to Holly's mom, Delcine, and brother, Billy, at her parent's house. Henry absolutely loves Holly's brothers and had so much fun playing with "Uncle Billy". There is never a dull moment with Holly and Delcine, and as usual we had lots of fun and laughs. I even left with a new, hand-made pair of earrings by Delcine which I love. See some of her hand-made jewelry here.

It was such a fun visit, although time always flies when we're together and there's never enough of it. I'm so thrilled for Holly and absolutely love her new home! Congrats Holly!