Between Day 5's b-day party for Sarah and Day 6's graduation party for Becca, we had to squeeze in a bath (especially to scrub off the sweet summer combination of sweat and watermelon that seemed to be collecting in his neck crease.)
And the "do" says it all!
Day 4 at the Heritage Fest. Despite the threatening weather, it turned out to be a beautiful day! I felt very lucky to be present for Luca's first pony ride (and yes, I was giving him pointers in this pic!)
As you can see, he is a boy after his mom's heart! And by the looks of it behind him, Levi and Albert are enjoying it just the same!
Cowboy Bert taking his job very seriously!
Boy oh boy! The music talent that runs in this family! The older boy cousins (pictured~Cade, not pictured~Levi, John, Matt) all took turns participating on stage in Mr. Nicky's show.
This boy has guts! A mini-version of Great America's "Giant Drop", Levi (middle) braved the screams and stomach drops for one of the greatest rides of his life (thus far...). Doesn't he look thrilled (really. no sarcasm. he was completely thrilled!)
For lunch at the All Aboard Diner! Day 3 brought with it lunch with Levi, Albert, Nonnie and Papa. Luca and Levi anxiously await the arrival of their lunch on the train that travels around the dining counter carrying your food. Quite the sight for train enthusiasts (and their moms and nonnies!)
Day 2 of Bala Days was spent at the DuPage Children's Museum. Luca had the time of his life (along with his other cousins...and his mom!)! Him and Kaileigh had a blast at the biggest water table you've ever seen...but towards the end of his time here you would've thought they needed to refill the water due to the amount that was OUTSIDE of the table.
Who doesn't enjoy experimenting with blacklights?
Finally, a room that he can bang on everything in sight...and it's ok because it's making beautiful sounds!!!
Luca and Sarah making designs on a plexiglass window. (She's going to make a great babysitter one day!)
Taking a moment to stand alone to contemplate the art and texture exhibit.
With great enthusiasm, we welcomed the Bala family (part 2) back to Chicago! Day 1 of their arrival was spent picnicing at the Lindflott's. When the sprinkler was busted out, there was nothing standing in Luca's way of the fun, not even forgetting our bathing suits! And isn't Kaileigh a great cousin for withstanding the freezing hose temps to give Luca a hand?!
Levi Bala...Slip-and-Slider Extrordinaire
Contemplating another go at slip-and slide perfection!
Such a good little helper! Luca was so gentle with Joseph, 3 weeks old (aside from giving him one of his famous nose honks). He shared his paci with him, helped give him a bottle, tried teaching Joey all of his body parts, even tried sharing his snacks!
With many hugs and kisses to seal the deal, these boys will be friends forever!
