Denver for Grandpa's 95th

We headed to Denver to celebrate Grandpa Mutty's 95th birthday and had an extremely busy, but wonderful vacation. We were also here for Hannah's 6th birthday and she was over the moon to celebrate with so many of her family members.  We started the day with birthday pastries from an Italian bakery and then met up with Aunt Sara, Uncle Ian and the girls at Lollipop Park.  What a cool place! Indoor rides included a beautiful hot air balloon themed Ferris wheel, a carousel, train ride, swing ride tea cups, bounce houses and more.  We then all headed to hibachi lunch where the kids ate themselves silly.  For Hannah's birthday dinner, we went to Casa Bonita with the Bolton, Francis and Rubin clans to watch the cliff divers and play in the arcade.  We finished the night with birthday cupcakes, and a quick visit from Softa and Zaydie right before bed.  What a great day!

Friday we headed to Fort Collins to spend the day with our friends the McAbees and the kids all played so nicely.  We went to a brewery and sat outside to enjoy the nearly 70 degree weather, and then played at their house and had dinner before driving back to Denver.

Saturday we headed to Parker to see the Laurains, and even though we only see each other once a year, everyone just really clicks.  We had a great morning at the park with a pizza lunch, and then packed up our crew for car naps on the ride back.

We then headed back for the big event, Grandpa Mutty's birthday.  It was a beautiful night at the JW Marriott with wonderful food and great company.  All of the cousins had a great time racing around the big private room, and making short speeches in Grandpa's honor.  He seemed very happy to have everyone there to celebrate together.

For our last full day, we are hanging out with the Rubins and having Dora for a sleepover.  Tomorrow it's back to freezing cold Michigan.  It has been a wonderful family vacation with two very happy girls!