tagged together in 46 photos max + mom My mom kept crying because my dad's cancer was continuing to progress and we all knew this would probably be the last time we'd all be together. Family pool day! ...and they sent me cute pics. My brother and his family were down in Florida visiting my parents... Great to watch my parents be grandparents on Christmas. While my parents hung out with Max... Mom hanging out with Max. Mom & Max playing in the sand. ...the Sandia Peak Tramway... Later that evening, we got dressed up and headed to the wedding! ...to get some energy out before the wedding. On Saturday we took Max to the park... Played his favorite game: GARBAGE PAIL KIDS! The next morning, I surprised Max who was playing with my mom. Took Max and the dogs out for a long walk around the neighborhood. Lunch! ...tear through all his presents! Max had just turned 3.. Pop Pop helping Max put a bracelet on. Made to my brother's house just in time for lasagna. Yes! Cutest birthday monkey! My mom was so excited to watch Max open birthday gifts. Wait, why he laughing? Max is super into touching and holding where the action is. My brother tried to raise it out of his reach, but he wasn't deterred. Kristy's Diner for dinner. Battjers! Came back for a videochat with PopPop and MiMi in Florida Walking around. Showing off. First (partial) people-food Thanksgiving! Got some pool time in before dinner. Give it back! Sun's too bright! Haha. I see you, Max! ...and surprised this guy! Bealls & Battjers! ...Brett, Amy & Max got an early start on their drive back to DC. Chin-tickles from grandma. Haha. So good. On Friday morning I packed my bags and said farewell to the exuberant grandparents. Your kid has a kid! ...like this excellent three-piece deluxe set of screen-cleaners! SCORE! Brett and Amy's apartment was full with all sorts of new baby gear, so they'd asked for no presents, but my mom still insisted on getting Brett "a little something"... It was fun getting to see my parents be grandparents for the first time. Mom & Max. 
