New Mexico

Zoe and I got back at about 6:00 last night after an amazing 4 days away. We flew out at 6:00 Thursday morning and were in Albuquerque about 1:00 local time. Zoe did quite well on the flights. The first flight from Akron to Denver she slept 2 of the 3 hours! The second flight which was only an hour long wasn't quite as pleasant as she screamed for about 20 minutes, but we survived. It is amazing how helpful everyone is when she they see a mother alone with a baby. I took the stroller along and was a little worried about how that would all work, but everyone was so helpful and it went great. An older man even offered to tie my shoe in the plane, how cute is that:)
Once in ALQ. we met up with Amanda, my friends from NWC who was flying in from Seattle and Michelle a friend of Liz's. We got a car rented and drove the beautiful 3.5 hours drive to Red River, NM. Zoe slept the entire ride, she was loving the car seat:) Of course we were very warmly and excitedly welcomed by Liz to the condos where we stayed for the weekend. All the out of town guests stayed at the condos that the groom's parents manage, it was also the location for the preception(they had a party before the wedding instead of after).
Friday morning Amanda and I got up early and went for a very chilly walk with Zoe. it was only 25 degrees when we left, but warmed up to 60 by mid day. Red River is a beautiful tourist town in the mountains.
The weather was amazing and the scenes were gorgeous. We even got sun burnt because of the high elevation. Friday afternoon we just hang out and relaxed. Friday night we enjoyed the Mexican Sundance restaurant that Liz's works at, the food was delicious and a really good time with friends and Liz's family. Friday night all of Liz's friends got together to make 6 egg bakes for everyone the next morning, it was a great team effort and they made a good breakfast.
Saturday morning we all ate breakfast together and then began setting up for the preception and wedding. at 1:00 people started showing up and we enjoyed a great meal and a warm afternoon outside! Amanda and I were in charge of setting up the guest book table, the "keep warm and cozy table"(hot drinks and gloves) and also directing people in the right direction. We were at the park at about 5:00 and the wedding began around 6:30. It was an amazing outdoor wedding. A little chilling, and Zoe was a little loud, but a very meaningful and sincere ceremony. After the ceremony we all walked back to the lobby to share cake and ice cream. Liz looked incredible and Tim is one lucky man:) I wish them nothing but the best.



We had to leave by 4:00 am Sunday morning to make our flights, so it was an early morning, but so worth it. The flights back went well, Zoe again did great. She was awake for the entire 3 hors flight, which was exhausting to entertain and hold a very squirmy and strong 6 month old. Thank-goodness I had a very nice couple sitting next to me and they helped out a little:) Zoe and I both slept until 10:00 this morning, I think we were a little behind. Zoe did not sleep well any of the night we were gone, which meant I didn't sleep much, so this morning was much needed. There is a new album of the pics I took, Amanda has some really great pictures that I will hopefully be getting soon and adding as well.
This afternoon we have Zoe's 6 month appointment, I cannot believe she is this old already. She has quite the personality and is so entertaining. I will blog her stats later tonight.