Archive for May, 2010
Mother’s Day 2010
Mother of Two
Happy Mother’s Day! Today was Miranda’s first Mother’s Day and my first as a mother of two. We learned our lesson from the last three years and went to Sayen Gardens for our annual photo shoot on Saturday. The azalea festival on Mother’s Day is nice, but it was wonderful to have the gardens to ourselves this year! Sadly, with all the wacky hot weather this spring, the azaleas had already bloomed and gone by by the time we got there. Nonetheless, we had a good time exploring and spending quality time as a family.
On Sunday, Chris made delicious waffles and Natalie was excited to give me her “project” that she made at Melissa’s: a glittery gold handprint and homemade card. We had a relaxing day, half lounging around and half working in the garden. It was brisk at 55 degrees and windy—Natalie was a little scared of the wind, even asking if our house would blow down. We assured her it wouldn’t!
That’s not a dandelion, silly!
Miranda’s First Mother’s Day
Dining al Fresco
This year, we’ve decided to eat outside whenever the weather is nice enough. It’s so peaceful to be in the fresh air and enjoy the yard and garden. As a bonus, the floor in our dining room has never been cleaner!
Dining al Fresco
Lounging with Daddy
Smiley sisters!
Yet Another Trip to Howell Farm
I think Howell Living Farm has moved up the ranks to become our favorite farm to visit. Chris says that being at Howell Farm makes him feel like “all is right with the world” and I couldn’t agree more. Last Saturday, we had the pleasure of taking Josie, Mark, and Tam to the farm. We all enjoyed the beautiful weather and serene landscapes, and Natalie and Josie had a blast together!
Showing off Chris and Mark Natalie and Josie made corn cob sheep!
Lambs Much bigger than the last time we saw them!
Reeeeeach!!! Josie petting a freshly shorn lamb.
Sheep shearing No electric shears at Howell Living History Farm!
Good arm
Happy The thrill of throwing rocks into the stream apparently never gets old.
Josie-jo
Testing the waters
Oopsies! Miranda did NOT like having her feet dipped in cold water, despite the fact that it was 90 degrees and she was literally dripping with sweat.
Flying high
Goose Eggs
Balancing girls
Jump!
Jumping Josie
Oy, it’s so hot!