Below with Matteo and I are Cousin Sally Ann, Aunt Lois and my sister Colleen (smaller crowd then usual this year but all the better for a more intimate setting).
Uncle Frank - the Grill Master - took some time out to enjoy a moment or two with a barely dressed Chloe May. (Today was a scorcher, hence Chloe's dress came offf shortly after arriving).
One of Aunt Lois' two sons - Frank Jr. and his Blushing Finance - AKA birthday girl - Christina, spent the day with us.
And ever the generous one, Chloe May allowed Aunt Lois the privilage of holding her for - oh - all of 10 seconds before she wanted Mommy again :-) (Mommy really doesn't mind Chloe May).
As I mentioned - it was a hot one at Aunt Lois - but always prepared i travel with my beach unbrella and blanket, so I took them out and - instant shade and a nice place to sit. Aunt Lois too put out umbrellas, so even though hot you cannot beat the great company....
however was that a rain drop I feel? And sure enough just as soon as I packed my diaper bag to go inside - my foot wasn't inside for 10 seconds and the skies opened up!!! and I don't mean a heavy rain, I kid you not a DOWNPOUR!
And Daddy was enroute to go to my car to load it with our stuff when he got caught in this storm.... Why didn't you turn back Daddy I asked (to which responded that I told him to go to the car!?!? hmmm ...) and then I said well why didn't you stay there (to which he responded he dind't know how long it would last!
But as always I have come to expect a few things on Nieces Day: Sally Ann is usually sick of some sort, the rain will happen and our family WILL show up and bring our blanket :-)
Thanks to a very wonderful Aunt and Uncle for a wonderful day and making the day of two very special children of mine.
And all day I was missing my mom - just wanted to see her - and then I remembered why tonight. Because 2 years ago she waas there for me in only a way a mother can be. The same reason Chloe is here and another is not. And in speaking to Grandma this evening (as we talk often) - She, along with me, remembered. And as I laid next to Chloe May ever so briefly, I was sad inside for the person I will never meet - my mom remembered and that is only one of the reasons she is so great. I hope you get to meet her one day if you haven't already. Thank you Grandma for remembering a person that some forgot. I never did.
And then I looked at the ceramic outside small bunny that Aunt Lois gave Matteo that he had to sleep with (though I insisted rabbits are wild and go in a cage) and smile at the simple joys he still receives - I hope it never ends.
Busy week this week: Matteo starts storytime at the library, getting ready for Chloe May's birthday party (I'm making an ice cream cake!), pics of the new door, new railing and who knows what else - be sure to check back - ccan't believe it's only Sunday!
I've chatted your eyes off - thanks for listening! Goodnight.
As I mentioned - it was a hot one at Aunt Lois - but always prepared i travel with my beach unbrella and blanket, so I took them out and - instant shade and a nice place to sit. Aunt Lois too put out umbrellas, so even though hot you cannot beat the great company....
however was that a rain drop I feel? And sure enough just as soon as I packed my diaper bag to go inside - my foot wasn't inside for 10 seconds and the skies opened up!!! and I don't mean a heavy rain, I kid you not a DOWNPOUR!
And Daddy was enroute to go to my car to load it with our stuff when he got caught in this storm.... Why didn't you turn back Daddy I asked (to which responded that I told him to go to the car!?!? hmmm ...) and then I said well why didn't you stay there (to which he responded he dind't know how long it would last!
But as always I have come to expect a few things on Nieces Day: Sally Ann is usually sick of some sort, the rain will happen and our family WILL show up and bring our blanket :-)
Thanks to a very wonderful Aunt and Uncle for a wonderful day and making the day of two very special children of mine.
And all day I was missing my mom - just wanted to see her - and then I remembered why tonight. Because 2 years ago she waas there for me in only a way a mother can be. The same reason Chloe is here and another is not. And in speaking to Grandma this evening (as we talk often) - She, along with me, remembered. And as I laid next to Chloe May ever so briefly, I was sad inside for the person I will never meet - my mom remembered and that is only one of the reasons she is so great. I hope you get to meet her one day if you haven't already. Thank you Grandma for remembering a person that some forgot. I never did.
And then I looked at the ceramic outside small bunny that Aunt Lois gave Matteo that he had to sleep with (though I insisted rabbits are wild and go in a cage) and smile at the simple joys he still receives - I hope it never ends.
Busy week this week: Matteo starts storytime at the library, getting ready for Chloe May's birthday party (I'm making an ice cream cake!), pics of the new door, new railing and who knows what else - be sure to check back - ccan't believe it's only Sunday!
I've chatted your eyes off - thanks for listening! Goodnight.
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