4th of July Parade!

Yesterday was our annual 4th of July Parade, and it was the best time. Red, white and blue everywhere, banners, streamers, American flags waving in the wind- hot dogs and cupcakes, lemonade and sandwiches. My family comes up every year to soak up some of our small-town goodness, and this year was extra special because Amber Joy's family spent the day with us too. I love love love when Amber is home, and it always makes me a little sad even when we're having fun, because I really wish she still lived here! A girl can dream, right? But really, I can't get enough of days like today, and having a little one around makes times like this much more special. This was Henry's first parade, and surprisingly the loud noises only made him laugh. My family took turns holding him, and he eventually took a nap in my Mom's arms, right in the middle of the celebration. It was a great day.

Happy Easter!

 

Today was Henry's first Easter, and it must have been a good one, because is currently passed out in his crib, napping hard.  We started the morning with Hank's Dad, Step-Mom and brother, and enjoying a great breakfast at Coco's. Restaurants like that aren't normally my cup of tea, but it was pleasantly tasty. I got an egg white/tomato/basil scramble with a side of fruit from their Lit and Fit options, and I thought it was great! I was also happy to see that they had a "healthy" section of the menu, with meals less than 500 calories, high in fiber and low in fat and cholesterol. Awesome. Afterward we headed over to Hank's Mom's and had a super fabulous lunch. It was a great time, and because we don't celebrate actual "Easter," it's always a great excuse to get together with family. Next year will be even better because we'll be able to partake in an Easter egg hunt with Henry. We can't wait.

As for now, I'm recovering from the insane amount of lunch I ate, Hank's watching basketball, and Henry is napping away. I'm off to read more of Matched. I'm kind of obsessed!

didn't like his ears!

then I forgot all about my camera, but I did snap a photo pre-dinner. YUM!