SA Part 2

Friday, I was able to take the day off and hang out with Meme and Megan. Poppy had to work all day :(

That day for lunch, we were able to meet Big Unk (Taylor) and Paduka for lunch at Longhorn Cafe. They have the best burgers in the world. Right after we had placed our order, my BF from forever (we've know each other since we were 18 months old) called and was able to join us. Lunch was GREAT.
Friday afternoon, we were able to get in a quick swim before nap time. When there isn't an adult in the pool with her, she has to wear her floaties. I don't think she minds ;). Of course, she's only allowed to swim when there is an adult outside. She's very good around the pool...she knows that she's not allowed on the pebbled pool decking unless she has an adult with her. So far, we haven't have any issues with her not following the rules. She makes me so proud.

Friday night, we had a FRY FEST. It was amazing and horrible all at the same time. We had fried onion rings, fried chicken tender, fried shrimp and a salad (the only non-fried option on the menu that night). My BF and her family came over for dinner, along with Grace & Paduka. We had a great night.

The highlight of the evening was Meg dancing. I brought out the iPod radio and played her "dance" music so she could perform for all of us. I've never seem a group of adults so captivated by a 3-year dancing queen. Meg's style is a combination of hip-hop/contemporary. The video quality isn't great because it was so dark, but you get the idea.

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Pretty Princesses

Last week, Meg and I drove down to SA to see my family. Since we had so much fun, I'll post in parts...so, without any more delays, here is Part 1.

Meg and I got into San Antonio late on Wednesday night, so it was a very uneventful night. Thursday, I had to work, so Meg got to play with Poppy and Meme for most of the day. I think she had a great time. She got to swim, play outside, swing, and play office in my parent's study while poppy was reading a deposition.

Thursday night, we headed to El Jarro and met Taylor & Ruthie. Meg loves going to El Jarro because she gets to see her "my Paula". And of course, the trip to El Jarro wouldn't be complete without a trip to Party City right next door. She always comes back with horrible crap, but she loves going with "my Paula", so I don't complain too much.

This trip to Party City was very special because she bought mini tiaras and we all had to wear them at the table. Of course, none of us objected.

Taylor & Ruthie

Meme & Poppy
Megan, Mommy, Meme
Ruthie & Allison

I will post more about our trip to SA tomorrow.

I love it :)

A few days ago, I introduced you to this. And, let me tell you I'm even more in love today than I was when I made the introduction!!! Look at this picture. I still have to learn the tricks of the camera, but I think for the first experience, it was perfect.

WOW!!!

Happy 4th!!! better late than never

This year, we had a fun filled Fourth.

To kick it off, Meg and I went to a parade in Arlington with some of our new friends (Jessica & Haley). Meg and Haley had a blast at the parade. It was a little hot this year, but it's Texas - why did I expect something different ;) When we first got to our "spot", it was in the shade...but by about 10:00 we were no longer in the shade. It was still worth it. Meg really loves the parade.

***Megan at the parade***

After the parade, we came home to take naps. We didn't want to be "grumpy" for the firework show that night at Big League Dreams in Mansfield. This was the first year for Mansfield's firework display at Big League Dreams. It was awesome - 30 minutes of wonderful fireworks. It was like a finale the entire time through. We went with our new friends Michael, Jessica and Haley. The girls had a blast and so did the adults. We'll definitely be going back next year!

***Meg and Daddy on the shuttle to the fireworks show***

***Meg watching the show***

***beautiful fireworks***

I hope everyone had a WONDERFUL 4th this year!

Let me introduce you to...

...my favorite new toy!

I wasn't really in the market for a new digital camera. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't out looking for something new. But, as I was flipping through a scrapbooking magazine, I saw an ad for this camera. IT'S WATERPROOF!!! And, that was all it took. I just had to have it. I couldn't stop thinking about it, I dreamed about it. I read about it. I went to three stores to touch and feel it. Finally, I gave in.

I haven't used it in water yet, but will soon!

Oh how I love my child...

Megan was invited to a b-day party last Saturday and a city park that also has a small water area for the kids to play in. The park is great. I had completely forgotten about it and was glad for the reminder that it's there.

Well, as Meg was running around and playing with her friends, I noticed her doing the universal sign for "I have to pee." (If you're a mom, you know what I'm talking about). So, I asked her "Do you need to go to the bathroom?". Her swift reply was "Nope". And, just like that she had run off to return to playing. Not five minutes later, as I'm talking with a mother I've only just met, I look up to see my sweet, sweet daughter standing with her feet shoulder width apart and slightly bent (I'm sure you know where I'm going with this)...yes, she was peeing in the grass. What was I to do??? She was almost "finished' by the time I caught her. I did have my camera handy, but thought the other mother may think I'm a bit crazy if I took a picture of her. So, after she was finished, I asked her to "clean up". I was able to take a few pictures of that.