Hurricane Irene

Hurricane Irene

Irvington

Look what came to New York...Hurricane Irene. 

We were ready with plenty of snacks, meals, candles, flashlights, books and dvds. 

Grace was fully aware of a hurricane heading our way. She woke up on Saturday and asked if the hurricane was here yet? She also said she needed an umbrella and a hat.

We spent Saturday and Sunday hunkered down watching movies, cooking, 

playing games, Gracie had her first manicure/pedicure.....

and we all did lots of staring out the window. 

Grace wasn't too thrilled with the high winds. 

When she saw a large branch fall off a tree, 

she started to cry and called out "Daddy!!! Go fix that tree!"

 Melted our hearts.

Fortunately, Irene was kind to us.

 We never lost power,  had some great dinners, watched some good movies,

 and had quality family time. 

Sadly, I can't say the same for my in-laws: a vacation was cut short, some just got power back today and some are still in the dark! R&B hang in there!!! I can only hope you two are wearing your hats, have an umbrella near by, and aren't crying out your front window!

Happy 2nd Birthday

Gracie's 2nd Birthday!!!!!

David and I are amazed at how quickly Gracie is growing up.

 She has changed so much over the course of one year. 

A year ago she was our baby and now she's our little girl!

We had a little Minnie Mouse birthday party for her.  

And of course Grandpa made Gracie's cake...with a little help.

We are extremely lucky and thankful to have such an amazing daughter! 

And we want to thank all of our family and friends who helped make her birthday so much fun!

July 3, 2011

Memorial Weekend-July 4th Weekend

Irvington

I can't believe it's been 2 months since I last posted! 

Sadly, the summer is flying by already...however, we have many little trips planned over the next few weeks that I have been looking forward to for months. 

Here are some pics of what we have been up to so far this summer.....

Memorial Weekend Grandpa and Grandma came to visit~

We had a little BBQ in Matthiessen Park...

We went to Central Park and rode the carousel

and stole a bite of Grandpa's strawberry popsicle. 

Delicious!

We love when Grandma and Grandpa visit!!!

 We recently had a picnic at Croton Gorge Park...

Gracie loved putting her feet in the water and splashing around.

And of course, one of my favorite summer activites...watching my husband hit home runs!!!

And the number one most fun summer activity~ Staying Cool!!!!

 

Hope you're enjoying the summer as well!!!

May 8, 2011

Mother's Day

Mom, Momma, Mommy!

Grace, Gracie, Gracie Girl, Coo-Coo Bird, Peanut, Pumpkin! 

No matter what we call each other,

I'm hoping friend will someday top that list.

I love my little family and had a fabulous day with them on Mother's Day!

 I woke up to the sound of Gracie's little voice yelling "Happy Mother's Day" and holding a helium balloon over my bed, then a fabulous breakfast, and a trip to the park. 

Thank's DP for a wonderful day!

April 30, 2011

For the 2nd year in a row Gracie and I went to the Duck Derby in Tarrytown, NY.

 (You know how I feel about traditions...and we are starting one with the Duck Derby)

Last year Gracie was to tiny to do any of the "rides," so this year we gave it ago.

 She tried out the Sesame Street bouncy house for a bit~

but was sadly knocked over by a bigger kid and thus ended our "ride" experience.

Here's Gracie and the duck. She looks thrilled doesn't she?

We had a really nice afternoon...and are looking forward to next year!

April 27, 2011

Tilly Foster Farm

A John and Gracie Day

This is Gracie and her bestest buddy John!

 He loves her and she loves him. 

They talk about each other when they are apart and

 count the days till they are playing together again.

Tilly Foster Farm is right down the road from John's house and

 the farm's cow recently had a little calf.

 Perfect timing! 

This gave us a perfect excuse to go visit the farm and have a sleep over at John's house! 

April 26, 2011

SPRING HAS SPRUNG!

Matthiessen Park

The weather has been fabulous here in Irvington this week and sadly David is out of town. 

He's in Eugene, Oregon playing Wicked...

and we live here~3,000 miles away. 

So, while Daddy's away Gracie and Mommy play!