We had a pretty good weekend, and I have a few fun pictures to share.
Friday we hit the splash pad with Joe’s cousin and her kids, then ate a little picnic lunch in the park. There is something about sitting on a blanket and calling it a picnic that makes just about any boring old meal special for a little kid. Also, for really little kids – Julie is almost past this stage – getting a whole piece of juicy fruit to eat and make a mess of all over their face is extra special fun.
The end of the week was pretty hot around here with highs in the 90s. Our back yard is super shady, though, so it wasn’t too bad hanging around outside later in the afternoon. Julie finally got bored with the hose and Sophie took a turn, getting soaked in the process.
Climbing up the stairs after bath time.
Oh! Hey, look at this – this came in the mail on Saturday. It’s a thank-you gift, and a very sweet one at that. Thanks, Chi! Totally over the top. Joe especially loves this kind of stuff, so I’m sure we’ll enjoy it.
I love the fresh fruit of summer. We got our hands on some local strawberries – they’re small, and had been sitting out all day so were not totally fresh, but the flavor was unbelievable.
It’s all about the picnics. Lunchtime rolled around on Saturday and I was pulling random things out of the fridge – the same random things we have every day for lunch. Julie says “I want to have a picnic!” So even though it’s 90 degrees out and humid as all heck, out we went and had a picnic.
And the girls love it. That’s hummus all over their faces. They like to eat the hummus and leave the crackers.
Today the girls and I made a run to the mall and bought ourselves some Crocs. I never thought I’d jump on this particular bandwagon, but everybody and their brother seems to be wearing these ugly-ass shoes. They all say the same thing – they’re really comfortable. What finally swayed me – well, there were two things. One was watching the super-cute little boy across the street toddling around in his – I have to admit that they look cute on little kids. Two was we’re going to camp in a few weeks, and we could all use some shoes that are easy to slip on and easy to clean. badda bing.
I. Love. this picture.
I can just see these with handknit socks come fall. They’ll be even more funky looking then.
What a beautiful picture of you and the girls!
Yeah, I hear ya on the ugly Crocs issue. But I discovered they have a couple of sandal styles that are still super comfy and made out of the same stuff. So I bought 2 pairs of those. They are great!
Welcome to Crocs-ville. Yes, they’re ugly, but so comfy, and no leather! Cows everywhere are cheering!
I love the picture of the three of you. So sweet and happy and giggly.
I *love* my MaryJane style Crocs… I also splurged and got the Gem Jibbitz… I like SHINY! LOL
The picture of you and the girls is priceless!! Frame it!!
We have the Hot and Humid weather here on the East Coast now… bummer… all the better to stay in and knit I say…
Crocs are super cute on little kids. I don’t know what it is, but they just are! The picture of you with the girls is so adorable!
Yes, they do look great with handknit socks. The girl wore them with her “pretty warm socks” until November last year. Ours came to roost when we went to get fishermans sandals and the crocs were the same price and waterproof to boot. The knockoffs are very inexpensive (and are good enough for the second pair).
rosesmama
So funny … this is the second Crocs-related post I’ve read in a row. Crocs infiltrated our house last year when I bought a pair for my then-10yo, now the 5yo and I each have a pair, too. The older guys are resisting, but we will win them over eventually.
Of course, what makes the extra-special wonderful for Young’un (5yo) are the Spiderman thingies we bought to fasten to the tops …
So
darn
CUTE!
I love my crocs. I own four pairs. One word of warning for your little ones and the crocs. There have been cases where the non-skid material crocs are made from have caused really bad accidents while on the escalator. If you happen to be riding an escalator with the girls while they are wearing crocs, it’s recommended that you hold them, to avoid the shoes getting stuck in the escalator. It’s gruesome and horrible, and as unlikely as it is I thought you might appreciate the warning.