First Date

For the first time since Emma was born we went out on a date to a Thai restaurant. My parents watched Emma while we enjoyed exellent food and time alone. It had been a while since I wore a dress and high heels. I was very excited to learn that my pre-pregnancy dresses still fit!

We had a wonderful time and we hope to do it more often now that Emma is getting older.

Roasting Marshmallows

Fire + marshmallows + wine + family = GREAT TIME

At the field

We are blessed to live in such a quiet area where we can go outside and not worry about traffic. Last week we enjoyed great weather and it gave us the opportunity to take some pictures and enjoy the warmth.

The Hawes

Before the Hawes returned home, I took them to Sleepy Hollow cemetery and to the Old North Bridge.

Carter was exited to run around and jump in the puddles:

Dinner with our Neighbors

I'm glad that our guests were able to meet our wonderful neighbors over dinner, wine, and Belgian beer. We were in charge of the Mexican food and they provided the French food. My dad prepared quesadillas de flor de calabaza (zucchini flower quesadillas) and they were a great hit.

Muriel and Emma:

My dad preparing the quesadillas:

The Hawes:

Emma with her Abuelos:

Holding Hands

Christine and I have known each other for about eight years. Our friendship has endured all these years even though we are miles away from each other and I'm sure we'll be friends for a long time.

It is hard to believe that now we are both moms!

On our way back home from Boston, Carter and Emma were holding hands while sitting in their car seats.

At first Emma didn't know what was going on:

Then she felt more comfortable holding Carter's hand:

At the end Emma didn't want to let go:

First Trip to Boston

Our friends from "northern" Virginia came to visit us for a long weekend. We tried to show them all of the historical places around town and in Boston. We had a great time in such a short visit and my parents were delighted to see them again. My parents did most of the cooking and everyone really enjoyed the Mexican food.

Here are pictures of our trip to Boston. Emma and Carter behaved really well despite their routines being altered. This was Emma's first trip to Boston.

Abuelos & Emma in the Boston Common with the State House as background:

Hawes and Douglas:In front of Feneul Hall and Sam Adams:

At the harbor (from left to right): Cameron, Caro, Emma, Lety, Christine, Matt and Carter (sleeping):

We had lunch in a restaurant next to the harbor. We like going there because it is a nice setting, not too crowded, good service and great food. They serve our favorite clam chowder.

Carter just waking up from his nap and ready for his food:

At the Old North Church and Paul Revere:

In front of the Old State House where the Boston massacre occurred in 1770:

We had a wonderful time in Boston!