Simone's First Bike Ride

Last Saturday was a downright balmy spring day--beautiful in every way. So, with daddy home this summer, we attached Simone's new seat to his bike for some family biking adventures. Simone was so excited, she wanted in before we even got it out of the box !

It took no time at all for her to love biking. So we strapped her in and headed to the ice cream store.

She did great as long as mommy rode in front so she could see me.

At Baskin Robin's, Simone opted for her favorite....rah bebie ice cream!

On the drive home, Simone decided that we needed to sing ABCs--ALL of us. So mommy, daddy, and baby were pedalling down the street singing ABCs together so that she wouldn't cry. Can you imagine!?!?!--seriously you can't make this stuff up. What parents won't do for their baby girl!

Easter 2009

We are continuing to cement our Easter traditions, some of which I grew up with, others we've started since Simone.

The Easter Bunny filled Simone's basket again, but this year with hairbows, earrings, books, bubbles, and candy rather than teething biscuits and rattles.













And this year, Simone wore a mint green dress with pink and purple flowers. She and daddy look sharp!

After church, we once again went for Easter brunch at Patowmack Farm. DELICIOUS! We were welcomed with a personalized menu and hidden Easter eggs at our table.

And Simone's Easter present to mommy and daddy was to sleep through the entire brunch! What a relaxing surprise!

She woke up just in time for a few quick family pictures outside the restaurant.

What a lovely Easter!!

Our Little Street Kid...

Simone had an absolute blast playing outside today while mommy and daddy did some yard work. BUT... it didn't take very long for her to find touble. It started innocently enough touching some dirt, then she found water, and VOILA... her very first mud concoction. And yes, she did try to taste it!!!