What we're eating this week...
Sunday - Homemade Pizza
Monday - Salmon, roasted vegetables, rice
Tuesday -
Turkey Lettuce Wraps (I had to use ground chicken instead of turkey but they were still good. E loved them!)
Thursday to Saturday - We are camping so burgers, nachos, etc. are on the menu.
What I'm reminiscing about...
My aunt's mother passed away earlier this week so I have been reminiscing about times we spent with her, and other people who we have lost. This is a photo from our wedding. My grandparents are in the front, my aunt's mother is wearing the white sweater. They were all so wonderful and it's nice to have photos like this to remember them.
What I'm loving...
Two piece PJs for Q. Sleepers are cute, but now that he is a little older he has some two piece sets and they are adorable. Even cuter is that I remember when E used to wear them too. Plus when it is hot, it is nice to have bare feet and arms.
(This is a new set though)
What we've been up to...
Celebrating E's school year, meeting Chirp, getting organized for camping, and just hanging out.
What I'm dreading...
Packing the car for camping. It's always been a tight squeeze but now we have two car seats and all of the extra baby stuff. Actually, I love packing and seeing the different configurations of getting it all in the car so wish us luck.
What I'm working on...
Planning everything. Right now it's camping, then it is our week when E has no day camps, then our trip out East, and then everything that happens in the fall. I like being busy but I need to take one thing at a time or I can get overwhelmed!
What I'm excited about...
I booked a trip to New York City in September with my friend Cindy. I love having a trip to look forward to and figuring out what we will do while we are there.
What I'm watching/reading...
We just finished A Handmaid's Tale, I cannot stress enough how good this show is. Looking forward to Season 2. We are finally back on The Wire and loving it.
I did not go to my book club last week and therefore didn't finish the book (The Ballroom by Anna Hope). This is the first time I haven't read the book in years. I am not sure if I will finish it as the plot hasn't really grabbed me. I think I may pick up one of my favourite books like The Poisonwood Bible or Gone with the Wind and give it another read. E and I just finished reading Charlotte's Web so we need to find another chapter book to start. He said it was boring because there were only a few pictures, but he did listen and relayed some of the plot to Dave, so I'll keep going with the chapter books.
What I'm listening to...
I'm not in the car much but I typically tune to CBC Radio 2. They have good music in the morning and afternoon, but throughout the day they also have classical music which can be a nice relaxing change.
What I'm wearing...
My new shorts from the Gap. I'm not sure what I would be wearing if I didn't have these since they are on constant repeat. They are comfortable and the green and blue colours go with everything.
What I'm doing this weekend...
Camping at Sandbanks Provincial Park. Fingers crossed that our site is and continues to be above water. It may rain while we are there, but we can handle that as long as we have a dry place to set up our tent.
What I'm looking forward to next month...
Lazy summer days, spending the week with E (and Q), introducing Q to daycare, travelling to the East Coast to visit family and friends.
What else is new...
E has been playing a lot of baseball with Dave, and sometimes me. We decided to register him in t-ball this year but Dave wanted to spend some time teaching the basics so we can sign him up next year. He's really improved with catching and he's having fun with dad!
(Having bases really helps with the concept too)
What is your favourite July 4th Canada Day tradition?
We have gone camping for the past two years on Canada Day weekend and so we don't do anything like parades or fireworks, but we dress in red and white, decorate our campsite, light some sparklers, and appreciate our country's natural beauty!