Whew, what a weekend!

Monday did not disappoint! We had a wonderful day! The Booker and The Wright clan converged for dinner and a cookout and a soon-to-be water fight!
The day started off right with a trip to the Water Mine. I forgot my camera, but I honestly don't know how or when I would be able to taken any pictures. Allison really liked it and we had such good time! There was a little hesitation when we were getting ready to leave--of course! But as we were walking out to the car I was assuring Allison that we will be able to go there all summer long and she responded with, "Good Mommy! I really think I'll like it here this summer!".
Next, we tackled naps--a common theme this weekend--and then the cookout. We decided to keep it simple and do traditional cook out foods. I added my own little twists here and there! Our menu was hot dogs/hamburgers, chicken, tortellini pasta salad, sweet potato fries, baked beans, salad, chips, brownies and cake. Not too shabby!


Brent had a grilling mishap with the hot dogs......so sad. They were so full of nitrates and processed god-knows-what. No wonder they burn up like kindling. I wasn't bothered by their demise!

And Bob, obviously had a wonderful time. I mean look at him!

We did manage to get a group shot of the kiddos. I can't believe how big everyone is getting!


Last but not least the water fight. It started out as a sneak attack by Natalie and Uncle Steve on all of the kids. Didn't work out that way and there were no prisoners. All efforts shifted into getting Uncle Steve at all costs. Buckets were tossed, hoses were used. We had no shame. Everyone had a good time and left with a dry change of clothes........

The Weekend Continues......

Well, so far, so good. Saturday didn't disappoint! We anticipated Allison sleeping in Saturday morning, but of course that didn't happen. She was bright-eyed and ready to go at 6:15, Brent and I not so much. So we tackled breakfast and Brent and I went back to bed. As in Allison was upstairs with us and we were in bed. That's about as close as it is going to get.......
We did eventually rally and took Bailey for a long walk and then tackled yard work. Allison and I cleaned the weeds out of the vegetable garden, which at this point is rockin'!, and Brent did some weed eating around the house.
Naptime for all, ahh, we made it! And then we made a FABULOUS dinner. I love summer food! The fresh vegetables, using the grill, it's just awesome. I was able to use some bok choy from the farm and I put it in my salad. It was good, I had never had it before. It was a little tangy but very good! And of course what doesn't go well with a yummy dinner than a margarita! We tackled pork ribs, sweet potato fries, corn, fingerling potatoes, mac n cheese (guess who ate that?!?) and salads. Oh, it was good.

Sunday morning, we were reminded of Rolling Thunder with the roar of motorcycles on 66. We decided on a whim to head down to Dumfries.

When I lived at home we always went and watched the bikes come out of Classic Iron and East Coast Harley. Obivously we took a break for a couple of years, so Allison's ears could mature! We thought she was finally ready this year. It is always so touching to see this event and it's awesome that our local law enforcement makes sure the riders are safe all the way to DC.


After Rolling Thunder, we headed back to my Mom's (after a blueberry bagel at Panera--I opted for the strawberry parfait. Good, but definitely a rip off for the $3.50 and the three strawberries they gave me! The granola was good, but I'm convinced the batch I plan on making this week will be better. Once I find the wheat germ......
Then we headed to Kids Dominion. Only to be turned away since we didn't have beach tags. Really? MPOA is ridiculous. Shame on you!! We were one of only one other car in the parking lot and we were turned away. Stupid, so stupid.
Out of every difficulty comes opportunity......so we headed to Anne Moncure park. Brent spent some time there back in the day, me not so much. Then we were off to lunch, home, and nap. Yeah, it's the happiest time of the day......we all love naps! :)




Tomorrow we are off to the Water Mine and cookout with the family!