Father's Day Weekend

We had such a wonderful weekend together - celebrating Jeremy and the wonderful father that he is.  We spent the weekend doing some of our favorite things - eating and spending time in beautiful places.  We stayed very busy, sabotaged naps entirely but got to enjoy some old favorites and found some new ones!  Among the old favorites were Walden followed by Cambridge for Burdicks Chocolate.  On Father's Day for lunch, what could be better than Flatbreads (otherworldly 'pizza').  Our new was Plum Island - I look forward to going again when the weather is warmer, but the mist and drizzle made for an absolutely beautiful place for exploration.

Tully Lake

This is a little late, but I wanted to just write a tiny bit about the highlight of my summer thusfar--camping at Tully Lake. I could not stop thinking 'it doesn't get any better than this'. The campground is pristine and quiet, the lake calm for kids to splash, and so very many little coves to explore in a canoe or kayak. We saw painted turtles and a huge snapper (in our campsite), heard owls and bullfrogs and were greeted in the evening with a full moon. We really needed the escape - even if it was just a mini escape. I am thinking a full week next year (as long as we can order up perfect weather again).

fun at jamaica pond

I had such a fun time with Maya and Cherisse this morning. Maya is such an explorer and has a lot to say about life. She definitely has her mom's awesome fashion sense and I love her pigtails and dimples!

Wonderment

There is not much sweeter than the wrinkles and fuzz of a newborn. At just 5 days, Eli was so so sleepy most of the time. So sweet and calm. But in his awake moments, he has the most inquisitive, deep eyes ever.

Fresh from God

Yesterday, Aaron and Susan gave me a wonderful gift--they allowed me to witness the birth of their firstborn, Eli. I am not really sure what was the most amazing part - supermom Susan pushing for over 3 hours and never once complaining, or quiet, understated Aaron saying more with his non-verbal expressions of love for his new little guy than I have ever actually heard him speak out loud, or how incredibly adorable Eli was from the first second! But, I am sure of this - I was so blessed to be able to be a part of such an incredible moment.

New Beginnings

Today is a big day in our home...for the first time in almost 4 years, we do not have a child in a crib! (though we have the sleeplessness that accompanies a child with newfound freedom--but I digress!)

It is also the beginning of my life as a blogger, and the beginning of my website (achildsnature.com because I know you were wondering)! So, though I am a little tired from little guy, I am very excited to be able to share what I have been up to.

This spring has been filled with lots of exploring and enjoying the beauty of Boston...and fun with photography. A couple of days ago, I had the privilege of spending the morning in the North End, drinking great coffee (thanks Paul) and hanging out with this beautiful baby and her mom and dad - here are just a few pics from our time at the waterfront