Little Things we Love

Being at home this summer gives us time together to do little daily things that we don't get to do very often when I work full-time.

One of Bridget's favorite things to do is going grocery shopping at Publix. During the school year when I work, I would usually sneak out in the evenings to do the grocery shopping by myself. But now that we have more time, Bridget and I go together. The reason she loves going to Publix is quite simple...the free cookie she gets from the bakery! The bakery is our first stop and that cookie is gone by the time we're done at the deli!



Another favorite is bubbles! She never gets tired of blowing bubbles...or at least trying to blow bubbles. I finally got smart and found the spill-proof bubbles, so now she can walk around with the bubbles without making a huge mess.



And when I work full-time, there isn't much time for playdates, but this summer we've tried to make-up for all those playdates we miss out on during the school year. Our most recent playdate was with Lily and Carter at the mall. (It's toooo hot for the playground these days!) We let them loose in the very chaotic indoor play area. It's always packed and at least half the kids are way too big to be playing in there, but we gave it a try anyway. I sat back on the bench and let her go on her own and she did just fine. I like letting her try things on her own before I jump in and hover over her. She's really very independent and can stick up for herself quite well. And the few times she stumbled or fell down, she jumped right back up and kept playing. She's tough! A trip to the mall isn't complete without at least a little shopping. Lily and Bridget shared some french fries while the mommies bargain hunted at Gymboree!

Bridget and Lily at the mall


We also made it to our first Library Storytime this summer and we visited the library lots of other days too. She loves to sit and color, something she doesn't seem to have the patience for at home. She seems to know that the library is a quiet place and she usually doesn't get too crazy when we're there!

Working on a masterpiece


Working on her favorite truck puzzle


Checking out the best part-the books!

I wish these summer days weren't ending in just 3 short weeks. But of course the good news is that my school year will end early this year, in February, as we get ready for our new baby! Can't wait!!

Some fun pool pictures from this weekend too. Thanks to her new Dora pail and inflatable boat, she's the envy of all the other kids!