This past Memorial Day we went to the 6th annual Yankee Crawfish boil just north of Boston. Hosted by some folks I know from my days in New Orleans, it's a nice reminder of our Nawlins days. The timing couldn't have been more perfect.
My stepfather and 2 guys from his business (Dixon Pool and Spa in Burlington NC) came up to get our hot tub and bring it back to NC to sell. They also took some of our heavier things to try to lighten the moving load so we are less likely to go over our weight limit (see more about that here). It also happened that Vinny's mother was finishing up moving from her house as well since she closes this week, so they were able to help us with that as well. BIG THANKS to them for all their help.
So we went to the crawfish boil as a way to allow them to have some fun and see Boston. As usual, the boil was wonderful. Bella loved checking out the live crawfish, she wasn't afraid of them at all and had no problem handling them. Actually, I couldn't drag her away from the bucket she liked them so much.
There were some older teenagers who let her play table hockey with them, which I appreciated so much. Her team was even winning! Big compliments to their parents for raising them to be so accommodating with young children.
There was a man who played the accordion, and he was also great to the kids.
Bella decided to be a little star and perform for the ~100 guests:
I have the unfortunate dilemma that I am currently allergic to the sun due to the long winter we had here in New England, so I spent the crawfish boil in a hat hiding from the sun. Bella now insists on taking her hat with her as well. I'm hoping this means she'll start letting me put her in all the cute sundresses she has, even if we do have to stay out of the sun temporarily:
How was your Memorial Day Weekend? Do anything fun?
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
Overheard: Abracadabra!
Taking a page from our friend Marcus, I decided to mess with Bella and let her do some 'magic.' (They played this trick on their son using a gas fireplace with a remote.)
We were at the library, which has automatic doors. So I suggested that Bella say the magic word (Abracadabra! of course) to open them for us. And then again to close them once we were through. The awe in her face was awesome. Even funnier, how she says "Abracadabra!"
Exhibit A:
We were at the library, which has automatic doors. So I suggested that Bella say the magic word (Abracadabra! of course) to open them for us. And then again to close them once we were through. The awe in her face was awesome. Even funnier, how she says "Abracadabra!"
Exhibit A:
Thursday, April 14, 2011
30 seconds - Dancing
Last weekend we went to a surprise 40th birthday party for Vinny's cousin Eugene. They had a DJ and face painting and of course tons of food. Bella took a while to come out of her shell but she eventually got down with her bad little self.
And so did her cousin Lily. How cute is she?
Good music is a definite must-have for a good party! What else do you think is absolutely essential for an awesome party?
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
30 seconds - Lovin' Pippen
Bella loves Pippen more than he would like most of the time. He takes all her love like a little trooper though. (Note that the Pippen love is at the end of this video...I just couldn't cut out her total indecision there at beginning)
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Bella's Beloved - The Barrington Playground
On Sunday, it was pretty nice outside. (Of course, 'nice' is relative...it was sunny and in the lower 50's) But any hint of spring and the New Englanders are out in force. So I took Bella and Josie to the Barrington playground to get out some energy and soak up some vitamin D.
The place was packed. Josie was a huge hit and was a very good girl.
And Bella had a blast too, especially once I finally convinced her to try the swings. They have these cool swings that feel sort of like a roller coaster because of where your center of balance is. (Warning: if you're prone to motion sickness, this video may not be for you)
I'm looking forward to many more days over there as the weather gets a bit warmer. What's your favorite outdoor activity during the spring?
The place was packed. Josie was a huge hit and was a very good girl.
And Bella had a blast too, especially once I finally convinced her to try the swings. They have these cool swings that feel sort of like a roller coaster because of where your center of balance is. (Warning: if you're prone to motion sickness, this video may not be for you)
I'm looking forward to many more days over there as the weather gets a bit warmer. What's your favorite outdoor activity during the spring?
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
30 Seconds - ABCs
Bella sings the ABC's to get you prepped for our next blogger project...stay tuned!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Baby Gaga
Bella loves to dance, especially to Lady Gaga. Thanks to Marcus for helping me flip the video!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Giggle Monkeys
Bella and Xander think they are the funniest babies ever! Check out this video:
Courtesy of thexmarksthe.blogspot.com
Courtesy of thexmarksthe.blogspot.com
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
30 seconds - Bella Birthday party
A little late because I had video that needed to be spliced, but here are the clips from Bella's birthday party in January. This is obviously longer than 30 seconds.
Monday, April 13, 2009
30 seconds - Hoppy Easter!
After following the Easter egg trail to her bucket full of goodies, Bella explored her bucket, the eggs, and her goodies!
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
30 seconds - Head and Shoulders
She was doing it so well, and then we got out the camera...you get the idea anyway!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
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