June 23, 2011

The Bestest Place

We had an adventure at Niagara Falls on Memorial Day.





We enjoyed a picnic with my extended family and explored the Three Sisters Islands.


The American side has beautiful areas to walk, climb, play and enjoy for families.




It is one of my most favorite places to go. (If you have children you will know that there can and seemingly must be many "favorites".)


It made an impression on Nathan who is used to playing in Grandma's little backyard creek. He exclaimed, "Niagara Falls: That's SOME creek!"

June 21, 2011

It's a Foot Thing

Admission:
I have a dislike of untying and putting laced sneakers on my kids. If they can do it themselves, fine. If not, please put on an easier shoe. Thank you.

Story:
Once upon a time this morning Noah wanted to put on shoes. For some reason he went outside without anything on his feet.

I am secretly delighted.

When I went outside to check on all the gentlemen Noah asked me if I would find some socks for him. Pointing at his feet, I replied, "Don't you like having bare feet? See? Just like me."

His response?

"I don't have bear feet!! I don't want bear feet! YOU have bear feet! You do!"

I think I've just been insulted. But it sure was funny.