Galoshes

Back when we bought Rock these rainboots, Fix decided that we should teach him to call them galoshes because that would sound so cute coming from a little mouth. He was right. And now, even when it's hot and sunny outside, it's hard to resist his persistent pleas for "yel-whoa gah-oshes."

The other day he put them on for himself. Wrong feet, but seeing as this is his first attempt at dressing himself, I didn't comment.

Here he is playing his favorite game, "Where Rock Go?"

Happy Birthday Nana and Papa!

To celebrate Nana and Papa's birthdays (they are only a few days apart), we had them over (with Uncle Jason and Auntie H) for dinner. After we ate our meal and sampled a smorgasbord of fruit for dessert*...

We headed outside for some bubble-blowing...

And one member of our dinner party spent a lot of time running.

Every time I watch this video, I laugh. I hope you do too.
*Fix ate at least half of that tray of watermelon.

Becky's Car

Three weeks ago, Fix had plans for lunch that didn't include us, so Becky gave me and Rock a ride home from church. Rock has been talking about Becky's car ever since then... And begging me to "Drive Becky car?" This Sunday we finally gave in.

After buckling his seatbelt (which he insisted on doing although I've never talked about the importance of seatbelts with him before) and turning on the "Mu-ness" (his word for music)...

He was ready to roll! Of course he didn't roll. He just sat in the car 'steering' and smiling away while we all smiled back.

"And they called it Becky lo-ove...."

Becky's mom snapped these at church a few weeks ago. They show Rock's new talent for fake smiling for pictures...

And his undying devotion to Becky.

Anything Else You Need?

Last night, Rock had a tough time falling asleep. This is not unusual for him, but after half an hour of his crying "Mommy! I need you!" I finally broke down and went back into his room to see if there was anything he really needed. The following interaction occurred:

Rock:"I sleep Mommy Daddy's bed?"
Me: "No, you can't sleep in Mommy and Daddy's bed. You sleep in your crib and Mommy and Daddy sleep in our bed."
Rock: "Mommy Daddy's bed?"
Me: "No Rock, you have to sleep in your room. Is there anything else you need?"
Rock: "Money."

Rock Reunion

The best part about coming home? This precious little boy was waiting to greet us. He had a fabulous time at Rocket, Juju and Zuni's house. Many thanks to the three of you for watching him while we were away!

Dan and Sam: Wedding and Reception

Here's a little picture I snapped of the bride before she went down the aisle. JUST KIDDING! This is from the photographer, Jeff Roffman's website. Isn't it amazing? So was Sam's dress -- made from Irish linen and Venetian lace. GORGEOUS!

The groom takes in his beautiful bride as the cute Reverend looks on.

The wedding went without a hitch and Fix's charge to the couple was poignant, personal and perfect! He is a pro!
After the ceremony, the Mothership men got a picture with the newest Mothership wife. Again, her dress was so beautifully awesome.
At the reception, I did my best to take some horrific pictures with my point-and-shoot camera (still waiting on the Nikon's repair). The first was of the bride and groom's first dance to Sting's version of "My One and Only Love."
Someone was very excited about eating cake -- and rightly so because it was delicious! In fact, all of the food was delicious and I ate far too much of it.
Then Sam and her father danced to "You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile." It was adorable!Dan and his mom danced to "Georgia On My Mind."

Here's another Jeff Roffman picture. Seriously, isn't he good? Go here for more of his fantastic pictures of Dan and Sam's big day.

Although it's nothing special, I'm pretty proud of this shot because I took it at the same time that I threw my rose petals. Congrats Dan and Samantha! We are so so happy for you both and hope you are enjoying a relaxing honeymoon!