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Date night with Mom and Dad. We went to the
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) for a member night and he was the only child and even though he was super well behaved and we all had a blast, it was as if we brought a wild jaguar to the event by the looks people gave us. drives me crazy sometimes. anyways, sorry for the lack of blogging. it has been so bloody hot and I have not been able to find my groove other than pictures of out adventures.
so keep reading and stay cool on this 4th of July holiday weekend!
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warm night down by the harbor. we have been waiting for summer and she has arrived!
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watching the boats and having a chat.
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epic game of tag before heading into the event.
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run boys! run!
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listening to the tunes, eating and and enjoying the view.
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mingling folks who gave us the strange looks for bringing our kid. their loss, he was having a blast.
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family shot. few and far between.
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one of my besties from college, Ellen and her husband Mark came to visit!
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we found a castle on our way home from a walk, Oliver was thrilled! Mark was sweet to carry it home!
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happy kiddo.
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new to you toys are the best!
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Ellen wins for stuffing herself into Oliver's tiny house...
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as well as climbing at the park!
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I got live lobsters for us to make lobster rolls with and we all had a bit of fun with them. Luna was not amused. Oliver thought it was hilarious.
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having a bit of fun.
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the lobsters were having a bit of a chat. then it was off to the pot and then into our bellies!
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well that is one use for a Solo cup!
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gorgeous sunflowers from the market, they lasted forever.
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sweet, petite tomatoes are one of my favourite things about summertime.
my new jam in the morning, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice.