We went to the Shrine Circus yesterday and had a really great time. We even saw a side show! We were a little uncomfortable with the animal acts (there was someone poking the tigers with a stick to make them seem aggressive), but the human acts were terrific. Here are some photos.
Later, we went to the Checkwoods' for some pizza and Guitar Hero. The kids even played along, and G found himself a cape and became... ta-dah! Super Gabriel!
I'm trying to learn Photoshop, and I decided to learn from "Donnie Hoyle," who I suspect is really Dane Cook. Here is where I found the tutorial.
Just in: Rebecca informs me that Dane Cook is not Donnie Hoyle. Oh well.
G wanted to do a photo shoot while we were shopping today, so we thought we'd share the photos with you:
And finally, safety isn't just for the bicycle, folks. Here's how G decided to watch TV this morning. And I must have zoned out, because I didn't realize it was Barney he was watching. I know, bad mom.
But later, I redeemed myself as a mommy. We had a creepy encounter at the park with a man who hugged and kissed our friend's son while she was bent over starting to nurse her younger son. I called the police, and I sincerely hope they scared the crap out of him so that he won't ever touch anyone's kid ever again... except his own, and even then, only appropriately. The lesson learned here is that it pays to be vigilant all the time, and also the thing mommies are best at is protecting their kids.
Here are some photos from last Saturday night, my kinda birthday party at Sips N Strokes with Skye, Rebecca, Kirk, and of course, my Matty.
Matt's mom has been enjoying the Georgia weather here with us since Friday afternoon, and we've all had a really good time. There was landscaping to do, walks to be walked, strawberries to be picked, and and household chores to help with. We know Bun Nut does not like to be idle when she is on vacation! More importantly, there was plenty of hugging with the youngster and lots of time to bond. Gabriel couldn't be separated from her and they both loved it. She'll be leaving us in the morning, and we'll miss her. Gabriel was quite sad when she said good night to him tonight and we know the first time she calls he'll be clamoring to get the phone. Thanks for making the trip down, Mom P! Thanks for all of your help and we really had a great time while you were here. We will all miss you and will not be able to wait until we can see you again.
At least his tail is free to wag a distress signal!
You can find this, along with the following yarn horror, here.
