"Mee-Maw" Day

The day started out a bit rainy, but we were hopeful that it would clear up.  We decided to head out to Smolak Farms on Mother's Day.  They didn't have any special events going on, but that morning Gwen had asked to see animals and we thought this would be a great idea.  Smolak is our preferred place for apple picking in the fall, and we even got our Christmas tree and met Santa there last year.

The weather ended up being a blessing because as we had hoped, it did clear up and there were only a handful of other families who had the same idea as us so we were able to enjoy such a relaxing and low key day together without any hectic Mother's Day crowds.  After we checked out all of the animals and Gwen played on the little climbing structures, we went inside to their farmstand for lunch, and then to the green house so Gwen could smell *ALL* of the flowers and I was able to buy some cherry tomato plants.  We decided to start a potted vegetable garden for Gwen this year - more on that later...

Here are some pics of my favorite lady and me (along with baby brother, of course! @34.5 wks).

these birds (some sort of hen, maybe?) were out of their cages, and just walking around with everyone

the peacock was showing off the entire time we were there, he even started shaking his feathers around for us

we can never pass up a photo op with "Gwen The Goose"!

Oh, and if you're wondering about the title of this post, watch this video.  One day, randomly, she started calling me "Mee-Maw".  But only when she's being all sweet and lovey, and telling me that she loves me.  It melts my heart <3

Mother's Day Photoshoot!

I had an awesome 2nd Mother's Day!  It was a beautiful day, and we started it off with good friends and their 2 daughters at SOWA Open Market in the South End of Boston.  We went there a bunch last year, and have so much fun checking out all of the goodies that these sellers have to offer!

On our way home, we picked up Aunt Kristen and brought her back for a BBQ and to stay overnight.  We also had a fun photoshoot in the backyard.  Thanks Aunt KK for making our day even more fun!

me and my babe <3

attempted family portrait

this isn't working how we planned it

we're awesome parents

instead, we just followed her around until she was looking at the camera - then attempted to pose with her

big hugs for Aunt KK

Kisses.  always kisses

it was a cartwheel kind of day!

First Mother's Day!

Sunday was my first Mother's Day! Well, technically last mother's day she was a little seedling that we suspected existed.  My special day actually started on Saturday night (although I really pushed for a FULL weekend of pampering beginning Friday night hah).  Justin went out to pick up some pizza.  We were going to have it delivered, until he realized that 'Gwen' FORGOT to get me a mother's day card.  So he ran out to get the card, picked up the pizza, and surprised me with my favorite ice cream (coffee oreo with multi-colored sprinkles)!!  Nice work Justin! (ps - those are size small ice creams!)

On Sunday morning, I was greeted by my 3 favorites with my mother's day gift :)

How adorable is this!? Gwen signed the card.

Here is my gift - a sweet necklace with the initial "g" on it for Gwen.  It's so dainty and pretty, I can wear it with just about anything.  LOVE it :) 

btw - it's an etsy find which makes me love it even more.

We had a really relaxing day, Justin made me breakfast and we had a nice leisurely morning.  We were going to go into Boston but it was raining a bit and we figured it would be so hectic, so we decided against it.  I got a manicure instead.  Which, ended up being not so hot - I went to a spa...next time I'm sticking with the asians.  The lady kept telling me that the color I chose was too light (I always get the light colors and they normally come out fine), and it came out so blotchy.  Oh well, it was still nice to have some 'me' time.  After that, we went over to Nana and Papa S's for dinner.  Justin's parents and Eric and Kerri were so thoughtful and gave me mothers day cards and gifts too!  I love watching them with Gwen, and she loves visiting with them.  She was all smiles :)