Walk With Me, Daddy

A couple of weeks ago, I was walking behind these two and captured this priceless photo.  What were they thinking and talking about during that long walk in Chicago while Isabella and I were noticing all of the beautiful flowers?

It was at that moment, the poem by Helen Bush popped into my head.  Just like that....

Walk With Me, Daddy

By Helen Bush

Walk alongside me, Daddy

and hold my little hand

I have so many things to learn

that I don't yet understand

Teach me things to keep me safe

from dangers every day.

Show me how to do my best

at home, at school at play

Every child needs a gentle hand

to guide them as they grow.

So walk alongside me, Daddy

We have a long way to go.

Independence Day

We got super lucky this year with Independence Day falling on a Tuesday.  That meant that we got to take time and relax on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday AND Tuesday.  What a treat!  We were able to enjoy family and friends, a few cookouts, a parade and of course, FIREWORKS!  The girls had a nail painting party, swam in the pool multiple times and even lit off sparklers together.  Giselle is still a bit scared of the loud noise that a firework creates, so at 6, she still wears her “ears” (which means comfortable construction ear muffs to protect her ears from LOUD noises).  I wish I could buy Baxter a pair of those too because he does NOT like fireworks!! 

I have to say; the Fourth of July is moving up there to be one of my favorite holidays.  I love that it is warm outside, you get to eat yummy food, see awesome displays of lights in the sky AND most importantly, spend time with your family and friends.