me & maddie

Today Papa and Katie went to the air show.

I was going to run errands with Maddie, but decided last minute to stay home and do something with her.

I'm really glad I did. I don't get a lot of time alone with Maddie.

Today we painted for the first time -- and she loved it.

After, we cleaned brushes and had fun in the water.

Then we just played and had lunch in the backyard in the buff (well, I was dressed.)

She's getting one top tooth right now making for a funny little smile which I'm loving.

I think her art project turned out pretty good. She's got a blank wall that I haven't figured out what to do with. This little piece might just be the inspiration I needed to get it done.

Alone Time

I found myself with a couple of hours and no children on Friday. I was so giddy I didn't know what to do with myself.

Do I clean my floor? Do I mow the lawn? Do I nap?

In the end, I went antiquing.

Let me caveat this by saying, I'm not a real antique shopper. I just like looking at things.

I ended up buying two little metallic trays. I had Maddie's room in mind which is green and yellow (maybe I'll snap some shots of it someday). This first one works perfectly and we now have it on her dresser with her lotion and hand cleaner on it.

This second one will be finding a home in the girls' kitchen.


I had thought about getting a massage, but I'm really glad I didn't. I spent way less money, and am very pleased with my little finds.

$4 -- metallic tray

$3 -- metallic tray

$4.75 -- an incredibly rich ham & cheese croissant at the bakery

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one wonderful little outing