Sundays at the Mill- My boys

When Shane was little he always used to go to the mill in Lynnville and would fish for carp in his Sunday best. I've driven by the mill many times but never stopped, but had the chance this past Sunday. We went to the Linden House (VERY YUMMY) for brunch in celebration of my dad and Shane's birthday. The Linden House is right next to the mill. Shane and Sullivan did a little exploring and Shane got to share a bit of his childhood with Sullivan (I love those moments!). Here are a few pics! Both of my boys have their fake smiles on (I'm guessing the thoughts going through their heads are something like this "why can't we have a nice moment where she doesn't take a picture?" To this I say "Sorry boys, get used to it we have many more moments to capture!!"

Happy Birthday Shane!

Yesterday we celebrated Shane's birthday. We didn't do anything over the top but enjoyed some quiet family time. Sullivan with the help of his aunties wrote birthday greetings on the driveway, I made a vanilla cake with strawberry mousse filling, and we went to George's for dinner. Shane ended his day by reading books to Sullivan! Here are a few pics! Shane and Sullivan being silly

Reading books together Eating cake! Sullivan made a bigger mess with Shane's cake than he did with his own!

It wasn't pretty but tasted good!

Love you Shane!

No big deal, right?

I have always said if I had a boy I wasn't going to make a big deal out of him playing with dolls, purses, strollers, or things that were pink. My thought is if you make a big deal with it the kid just wants it more. My other thought is someday Sullivan will have to use a grocery cart, probably push a baby stroller, and if he has a daughter will probably shop for pink outfits. I plan on remaining strong on this but there is this tiny (almost not there) voice trying to plant a seed of doubt. That little voice tried to speak up the other day when Sullivan found a purse his size and got out the shopping cart (see pics below). For now I've shut it up but would love to know what other moms of little boys think!

4th of July!

I love the 4th of July as does my husband (it is his favorite holiday and always has been). A couple years ago the 4th was extra emotional for me since my brother was serving our country in Iraq! I can proudly say that he has served his country and is safely back home with us today. Ever since that deployment the 4th has been even more meaningful for me and now I get to share that with my son. My hope is that he'll grow up to respect and honor the men in the armed services like Shane and I do. A big thank you to those that are protecting our freedom and the veterans that have. Sullivan and Shane last year on the 4th!

Sullivan and Shane this year on the 4th!

It isn't the 4th if you don't eat a stick or two!