20/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013"

Dashiel- Rainy days and pretending were at the beach. sigh.

Nona- Watermelon sherbert for the little lady. 

Favorite(s) from last week- Mummy Karma, Alligator is for best, and little wild moose!

Following along with Che & Fidel with the 52 project!

Have a wonderful week, everyone!

19/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013"

Dashiel- Having a serious case of the sillies.

Nona- Waiting for her smoothie. She went from happy to sad in a matter of seconds. I think she was just ready for her afternoon nap.

Favorite from last week- this little squish!

Following along with Che and Fidel with the 52 Project

As I find that my time here in Birmingham drawing to a close, Im feeling just the slightest bit sad.  I cant help but think that I was really closed off to my current city. Perhaps it was a defense mechanism or maybe knowing we wouldn't be here long, but I didn't really seize all opportunities to explore and make new friends here. 

Today, we visited Red Cat Coffee House. I discovered this little gem a couple weeks ago while visiting Pepper Place Farmers Market and I must say, what a great cup of joe! The kids smoothies were totally yum, too! We didn't get to stay long, as miss Nona was not enjoying herself, but I very much suggest you visit if you are ever near!

Oh, and don't you love Dashiel's felt crown!? If you want one for your little one, you can get one online from TREEHOUSE -Kids and Crafts. I love this store so much!

18/52

"A portrait of my children once a week, every week, in 2013" 

Nona- My little bird watcher.

Dash- He's come a long way from when he was little...he just didnt like grass. "Im relaxing here."

I really wanted to get in as much outdoor time before the crazy heat kicked in this summer. 80 degrees is tolerable but really...any hotter then that and I think everyone gets a bit crabby. I made the kids a little picnic outside and blew bobbles. Nona collected rocks. Dash spotted a lizard. Really nice day!

Following along with Che and Fidel with the 52 project!

17/52

"A portrait of my children once a week, every week, in 2013"

Dashiel- Running ahead, he paused to let us catch up. I promised him a Steel City Popsicle and apparently, I need to "keep up" with him ;)

Nona- On her tip toes...trying to smell the wild flowers.

Wow, it only took me 6 months but I found a farmer's market. Im not sure why it took me so long but Im glad to have some fresh farmer's eggs, sweet potatoes, strawberries and green beans in my fridge. I still really miss the Athens market as we built our saturday tradition there but Im glad we have a new place to build more memories.

Following along with Che and Fidel with the 52 project!

16/52

 "A Portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013"

Nona- Visiting a new park, Nona climbed to the top of the slide to scope out the scene.

Dashiel- My son requested that his face be painted as a green kitty. And his shaved ice of choice-green apple. Can you guess his favorite color?

Favorites this week-Megpie, & larissia,

Following along with Che & Fidel

Had a great time at our neighborhood block party, today! Parrots, face paint, food trucks, live music, games etc. I just wish I had another peach shaved ice!

15/52

"A Portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013"

Nona- Organizing the pegs at the light table. She was very focused!

Dashiel- Pausing for a second to let me take a quick flash. He ran in circles chasing the lights as they changed their color.

Following along with Che and Fidel and the 52 project.

Favorites- abigail and the future- wow!
last day of may- elsa is adorable!

 We decided it was time for another visit to the McWane Science Center for a little fun. 

I love to see what exhibits the kids gravitate to. The water table was a hit with Nona last time, as well as this go around. The light table and the light floors were a hit as well. Dashiel surprised me a little though with his fascination with the "naturescope" area which consisted of birds, bugs and even decomposition. 

Dash has been so interested in science lately which really excites me. Bronson(my husband) and I have spent the last week going over the solar system with him. You should see his face light up when he tells us about the planets. What a smart little guy.

14/52

 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013"

Nona- Its been rainy all day today. Nona was content to sit in the window and watch it fall.

Dash- My goodness! My boy is growing up! Today he received his first "buzz" cut from dad.  I told him I missed his long hair and he said, "dont worry mom, it will grow back."  

Favorites this week- Casper (water color perfection), Lo (so HIP), and Lotus, Noah and Parker (shadows and man made forest-two of my favorite things)

Following along with Che and Fidel and the 52 project.