Picnic At The River

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I removed the disclaimer from yesterday.  Last night, I kept thinking, why do I feel the need to have a disclaimer?  So, VOILA--It is gone!  Instead I left a little note for anyone who stumbles on my blog and wants to start the journey from the beginning.
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Hugh wasn't able to come home for supper last night, so Calder and I met him down by the river for a picnic in the park.  
Calder sat extremely well at the picnic table and wouldn't even stop eating for a photo!
The boys love to wrestle.

I felt happy at the river.  The 3 of us. Outdoors. Cupcakes. They were from the Cupcake Conspiracy, so  obviously they made the list.
I didn't have to force a smile and I didn't play with Calder because I felt like I should.  It was an hour of, plain and simple, happy.

Comments

  1. AngieJune 1, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Beautiful pictures!

    I LOVE the Cupcake Conspiracy! So good!

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  2. MichelleJune 1, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Aw we were down by the river last night too, with Luke and had ice cream at the double decker bus. Picnics down by the river are the best! I love all your smiles!
    Michelle

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  3. Andrea SJune 2, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    You looked like you had a great time at the picnic by the river. Sometimes those are the kind of events that can make a difference to the day. Loved seeing how you were enjoying each others company. Andrea

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