Being Thomas Jefferson

Carter's 3rd grade class took a research project to a whole new level by demonstrating their knowledge in the form of a wax museum.  They had to choose a relatively famous person and research that person's life from birth to death/present.  At the very end of their project, they held a live wax museum in the library for their families to observe.  Not only were they dressed in character, but they did a fabulous job pretending to be wax figures - they didn't make eye contact with guests and they held completely still for what probably felt like eternity to them.  Very impressive performances by all!

Carter did a great job at being Thomas Jefferson!  I had to photograph him wearing a lacy ruffled shirt because I'll probably never see that on him again.  He was definitely the cutest Thomas Jefferson I've ever seen :)

A Dollop of Daisy...

Meet Daisy!

We got a puppy!

Her name is Daisy and she is a 12 week old Golden Retriever.  We got her on Sunday, so we haven't had a lot of time with her, but we can tell she is going to be an amazing dog!  She is too cute for words and has the sweetest demeanor.  Can't wait to document her growth and cuteness in the coming months.  I think this blog may turn into a puppy blog!

Celebrate Good Times... Come On!!!

What a good time this weekend has been.  I took Friday off to extend my weekend and spend time with Carter, which I'll have to post about as soon as I download the pictures.  I reserved my energy for Saturday's festivities - one baby shower in the afternoon and a friend's wedding in the evening.  Sadly, I don't have any pics from Julia's wedding because I got tired of lugging my camera around, but it was a lovely affair.  A beautiful outdoor ceremony, cocktail hour over-looking a golf course, and a delicious five course dinner with their family and closest friends.  Tom and I kicked up our heels on the dance floor and mingled with guests for the rest of the evening.

Earlier on Saturday, we spent the afternoon with our close friends, Caitlin and Michael.  They are expecting their first child in August and were surprised with a baby shower thrown for them by friends and family.  The shower was held at a beautiful estate on the Delaware River - a lovely setting with grounds to walk and enjoy the aroma of the rose garden.  Decorated baby onesies and the cutest homemade tote bag with Baby Shaw's first initial and last name stitched on were highlights of the event and really lovely gifts.

Flashback, 1985

Me and my mother in 1985.

BIG, Hot Birthday Weekend

We celebrated two birthdays last weekend - Ben's and Esther's.  Our monthly dinner with friends was extra special because it was finally warm enough to have a picnic.  We took advantage of the gorgeous weather and topped if off with cake, fireworks, and good conversation in celebration of Esther's 28th birthday.

Sunday was just as beautiful and we had another great cake to enjoy in celebration of Ben's 39th birthday!  Woohoo!  We also had one of the first BBQs of the summer on the porch and finished it off with a walk to the bridge :)