part 2 of father's day weekend

Today, I am going to sum up the rest of our Father's Day weekend. Sunday arrived and we all headed to my parents' house to celebrate Father's day and my grandmother's 88th birthday. The weather wasn't in our favour. The weather went something like this - rain, sunshine, clouds, rain but we still managed to have a great time. The kids spent most of their time throwing rocks into the river, catching their very first fish, and playing hide-and-go-seek. I think daddy enjoyed these activities too, as he was out there with them the whole time.

They also enjoyed spending time with their great-grandmother for her 88th birthday. Over the last several years, this woman has showed incredible strength as she has beat some pretty strong odds. Even while facing extreme illness, she has a smile on her face and can crack a joke.

It was a wonderful day spent with family and of course it wouldn't be complete without a wonderfully delicious feast!

Love this lady.

The men tending to the most important part of the meal.

They caught their first fish.

Baby D didn't know what to make of it.

The girls helping Nan blow out her candles.

Nan with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Baby D hanging out with Uncle Brady.

thank you daddy!

This Sunday marks a special day when many of us will be celebrating the men in our lives. What is a father? Many would agree their perception of a father is an array of things - to me, a father is someone who is loving, understanding, a disciplinarian, a great listener, open-minded, imaginative, leads by example, supportive, loyal, and knows how to challenge his family. In just under four short years, my husband has taken on this role not once but twice and in a few short months will be welcoming the challenge again.

I am thankful everyday that my children are surround by a man who allows them to be themselves, who pushes them to do their best and understands that children make mistakes and that is a part of growing up. They are loved by a man who would sacrifice anything for his family to be secure and happy.

"Anyone can be a father, but it takes a real man to be a daddy."

-Anonymous

Thank you for being the man you are and continue to be. Happy Father's Day!!

Love,

Little Miss L., Baby D, Little Bean and your HAW
xoxox

Holding his baby girl for the first time.

Holding his baby boy for the first time.

Thank you for being the best swing pusher...

Thank you for teaching us how to skate...

Thank you for always napping with us when we needed it...

Thank you for always letting us blow out the candles even if it's your birthday...

Thank you for teaching us how to swim...

Thank you for always making us laugh...

Thank you for always waking up early with us...

Thank you for always allowing us to get the apple at the top of the tree...

Thank you for always holding us when we need it...

Thank you for always goofing around with us, even if it makes mommy nervous...

Thank you for taking us around the world to explore new things...

Thank you for having bubble bath parties...

Thank you for always getting messy with us...

Thank you for making sure our bellies are always full, even if it means you have to wait to eat your meal...

Thank you for always spoiling us with treats...

Thank you for always giving us a helping hand...

Thank you for taking us to the ocean...

Thank you for always smiling when your hands are full...

Thank you for being the best daddy we could ask for...

Little bean can't wait to meet this amazing man.

celebrating father's day and nan's 87th birthday

It was another busy weekend, just the way we like it. Lots of family time with the ones we love. We celebrated the wonderful men we have in our lives and a amazing grandmother who turned 87 years old. This past weekend was a reminder of how lucky I am to be surrounded by so many strong, courageous, and loving individuals. I have been blessed with many things in my life but I am so thankful for a husband who is patient, loving, and absolutely adores his children. I also want to thank my father, who is a wonderful father and grandfather. Baby D has two incredible men to look up to.

We also celebrated my grandmother's 87th birthday. She has shown me to never give up, to stay strong when you start to feel you cannot fight any longer, to love your friends and family with everything you have because you never know when you may being saying goodbye for the last time. She has been battling that awful C-word but she has never given up, even when she thought she wanted to.

Thank you all for being you!

Little Miss L. was allowed to stay up late to see Nik Wallenda walk across the Niagara falls. This was the perfect opportunity to talk to Little Miss L. about having goals and dreams, and never to give up on what you truly believe in.

A little thumbs up for Nik.

This is the face we got when we told her it was now time to go to bed. I think Nik agrees that she may have a little too much attitude.

It's daddy day and the boys decided to have a little fun.

Daddy and his babies.

Peek-a-boo daddy!

Hey, good lookin' what are you up to?

Both kiddos were tired out from playing with daddy all morning. 

Looks real comfy.

Happy Birthday Nan!

Family shot at dinner.

Someone is happy to be at the birthday party.

Little Miss L. helping Nan blow out her candles.

Little Miss L. licked all the icing off her piece and that of others' but left all the cake...

after the icing overload, someone crashed.

My little angel.