Memorial Day 08

Charlie and Mallory groovin' to the classy marching band tunes. Took me back to the days when I was a marcher myself (I know, I know...)--that purple and gold 100% polyester outfit was not designed for hot temperatures...or really for any type of public performance in the 21st century.

It was like the parade was custom-made for Charlie. Shined up diggers and loaders, does it get any better?

The best seat in the house for Mallory.

This photo may not look significant, but it is--very. Charlie is actually offering his most prized possession (other than his blanket and Chops that is) "Scoop" the digger to Mallory-hmm!

The cutest little flag bearer in town--Little Violet Downie.

Char and "big boy" Hayden pal-in' around in the yard.

Sweet little Tori Ferguson. Love that pony tail!

A Memorial Day picnic at my Uncle Bob's in East Aurora. They have a gorgeous house and property. Here's my beautiful cuz Arianne with our Gramps (he'll be 90 this year). Funny story. My cousins from DC aren't up very often so they were asking Grandpa the name of our baby (Amelia) when we were walking up. Grandpa paused and thought, then replied in all seriousness, "I think it's Ezekiel." Ha! His confusion actually has a little logic behind it. My cousin Manda had a boy "Malacai" a few months ago. Apparently Grandpa got his great grand babies and his bible prophets messed up...We can't be too hard on him since he has 7 kids, 39 grandkids, and 9 great grands to keep track of (oh and two more on the way). That count might need to be verified by the family historian (Aunt Lynnie).

Mia's getting to know her rellies, Etta and Heather.

Such a beautiful place for parties (hint, hint). We found out that Donna and Bill are engaged and planning to get married in the fall. Congrats!

Our sweet tart--mostly sweet.

Amelia's cousin and a favorite babysitter;)--Victoria.

Building blocks with Papa. Don't knock it over!!


Hey, Pops, where'd Charlie go? Nice, sturdy construction you've got going there.