May 2016

This past weekend we took a day trip to NYC to see some America’s Cup racing. The boats are currently on a promotional tour around the world to promote the big race in Bermuda this summer. Unfortunately of the two days of racing they had in NYC we were there for the one that was delayed for weather. They ended up only getting one race it, but it was still cool to see.

The American team on Oracle, Japanese team behind them

Keeping with the nautical theme we went to the Seaport Museum and toured their boat, anchored in the harbor. We let the girls get gummy candy, and Lauren is apparently unable to break her hand away long enough to take this picture.

May 10, 2016

Mother’s Day 2016

After a week straight of rain the sun finally peeked out on Mother’s Day. We took advantage and did a little bike ride and picnic in a beautiful park in our neighborhood.

Me and my girls

A week before Mother’s Day I did the annual Philly Broad Street Run. It’s the largest 10 miler in the country with 40,000 runners. This was my first race since having the kids. And unfortunately it was wet and cold. But Dave and the kids were troopers and came out to cheer me on anyway! It was what got me through the first 6 miles and totally worth seeing their smiling faces and homemade sign (paint still wet). I finished in 1:33 and won’t ever run that race in the rain again!

The cheering squad

May 10, 2016

Daddy Daughter Dance

Daddy Daughter Dance

Dave took the girls to the annual Daddy Daughter Dance at the Union League recently. Last year it was just him and Sophie, but this year Lauren was big enough to go. They were both very excited. I met them at the end of the evening (moms strictly forbidden) right when they were turning into total puddles on the floor. I think it was a good night 😉

Here’s the handsome trio.

May 10, 2016

Easter 2016

This year we went to Charlottesville for Easter. We had a little break in the cold weather – enough to have an Easter egg hunt on the campus of UVa. And another one back at Mom and Dad’s house. Never enough candy, right?