Sparty's New Cousin

This is Castle, Chelle's new dog! We all LOVE her so much . . . it's given me the puppy bug =)

Four years ago today these kids got married . . .

I didn't quite make it into the family picture . . .

But we've more than made up for that now =)

Nate and Kriste, congratulations on four years . . . We love you guys and could not ask for better friends, more loving family, more fun travel buddies, or favorite-er brother-in-laws!

Charleston . . . yes, again

Charleston is appearing to be our 1 and only get away destination (at least that doesn't involve 25lb backpacks and no showers) . . . not that I mind at all!

Greg was able to take the day off on Thursday and we drove down south for a day trip. We had a wonderful date-day walking around the open air market, battery park, checking out all the beautiful gardens and getting ideas for our own house, and, of course, a great seafood dinner. It's rare that I get Greg to myself for an entire day, so to have him for an entire day in such a fun city was a real treat.

On the steps of the Customs House

We loved the ivy growing on the steps as well as the checkerboard path . . . maybe oneday . . .

And what would a date-day be without ben and jerry's ice cream?