Lauren and I had a pretty uneventful flight from Atlanta to Milwaukee-- other than the fact that I caused a fracas in the security line because I inadvertently left our portable DVD player in my backpack/diaper bag. WHOOOOPS, she says sheepishly. Lauren was GREAT on the flight, and even took a short nap. Dad picked the two of us up in Milwaukee, and Lauren went to him right away and even gave him a kiss. She doesn't dole those out to just anyone! I was so glad to see her warm up to my family since she rarely sees them. I guess that "Who Loves Baby" picture book we look at during diaper changes is working!
Nana insisted that we come directly to the big Racine parade (the longest in WI, you know!). She was so happy to see us, and my cousin Gina had front row seats for all the Huck's at her beautiful home on Main Street. That's Rock Star Parking for the Parade for sure.
Lauren and Nana checking out the floats, etc. Lauren actually thought the parade was pretty cool, though she was puzzled by all the people walking in the street since, according to Mama and Daddy that is a big NO NO!
Kate, Lauren (in an "It's a Mimi" original!) and Uncle Paul
Here we are with my brother Paul and my sister-in-law Kelly who came down from Minneapolis for the weekend.
It was such a beautiful day in Racine-- mid 70's with a fantastic breeze coming off the lake. After weeks in the 90s here in Hotlanta, it sure felt great to us! It was the perfect day to picnic, so that is what we did. Mom prepared all the favorite 4th of July fixin's: brats, coleslaw, and even a flag jello mold....impressive! Kelly's parents also came down from MN for the 4th, so they joined in the fun that included my cousin Sara (the "other" Sarah Huck), Aunt Melissa, and Uncle Dan.
Here Lauren gets a ride from her great-uncle Dan (my dad's youngest brother).
After much needed naps (and while Mommy CONTINUED to nap!) Lauren got in some good snuggles with her Nana, who bragged that she got hold her like this for over 45 mins. Yes, my mother was indeed in Grandma Heaven!
We certainly weren't going to make it 'til the fireworks, but we had a great day, and it was wonderful to be "home".
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Finally! I'm in the blog... Not once, not twice, but three times! Woot!
Kelly and I had a lot of fun visting with everyone, ut especially Lauren. She was very very good, I thought.
And yes, I'd say your book is working, Kate.
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