Well, Ashley beat me to it, but I thought I’d post some pictures of our valley adventures. We had a great weekend, and I think Josh was happy I planned this little trip for his birthday. We got to do quite a few things and surprisingly, the rain held off the whole time (mind you, on the way home, it made up for it).
So Friday we all got off work a little early (which was nice, since we had to drive for a couple hours to get there) and we took off around…well I don’t know what time it was, but we got there around 8:30 I think. It was still light out, so we got to get a nice look at the luscious cottage that we rented. It was awesome! Decorating from I don’t know what era (straw hats with peach ribbon bows, cross stitched artwork, a couch borrowed from my great grandmother…), but it did the trick. A roof over our head was all we needed and all we got really. The sleep was less than desirable, 
but 
hey, we had satellite t.v so really… (Ashley and I later decided that maybe they should ditch the t.v idea and work more on getting nicer sleeping arrangements). We had a nice view from the deck though (if it hadn’t been foggy we could have seen the water and New Brunswick) and we had a campfire, which is really all I wanted, so score on that one. 
Chad and I were first to have s’mores and they were darn good. I flipping love roasted marshmallows and kinda want some right now…
Here we are, enjoying the quality time together. I wish we didn’t have to work so much, we could do this more often.
So we went to bed after watching some t.v and playing some games. When we woke up the next morning, we were excited to see that it wasn’t raining, so we packed up (after Josh and Chad had a little visit to the pool) and headed to the Upper Clements Wildlife Park.
I won’t lie, it wasn't as nice as I was expecting, but the comments about feces was well worth it (thank you Josh and Chad for providing the entertainment).
Since the zoo lasted about 2 hours less than expected, we went into “town” and visited some touristy things. We had lunch at this really awful pub, which was later overlooked cause I had some darn good ice cream afterwards.
So Friday we all got off work a little early (which was nice, since we had to drive for a couple hours to get there) and we took off around…well I don’t know what time it was, but we got there around 8:30 I think. It was still light out, so we got to get a nice look at the luscious cottage that we rented. It was awesome! Decorating from I don’t know what era (straw hats with peach ribbon bows, cross stitched artwork, a couch borrowed from my great grandmother…), but it did the trick. A roof over our head was all we needed and all we got really. The sleep was less than desirable, 
but 
hey, we had satellite t.v so really… (Ashley and I later decided that maybe they should ditch the t.v idea and work more on getting nicer sleeping arrangements). We had a nice view from the deck though (if it hadn’t been foggy we could have seen the water and New Brunswick) and we had a campfire, which is really all I wanted, so score on that one. 
Chad and I were first to have s’mores and they were darn good. I flipping love roasted marshmallows and kinda want some right now…Here we are, enjoying the quality time together. I wish we didn’t have to work so much, we could do this more often.
So we went to bed after watching some t.v and playing some games. When we woke up the next morning, we were excited to see that it wasn’t raining, so we packed up (after Josh and Chad had a little visit to the pool) and headed to the Upper Clements Wildlife Park.
I won’t lie, it wasn't as nice as I was expecting, but the comments about feces was well worth it (thank you Josh and Chad for providing the entertainment).Since the zoo lasted about 2 hours less than expected, we went into “town” and visited some touristy things. We had lunch at this really awful pub, which was later overlooked cause I had some darn good ice cream afterwards.
We visited Fort Anne (I think that’s what it was called) and then headed to the gold course. I think this was my favourite part of the day because of the golf carts! 
I think golf carts should be used in shopping malls and other areas from now on. I loved it. I had some fun golfing too, but I wasn’t very good at it. The holes were very long and sometimes it took me a good 8 strokes to even get to the green. Josh and Chad were a bit better. I am glad Ashley and I were playing about the same so I wasn’t the only one holding people back. Actually, now that I think about it, Ashley and I were like speed golfers so the boys were holding us up!
We ended out trip with a stop at the New Minas Boston Pizza (clearly the happening spot in that town) and then a scary drive back into the city (the rain was coming down in buckets…I could have cried, but I didn’t wanna look like a dork so I just tried to keep my eyes closed!) I guess we got home around 10:30ish and we were zonked. It was a nice time with good friends, and I hope we can do it again in the future. Maybe this time we can actually go tidal bore rafting (Ashley, you’re planning this one, I am never calling that place again!)
I think golf carts should be used in shopping malls and other areas from now on. I loved it. I had some fun golfing too, but I wasn’t very good at it. The holes were very long and sometimes it took me a good 8 strokes to even get to the green. Josh and Chad were a bit better. I am glad Ashley and I were playing about the same so I wasn’t the only one holding people back. Actually, now that I think about it, Ashley and I were like speed golfers so the boys were holding us up!We ended out trip with a stop at the New Minas Boston Pizza (clearly the happening spot in that town) and then a scary drive back into the city (the rain was coming down in buckets…I could have cried, but I didn’t wanna look like a dork so I just tried to keep my eyes closed!) I guess we got home around 10:30ish and we were zonked. It was a nice time with good friends, and I hope we can do it again in the future. Maybe this time we can actually go tidal bore rafting (Ashley, you’re planning this one, I am never calling that place again!)
In the meantime, here is a cute shot of Ashley and I (I work with her mum). I think she likes me soley because I am responsible for the slushies! Oh, and clearly, she is enjoying her summer, look at her tan compared to mine...I sure miss being 7! Hope you all have a great weekend, and hope we do too!
He got some nice gifts, including this game called the Potty Putter. Which was mega funny, and we totally set it up when we got home to try out (pants on mind you).
It got quite warm in the kitchen while I was lighting them all, I tell you. The evening continued with a nice little visit with some friends whom we never get to see (Karen, I am talking about you!) Speaking of Karen, I went to her shower (super fun) and am waiting on pictures from that. Here she is holding Morgan for the first time, and realizing she totally wants a baby!
She was super stoked that they came over and sang to her, and even more thrilled that she got to spin the birthday wheel. 
She won a cool mug. So, happy b-day Lynds. Oh, and this year for her b-day she got the biggest gift ever, a new house. Her and Darren moved in on her actual birthday and I am excited to go visit and use her firepit outback! S'mores!
Overexposed Kristen (one of my fav. girls in nursery)
Kristen and her daddy, Kevin
Big sister Monica (Kristen’s sister)
Gracie’s all smiles (Chloe slept almost the whole time we were out)
Madison lovin’ the slide (still wearing her helmet from bike riding)
Teeg right before mummy, Kim, gets him with the bug spray
Lookin’ a little lost
Tate and mummy, Karlee
Clearly it wasn’t a parents night out…we basically owned the park with the strollers, kids, snacks, bikes etc. And Dayzee May was too cute, putting up with all the curious kiddies.
Josh and Gracie (he’s totally ready for daddy-dom right?)
That’s all I got. This week holds some of Josh’s b-day festivities, so I will be sure to get some pictures of that. Thanks for stoppin’ by.
It was a nice time, and actually good planning since Kristi was down to visit. Her and Joyce are about a month apart in due dates, I think, so we had a nice little photo shoot with the bellies. 
Haha, can you imagine if I looked like this for real, I’d be the ugliest pregnant woman ever, talk about misshapen tummy! 
So that was Friday afternoon, and then on Friday evening a bunch of us gals went out to dinner to celebrate Kat’s b-day. I love getting together with a bunch of girls to chat and hang out. 
I think we’ve decided that we’re going to make it a once a month thing, to celebrate all the birthdays for that month. Anyone interested (if you are a girl) is more than welcome to come! Also, since I am a pro baby stealer, feel free to bring your little ones along.
So, that’s Friday. On Saturday I went with Meaghan and Jason to Leon’s to look at furniture (I may be a little obsessed) and then I came home and had a nap. That evening we had them over for supper. The boys had bbq salmon and Meags and I stuck with some more land-loving choices. After we digested our food a little, we went to the driving range. Here are some hot model poses from that. 
Oh, and funny story: Josh and Jason were using Josh's clubs, Jason had a driver and was hitting some balls and all the sudden, we hear Jason go "whoops" and we see this brown thing rolling around on the field. We all thought it was a bird that Jason hit or something, but actually, it was the head of the driver...it had flung off when he hit a ball. It was sooooo funny. Jason was like super sorry and Josh was laughing so hard. It was an old club and it had a hole in the bottom anyways so yea, all fun and games. No one lost an eye.
I am sure the people at the café weren’t to happy about us all in there, but whatever. We were good and put our seats back when we were done. I got a Skinny Chocolate, quelle suprise, and it was yummy as per usual. Clearly, since there are like 3 straws in the cup, there was some sharing going on, and they all loved it too.
It was a nice time to just sit and relax and talk. The movie was good too. I loved the other two Oceans movies, and this one was just as good. I recommend it for sure. Plus, worse case, you have to look at Brad, George and Matt for a few hours, sigh!
Friday evening I was supposed to hang out with Amanda before she moves, but it didn’t work out, so Josh and I rented Click (Adam Sandler). It was ok, but not really my type of movie. We both fell asleep before it was over, confessions of the working-class heros I know.
Ashley and I went together and we had a nice time. As always, I am in my element when I am mingling and baby stealing (it’s become somewhat of an art you know). Ashley is a baby stealer too, so we can't point fingers soley at me.
After the shower was over (Tanya and Karlee, you did a great job planning, it went super well) Ash and I went to Old Navy for a bit and then I dropped her off and went home for an afternoon nap. I had to pick Josh up from work at 7:30 so I picked up some groceries before and then got him. We are in the midst of furniture shopping, so we stopped by a few places to look, but nothing jumped out. We, thank heavens, made it home for Flip This House, Josh’s favourite show, and then went to bed.
