A day off with kids really isn't a day off. It is a great pleasure and we are sure to have much fun at the pool later. Yesterday was hot and humid and thank goodness there was little sun for the annual Federal Hill kids parade (pics to come). Izzy rode her scooter, all decorated for the holiday and Liam was atop his sister's purple tricycle (when you are two, the color of your bike isn't an issue) also decked out in red, white and blue. Izzy was psyched for the parade and Liam was psyched until we got there. Then between the crowd, the police horses and the overall noise level, psyhed went to freaked out and he was a bit of mess.
So, while I was managing Liam's issues, Izzy scooted in the parade with her friend Emily and her parents. I spent most of the parade urging Liam on, up the hill, push here, push there and to the park. I found Karen and there an promptly tried to swap kids. Of course that only lasted until I upset Izzy by trying to instruct her in the proper way to go downhill on one's scooter. (Never tell a six-yearl old how to do something). Karen intervened and I was back with my little half-back. At this point he just wanted to be carried. So, I did, Trike and all. I told him that he was flying and that he really enjoyed. Back at the parade starting point there were plenty of treats, free flavored ice and singing of patriotic songs. It is really a great neighborhood together that I enjoy very much, despite the heat and humidity. (And this year was cooler than last year).
After the parade we went to the Inner Harbor to ride the carousel and then home for lunch and naps. The afternoon was very sleepy as it got very dark and rainy. Everyone napped except for me. A quick dinner at home and then off to a friend's house for a short get together. Then is was a race back to the city in time for the fireworks. We made it time and for the very first time, Izzy didn't keep her fingers in her ears during the whole performance, just for selected, louder than your average, firework booms. But this I consider as progress.
Posted by robdesign at July 5, 2004 02:48 PMSounds like ya'll had a great holiday.
Posted by: Emily at July 6, 2004 09:56 AM