Creating New Memories

What greater thing is there for human souls than to feel that they are joined for life - to be with each other in silent unspeakable memories. - George Eliot

We spent July 4th holiday with the Hemmers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island,
I'll let the pictures tell the story...

Emelie shows Uncle Jason all the ducks after July 4th brunch


A July 4th ice cream treat from Friendly's, my favorite Northeastern ice cream chain


Top of the Bay, a restaurant on Oakland Bay in Warwick, RI shows their patriotism. They have yummy friend clams and homemade strawberry shortcake.


The sun sets along the Atlantic


Looking out on the ocean. This Pisces misses the water!


A beautiful 7mth. pregnant Cindy at sunset. Niece #2, Juliette, is due late August.


A wonderful way to pass a Tuesday afternoon, fresh clams and an ice cold lager.


Jason and I enjoying one of our favorite spots, Bristol, RI


We selected to visit over July 4th because Jason's father, Dick, turned 70 on July 6th. Here is Jason presenting his with his "Zuppa" birthday cake. Zuppa is a dangerously delicious Italian rum cake.


Dick with his three boys; Jason, Kurt and Erik enjoying a taste of his birthday gift, Johnny Walker Blue Label Scotch.


Showing off his birthday gift from Emelie, temporary tattoos. This one reads "Arthritis sucks". She has quite the sense of humor for a 2 yr. old:)


Emelie and her mama at brunch. I love this picture!


Kasia waiting her turn during an intense game of miniature golf. Unfortunately the game was cut short after Kasia and I were savagely attacked by a swarm of mosquitoes. I do not miss those pesky bugs!


Dick, Kasia and Kurt riding in the RV on our way to Horseneck Beach in Westport, MA.


Hanging at the beach with Emelie. It was over 100 degrees every afternoon of our visit. The fresh sea air helped us to beat the heat.


Hanging at the beach.


More ocean...


One more shot of the water...


Can you tell that I was beyond thrilled to see the ocean? There is something about the fresh sea air that clears my mind and lifts my soul.

We are thankful for the continued opportunity to develop great memories with family and one another. It was amazing to see our niece Emelie running around, talking, dancing (with ALL Sesame Street characters thanks to Uncle Jason), and making us laugh; we look forward to meeting Juliette. Happiest of Happy Birthdays to Jason's father and Happy July 4th to all!