Father's Day 2009

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We had a really nice (kicked back!) Father's Day this year. We made Daddy his favorite (easy) Breakfast - Everything Bagel w/ cream cheese, lox, onions & capers. Then we visited the South Coast Botanic Garden. We had a little picnic, but were a little disappointed to learn that the designated picnic space is in an area adjacent to (noisy) Crenshaw and the entrance to the park. Boo! Owen kept creeping & wandering rather close to the driveway/entrance which took away from out picnic enjoyment. Oh well! Gail had told me how wonderful it was to have a picnic inside the park, but they no longer apparently allow that. The kids really liked the Children's Garden and I was really impressed with the place. How great to have a treasure like that so close to us!

After the garden visit, we quickly realized the kids were exhausted so we decided to make a stop at Grandma's & Grandpa's to nap them. Originally we had planned on just napping Owen and taking Lily to see her first movie, but we did some research and realized that UP probably would not be appropriate. So Grandpa Renny and Dar ended up going to see Star Trek. They really liked it!

We met them up at the Promenade Marmalade's and had a lovely Mojito - infused dinner. A great day for Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa & kids alike! And NO DISHES or mess! I think maybe we should use this day as a model for Mother's day as well next time. HINT HINT!