Public Market - May 28, 2011

The kids and I went to the Public Market this morning. Rochester's was named the best in the US. Everyone else must have had the same idea today, because the place was packed! It took us about 30 minutes to find a parking spot! We got cheese curds and sharp provolone, giant cookies for the kids, zucchini, tomatoes, and a nice bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich for Noah. We saw Grace's friend Simon there with his Mom, Bridget. Even though the kids won't admit it, they had a good time.

Concerts - May 2011

We were lucky enough to go to both spring concerts at Plank North this year. Last week was Noah's orchestra performance, and Grace sang in the choir. Last night was Grace's band performance. Noah is having fun playing the cello (although not as much fun as playing lacrosse) and Grace thinks she will stick with clarinet next year in middle school.

Long Distance Meet - May 21, 2011

Grace swam in her first Long Distance meet where the pool is set up the long way for a 50m swim. She had a great time learning the ropes. Sorry, no good pictures! Swimming is a hard sport to photograph!

Prom 2011 - May 20, 2011

Our neighbor Krista attended her prom last weekend. It was a beautiful Friday afternoon, and the whole neighborhood turned out to see the girls arrive in their beautiful dresses and the guys in their great tuxes. Here from L to R is me, Grace, Liz, Maya, Krista, Jayne, Kathy, and Michele. We had fun watching the living vicariously through the kids!

Noah turns 10 - May 16, 2011

Noah turned ten and was excited to find new Reebok Zig Tech sneakers in this big box! Also at the bottom was a new iPod touch! He was happy to receive just what he wanted ...

13 Relay - May 6 & 7, 2011

I participated in a 200 mile relay race from Boston to Provincetown at the beginning of May. We had 11 people in two vans who ran 36 legs over a 28 hour period. The weather was beautiful as you can see from this picture of us at Nauset Light Beach on Cape Cod. We had a great time!

Easter 2011

Easter was pretty low key this year. The kids found their baskets pretty quickly! Stacy did a great brunch at her house, and the kids had fun with Charlie!

Stars on Ice - April 7, 2011

We went to see the Stars on Ice tour on April 7. I was lucky enough to get tickets through work which included a dinner and a meet & greet with the skaters beforehand. It was fun to see them close up and have a quick conversation with them. Here is a picture of Grace with her friend Mallory and Todd Eldredge!

Lou at the Rover - April 2

Lou and his brother Al played out at the Irish Rover on April 2. It's always a fun night. I hung out with my Moms in Motion friends!

Champs - March 26, 2011

Grace qualified for the Champs swim meet this year, and it was held on March 26 at MCC. She had a few good swims. Noah was along for the ride as well ... ever the supportive brother!

CYO Basketball

Grace played CYO Basketball with the St. Rita's team this year. At the banquet, she was presented with the ACT award for her attitude, character, and teamwork. She was chosen for this by her teammates and coaches. Considering it was her first year playing (and she isn't Catholic), we were extra proud of her!