Last weekend was absolutely beautiful! On Saturday, the first day of spring, we woke up to what I thought to be a perfect day to welcome in the new season. With it being so delightfully warm and sunny outside, Eli wanted to take little Esther and I to our favorite park to spend the day. With our picnic lunch, quilt, and stroller in tow, we headed off to our destination. Needless to say, the park was packed full with people who were also wanting to enjoy the spring sunshine...so packed that we spent about 20 minutes trying to park the car. :) We ended up having quite a time trying to parallel park on a crowded narrow street. My husband gets my praise for that one! I was certainly no help at all. :)
After walking quite a bit, we found a very secluded spot under a shady tree on a hill overlooking the park. The branches filtered the sun onto our quilt...giving perfect warmth to Esther who was busy soaking in all of the bright colors of spring around her... the vibrant blue sky, blooming white trees, little violet flowers growing in the grass, and my bright orange shirt. :) We had such a lovely day! Eli and I enjoyed being able to spend time together on such a beautiful outing, and we were able to talk for a bit while Sugar was busy herself chatting at the leaves and birds above her.
On our way back to the car, we passed by
the gazebo where Eli and I were married and then took our picture by a
blooming tree standing next to the path that I walked down on
our wedding day. It's neat to keep visiting the spot where we had
gotten married so we can reflect on how much our life together has
changed since November 16, 2008. A year ago I would've never thought
that I'd be pushing a stroller carrying a pink-cheeked baby girl around
the very spot that we exchanged our vows and committed our lives to
each other. God's plan for each of our lives is truly amazing! I wonder
where we'll be next year at this time!
Anyway, I have rambled long enough about Saturday...sorry. :) That is how we celebrated the first day of spring!
We have enjoyed being outside also. So glad Spring is here!!
Esther is beautiful as always. I love the dress you had her in.
Lisa Q
Posted by: Lisa Q | March 25, 2010 at 11:42 AM
What a charming family :)
Posted by: Mrs. Jones | March 25, 2010 at 06:25 PM
I loved receiving your beautiful, sweet letter in the mail! I almost cried. It was so precious. I really hope we can get together some time very soon.
This is a great post-- I'm so happy to see you blogging more again! Esther's dress is so feminine and dainty and she looks so sweet.
Posted by: Meredith | March 25, 2010 at 06:47 PM
Yay! You're back to blogging again! I've missed your posts. :D
It looks like you had a beautiful spring day at the park. Esther had grown so much! You have such a beautiful family. :D
Posted by: Emily | March 26, 2010 at 05:17 PM
I want a copy of allll of those pictures :)~Mom
Posted by: Julie | March 30, 2010 at 04:54 AM