"Have you noticed that this church smells like diapers?"
Yes my dear friends, I went to a baptism. Not just any baptism either, I went to Miss Eva Cate's baptism. I'm pretty sure Ashley was beyond shocked when I showed up. I wish I had gotten a picture of the look on her face when I walked up.
It was perfect too because I called her from the hotel and pretended like I was just checking to see how the prep was going for the party. I found out she was in the back yard doing some work. I asked her about the weather and then tell her, "it's the same here too." Honestly I didn't even have to lie in that conversation. So we pull up to the house and Miss Connie is there and looks just as surprised. We walk around the back and I say something like, "Don't work too hard." Ashley turns and looks - her mouth wide open, saying nothing. For like a whole minute. I've never seen Ashley that quiet.
We had a great trip even though the hotels were less than stellar. The baptism was very cool (my first Catholic one) and Eva Cate was perfect. The party was fun and the food was great.
DC was awesome as usual. Saturday night I took mom to the WWII memorial and it was so cool to see at night. Actually this is the second time I've seen it at night. The first time was after it had opened and they didn't have the lights working. So essentially there were security guys in golf carts with the headlights pointed at the memorial. This time it was much better. Sunday morning we drove around Alexandria and mom fell in love with it.
Sunday night we drove down towards Richmond which turned out to be a good idea. Then yesterday we had breakfast at Aunt Sarah's Pancake House (not as good as I remembered) and were home by 2:30pm. I'm exhausted today but it was worth it. Plus we finally got my grandmother up north so it worked out really well.
I didn't end up taking very many pictures but here are a couple from the baptism.
It was perfect too because I called her from the hotel and pretended like I was just checking to see how the prep was going for the party. I found out she was in the back yard doing some work. I asked her about the weather and then tell her, "it's the same here too." Honestly I didn't even have to lie in that conversation. So we pull up to the house and Miss Connie is there and looks just as surprised. We walk around the back and I say something like, "Don't work too hard." Ashley turns and looks - her mouth wide open, saying nothing. For like a whole minute. I've never seen Ashley that quiet.
We had a great trip even though the hotels were less than stellar. The baptism was very cool (my first Catholic one) and Eva Cate was perfect. The party was fun and the food was great.
DC was awesome as usual. Saturday night I took mom to the WWII memorial and it was so cool to see at night. Actually this is the second time I've seen it at night. The first time was after it had opened and they didn't have the lights working. So essentially there were security guys in golf carts with the headlights pointed at the memorial. This time it was much better. Sunday morning we drove around Alexandria and mom fell in love with it.
Sunday night we drove down towards Richmond which turned out to be a good idea. Then yesterday we had breakfast at Aunt Sarah's Pancake House (not as good as I remembered) and were home by 2:30pm. I'm exhausted today but it was worth it. Plus we finally got my grandmother up north so it worked out really well.
I didn't end up taking very many pictures but here are a couple from the baptism.
I've never seen Mark grin so much since his wedding day.
posted by UhLisa | 7:33 AM
4 Comments:
I never saw pics of Ashley pregnant and I'm not so convinced she ever was- she looks GREAT!!!!
They look like such a happy family!
Awww, so cute! Eva Cate is such an adorable baby! They're a fabulous looking family!
And I'm glad to hear you had such a good trip! Now I want pancakes.
Mmmmm, pancakes.
I know Ash has got some belly shots somewhere so maybe she'll send you one.
It really was a great trip and I'm so glad I went.
Glad you had a good trip.:) Was that Aunt Sarah's in Richmond? I've been there!
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