Mimi Comes to Town

A couple of weekends ago, my best friend Mary came to town for a visit. We had an awesome time! We went out to eat, drank mojitos, went to the beach, and hung out with Lucy. We even taught Lucy how to say "Mimi" since "Mary" is too hard for her to say at this point. I am always sad when Mary leaves.
We went out for custard at Rita's and we let Lucy have a little sample. Lucy became grouchy when we told her "no more" and she kept signing for "more," pleading for just one more bite. Like father like daughter.
Of course in true Baltimore style we had to go out for some crabs. We left Lucy home with Don and were able to have some quality girl talk without the distraction of a toddler running around.
The highlight of the weekend was when we went to Sandy Point Beach which is only about a 45 minute drive away. The beach is located right near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Lucy really enjoyed herself. She has totally out grown her fear of the sand. In fact she was so comfortable we were even able to bury her in the sand.
No matter how many sippy cups I bring for her, all she wants to drink is my water bottle.

Don and Lucy enjoyed a swim together. The weather was perfect and Lucy even took a one hour nap in her stroller on the beach. We couldn't believe it! She NEVER falls asleep in her stroller. It was such a treat to have a little time to ourselves to nap and read our books.