Hayward - in a few photos

My sister, my cousin & I all have August birthdays & it's been a tradition since childhood to sort of celebrate them together. When we were little this meant going to Como Park with the fam for a picnic, or having a birthday 'party' while all camping together - but as we've gotten older it means Girls' Weekend. Leaving the 6 kids between us (all 4 or under) behind, meeting up somewhere fun, playing games, doing puzzles, drinking wine, eating good food, and most importantly, sleeping. My Mom & Aunt are always ridiculous spot-on with gifts & it's just an awesome time.

I leave you with a few photos of our weekend.







As you can see we're party animals. My cousin & aunt did go kayaking on Saturday afternoon. I was tempted to join them, but decided the peace & quiet of the cabin, my book, knitting & puzzle-doing with my sister was too much to pass up. It was very relaxing. The weekend went FAR too fast.

Comments

Meigan said…
Ahh, looks wonderful!
10:47 PM
Unknown said…
Happy Birthday and the pictures were great.
1:34 PM
Sarah in Scotland said…
Looks like you had a lovely time! Happy Birthday a day early :)
11:28 AM
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