more bookish and granddaughter (and daughter!) delight

Saturday my girls and I planned on going to Books & Brews. Hannah and I headed up to Mikayla's midmorning. Had some quality time with Murphy while Mikayla and Phoebe were finishing getting ready.

It was a short trek from her place but sadly we were a little disappointed. It was more of a bookish themed coffee shop. They did have books for sale but not many. It was a cute little spot and one I would frequent- perhaps, if it was more near by.

We all got lattes- and they were pretty good. We just wanted more books- so we decided to continue on to a "real" bookstore. The River's End Bookstore, in Oswego. 

But we were also hungry and decided lunch first! We went to Riverwalk Bagels- where Laura and I had a fabulous little lunch on my birthday a couple years back.... this time was weird.... and I felt a little bad that I talked it up so much. But to be fair is was mainly the cashier that gave us weird vibes.  The bagels were delicious! Mikayla and I both got turkey sandwiches and Hannah an Italian one.

After that we had the bright idea to go visit Dylan where he was working at Harbor Fest- "near-by". We thought it would be a quick walk and then we could hit the bookstore on our way back. It was both much hotter and much farther than we anticipated (and uphill). But we made it. Dylan treated us to ice cream cones from Ben and Jerry's food truck. 

Unfortunately, Phoebe woke up and was so hungry about the time we headed back to the bookstore.  She cried the entire walk back and we all felt so terrible for her. We were so relieved to reach the bookshop and AC! There was a table and chairs in the front corner where Mikayla was able to feed the hangry baby. We all had a much needed respite.

I treated us all to a new book!

from left to right- Hannah, Amy, Mikayla & Phoebe's picks

Yesterday morning I had a doctor appointment and so did Phoebe about an hour apart at the same doctor office. So naturally we all went to lunch together! 

We also hit up Hobby Lobby. Mikayla for some scrapbooking supplies and me for some more watercolor paper. We also saw a couple friends. 💖

Back home I shaped this lovely loaf I baked this morning.  I had a book break and enjoyed a coldbrew coffee while I read a chapter.

 

After dinner, I did a little watercolor and caught up on the June and July BOM quilt blocks!

All in all it was a lovely extended weekend.

Baby Shower!

 Saturday was our baby shower for Mikayla and Dylan. It was spectacular! 💖  I am so thankful for everyone who helped out to pull off this amazing event for our girl.

I love this couple so much and can't wait to watch them become PARENTS!

Mikayla gave her siblings these Uncle and Auntie Tees

I finished Princess Sparkles quilt on Thursday morning. I could not wait to give it to Mikayla at the shower! 💖

I used the same quilt pattern I made for her when I was expecting her- 27 years ago.

One of our local libraries had a Pooh tote bag for sale so I purchased it for the gift bag.

Also had these made for Dylan and Baby. 😊

It was such a delightful day. My heart overflowing with thankfulness and joy. I can not wait to meet this sweet new baby girl. I can't wait to read all the books with her and teach her to bake all the things and go on so many grand adventures. 💖

Good Samaritan 5K

 Saturday Mikayla and I participated in the Good Samaritan 5K. This year we walked it. It felt pretty nice and relaxing.

It rained a little but not too bad.  Felt good to spend some quality time with my girl.

After we finished we went out for breakfast to a restaurant I had never heard of begore. The All Night Eggplant. It was a little diner like place a few minutes away.  It was small and crowded and it took awhile to get our food. But we were content to sit and chat.

All in all not a bad way to spend a Saturday morning. =)