Charlotte hits Stanley Park

A true west coast kid, Charlotte hit Stanley Park for her first time today. The sun was out and we had the park to ourselves. I remember coming here as a kid and loving it. She slept the whole way through but that fresh air and sunshine did her good. Note some of the old Zoo exhibit architecture. We finished up the outing with some fish & chips from the Raincity Grill’s take out window. All Ocean Wise™ and packaged in biodegradable containers complete with bamboo forks. Where else in Vancouver can you get a chef prepared seafood lunch for $10? Love it.

Expressionism

We were having a fun time on the sofa until things turned sour. It’s amazing what a little gas can do to a girl. One burp after this shoot and she was back to being lovely. It’s amazing to witness the intention of expression as she approaches one month old.

First stroller session…

Jody seized a break in the weather to take Charlotte out for her first stroller cruise in the neighborhood. She cried upon being loaded in but then absolutely loved the ride. She was super alert and took it all in—lots to look at around the park despite all the leaves being on the ground.

To les girls!

We had a fab birthday brunch courtesy of Grandma C for Charlotte, Jody and Grandma K. Homemade bread made from wheat we planted back in the summer with Urban Grains, mussels from Saltspring Island and some well chilled Prosecco. This was followed by chocolate cake and more knitwear from Grandma C. Every Sunday should be so civilized!