July in Fire Island

We spent another glorious sun-filled weekend in Fair Harbor, Fire Island, sadly, the last of the Summer for us. We were afraid it would be spent in-doors, as stormy weather was planned. The thunder and rain pounded all night but gave way to warmth and sun each morning. It was great because the beach sand was moist and perfect for digging sandcastles. As usual, we biked, BBQ'd, beached, walked and enjoyed the company of our house mates, friends and each other.

4th of July Fireworks

We celebrated th 4th of July with an unobstructed view of the Macy's Firework display over the Hudson River. Normally, it's in the east river but to commemorate the birthday of Henry Hudson, they moved it. Which was perfect for us since Rahav has a huge balcony on the 21st floor that overlooked all of the fireworks. We had 30+ people over, including my good friend's Patti, Jeff and their adorable 3 month old daughter Kaia.

Dante got a bit freaked out when the show started and kept clinging to us but never letting his gaze leave the spectacular display. He insisted on watching from behind the window and then would creep out every so often to test his nerves. Weeks later, he's still waking up saying "Fireworks, scary, cool fireworks." This is the first memory he's held onto. Rahav and I wonder if it will be his firs imprinted memory to recall years to come.

Mermaid Day Parade & Coney Island: June 2008

We took Dante to the annual Coney Island Mermaid Day parade - in the rain, of course. Beforehand, we prepped him about what a mermaid was so he could point them out, which he did "There's a mermaid, Oh, There's another mermaid" over and over again, delighting everyone in ear shot. Due to the drizzly weather, the parade wasn't as spectacular as previous years. We took Dante to the kiddie park and put him on his first solo ride - a helicoper, in the pouring rain. Nervous Abba and I thought for sure Dante wouldn't be content riding all by himself. Boy did he prove us wrong, he happily went in the helicopter and waved each time he went by us :-)