For my Canadian readers, it’s the unofficial start of summer! What are you doing this Victoria Day long weekend?
Years ago, “May 2-4” meant a lot of things to me – predominantly booze, barbecues and bikinis. Planning a trip to the cottage, lake or (if weather permitted) beach required much organization and resources, a task that is still undertaken by truckloads of teens today.
When my partying days were over, I looked forward to what every working gal does – a day off. There was still booze and barbecues… but rather than keep the party going through ’til Monday night, Victoria Day long weekend represented a chance to sleep in and unwind.
(For my American friends, Victoria Day is a Canadian public holiday that occurs each year in May to commemorate the birthday of Queen Victoria.)
Then, last year, a little angel changed my perception of this holiday forever…
Happy Victoria Day everybody!
Happy 1st Birthday Reid!!!! I know exactly how you feel (about the May 2-4 weekend) Lena!!!!When I was younger, May 2-4 was about bbq, drinks and being close to a body of water (be it a pool, lake or cottage)…but now, I too, have been blessed with two amazing gifts!! My daughter turns 5 today (May 20th) and my son turns 2 next Friday (May 27th)…so the Victoria Day long weekend now means something so much more!!! :-D
I found with both my boys, that first year zipped by so fast that I was in a state of shock at their first b-days. But things just become more fun from here on :)Wishing you a fabulous, rain-free weekend with your boys, and a big Happy Birthday to Reid!!
You look absolutely gorgeous and relaxed after labour! I hope I look that good when it's my turn!
as if you look that gorgeous after giving birth! lol well, Happy birthday to your little man! big milestone indeed! yup, May 2-4 has really changed now that we are older but still holds some of the best memories!
Aaaw, what a great story! Happy first birthday Reid and happy Victoria day to all :)
Happiest 1st Birthday Reid :0)
@Josie.K. – Josie! Happy belated to your sweet little girl, and Happy Birthday to your little guy for Friday! Eeek! You SO know where I'm coming from!@Shauna – Thank you so much darling! You have been so supportive of me, particularly during Reid's first year! Nothing but love for you! xo@Bewildered Bug – ha! Reid was a scheduled c-section… not a minute of labour, and ample time to apply bronzer :)@MVTB – don't you know? I roll out of bed gorgeous, bahaha!@LizeDee & TinyTotsx2 – thank you dolls!
Happy Birthday, Reid! You have such a beautiful family! Hope you're enjoying the long weekend, Lena. xx