Little Italy.

As Eric and I completed our tour of the Midwest, we were able to stop to eat lunch in Cleveland my sister-in-law Emily.  We met in Little Italy for some delicious (unhealthy and greasy) pizza.  We visited the world famous Mama Santa Pizzeria.  It was good!

We missed Emily during our Midwest visit and were glad to have a little time to visit and catch up with her. We ate pizza, walked around to experience the Italian culture, and tried some delicacies from a bakery. It was a nice way to unwind on our way back from our crazy month long trip.

Family Bowling.

Nothing is better than a family bowling trip.

Backyard Beach.

I feel like on a 110 degree day the only options are to hide in the air conditioning of your home or be fully submerged in water. While at my sister's home we broke out the backyard beach, fully equipped with a beach umbrella, sandbox, kiddy car wash, splash pad, and baby pool.  I was more of a supervisor considering the backyard activities were designed for children under the age of 6.  

Nonetheless, my five year old niece found a great deal of joy in splashing me with ice cold water.  

Farmer's Market.

I love a good farmer's market.  Whether in Illinois, Indiana, or Virginia I have been able to locate a wonderful resource for fresh and delicious fruits and vegetables.  While in Indiana Eric and I accompanied my sister and nieces to the South Bend farmer's market.  We weren't there long considering that local meteorologist were calling this day the hottest and most humid of the summer.  But hey, 110 degrees, no big deal!  We were there just long enough to buy cookies, fruit, and ribs.  All you need to survive!