We went for a hike today in the nearby mountains. After 4 years of living in New Jersey we are still amazed at the things to do and the beauty of the state (considering its NJ and gets such a bad rap). The hike was a moderate one about 3 miles long. We took both dogs. It was stress getting everyone going but worth it in the end.
Where we hiked is the county ski slopes in the winter (hence the chair lift in the background of the photo). Chloe was so excited on the walk because she spotted a deer and her fawn who were shadowing us along the crest of the mountain.
Later in the day we went out to eat for Chloe's birthday (which is Monday). We went to a hibachi restaurant with fabulous views of the mountains and NYC (unfortunately it was a cloudy, foggy evening and the views were obscured). Chloe had a great time at the restaurant. There was a koi pond and our chef kept her enthralled all during dinner with his cooking. She wanted to watch him cook and didn't want to eat.
Peter, our chef & entertainer.
We sat at the table with a family of four. They live in a nearby town now but were originally from Scotland, very close to where Matt's grandfather lived. They were nice and very accomodating of our little screamer, Oliver.
You're never to young to learn to eat with chopsticks. **If you think this kid looks like he is a riot and a ham, you'd be correct. He's pretty darn cute and personable when he isn't making your ears bleed!**
Chloe wanted to wear her silk robe a friend brought back for her from Thailand. It was the perfect accessory.
Mommy, Chloe & Oliver enjoying dinner.
Daddy, Chloe and Oliver outside the restaurant.
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