Suprise around the corner....

I've taught Paige to look for unexpected treats....we say, 'you never know when there might be a surprise around the corner!' Last weekend we had two suprises around the corner - both in the form of Bastille Days, a summertime celebration at Santana Row, our local entertainment/ shopping/dining mecca. After the baby shower on Saturday, I was craving some fettucine alfredo, so after some moderate cleanup, we drove over to Pasta Pomodoro on the row. After a yummy dinner al fresco, bath and bedtime were looming, but we decided to take a little walk to digest our din-din. What do you know? In the middle of the street were tents, a stage, and music. Paige and I wormed our way to the front and sat down on the ground, while Ed stood with the other onlookers. We ended up seeing a 30 minute performance of Cirque de Soleil....so cool. I've never seen them before, and can't believe we got front row at a free show.

The next day held another surprise. After a birthday party held at a location near the famous 'row', we headed over for 'poodles on parade', a continuation of Bastille Days. Our friends were there to show off their dog and three month old daughter, and we hoped to run into them. Again, we angled to find a good spot near the stage just as the announcer called our friends' names as being 'on deck.' It was so fun to see them and snap pics. Afterwards, the party really started. Some other friend had arrived and someone learned that the restaurant on one side of the street was selling bottles of wine half price. Oh boy. We ended up hanging out for hours. The kids took over the stage after the dog show, as the DJ spun hits. A balloon man showed up. And the parents enjoyed the 'refreshments.' Summer at it's best.

Have you had any 'surprises around the corner lately?'