isn’t it a lovely day to be caught in the rain?

At least that was what I was saying before I foolishly decided to venture out in the rain and pure yuck with a squalling 2 ½ month old. But I had errands to run, and I decided to be brave. It wasn’t until after we were both wet, cranky and in the middle of Wal-Mart that I remembered – I am not brave. But, considering it was our first real solo trip around town, I really can’t complain. Ammon was good… It was me. But they say practice makes perfect. So we try again.

Ammon fell asleep in his swing again today, giving me the chance to get several things done. It is because of this wonderful invention that I was able to get a shower today – something that Ammon, Brian and the women at the baby shower I attended this evening are probably eternally grateful for.

All in all, it was a lovely day – I couldn’t have asked for better company.

The weather is frightening,
The thunder and lightning
Seem to be having their way,
But as far as I'm concerned,
It's a lovely day.
The turn in the weather
Will keep us together
So I can honestly say
That as far as I'm concerned,
It's a lovely day and everything’s okay.
Isn't this a lovely day to be caught in the rain?
You were going on your way,
Now you've got to remain.
Just as you were going,
Leaving me all at sea,
The clouds broke, they broke,
And oh what a break for me.
I can see the sun up high,
Though we're caught in a storm.
I can see where you and I could be cozy and warm.
Let the rain pitter patter,
But it really doesn't matter
If the skies are grey.
Long as I can be with you,
It's a lovely day.

Words and music by Irving Berlin – introduced by Fred Astaire in the film "Top Hat"