Frances's new best friend

After a very family-filled week in Maine, we headed for home. Shortly thereafter, my cousin Nina joined us. Frances thought she was the absolute best. Sometimes Frances will be a little shy of men with loud voices, but apparently young English women can't be beat.

I could say we had a nice time hosting Nina, but really Nina graciously included us on her Boston explorations. We returned to the Swan Boats. This time around, we got a picture of the actual swan, although I'm afraid the picture doesn't make the concept of a boat propelled by a giant swan any less strange.

Cousin Nina is the smiling woman on the right (the woman in the peach shirt trying to look nonchalant while having her picture taken by strangers is just a bonus).

Boston turns out to be a very interesting place for strolling on July 3rd. We happened upon what we think was a re-enactment of the British surrendering to the Americans. Very appropriate activity for a girl and her English cousin. (Never mind the heating vents.)

We also took in the Institute of Contemporary Art (strange art, great building) and the Museum of Fine Art (lovely) - at least, I think the MFA was lovely. We spent a disappointing amount of time feeding Frances in the MFA, but we shall return.

Thanks for visiting, Nina, and thanks for being such a good sport. These parents of a teething, cranky, almost eight month old were worn out!