by land and sea

 Friday night we cruised Belmont Shore taking in the spectacle of lights that is born every year during holiday time.

 The lights and reflections were amazing.

 the grand finale: The Queen Mary herself.

 And on Sunday night, we participated in the Villa Park boat parade for the 2nd year in a row.  Lots of spirited parade-goers lined the streets while we tossed candy and merry wishes... 

I can't get enough of these family-filled weekends.