rained out

Late this afternoon, the NC Bartel clan (minus an under-the-weather Abby) journeyed to the über-mall in North Raleigh (one of three in our area) for what we thought would be a rip-roarin' good, summer evening outdoor concert. General Johnson and Chairmen of the Board, a Carolina beach music band, were going to be performing and I had heard rumors from some cute old ladies that they would be showcasing their shagging skills while the band played. We made it to the venue, found parking and quickly grabbed a bite at Moe's. As we headed out of the restaurant to check out the scene and hopefully find some comfy places to sit, a thunderstorm rolled in and we were drenched! The babies were troopers through all the lightning and thunder (they should be ready for any fireworks displays on the 4th!). Sadly, by the time the skies cleared and the roadies were setting up the stage again, we all needed to head home to put the little ones to bed. We were happy to see Jonathan and Chelsea after their long trek here from the motherland -- we just wish we could have showcased a fun NC summer evening to them!

Jonathan, Chelsea, Josh, Adrian & Linus taking cover from the rain

(the haze in the background is actually a drenching downpour!)