Quick Trip to NJ

We went on a long weekend trip to New Jersey. I packed light and did not bring my camera and realized when I got home that I barely took and photos with my phone. So I am going to sum it up in a few photos unless Andy has more that he wants to blog later.

The kids spent most of there time outside in the pool. At times I think there lips turned blue because it is a lot cooler in NJ.

Will loved moving around and showing off all his skills. Such a handsome fella!

We got to spend time cousin Rosa. Cutie pie!!

Andy's best friend from high school, Mike, spent some time with us. Loved meeting his little guy, Oscar.

Remy got lots of attention from the kids. They loved walking her and giving her treats.

The greatest thing was having Andy's grandmother meet and hold Will. The youngest and oldest got to be together. It is a rare occasion.

We had a great visit and got to spend time with so much family. I wish I would have captured it better, especially since William got to be with his godparents again.

The Doctor Is In

How cute is little man in his daddy's baby doctor bib?!

How Do I Look?

While waiting for her eye appointment, Emma decided to try on some cool shades.

Monkeying Around

Finally Captured Him

Will is getting good at pushing off of me or Andy and standing by himself. Every time I have the camera ready, he refuses to do it. Well I finally captured him, from the back. Got to take what I can get.

Fun in the Sun

One of our favorite things to do every summer is go to my parent's pool. They have a great kid friendly pool with a small whale slide and a huge water slide. 

Abby in the whale.

Emma at the end of the water slide. This kid could spend the whole day going on this slide.

Will enjoying the very shallow end.

And a great way to beat the heat is to watch a movie. The girls got to experience The Alamo for the first time. They instantly feel in love.

Becoming A Big Girl

My little lady sure is growing up fast. I can't believe her 3rd birthday is right around the corner. This past week she took on some big girl roles.

She just got her big girl bed. I had to get one last shot of her in her crib. 

She has loved this bed from the moment it arrived. The crib is now a distant memory.

She loves to help with the chores and will grab the cleaner and towel to help me out.

She had her first visit to the dentist. She did fabulous! I have never seen a kid so calm and relaxed during a dental appointment.

Fashion by Emma

Emma is developing her own style these days. She loves to pick out her own clothes and I love to see what she pairs together. It brightens my day because it is so carefree and she doesn't care what others think. The only time I make her change is if she picked out pants and we are going to be outside. 100 degrees and pants don't mix well. 

Her most favorite shirt in the world is this Hot Rod Girl shirt that Papa got her. She would wear it everyday if she could but it must be washed once in awhile.

Happy 9 Months William Matthew

 Our little man is 9 months old today! William is growing up so fast and constantly changing. He loves everything about life, except sleepy time and reading books. The boy is out to conquer the world. He never stops moving and getting into things. It is never a dull moment in our house and we are beyond blessed to have our little man. I just want to bottle up all these moments and savor my last baby.

William Matthew at 9 months:

Height: 27 1/2 inches (50%)
Weight: 18 1/2 lbs (40%)
Head Cir: 46cm (75%)

Tidbits about William:

• Moving on from purees. He still eats them but would rather have table food. Thankfully he is willing to try anything right now.
• Another tooth is slowly working its way in. 
• Trying to stand on his own without holding onto anything. Loves to push off Andy to do this.
• Loves to babble. He loves to say mama, dada, baba, and yaya.
• Out to take any toy he can away from whomever has it. And he gets very mad if you take a toy away from him.
• Never stays in one place for long. He loves to be with everyone and if you leave the room, he will come a try and find you.
• Outlets are his new discovery. He can't get enough of them.
• If he can climb it, he will or at least try.
• Loves to clap with you and trying to figure out waving.
• Sometimes will sign "all done."
• Still a tough napper, even though we have consistency.
• The cutest little man ever!!

William at 9 months.

He did not want to sit still for pictures.

Taking his bath without the baby tub. Big boy!

Climbing up the slide and he is very close to getting to the top all on his own.

Even the calendar is not safe.

His stunning blue eyes. 

Happy 4th

We had a great time celebrating the 4th. It was a day spent with family and friends and enjoying the pool, a cookout, and the community celebration. After it all, I realized that I really did not take many pictures. 

We did make little wands and the girls liked waving them.

I love how in this picture it looks like Emma is granting Abby's wish.

 

We went to our local 4th celebration. The kids had fun playing with friends and watching the fireworks.

My attempt at the impossible.

We played some ringtoss.

Did someone say ringtoss!!!!

Playing frisbee with Gammie and Kenzie. 

A moment of the show.

Happy 4th of July!

Vail Day 5: Enjoying the Day

On our last day I just wanted us to enjoy the day, the town, and the scenery. Vail is my dream place and I wanted to soak in the beauty of it and the sounds of simplicity. 

Hanging in our pajamas.

The condo got really quiet and this is why, all the big kids were hiding and giggling in the closet. Love cousin time!

We ventured through the farmer's market and picked up some yummy treats.

This little guy thought he found gold with this rock.

We walked the same trails we biked the day before. I wanted to take some pictures of the scenery because it is absolutely beautiful. My pictures don't do it justice.

The kids were obsessed with throwing rocks in the water. I love the pure joy of this activity. 

Enjoying some ice cream after our walk.

Will loved he first bite of ice cream.

A picture of all the grandkids with Gammie and Papa. So blessed! 

Riding the bus on our way to dinner in Vail Village.

Walking to the restaurant. 

The view.

After dinner we roasted marshmallows at the condo. We planned to do it in the fire pit by the pool but they closed it due to a storm rolling through. Abby loved roasting with Uncle Nate.

Last bite of sweetness in Vail.

Another fabulous trip in Vail has come and gone. Of course I am constantly trying to convince Andy that we need to move there. I love that life there is slow pace and simple. Being with nature just makes me happy and I love watching my kids embrace their surroundings. It is pure joy!