Happy 2nd Birthday, CC!

Bike Riding with Daddy

I'm so glad that mommy and daddy bought a bike seat for me. I love to go riding with daddy. One of these days mommy will get a bike so she can go to.

Using the "Force"

 

Congratulations, Daddy!

This morning we attended daddy's graduation from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. He earned a Master of Aeronautical Science.



Congratulations, daddy! Mommy and I are very proud of you!

My First Braid

This afternoon while mommy worked, daddy let me go to the barber shop with him to get his hair cut. While there, I decided to let the nice lady braid my hair. Keep in mind, I don't like for my hair to be brushed and I don't like it up.

Daddy took pictures for mommy so she could see how pretty my hair looked. Oh yeah! You're also going to see some pictures of me pitching a fit because I wanted to take pictures with the camera. You gotta love us toddlers!

New posts from the month of May

that we don't want you to miss...

1. Playing in the Jeep
2. I want it my way!
3. Am I not supposed to have this?
4. Auntie Anne Comes to Visit
5. The Kiddie Pool
6. My New Bike Seat
7. Weekend Road Trips in the Jeep
8. CC's First Trip to Busch Gardens

Mommy's been really busy at work so she hasn't had much time to post to the blog. She likes to keep events in date order so you might miss the posts above if you don't go back a couple of pages. To help you, she created this shortcut to all of the new posts from May. Enjoy!

My First Name

Usually, CC lets me know that she's awake in the morning with a "momma, where are you?" Well, this morning I heard her yelling for me by my first name. Yes, you can imagine my surprise. When I entered her room she was so happy to see me. She was standing in her crib with a big smile on her face. We went back and forth a couple of times with me telling her that I was mommy and she telling me that I was "insert first name."

CC's First Trip to Busch Gardens

Today mommy and daddy took me to Busch Gardens. They have a new kids area, Sesame Street Forest of Fun, that is a GREAT time. Yes, they even have rides. In fact, mommy and daddy were able to ride them with me. I rode my very first train and I was so excited. I kept saying, "choo choo" and "train" because I wanted to make sure mommy and daddy knew what sound a train makes. I got to see my very first Budweiser Clydesdale. He was really big and beautiful. Mommy petted him and I let her. I decided to just look and not touch. We ate lunch at Das Feshaus in Germany; I loved the music and dancing. Mommy and daddy let me play in the Land of the Dragons. We, yes all three of us, climbed the treehouse (rope ladders, too). And, then I played in the water. Yep, I was soaked but it was worth it. Afterwards, we watched another show (country music). I love music and I love to dance. By this time, it was almost 3:00 and we'd been there since 10 am, so it was time to go. Or, at least we thought it was. Daddy decided he wanted to ride Griffon before we left since mommy and daddy didn't ride anything the entire day (it was all about me). He said it was GREAT! Mommy and I sat on a bench waiting for daddy to come by (on the ride). He did and mommy got some great pictures. She's putting together a video of his experience and will upload it when finished.

Enjoy the pictures of our fun day!

Weekend Road Trips in the Jeep

are now possible with our new Rola Hitch Cargo Rack. We made a quick trip to NC to purchase our new cargo hitch. There isn't much room in a Jeep with 3 people and "stuff." So, mommy and daddy thought it'd be wise to purchase a cargo rack. It just so happens that it fits mommy's car, too. As always, I helped (or at least supervised) daddy put the rack together. In the parking lot of the store, I might add. :-)

Daddy boy, mommy girl!

This morning as I was changing CC's first diaper of the day, she said, "Daddy, boy.  Mommy, girl."

My New Bike Seat

Mommy and daddy bought me a new bike seat. Yeah, that means we can go bike riding. Oh wait! Mommy doesn't have a bike. I guess she needs one. Anyways, I can at least go bike riding with one of my parents.

The Kiddie Pool

On Memorial Day, some friends came over to play. I really wanted to swim in my big pool but it isn't ready yet. So, I settled for the "kiddie pool." Actually, this pool was originally a beer cooler at the 2006 Hogfest. As you see, we had a good time. And yes, I am in my clothes NOT a bathing sui.

From May 2009

From May 2009

Auntie Anne Comes to Visit

Auntie Anne came to visit me over Memorial Day weekend. It was so good to see her and I REALLY miss her being our neighbor. I think we need to take a trip to see her REAL SOON.

Mommy and Daddy Have a Date

Nutz and I decided back in January (I think) that we'd go see the musical, Wicked, when it came to Norfolk. So, being the planner that I am, we purchased two (not so cheap) tickets to a Saturday Matinee. Well, yesterday was the big day! It was FANTASTIC and well-worth the cost of the tickets! The singing was great, the music was amazing, and the story line was exciting. You'll have a greater appreciation for the Wicked Witch of the West after you watch the show, I did.

To read more, go to the Wicked website.

Grease is coming in September/October and I want to go. Also, Legally Blonde will be here over New Years. Any takers?

Am I not supposed to have this?

This looks like something really fun!

I want it my way!

Playing in the Jeep

One of my favorite things to do is play in the Jeep while daddy hangs out in the garage. Notice that I do wear my seatbelt.

A Great Mother's Day

I had a wonderful Mother's Day! It started out with CC bringing me breakfast in bed. Granted, it was food from her kitchen but it was thoughtful, just the same. We did a few things around the house before meeting the Arana family and Ana for lunch at the New Belmont. It was a great time and as always, we enjoy spending time with them. Afterwards, we drove around town so CC could get a power nap before the 3:00 play of Blue's Clues put on by the local Hurrah Players. It worked; she got about an hour's nap and was rejuvenated by the time we arrived at The Nauticus.

CC LOVED the play! It was mostly a musical so she danced the entire time. She loved Blue and each time he'd start to leave the stage she'd say "Oh no!" and point. The program lasted about an hour and she was engaged the entire time.

I really wanted a new bathing suit so we walked to the mall when the show was over. I shopped while Nutz and CC had a piece of pizza and a drink. Ms. Amy takes CC to the mall to play and they sometimes eat pizza. So, when we arrived, CC promptly told us that she was hungry for a piece of pizza. Nutz said she ate half.

I, on the other hand, did NOT have any luck finding a bathing suit. Hence the reason I'm wearing the same suit that I've had for the past three years. Can I tell you that bathing suit shopping is DEPRESSING. Unless you're a size 8 with no boobs, there's nothing out there for you. Well, I guess that's not true. If you want to look like a "hoochie momma," there's lots to choose from.

I forgot the camera at home so as soon as I get some pics from Laura (I used her camera at lunch) and download pics from Nutz's phone, I'll share them with you!

I hope all the mothers out there had a great day, too!

CC loves the mall...

Especially when hanging out with daddy while mommy shops! Only if this cup was filled with beer would life be any better?!

Happy Mother's Day!

Thanks for being such a wonderful mother! I love you, Crackerz!