Tyler's 33rd

Tyler had several options of how to celebrate his birthday. His pick???

Chuck E Cheese!

 

After nap time we played guitar hero  

and then had a puppy dog cake.

First Shots

I have been dreading this day for weeks! I can't stand when my kids get shots. I would much rather take that shot than them. But, that's just not how it works, or so I've heard.

Emmalee did great though. She slept a lot, but while awake she was still in a good mood. Much different than my experience with Annagrace. Which was very fortunate since she got her shots on Tyler's birthday!

Bumbo

Emmalee is doing great with neck control so I decided to try out the Bumbo. She did GREAT! She smiled and cooed at me while I did the dishes.

adventures in swimming

We tried to go swimming today. Tyler had a painting project to do. So, I got two girls and myself dressed and packed up and headed to a friends house. We were only there an hour when it started to RAIN!

But, they looked really cute trying!

Tea for Two

and Two for Tea!
We love our tea parties. The dresses, the jewelry, the yummy pudding and apple juice . . . we can't get enough! Cheers!

Deep in conversation.

I'm lovin' it

She loves bath time!

1st - 4th

Independence Day

We celebrated the 4th on the 3rd at Stone Mountain with Grandmother, Granddaddy, Carol, Gary and Noah.
Our "Leader" was mapping out our day.

Carol, Gary and Noah

Riverboat Ride - it was nice, quiet, scenic, and we loved it. It went past the camp sites so we were scouting out where we want to be in the fall.She loved the paddle boats. Carol and Dad were worn out and headed in but Annagrace said "But, I'm not tired yet!" Well, when you don't have to paddle in 90 degrees, you probably won't get tired!

Our Family sporting our RED, WHITE, and BLUE!

The girls

Getting in some kisses while waiting for the laser/fireworks show.

The laser show and fireworks were amazing. I've never been so moved at a 4th of July celebration before! When the national anthem started, during the laser show, EVERYONE stood, hand on heart, and sang along. Then we all said the Pledge followed by the longest fireworks show I've ever seen.
I wanted Annagrace to see it all but she fell asleep as soon as the laser show started. She was just too worn out!
It was a wonderful day.

Dr. Stephens

I absolutely, positively LOVE my doctor!

He delivered both of my girls and is the sweetest, most patient, caring doctor.

For example: for this picture he unbuckled Emmalee from her carrier, posed, made sure that his eyes were open for the picture (b/c his wife complains that he always has his eyes shut), and then with all of the patience and gentleness in the world buckled her back up.

I have recommended him to everyone that I know. But, now I'm starting to regret it. When I first started seeing him, he was new at the practice and didn't have many patients so appointments were easy to get and there was never a wait when I went in for an appointment. But now, he is one of the most popular and busiest. But, he and his wonderful nurse still know me by name, without looking at a chart, and remember every conversation we had at previous appointments.

(photo taken 5/21/10)

Best $3 Spent

I picked up this mobile at a yard sale while Nana and Papa were here. As soon as I place Emmalee under it and crank it up, it's all smiles and coos. She loves those spinning flowers!

Happy Daddy Day

smiling at the Daddy

Annagrace's live "American Idol" performance for her Daddy.

Telling Papa: "Happy Father's Day"
(along with Resse, Todd, and everyone else at the house)

sweet smiles, sweet girl

play time

trying out her new floor mat

I think she likes it!

Annagrace couldn't stand not being the center of attention and had to try it out herself. AND act like a baby in the process!

How does your garden grow?

Her first harvest was peas a couple of weeks ago. And now . . .
we have zucchini and squash!We cooked them and they were delicious.
Please note - I had absolutely nothing to do with the growing of these veggies! They would have been dead in two days if I did. This has been Annagrace and Grandmother's project. But, I will happily cook the fruits of their labor!

We LOVE . . .

Chuck E Cheese!

I think Tyler might love it even more than Annagrace!