First Haircut Appt

Today I picked you up from daycare a little early so I could take you to your first haircut appt. I took you to Cinder's, the same barbershop daddy used to go to as a kid. When we got there Cinder put a little booster seat in the chair and I put you right in it. You didn't have a problem with it so Cinder put a cape on you and  started cutting. You did awesome!! You hardly moved during the haircut. You only got distracted at the end when she tried to use the electric razor and the buzzing began. You love things that make noise so you'd turn your head to wherever the razor was. She got it done though and your haircut looks great!! It only took about 5 minutes too!

Before

After

First Camping Trip

Last weekend we took you on your first camping trip! We went to Lindbergh Lake and camped overnight. Our good friends, Robby and Kate, came with us too. We didn't know how you'd do so we decided we better go somewhere close and also just go for one night. You did really well though! As soon as we got to our camping spot you helped us get everything unloaded and also helped us set up. You loved playing in the tent!! We even setup a play pen for you which you really liked too. You got a little swimming in at the lake and then we had a great spaghetti dinner thanks to daddy. After dinner we hung out around the campfire. We thought you'd be really intrigued by the campfire but you could care less. You were so exhausted that you went down for bed with no problem and you only woke up once the whole night. I think daddy and I were more worried about you because you never stay covered so him and I were constantly checking on you the whole night. The next morning Robby and Kate whipped up a fantastic breakfast of pancakes, eggs, and bacon. You liked the pancakes and eggs. All in all, it was a great trip! I think you're ready for a whole weekend of camping!!

Helping set up our sleeping quarters

Who knew, a truck bed is a great play pen!

Taking a break with Aunt Kate

Swinging in the hammock

Could you be any cuter!

Boys time on the hammock

Lindbergh Lake

Loving the water!

Our camp

Hanging by the campfire!

Bath Time Fun with Daddy

First Hike

Yesterday we took you on your first adventure into the great outdoors. We took you on a hike up Lolo Peak. It's close (only about 20 minutes away) and very easy to get to. So we thought this would be a good first hike for you...just in case it didn't go very well. As we were driving up the mountain it started to rain and lightening was flickering across the sky just above our heads. We were almost going to throw in the towel but decided to eat lunch in the car and see what the weather was like after that. Summer rainstorms seem to blow through pretty quickly. It stopped raining after lunch so we decided why not, we're here so we should at least try. So we got all loaded up and headed up the trail. I carried you in your backpack and daddy had all our gear. Surprisingly, his backpack was heavier than you and your backpack. The hike up was great and you made noise the WHOLE way up. The only time you didn't make any noise is if we stopped to talk to hikers passing by. We didn't have to worry about bears thanks to you! We made it about four miles in to Carlton Ridge. We took a very short break on the ridge as dark clouds were starting to move in again.  I carried you on the way down too. You were talking nonstop for about ten minutes and then silence. We thought something was wrong but daddy peeked in on you and you were sound asleep. We couldn't believe you fell asleep! You slept nearly the entire hike out which was just over an hour. You woke up just as we were getting to the car. So needless to say, you did awesome on your first hike!! It was a blast and we can't wait take you on your next hike. 

On our way up the Lolo Peak Trailhead

A look at Lolo Peak

I think you like your backpack!

Resting at Carlton Ridge

You are really excited to see snow!

Tired Boy!!

Walking with a little help

Grandma Pam's Birthday

Grandma Pam's 60th birthday was on Monday so we went over to Tom's for a little shindig. We had some great food that daddy and the uncles put together and some really good cake! You got to see you cousins Boh and Meridian again and also all the ladies Grandma Pam works with. They were really glad to see you! We had a lot of fun and even got some back rubs in...thanks Boh for starting the train!

Happy Birthday Grandma Pam - We love you!

The Back Rub Train

Look daddy, a balloon!

BBQ Fun

Cousin Jennifer was in town last weekend so we went to Grandpa Mike & Nana B's house for a bbq. We also had a little fun in the water! Uncle Jeremy, Aunt Brooke, and cousins Bohdan & Meridian were there too.