While this little girl stayed home with mommy, Jax was off to Indianapolis to pick up his Aunt Erin for a few weeks.
Jax had fun playing in the airport, then being some crazy sticker guy at Steak n’ Shake!
Jax was so excited to spend time with one of his 3 favorite aunts!
July was such a fun month as I settled into maternity leave and we continued our summer of mini-vacays. We also had some fun times at home too!
Bubble rides
Holding sissy
Polaris rides with MaMaw…note, this is not in motion. MaMaw always buckles up first!
Mowing the lawn
Helping with bath time
Swimming with buckets on our heads
Seeing our first movie with Jaxon! Cars 2. He got a little antsy, but we made it!
While we had been moved out for over 6 months, it was sad to finally say goodbye to 505 James Parkway in July. We became parents twice in that house. First to Wrigley, then to Jaxon. We were sad to see it go, but were excited to settle in to our new house in Eureka.
We won’t miss the leaves or maintaining that much landscaping, but will miss the shade in the backyard and our cozy little home!
Since I hope to make these into books for the kids someday…you will have to be patient with me while I try to catch up! Life with 2 is simply put…chaotic! However, we love every minute of it, just don’t always get time to blog. I’ll try to fast forward quickly so we can get to the news now…you know, in September of 2012.
This was our first year invited to discover the magic of Mill Creek. Mill Creek is right around where Dad grew up in Marshall, IL. There isn’t much to do down there, but Jessica found a rental house right on the lake. We were looking forward to a nice quiet weekend with 6 adults and 4 kids, including a newborn. I realize I didn’t get many pictures, but we enjoyed our time in the water!
Jaxon and Reese enjoying some boating.
Our driver leads by example. Safety first!
Ava and I also had a good time, but I guess it was sunny!
Jaxon and Daddy enjoyed some water time.
Then back to the cottage for some pool time.
The Cottage by the Lake
An example of what you seen when you drive around Mill Creek. Very artistic!
Our new summer motto:
Kensley did great and stayed inside most of the time. Hopefully she can go back again. Mill Creek – Thank you for the memories, we hope to be back soon!
Aunt Jessica and Bebe hosted a lovely sip n’ see to debut Kensley! We enjoyed an afternoon of sipping, snacking, talking and watching every move Kensley made!
The food was wonderful! The peanut butter cup cupcakes were so good!
Ava and Reese enjoyed entertaining friends and family…
I love this one. Bebe tries to buy boy toys, but when you grow up around Ava and Reese, girly things get in the way! At least it matches Bebe’s shirt.
Mamaw Davis enjoying some baby time.
Great Aunt Sandy and cousin Lori with Kensley
We enjoyed visiting with everyone and showing off Kensley. Thanks to all who stopped by and thanks to our lovely hosts!
Kensley continued to grow over the summer, but managed to stay relatively small in the beginning…more to come on that later!
Kensley did like to cross her eyes a little bit. I’ll just post one baby girl! You are so funny!
When Ryan first mentioned going up to visit his family in Wisconsin for the 4th of July, I asked “Are you kidding me? With a newborn?” I was responded to with a quick “Yeah, what is wrong with that?” I thought we could wait and decide after the baby was born. Kensley was such a good baby that we decided to take on the challenge and it was a success!
Ryan’s Aunt Sharon and Uncle Mike host us with food and fun while we stay at Cousin Tom’s place. It is always a good time since their whole family comes in for the festivities.
We tried to stay out of the way and headed over to the zoo. Jax and Daddy enjoyed riding the train and Jax also enjoyed the new playground they added in addition to all of those crazy animals!
We enjoyed a nice breakfast and lunch while watching the parade outside of the Best house.
Sweet little Hadley tried to get some crackers, but Jax wasn’t interested in sharing.
Jax playing tractor on Daddy while Kensley eats. She was still so little, but loved her 4th of July sundress.
Now, for the real reason Jax attends other than seeing family…the bouncy house!
Then onto a wonderful rendition of Twinkle Twinkle with a stick for a microphone.
Great times had by all. Thanks for hosting us Best family! Hope you invite us back next year with another toddler running around!
