An Afternoon at the Park

Today we decided I should take a break from studying and take Brooks to the park. He loves to throw rocks into the water. He likes to see them produce a splash! We then went to the play area so he could slide. He loves to slide. He would giggle everytime he slid down. It was so funny...I can't believe how big he is getting. I was watching him today and he is turning into a little boy! It's strange, but unfortunately I guess everyone has to grow up someday I just wish it didn't happen so fast!

Story Time

Last week we went to Story Time at the Hoover Library. We met Lynn and John Thomas there. It was a really cute little activity time for them. I think they had a pretty good time and we will definitely go back hopefully this week if not next. The picture of Brooks in the carseat was taken in line at the bank. I ALWAYS pick the wrong line, that's the story of my life! So, I figured I would make use of "idle" time and take a pic of Mr. Messy with his chocolate covered pretzel face!

Mt. Laurel Harvest Festival 2009

It's been a while since my last post because with school, pregnancy, and Brooks I really don't have time to do this anymore! Plus we need a new camera if anyone can suggest a good brand that doesn't cost a fortune! Anyways, yesterday we went to the Mt. Laurel Harvest Festival with Allison, Elliott, and Mrs. Jones. We had a good time except the kiddos were a little ill! Elli was so good, she just sat in her stroller and didn't complain. Brooks on the other hand was not happy when we stopped to shop and he constantly threw his cup down for me to bend over and get! I told him I wouldn't be doing that much longer, pretty soon I'll be to huge to bend over! We had a good time and it was a beautiful day! I love fall and I am looking forward to being outdoors for activities this time of year!

McWane Center with Aunt Abbi!

Today Aunt Abbi and our cousin Ashley took Brooks to the McWane center. They said he had a good time and loved some sort of magnetic wall they had there. Brooks loves his Aunt and loves spending time with her. We plan to take him back soon to see a new ocean exhibit they will be having!

July 4th 2009

We had a pretty busy weekend for the 4th this year. Allison, Trent and little Elliott came to see us on Friday to grill and hang out. I don't have any pics of that I'll have to steal them from Allison when she uploads them! Brooks and Elliott were so funny! I can't wait for them to play together more when she gets a little older. She holds her own though and will be walking very soon! Saturday we went and met our friends Blake, Stephanie and little Rylee. She is about the same age as Brooks and they had a blast. We went to the Trussville fireworks show. It was really neat. They had a stage set up with bands and then a ton of things for the kids to do, plus food. We were worried that Brooks would be afraid of the fireworks because they were loud but he loved them. Plus he was so tired at that point I don't think he really cared! I am trying to upload a video when I figure that out!

More Beach Pics...

Orange Beach '09

Here are some of the pics from our vacation this year. We went to Orange Beach and stayed at The Turquoise Place. We really enjoyed it this time because Brooks seemed to like it more. He was happy to be on the beach in his baby pool under our pavillion and he also liked swimming this time. He absolutely loved the lazy river at our condo and the indoor pool. I know next year it will be even better. Hopefully he will like the sand a little more! He played a little in it this time but you could tell he still was a little leary of it. We had a great time with my family and we really appreciate everything they do for us. We can't wait to get back to the beach and we hope to move there sometime soon!!!