Oh What a Night...

Dad is at grad school tonight, so that means single mom for the evening. My friend Kimmie was bringing her kids Chloe and Mason to the fair so we decided to join her, it was a beautiful evening after all...or so I thought. It all began with a balloon that Brody let go of twice and freaked out both times he lost it. By balloon #3, I got smart and tied it to the stroller. To distract the kids from the lost balloon, we walked to the animal section of the fair which served as an adequate distraction for all. Suddenly, Ali woke up and demanded to eat so we found a free table near the stables and I fed her while Chloe and Brody chased after each other. Everything was great until I realized that Brody was barrel rolling down a little hill where the cows got washed...GROSS! On that note, we packed everyone back up and ventured back into the food section of the fair. It was past dinner time and Brody needed to eat (and I did too!). We sat down after jumping on the moon bounce and ate some fries and chicken nuggets. I think the highlight was Brody riding in the stroller backwards while I leaned over it to feed Ali and Kimmie was carrying her wiggly son and helping Chloe to push the other stroller. I only have two pictures because we were so busy herding the kids. We did have a great time though, just a little dirty.

Maryland Photoshoot

Ali and Brody

Not happy...

Since we all had Maryland gear on, we thought we'd try to take some group pictures.

Maryland vs. Navy Football

Mission complete! Brody and Alison both experienced thier first college football game and tailgate (Brody has been to many other tailgates, but we were too scared to bring him into the game!). The kids were pretty well behaved and had a great time. We met up with Mr. and Mrs. Neuberger at their tailgate and ate some yummy food. After some adult beverages and throwing the football with Uncle, we all headed in with the Crones to enjoy the game. We had wonderful seats. Brody loved all the cheering and watching the game and Ali enjoyed a long nap (even with all of the noise). We had to leave at half-time because it was getting late and Brody was starting to melt down but we had a great day! Thanks Mikey for the awesome seats!

Swimming by Myself!

Brody has been doing very well swimming by himself with his vest on. He has been swimming back and forth between Jon and Tom with no help. He has also been going under the water and jumping in off the edge. I think we are going to be able start real swim lessons this winter!

Backyard Camping

Saturday night, Jon set up the tent so he and Brody could try camping. Mandy, Vin, and Ashley came over for dinner and Ashley and Brody loved playing in the tent! They really enjoyed sitting by the fire in the fold up chairs. Jon blew up the giant airmattress and put it in the tent, however it was so big, the door didn't shut and therefore, Brody couldn't be contained for sleeping. He kept getting in and out of the tent over and over again and wouldn't settle down. At 9:30, we finally gave in and put him in his room where he fell asleep in 1 minute. I think he really liked the idea of camping, but we need to figure out his sleeping arrangements better next time.

Holding my head up high

Look! I'm doing it!

Let me see whats on TV...

Too tired...I'm just going to eat the boppy instead

This morning as Ali was having some tummy time on the boppy, she held her head up alsmost the whole time! Her head and neck strength is getting much better and I'm sure it'll be no time until she is holding her chest and head up. My baby is getting too big too fast!

12 Weeks

Even though she wont be 12 weeks until Friday, here are some pictures from this week. Ali continues to be the best baby in the whole world ( I am knocking on wood)! She has been going to bed around 7:45 or 8:00 and waking up around 5 then going back to bed until 7 or so. It has been so nice! Brody is stating to show her lots of love too which is so cute, he kisses her good night and hugs her good bye at daycare. I hope he continues to be nice to her!