2 Years Old

Alex turned two years old yesterday!  I cannot believe how quickly time flies!  To celebrate his birthday, he had his 2 yr old check up.  He weighs 26.5lbs and is 34" long.  That puts him in the 25% for weight and 75% for height.  Yes, we are growing a string bean.  He was such a good boy at the appointment.  He loves saying his doctor's name "Dr. Halpenny" and says it a lot.  Alex spent a lot of time turning the lights on and off while we were waiting to see the doctor.  He was such a good boy, he followed all the doctor's instructions and didn't even fuss when he got his shot.  Thank goodness, but I typically cry when he cries from his shots. 

Vacation

Vacations used to be a time of relaxation, sleeping in and umbrella drinks...boy how times have changed! Don't get me wrong, we had a fun time while on vacation but it isn't necessarily relaxing with an 11 yr old and an almost 2 yr old at the beach.  The condo is approximately 30 yards from the bay and is a one bedroom, one bath condo...but the price it right...FREE!  Needless to say, we didn't get to sleep in much and making sure Alex didn't fall into the bay was tiring.  Tyler loved it because he could fish off the dock when we weren't at the beach.  He even caught a Dogfish with leftover pork chops!  THE BEACH...Alex loved the water and would walk until we carried him to a shallower area.  A wave would knock him down but he'd get back up and continue his journey to go deeper.  Tyler loved feeding the seagulls while Alex enjoyed eating the seagulls white bread. 

Quick Lunch in Austin

On our way down to Padre for our annual summer vacation, we stopped in Austin to see Bill's grandparents for lunch.  We always try to see them if we are passing through.  This time we were lucky enough to have lunch with his grandparents, three uncles, an aunt and a cousin.  It sounds like a lot of family, but there were more on that side of the family that were not able to make it.

Here's a fun silly picture of Alex grinning with his sunglasses on! I can't get enough of those dimples!

Its Been A While

Yes, I know that it has been too long since I have added any pictures of the little one...I know that's pretty much all everyone wants to see.  The month of June is always a busy time with work so I get a little drained. 

The boys got baptized the first weekend in June...I'll have to post pictures later because I have them saved on another computer. 

 Alex's first trip to the skating rink...Yes, they make roller skates in his size.  One of our friend's daughter had her 5th birthday party at the skating rink.  When I arrived, Bill had Alex on the skating rink "skating" and dancing.  He loved the music and lights!  He threw a fit when it was time to eat cake.  Who throws a fit at cake time? 

 Alex sick on Saturday...He needed cuddle time.  Lately he really enjoys hanging out in our big bed.  I can't complain, I like the cuddles too!

 Saturday's trip to the doctor...second trip of the week.  At least he is doing much better now!  He was back to running around the next day.

 After the doctor's appointment, we headed over to Which Wich, my favorite sandwich place!  He loved his grilled cheese and sitting in a big boy chair.  He was too cute sitting there swinging his legs.  He was so proud.

 Wearing Bill's boots!  He loves wearing Bill's boots and flip flops.  The flip flops are a bit more of a challenge since he never gets his toes in the right place.

 Like the Target $1 bin sunglasses I found before Memorial Day weekend?  So does Alex.  He loves wearing them around.  He thinks he's pretty cool and being his mom, I can't help agree.  Even when he is wearing Tyler's bike helmet!  How can you not love this little guy?!