Woodland Park Zoo

We live pretty close to a really great zoo, but we hardly ever go. My friend Valarie took us as her guest, with her season pass. They didn't stay long, they go all the time, but Jack and Bryce had a blast. We definitely need to go more!













You gotta see this drumming video!
Drumming

Another Sign

It is inevitable. Kids grow up, but why does it keep surprising me? Jack's newest "big-boy" thing is showering. He doesn't want to take tubbies any more. He is a shower guy now. Sniff, sniff...

Portland

We made a quick trip to Portland. We wanted to meet baby Henry. Henry is Marty's cousin Chris and Casey's little boy. Henry is 3 months old. Though we only live about 3 and a half hours away, it took 3 months to find a weekend that would work for us all to get together. Henry is a sweet little boy and we're so glad we finally got to meet him!


Jack had the best time with his cousin Louisa, Chris and Casey's oldest child.



We owe Aunt Betsie and Uncle Jimmy a big THANK YOU for hosting us over-night on such short notice. We had a great weekend!

The Cattle Ranch

Marty's co-worker, Peter, invited us to his family's cattle ranch. We had the BEST time. His mother, Becky, took us for a hay-ride to tour the ranch. She also treated Jack a sunset ride on her horse. Jack loved hanging out (at the bird bath) with is buddy Jaden. We loved the gourmet meal Peter & Becky planned and created! Thanks Weed family!!

Cal Babies

When we were in Sonoma for the Holve wedding we had a little Cal reunion for the new Bear fans!
Proud Daddy's from left to right: Marty & Bryce; Adam & Ben; Nick & Cruise.



The Mommas had a photo-opp too: Sarah & Bryce; Mindy & Ben; Michele &
Cruise.



Here's a shot of the boys playing in the park.



The Sundram's had a boy in January, but little Sahil stayed back in Atlanta with his auntie.

10 Months Old

Bryce turned 10 months old while we were in California. He developed many of new skills while we were traveling. He learned how to pull himself up to standing, he can stand unassisted, and he crawls really fast. Bryce says "Mama," "Dada," and "fan." He loves fans and looks up when we go into new rooms. If he sees a fan he gets really excited and says "f-f, f-f" which is Brycie for fan.
Bryce's personality is really developing. He is really a mommy's boy. He is shy with new people and strangers. The funny thing is he is really tough with other kids and his brother. When we took him to the train museum he held his little place and even gave a few kids the stiff arm.



Bryce LOVES lots of thing but here are his favorite things now: 1. water and swimming. Since it was so warm in California we spent a good amount of time in the water.
2. His elephant and pacifier. When he sees his little elephant he gets excited and bites him. 3. Music and dancing. When ever he hears music he starts to dance. We have some good videos we need to upload!

Fourth of July Parade

We Started off Fourth of July with a bike parade. We went over to the Lichtenberger's for the annual bike parade on Govan Street. The night before the parade We went over to Nana's to decorate the Huffy bike. The bike looked great, Jack and Bryce had little matching crowns, and were ready to celebrate Independence Day!







We met up with Jason and his family, but once we got to the parade there was way too much action to stick together.



Once we arrived at the parade Jack was feeling shy. He rode for about 10 feet and then jumped off the bike and hid in Marty's arms. It was a little too much excitement for him. The doughnut table made him feel much better.

Fourth of July Party

For the afternoon and evening we went over to Sarah's family's annual Fourth of July Party. The kids had the best time. Jack love swimming in the pool with his fish ring and Bryce loved playing with the teen-age girl's cell phones.


This one is blurry but had to post it. Do these two look alike or what?







Marty & Jack loved the home-made ice cream, but Jack did not like all of the noise the fire works made, he plugged his ears and scowled a lot. Sarah's favorite part of the night was when her two boys were on her lap watching fire works. Bryce was really mellow during the fireworks and wasn't a bit bothered by the noise.