Hayden's Swim Lessons

This summer I enrolled Hayden into swimming lessons at Transylvania University here in Lexington. He did such a good job. I am planning on enrolling him again this Fall and Spring.

The first time he jumped off of the diving board he didn't hesitate one bit. I believe it is because he didn't know what to expect. The second time, not so much. He really wanted to do it but needed a little assistance from one of the other swim coaches.

Like dropping a lead ball into the water.

I thought he would never pop back up. He is lean, but solid as a rock. When he made it to the ladder he kept saying, "I was so brave."

Memorial Day Weekend - Birthday Weekend

Memorial Day weekend we went camping in Pigeon Forge, TN. It was also my birthday weekend so I wanted to do a little retail therapy at the outlets since I was hitting the big 35! We camped at a wonderful place called, Up The Creek RV Camp. Just four miles from the main road in Pigeon Forge. It was perfect. Just enough out of town to relax from the noise, but close enough that you didn't feel like you were driving forever to get to the outlets.

Hayden and Conor feeding the ducks.

Our campsite was nestled between trees. It was wonderful.

The campground was surrounded by two creeks. Hayden and Conor enjoyed going down to the creek bank to throw in rocks or just to wade in the water.

Conor enjoying some outdoor time in his confinement. With an active toddler I have to use every means necessary to keep an eye on him.

The boys enjoying some pool time while dad prepares dinner.

Conor enjoyed licking the rocks. Yes, even this mom had to realize that boys will be boys.

Mother's Day

I had a wonderful Mother's Day. I am truly blessed with such a wonderful and loving husband and two beautiful boys.

Our Home Away from Home

This is our new home away from home. We love to camp and it was either a new boat or a camper. I voted for a new camper. I think the kids are just a tad too young for a boat right now. This is a 33Ft. Laredo by Keystone.

The Master Bedroom

Hayden and Conor's room

View from the bunk room. The kitchen table and couch both fold out to make beds. One of our favorite features is the TV. It swings around into the Master Bedroom so you can watch TV before going to bed.

Our favorite feature is the outdoor kitchen.

Conor's 1st Birthday

Today we celebrated our little man's 1st Birthday. We are so blessed to have such a beautiful and funny little boy.

His birthday theme was Mod Monkey. I thought it fit his personality. He is my little chunk monk.

Mod Monkey cake and cupcakes made by Lola Molnar of LaLola's. She made our wedding cake and I couldn't have asked for a cuter cake for Conor's 1st birthday. It was so yummy!

The Birthday Boy!

Hayden and his little brother, Conor.

Granddad and Nee Nee with Hayden and Conor.

Memaw and Pepaw with Hayden and Conor.

Aunt Chele and Conor.

Don Don and Conor.

My best friend and sister, Michele.

Conor is ready to tear into his presents.

I AM ONE!

Make a wish sweet baby boy.

He didn't like the feel of the cupcake in his hand so he decided to just go nose first into the icing.

That is some good stuff!

Ugh, I feel sick.

Jack, Reagan, and Hayden enjoying their chocolate cupcakes with white chocolate centers made my LaLola's. They taste just like a Ho Ho.

Happy Birthday to Me!

YAY It is my Birthday

Reagan, Jack, and Hayden

Conor's birthday loot.