Sean's Two!

I've been trying for weeks to get these posted. Yes, our little Sean-Sean is now two years old!!! Here are some pics from our little family party we had here at home. Since we were traveling that weekend, and so were most of our friends and family, we decided not to do a big shin-dig for his birthday this year (don't feel too bad- we skipped Rex's second birthday, also). Just Michael, Me, Rex, Sean, and Kaleigh. Besides, as long as Sean had cake, he couldn't care less who was here or how big his party was. A big change from his last birthday when he wouldn't even taste his cake- he devoured it this year and then had more! He may not eat much, but he knows what he likes! And after peeling the wrapping off of his presents one little two-inch piece at a time, he had lots of new toys to play with. It's so hard to believe how fast time has passed. Sean has changed so much over the past few months, and continues to make new strides every day. He's talking more and more, and feeding himself, and throwing mega temper tantrums when he doesn't get his way. (He's definately got some Irish in him.) He also loves to give hugs and kisses and snuggle up with you. He is very affectionate. We just ride along on the emotional roller coaster of having a two year old. The "ups" get us through the "downs." So Happy Birthday to our "little man." We love you to pieces.

July 4th Float 2008

Once again this year, the "Windmill Hill Ladies Association" sponsored a decked out patriotic float for the Annapolis Independence Day Parade. The neighborhood kids had fun stuffing the tissue paper all around the bottom the night before, and had even more fun riding down main street in the rain! (Except for Rex, who bailed halfway through and went up to ride in the truck!). Sean was not sure what to think about the whole ordeal at first, but once we got rolling, he loved seeing all the people. This year's float even had a bubble machine- which was a huge hit with the kids in the crowd. We had so much fun! We're already throwing together some ideas for next year's entry. (Suggestions are welcome!)

Farm Family Reunion

Here are some photos I promised from our weekend at the farm a few weeks ago. Our weekend got a late start since the boys and I all had a nasty stomach virus, but once we recovered, we headed to Virginia to one of the most beautiful places on Earth. I wish I had the words to describe what a special place "the farm" is. And with 20 aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandmas, it was even better. We started by having our first annual Family Olympics, complete with a hula hoop contest (being prego- I sat that one out), an egg toss, a water balloon toss, and lots of other fun competitions. Everyone had such a good time. Cousin Bobby was the grand champion this year- but I think we'll all be practicing for next year! The boys had lots of fun riding on the four-wheeler and climbing trees, and just plain running around. I don't think Sean sat still all weekend! They even got to watch the local farmer use his combine to harvest wheat out of the fields. How cool! We can't wait to do it all again next year!