spring has offically arrived

Between loading the stroller with essentials (diaper bag, snacks, blanket, balls) and timing our departure to coincide with Junior’s nap, getting to the playground is no day at the park.

our sweet baby girl

welcome bebe eloise

 

eloise marie arrived at 11:48 pm monday 18 january 2010 

                   6 pounds 3 ounces + 19.25 inches

i love holding my baby sissy.  her eyes are always closed + mommy says she is very sleepy

   

with a lot of snow and ice this captures our first few days at home

luckily, we didn't loose any major trees or power in the ice storm

goofing around in my, i mean our room (since i'm now a big brother)  i keep forgetting...

my new train table i got from g-ma + papa for christmas

reading my new thomas the train books

Autumn is near.

Lately, I've been showing my parents that I can talk more each day. A few weeks ago I woke up from my nap at my wonderful babysitters house and I said "Jud-iay, it sure is a nice day!" Judy agreed and gave me a big squeeze. 

Daddy is beginning a new racing season. Fall is cyclocross and super fun to watch.  His first race is this weekend so I'll be sure to snap some photos to show you. Daddy says it will be extra fun when he races in the rain: whick means mud and slippery slopes on the race course. 
















 
As most know I'm going to be a big brother this winter! I'm very excited to meet "my baby doll".

Do you like my new fall clothes?

Say cheese!  Happy Birthday Aunt Jane!

indian summer

Aunt Jane's b-day cake mom made for her.  It was very pretty. We have had a summer full of fun, sunshine and plenty of outdoor adventures.  We are sad to say with the temps holding in the 40's + 50's we must tuck away our shorts, tanks and swimsuits until next year.

Dad and I playing soccer in grandma + grandpa Clark's back yard. Looks like Dad is mixing me up with the ball.

 

Cousins gather together for a picnic at grandma clark's house.

What little boys do...

What do you think of my tatto art?  Come on over and I'll give you whatever color you like. Mommy will reassure you that it's washable.






















At daddy's race.  GO DADDY! 

 













Love love love "e pree cones"  i.e. ice cream cones!

lovely flagstone patio + walkway

 I love running my trains through the dirt. Can't think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon!  

 












Daddy's walkway is nearly complete!  The stones were HEAVY!