Sadie

Sometimes I cannot believe what Sadie, the dog, will tolerate from Adler. Today, it was bouncing on Sadie's back. She was totally fine with it....and Adler was having a blast! She really has surprised me with how great she is with kids. She has always had a very high energy personality and I had worried it would be too much...but looks like she and Adler are a perfect match! As much as I complain about this dog, I do appreciate how much love and entertainment she provides to Adler. Not to mention the vacuum cleaner this dog is for Adler's messes! He LOVES her so very much and calls every dog "Sadie" (even Tristan our other dog). 

Chewing out Macs and relaxing all cool....

Mac-n-cheese that is......This is how Adler ate his lunch today. I fixed him Mac-n-cheese and tried to sneak in some green peas. As you can see, he ate completely around them....and had his leg propped up on the table the whole time. Guess we should start some table manners practice.....

Fixin' our Eyes on Jesus

Adler and I did a short craft project today. We took two empty toilet paper rolls, covered them in duct tape, then taped them together to make binoculars. I had stickers for Adler to decorate with, but I guess he is a minimalist and didn't want to put them on. 

We talked about Hebrews 12:2 which says, "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. ". We shortened this verse to "Fix your eyes on Jesus", which was the theme of our craft project. I tried to get him to say the verse, but it sounded more like "fish your eye juice". 

Right now, Adler is trying to get the dogs to look through his binoculars.....anyways, we had fun, just wanted to share our afternoon craft!

PS> note Adler's most favorite shirt he is wearing......

Community Group Camp Out

Last night was Adler's first "camp out". Our community group got together and the Dad's kept the kids at The Huff's house for a night of camping in the back yard. There were tents, bug spray, a camp fire pit, smores, hot dogs, fireworks, and tons of play time. Adler definitely isn't quite old enough for the over-nighter, but he did have a good time running around and drinking as many other kids' juice boxes as he could find. Here's to next year, when Adler will be ready for the all night...

side note: the other dads/kids were up until 1:30am and woke up at 6:30am...thinking that I'm okay with not being there all night. ;)

Funky Friday

If it smells like funk it must be ME! I tried this new deodorant to try to be more organic...and more organic is what I got. I smell like I've been living in the woods for a week right now. Good thing Adler loves me anyways. Looks like I need a shower pronto!! Any suggestions on something that is organic and works??

Buddy

That's what Adler has been calling me all week long..."Buddy". 

He says stuff like, "thank you, Buddy". I'll say, "I'm Mommy, can you call me Mommy?". Of course, then he'll answer "NOPE!", the only answer he has to any question. He only says yes when excited about something and puts a fist in the air and says "YES!!!". (which he first copied me when I was thrilled to come across a Sonic when we were in Texas....that's a way to get a kid excited about fast food!)

We'll see how long "Buddy" will last for, I'm sure it could be worse!

The ole nose on the window pose

The ole nose on the window pose, originally uploaded by Stevo28andgrowing.

How could I not blog this??? This was at the beach over the 4th of July. Adler loved going in and out the glass door and thought it was just a blast to peer into the house by sticking his face on the glass.

Ok, I'll admit it...

I was at the grocery store, and was trying to find something quick to fix for Adler for lunch...Mac and cheese was going to take too long, another turkey sandwich?, mmmm....what about some organic ravioli? I went over to soup section to look at the Chef Boyardee area to see if there was an organic option...none of that junk from the 80s for Adler! Hmmm....nothing there.....went over to the baby isle to see if there was an Earth's Best option. Nope, just those toddler microwaveables there and I won't buy those either. The melt down began...Adler had been sitting in the cart now (not ever the race car cart because they were all taken and he was really upset about that too) for about 45 minutes....what to buy...what to buy...oh what the heck....I bought the Chef Boyardee ravioli and we were out of the store.

We got home, and I fixed up a little plate, thinking...oh man, he is going to LOVE this stuff!! I remember begging my mom to buy Spaghetti O's and all that stuff for us growing up. My mom was a pretty healthy buyer and I don't really remember her buying it too often. But when she did...oohhhh.....I was one happy camper.

Well, to my surprise, Adler wanted NOTHING to do with the stuff. He just kept shaking his head and saying "NOPE!!!". By this time I was starving....and I took a bite. OH man, it was SO good!! I freakin' ate the entire bowl of that stuff before I knew it! I decided it was best to not look at the ingredients and product information and just enjoy the nostalgic after taste of my Chef Boyardee! Ok, I admitted it, I actually ate an entire can of Chef Boyardee/Mystery meat ravioli for lunch!!!

Adler around the world

This first picture is one our friends, The Millers, sent us from Saltillo, Mexico. They are currently there on vacation, and took this picture for us. They said these signs are all over the place since Adler is some sort of security alarm company there! Thanks, you guys!

I was inspired to post the next picture of Stephen and I in Brussels, Belgium when I was 5 months pregnant with Adler. We took this trip to Europe with Stephen's family and came across this bar in the Brussels main square called Adler. We already had his name picked out, so of course, had to take a picture.

face lift

Guess you'll notice the little face lift we made today. It's turning out to be a great Saturday. Kristine and I had a date night last night and our great friends The Presleys kept Adler. He even stayed the night, so we woke up this morning to the sounds of...nothing. But, even though I have to admit that I did kinda enjoy the peace and quiet I was so glad to pick him up this morning and to show him the tennis racket we bought him last night. He's officially getting started down his road to tennis fame and glory. ha. we'll see about that.

Hope you like the new look.

Sewing projects

While I was in Texas, my mom helped me sew together the green and white striped sear sucker jumper. I have always been able to sew pillows, curtains (things with straight lines), but really didn't know how to read a pattern. She walked me through the whole thing and we finished with the cutest outfit for Adler! He wore it to church on the Sunday we got back!

These past couple days, I've been working on another outfit (same pattern, just different fabric) while the memory of the first one is fresh on my mind. I finally finished it today! I even did button holes with my sewing machine! The straps turned out a little long, so I may need to go back and shorten them, but otherwise, it turned out great! Thanks mom! Now can you fly to Atlanta so I can learn another pattern???

Papa and Neanie's house

Adler loved spending time with Papa and Neanie. They watched Cars together, walked to the park, fed the fish, played on the playground....

Grammi kept Adler for the day so I could go wedding dress shopping for my sister, Shelley, and then spent some time at the Bobbi Brown counter at the Galleria. Mom and Shelley both got make-overs and looked amazing!!

4th @ Crystal Beach

The day started out gloomy, but Adler enjoyed playing in the rain. He and Stephen took a good nap together (oh, and Lightening McQeen), the fireworks were spectacular!!

Airport

Here are some traveling pics from our trip to Texas for the 4th. Stephen flew with us on the way, but Adler and I flew by ourselves on the way back. He did a great job and was just happy playing with his cars and watching Cars. Just an average day in the life of a toddler!

DOH!

I went to the first day of my summer Bible Study class a couple weeks ago. A friend of mine in the class asked me if "that was the new style?". She pointed down to the floor. At first, I didn't notice, but then...DOH! I had on two different shoes. Guess you could figure out what kind of morning I had trying to get out the door!

Welcome Home Daddy!

Here is a banner Adler colored to welcome home his Daddy from his week trip in LA. We have kept it up near the garage door ever since!

Pool side fun

Here are some pics of Adler at the Fountain's pool. All of their neighbors must think we live in their subdivision since we are there all the time!

Thankful

Every time I drive by this place, I'm reminded of how thankful I am to get to be a stay home mom with my baby. This is one of the day cares we looked at about two years ago when I was pregnant with Adler. I went by there a few times and cried every time I left. I'm so thankful I never had to go back!

Asheville

This is an old pic from when KT, Shelley Mason and I met in a small mountain town outside of Asheville (I can't even remember the name right now). One of the shops had Sesame Street on their T.V., so we parked the kids in front and ordered some soft drinks.

We're back!

Back in the ATL! I have stories to share, but the pics are on Stephen's phone, so those will have to wait. We had a great 4th....crazy, but fun at the Hunton's beach house on Crystal Beach. The fireworks display was insane (see Stephen's site), complete with 3 fires near our house from grass catching fireworks, but I guess that's what kept things exciting. Adler enjoyed time with his grandparents, Aunt Shay Shay, Uncle PT, Louise and the McKown family. I got a night out with KT and D, and my mom and I sewed Adler the cutest jumper you've ever seen! He wore it to church on Sunday and was so cute! My goal now is to sew another one by myself, so we'll see how that goes.

Adler is talking a lot more and has some phrases. He's already asking questions like "What's that?" and expects an explanation. He is still obsessed with cars, but they were my saving grace on the plane as I had some Car toys to give him on the plane as a surprise.

Well, until I can get those pics from the beach posted, I leave you with a song every Georgia bride dances to on her wedding day....