Fun Family Times

Mike had Friday off so we decided to take a quick drive up to Lake George to check out the fall foliage. We ended up stopping in Bolton Landing and found this little park along the water. Now there was a huge sandy volleyball court standing between us and this beautiful little patch of grass along the water. Why do we test the will of our two year old son you ask? Well in search of a great picture of course! So, predictably, it was aprox 30 seconds before the first meltdown as we dragged Noah out of the sand. I was able to set the timer and snap this photo really quick. As I ran back to check the camera Mike attempted to keep Noah on the grass. Lets just say both of them ended up with one wet foot and I was the only one laughing.

There's no such thing as childproof!

We decided to try a fridge lock in our new house because Noah is into EVERYTHING. We put it at the highest point on the door thinking there was no way he could reach it. As usual, we were wrong. Sorry it's fuzzy, I have no idea what happened there.

We've moved...again!

Ok so how many of you are completely unimpressed with the fact that we've moved....again? Mike and I spent our 6th wedding anniversary (Oct 5th) moving into our new home, which also happens to be the 6th home we've shared. I think this time it will take a force of nature to get us out until we are good and ready. I have lots of pics from the last few weeks so i'll be doing some catching up this week. We finally got our internet and phone connections today so i'm playing a little catch up with posting and emails. Check your inboxes for contact info!

On a completely unrelated note, here is a picture my Dad happened to send me today that was taken at the Niska-Day parade in May. It was cold and rainy and I specifically remember saying it felt like a fall day, perfect for Baked Potato Soup (which happens to be what I made today!).

Happy Anniversary to us!

Mike and I woke up around 6am (because that's when Drill Instructor Noah makes us) and decided to get an early start on moving. So as we headed over to Uhaul all of a sudden Mike taps me on the arm and says "Hey, Happy Anniversary!". I forgot. I can't believe I forgot. I mean it's not like I didn't know when it was, it just never entered my mind that morning. I forgot, and Mike remembered. How great is that? I thought it was wonderful. Here is one of my favorite pictures of us to date. The resolution is bad and the color is terrible but it will always be the best. It was our first "dance". We were in the surf, the sun was setting and the breeze was full of ocean air. Awesome.

Sometimes I wonder who is raising who!

Mike and Noah decided to hang out on the steps after we went for a walk.

As I took this picture I should have realized something was amiss. Noah then proceeded to walk inside and lock the storm door with his parents outside.

Here is Mike congratulating our son for letting us back into the house. You can hear Noah's utter his favorite phrase as he closes the door (Bye Bye C-ya).

Noah's Halloween Costume, yah!

I got this adorable costume on sale at Old Navy . Noah was afraid of it at first so this was one of the first times he actually let me put it on him. We haven't even gotten to the pants yet but we've got plenty of time to practice! This was one of those times where I just want to eat him up he's so cute!

There are so many cute ones the last few weeks I couldn't decide!

Fall is coming!

Well according to the weatherman we're going to have a few days of indian summer this week but I'm pretty sure we can say fall is here. Tonight the forecasted low is 34, yikes! On Saturday we took our first trip to Bowman Orchards . We weren't quite ready to do any apple picking but we brought home some apple cider and apple cider donuts. They were SO good! I actually set up the camera on the hood of the car while we stood in the "you-pick" raspberries.

LL Beans Grand Opening in Albany!

The official grand opening was scheduled for 9am. We drove by at about 7am and there had to be about 1000 people in line. I was blown away by the number of people with strollers and blankets. I can't imagine how long they were in line. Mike said the store was going to have pizzas delivered at midnight and they also catered breakfast for those that were there at 6am. I stopped by during the "soft opening" the day before and Noah found a cozy place to people watch. The store really is amazing and I can't wait to go back when I am not dragging a 2 year old around!

Only a matter of time...

What happened to my sweet little baby that could take naps on the couch and would barely move a muscle? Now he is like some sort of caged animal, just waiting to pounce. He can sense weakness, smell it even.

Happy Birthday to Me! ;o)

Today I am 28 years old. I'm not sure if I feel any different. I think I am finally realizing I am not "college-age" anymore. Mike and I will be celebrating our 6 year anniversary a month from today so I feel like I sort of have a (small) grasp on that. Noah is 22 months and is practically raising himself now. Ok just kidding, but there is definitely a remarkable difference between 2 and 22 months. I realize I have rarely taken a traditional path in life and sometimes I feel like I should have a few more check marks on my Lifelong To Do List but I don't have any complaints. So here is to another happy, healthy year!

The Glam-Baby

Noah's First Hike!

We decided to take Noah on his first little hike through the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. He did quite well. The main issue we had was there being lots of loose sand on the trail that he was more interested in playing in than walking on. Most people know I live in flip-flops but this morning I really could have used my sneakers.

I find this picture absolutely hilarious. Forget the picturesque walks through nature. Anyone with a child knows you're going to have a tantrum or two. I can just hear Noah thinking "stiff as a board, stiff as a board...". Hang in there Poppa!!

Noah's 1st Juicebox!

Well more like Noah's 1st successful juice box. He has tried a few times and usually ends up squeezing more than drinking but this time went quite well! Does that face not say "Mom, I got this!"?

Family Reunion

Well we had a great time up in Watertown over the weekend. It was so great to see everyone, you just wish you had more time to spend with each person. Noah got to meet his Great-Grandma and lots of Cousins. Or I guess 2nd cousins, I can never remember how that works. Here's my tip of the day: When someone hands you some delicious Cow Corn - don't eat it! ;o)

Safety First!

Poor little man was so beat he forgot to let go of the seatbelt!

Noah's First Bee Sting

My poor little man got his first bee sting while he was watching cars go by at the front door. A sneaky little wasp came in a stung him but he's no match for my Noah! By the way i'm not a heartless shutterbug...this picture was about 10 minutes later when we returned to the scene of the crime. ;o)

L.L. Bean

Here is a picture of the new store being built in Colonie Center. It's Grand Opening is set for September 14th so mark your calendars! ;o) They will be open for 24 hrs/ day for the first weekend so if you need a kayak at 3am you know where to go!

Hooray Summer!

Mike spent some time helping David dig out the post holes for his new deck so Noah and I went over to see Sherry and Ayla. While Ayla was napping Noah took advantage of the pool which I think he would sleep in if he could. It really wasn't super hot out, maybe 80 with a breeze and the hose water was practically frigid but he didn't mind a bit. Oh and no that is not a speedo, it's a very manly spiderman Little Swimmer so lay off :op