Sara Comer

In other news, while in TN we learned that my beloved Aunt Sara passed away. I want to take a moment to reflect on her and document how special she is. Since I can remember, I have always admired Aunt Sara. I hope to become more like her. She was a kind wonderful Southern Lady in all respects. Her home was filled with warmth and welcoming. She didn't mind letting me as a little girl wander and explore all the trinkets and treasures she had stored on various shelves and in drawers. Because of her hospitality, Independence Day will forever be my very favorite holiday. She always made me, and everyone in her presence feel so very special. I will treasure her memory always.

While in VA, Max got to meet a bunch of cousins! He seemed to especially love Will! (Sorry he pulled your hair so hard, Will!) I didn't have my camera with me, so I hope my family will share some more pictures of this trip! (Especially since Max was sleeping when the big family photo was taken!)

Up Up and Away!

Max is full of 1st these days...While in TN Grammie helped teach Max how to climb stairs. Time for baby gates!

Tennessee

Here are a few pics from the cabin we used in TN.

Congrats Officer Dan!

As I mentioned - Darrell's brother Dan is now an official policeman! Unfortunately, we didn't get a pic of Max w/ his new uniformed uncle because he slept and/or fussed through the whole ceremony! I hope to remedy that soon! We are so proud of you Dan!

1st Time out of state!

Darrell's brother Dan graduated from the police academy on March 13th, so off to TN we went! Max had several 1sts on this trip - his first time out of NC, his 1st LOOOOOOOONG car ride (what a trooper!) , his 1st time outside eastern time zone, and his 1st hotel! Max did a great job rollin' with the punches!

He also pulled himself to a stand for the 1st time! Look out mom and dad!

Still Standin'

On March 5th, we found Max standing up in his crib after his nap! Looks like we are really getting the hang of this standing up thing!

Hang On Tight!

We're in trouble now! Not only is our little man crawling, but he can also stand up on his own (as long as he remembers to hold on!) We captured this milestone Feb 28th.

My Valentine!

Grammie was here for Max's 1st Valentine's Day! Here's Max snugglin' with Grammie!

Leavin' On A Jet Plane

Kids these days really have the life! Time for Max's 4th haircut came on Feb 13th. We took him to JJ's Kids Cuts. Max sat in an airplane chair and got to watch a movie while the hairstylist worked her magic. This is Max's best haircut to date - I think we're gonna keep going there!