This little piggy went to market...July 17, 2013

Riley has a new found affinity for his little toes.  We were enjoying watching him roll around on the floor, one foot in each hand!

Riley is 5 months old and starting solids! July 15, 2013

For Riley's 5 month "birthday" we started him on rice cereal.  I have never seen a child take to solids so ravenously!  He didn't skip a beat.  The distressed look on his sweet face is the result of his mama taking too long with the spoon!

What a cutie!

I am so glad our little Riley is here!  He is such a delight.  I love watching him grow and learn.  Here he is in the exersaucer. 

Let's go to the Zoo! June 24th

Darrell's niece was in NC for about a month this summer, so we all took a day trip to the Asheboro Zoo.  I was a little nervous about the potential heat and how Riley would do, but we did great!  A huge shout out go to Amy and Darrylann for making that possible!  Those girls are angels! Darrylann carried Max a majority of the way.  We saw elephants, giraffes, bears, zebras, and all the usual suspects.  Alexis's favorite part?  The barred owl which we can also see in our back yard. Max's?  A toss up between the mister tree and the tram.  Sigh.  My favorite will always be the grizzly bear.  We had a ball...many thanks to Darrell's parents for the trip!  Two items worth mentioning: one of the chimps is named Amy (hahahahaha) and where the sign says it is "all down hill from here, the zookeepers are totally lying.

Toy Car! June 13, 2013

OK,  this post has a little back story.  When in middle school, my father had to drive me to school each morning.  I have to admit these driver were the highlight of my day!  He and I invented all sorts of little games on our way.  One was to see who could keep a Hershey's kiss in our mouth without it melting away the longest.  Once, dad was showing off that he still had his when it fell out onto his tie.  You are probably wondering what all this has to do with the title "Toy Car."  Another of our games was a spin off of the classic Punch Bug.  Every time we saw a Little Tikes Cozy Coupe, we'd shout "TOY CAR"  We'd keep score and whoever saw the most won.  The game got to be a little predictable after a while since our route never changed, but we played anyway.  That being said, I have fond memories attached to those little cars, so when our neighbors were selling theirs at a yard sale, I HAD to have it!  I think the little car found a good home. 

Eat Mor Chikin! June 9, 2013

As my sweet sister in law knows, I am a Chick-Fil-A addict.  Partly because their sandwiches and fries are so yummy.  But, mostly because they have such incredible service.  They really know how to cater to a mommy with her hands full!  Anyway, we are there so often, we got invited to their "exclusive" customer appreciation night.  While their everyday service is great, that night was amazing!  We were seated under a string of balloons as the cow mascot waved hello.  The tables had table cloths on them.  A waitress took our order.  The owner came by and thanked us for coming, and because Darrell couldn't make it, he gave us a coupon for a free combo meal.  He also made sure both kids got a stuffed cow to take home as a party favor.  The only think missing was our favorite hostess, Emily! It is no secret what Alexis's favorite part was...dessert!

June 1, 2013 Riley's 1st Dip!

As with Alexis, Riley got his first dip in the pool at his cousin's house.  I have to say I think his reaction was the least positive of my three little ones.  Perhaps the water was a bit too cold for his little piggies!  You have to admit, he looks pretty yummy in those teeny tiny swim trunks!  Our cousin's dog LOVED Riley!  As a matter of fact, he could hardly stand himself.  Here are a couple of little Rebel trying to get some Riley love!