Fun at the Fair!

This weekend we had some "Epic Fun" at the Puyallup State Fair with Blake. We enjoyed the animals from around the world and even saw a Zebra, Emu and Ze-Donk (yes that is a Zebra crossed with a Donkey) up close. Blake enjoyed his first fair scone, one of many I am sure, and was as interested in the balloons, fans, and hay as he was the animals...But I have to say one of my favorite moments involved this photo booth and the three of us fun times!

Splish, Splash we were taking a Bath....

Here are some great pictures of Blake taking a bath one morning with mommy! He LOVES bath time and it is finally getting to the point where he can really have fun:) He is starting to be able to give high fives and kisses- what a BIG boy!

Laughing at the funny shower sprayer!

Big Smile for mommy!

Funny memories...

Here a few funny things that happen with a 6-9 month old son...

"Somewhere between the innocence of babyhood and the dignity of manhood lies a sweet creature called...boy"

Yes that is our son trying to drink the wine-anything shaped like that (no matter the size apparently) he thinks is his to drink! Ha! Reading the Bible before bed

This particular evening Justin is reading to Blake about Martha and Mary. I hear him reading then all of a sudden he goes "See that picture," it is picture of a cartoon Martha running around cleaning like a crazy woman, "that's mommy!" Nice! But funny also! Blake and Daddy after the "donut" incident:)

That's right folks Justin gave Blake a donut (not the icing part) without thinking "Oh, he hasn't been introduced to eggs, butter, flour, sugar....whoopsie! Notice Justin has a look of fear and Blake has a look of "whats wrong guys?
Mom and Me on the plane ready to go to Colorado! Mom is crazy and tried to feed me my mashed peas and bananas (not mixed:)) on the plane I made quite the mess! In the backyard taking pictures for my 7 month!

Summer Fun!

Well we have been up to a bunch this summer and Blake has been moving more and more! He currently stands and tries to walk, often too fast which has resulted in the occasional bump and bruise, luckily he gets over them fast, but unluckily he can't remember why it happened and he does the same trick again:) It is soo amazing to watch him grow up and see who he is, he is such a sweet boy with a great laugh and love of life. he got his dad's love of adventure and his mom's determination (some might call it stubborness:)) which creates for quite fun around the house! Here is a video of him discovering that he can move outside of the couch area:)

House Projects

I have decided that as much as I do, admittedly, love all of those home design shows-they truly are a farce that have given me false hope that whenever Justin and I start a project we too can be done in 24 hours or less. YEAH right! We are currently re-doing our downstairs bath-as much as a LOVED the blue wallpaper and oak colored cabinets it was time for them to go- and between unexpected layers of wallpaper (we didn't know about the pink floral number below)and work and an almost 8 month old we are on week 2.5 and in the home stretch. FINALLY! Those shows must have a ton of people we don't see working like Santa's Elves! Hopefully we will be done soon, and when we are I will, with thanksgiving in my hear, post some new photos.

Busy Busy!

I really can't believe that it is the end of July and I have 4 short weeks before I have to go back to work part time! It is amazing how fast time flies when you are loving every second of what you are doing. Blake and I have had quite the summer from his first vacation to starting swimming lessons we are a busy pair! Last night he was such a fun boy, laughing and giggling for about 1 hour with mom and dad. This activity was not only fun because for those of you who haven't seen a 7 month old laugh uncontrollably, you are missing out-it is hilarious! But also because this is an activity he really only does for mom and dad. What an amazing set up, some how in the midst of everything he is learning he is able to differentiate Justin and me from the rest of the big people that smile and talk to him. I am truly blessed!

On a side note, I broke my toe about 3 weeks ago and was able to go running the first time last night and I almost ran into a deer-I am not kidding I was daydreaming and all of sudden a deer was like 1 foot away from me-luckily he moved without attacking!

Honking and Yelling at Runners....

Here is a thought I had...I am currently going to try to train for the Leavenworth half-marathon, October 4th, I have run one before (pre-baby, Fall of 2006) and I did enjoy it so I think that is what I need to give me the kick in the butt to get back out there. With pregnancy complications (placenta previa) and then working full time 10 weeks after he came, running consistently has been more of a dream rather than reality. But it is summer, gorgeous, I am home, and only go back part-time in the fall so pavement here I come. But as I am contemplating running one memory always comes to mind (as my route is partly on a main road) why in the world to people (mainly men) honk and women running? Do they think that as I am huffing and puffing up that hill I am going to hear their horn and think "Oh my goodness the man I was always looking for...turn around and run after their car." Or is it more that they are just wanting to affirm that I am running? Because I am often very aware of that fact...or maybe it very simply is they are cheering us on? none-the-less I am excited to get back in the swing of things.