Beep Beep

I remembered a funny story in the car today that I wanted to share. It might be one of those.."ya had to be there" moments, nonetheless, I laugh every time I think of it. We were visiting Front Royal and Shenandoah a couple of weeks ago and decided it was time to head home. So we get all buckled in and pull out of our parking space and hear two warning honks. It sounded close. Josh and I were both startled and turned to look to see who we cut off. Well...no one was there and thats when we realized Henry was playing with his new little race car that Grandma Snow had given him for his birthday. It goes BEEP BEEP!! I laughed pretty hard. Henry got us!

Black and Blue

My Poor Son...............................
Henry fell while we were at the swimming pool. He pulled outta my arms and landed face first on the concrete. But, in all the turmoil, he still has the incredibly adorable smile! What a tough boy!
I thought it would make for a cute picture to get Henry climbing.............................................
And then I was too late to catch him........................................................................................

Playing Catch Up

We have had a lot of fun the last couple weeks! Josh's brother, Ryan, has been in town and we were lucky enough to be able to see him while he was here on business. We visited him his first night here at the National Harbor where he was staying and saw the incredible....statue, I guess you would call it, The Awakening. We then were able to take a tour up to the very top of the Washington Memorial at dusk. What a need experience!

Henry was chasing birds the whole time we were waiting for our ride to the top. He LOVES animals!
Ryan in the middle with Daddy and Henry on the right - Enjoying the view at the top!

One year measurements

Hi everyone! Well, not quite 2 weeks past Henry's birthday and we have his 12 month measurements. Maybe no one really cares how big around his head is, but for documentations sake!

WT: 21LBS 9OZ

30th Percentile

We thought he was a lot bigger, but apparently he is a little on the smaller side...

HT: 29 1/2 inches

40th Percentile

HC: 18 1/2

70th Percentile! BIG Head! Hopefully that means big, smart boy!

Shenandoah National Park - August 6, 2010

We had the opportunity to visit Shenandoah this week. It is a little over an our west of where we live. We really enjoyed out time there. We spent the morning in the park. The park is stretched over 100 miles. We drove through the first 35 miles. It is so incredible how much green exists here! I expected more mountainous rocky climbs, but it is all forest! It was so beautiful. We hiked to a bird watch and were able to spot some animals along the way. Lots of butterflies, and deer! After we felt Henry had enough hiking we left the park and wandered Front Royal Downtown. Its just a little town with lots and lots of antique shops. It was a lot of fun and so relaxing. It was great to spend the day together as family and I would love to go back someday and spend more time in the park.







Looking at the fishies at the visitors center

Completely tuckered out! Henry was such a good boy all day. We had so much fun!

Birthday Fun

Today we celebrated Henry's 1st birthday.

We started by taking him to the pool to swim.

Then we invited some friend's over for a party and Henry got to have his first taste of birthday cake, actually, it was a lot more than just a taste.

I think he had a good day.

Happy Birthday Henry ~ ONE YEAR!

I can't believe a year ago right at this moment we were in the hospital waiting for Henry to join our family. I never could have guessed how much joy he would have brought in our lives. He is and has always been a very happy, calm baby. He has grown so much in the last few months learning how to crawl and then to walk just 3 1/2 months later. He loves his legos, and his blue knit blankie. He loves spending time outside and would rather walk then be carried, ride in a stroller, or sit on someone's shoulders. He enjoys swimming but mostly recently doesn't enjoy bath time so much. He goes down for naps and bed time very easily and we are currently trying to teach him the sign for sleep. He LOVES soccer. He claps for himself every time he makes a goal. He enjoys having serious conversations with himself in the car, and loves his new big boy carseat. Who wouldnt love sitting forward! I love Henry's laugh. I love the he will run to me with open arms and give me a big hug! I love his open mouth, slobbery kisses. I find it hillarious that he will rock and roll in the car with Daddy but not with Mommy. He loves to watch the birds and squirrels. Oh Henry, I am so proud to be your mommy! I love you so much. Thank you for a very eventful for year! I look forward to many many more fun years being your mommy. Happy birthday sweet boy.

-Love Mommy

My big boy....

One in his mouth....holding another...... Can you get any more attached?


Hanging out with Daddy, one of Henry's favorite things to do.
Henry's brand new big boy carseat!! HE LOVES IT!

Hangin out with Daddy while he works
Playing with and watching the squirrel on the porch - Henry LOVES animals!