Seattle and Olympia

We're back! We had an amazing time in the pacific northwest- first spending a couple days in Seattle and then a few days in Olympia with Kirsten, Chad and Andy. In Seattle, we stayed in a condo that we found on HomeAway- which was so great. We were able to walk or take the link everywhere downtown. We shopped, drank micro-brews, ate fish and chips, and then had dinner with one of Bennett's teachers from high school. Davis was amazing- despite the time change, the cold weather and the fact that we had him in the stroller all day- he was such a happy little man. So thankful for his happy spirit and flexibility.

In Olympia, we played with Andy, who is so adorable. He has bright red hair and he smiles and coos already. Boy does he know who his momma is...I don't remember Davis being so attached to me so early on. He adores Kirsten. Anyway- we took long walks every day, ate great seafood, had amazing coffee and on Saturday morning Kirsten and I had a girls morning out- we shopped at the local stores in Oly and got pedicures. So fun!

Sunday we missed our flight and got home super late...still adjusting to the time change. Anyway- it was a great trip and I think we all feel more refreshed! Here are a few pictures. We really didn't get many- too busy having fun.

Oh p.s. a few things Davis is into:
- hearty laughing
- chicken nuggets
- walking

And a few things he hates:
- hats or anything he has to put on his head
- halloween costumes. no thank you!

Playing Outside

We spent quite a bit of time playing in the front yard on a sleeping bag this weekend...Davis and I had gone on a walk around the neighborhood and just weren't ready to go inside. Bennett joined us after hearing us giggle and talk out front. Davis is doing lots of giggling and talking these days. His sounds are so different- it really is like he has his own language. Also- he's really become quite the ham. He does a really loud chuckle, and most recently, he's added a very dramatic, fake cry to his portfolio. He wails, no tears, then looks around to see what we'll do. Then he smiles.

Last night we went over to B's parents house for dinner- it was so much fun. We drank wine, talked, laughed and then had the most amazing Italian feast ever. It was such a nice way to spend a Sunday. And Davis was just a little gem, crawling around, scaling their stairs, and being happy all afternoon even though he missed his nap.

And tomorrow- we leave for Washington!!!

Moving Along

So, our new strategy is working. Stacey and I had our 4th measure/weigh-in with Ahmad this morning after telling him a couple weeks ago that we had shifted our strategy. We were all so pleased when our results proved the strategy is working! I lost 3 pounds of fat, and had great measurements on my back, my biceps and my waist. By changing back to counting weight watchers points- I achieved the same results in two weeks than the previous three months. Yahoo! It's really all about what you eat.

Anyway- Stacey did great too- and Ahmad was ecstatic. He is so funny- he gets really into it with us and was so pumped that we felt good about it and that his plan for us is working.

I don't know if he would say the same about me, but I totally think of him as my friend.

Weekend Update

The weekend flew by- but I guess they always do when you are having a good time. Friday, my grandparents came over to eat with us and see Davis- it was really fun to see them see Davis. That sounds funny- but like I said in a previous post- he has such a fun little personality now. He showed them how he could balance, clap, and even take a few steps. Nanny brought him some new circus toys- which he loves. At first he was a little freaked out by the music and sounds- but now he thinks it's great.

Saturday, Davis and Davis left for a man's weekend at Davis' family ranch and I went to see Katie and Callie in Columbus Texas. Aunt Joanne was getting married and I went to celebrate and to help with Callie in case she was overwhelmed with the loud music and everything. She was a gem, though. Slept through the whole thing...and Brayden was a little ham, running around all over the place. He looked so cute in his tuxedo! I feel like I hardly helped with Callie- everyone wanted to hold her- she is so tiny and sweet...but it was great to meet her and of course great to spend time with Katie. She dyed her hair dark and it looks AH-mazing!

Then yesterday, I had the opportunity to sleep in late...but I was totally disgusted to find out that I have become that person that wakes up early even when I don't have to. Eww. I have always said I would not be that person. With that said, I forced myself to go back to sleep and "sleep in" till 9:45. That used to be getting up early. Anyway- Davis and Davis didn't get back until later in the afternoon so I went to see a movie. I saw "It's kind of a funny story" and it was kind of great. Seriously- good flick. Loved it.

Anyway- back at work! Looking forward to a productive week, good workouts, and counting down until Washington next week.

More Happy Photos

OOoh, he just loves goldfish and smiling for the camera! He will be one in one month! How crazy is that?

Happy Man

This picture is blurry- but how cute and happy is he? So happy he has a double chin. It's so funny how much he has changed in the last month. I like to think that he has always been happy- but let's be honest- if you've spent time with Davis you remember that he spent the first 6-8 months of his life with a very serious face. Sometimes even a furrowed brow. I remember thinking that in the first few months of his life he was actually frowning at me. Looking at me like "Uh, do you really know what you're doing? Are you equipped for this?"

Anyway- he is a changed man these days. I guess I've proven myself or something...ha. He is constantly smiling, giggling, "talking" and even crawling up to people, wacking their legs, and reaching up to them. It's so much fun!

Laura and I were talking about him this morning and how different he is...I can't help but think that him playing with Scarlett and James three days a week has helped him with his social skills. I'm really thankful for that. It's awesome to see him grin when we walk in their door.

Anyway- I love his happy little grin and personality. We could learn a lot from babies and the way they look at life.

YAY Davis!

We had a big weekend...we shopped all day Friday, with no breaks, no naps, and Davis was the sweetest little man. He smiled and giggled and had the best attitude even though he was exhausted. During the day, while in dressing rooms, I noticed that Davis was beginning to balance on his own, rather than leaning against the wall or the mirror. At one point, I called his name and he turned to me, took two steps and then plopped over. I almost had a heart attack. I couldn't wait for Davis to see...

That evening, I was telling Davis all about it, so excited and I could tell he was sort like "Yeah, that's great..." but then he tried it himself. He called Davis' name, Davis paused and stood on his own for about 30 seconds, and I watched Bennett's face go from disbelief to total shock and excitement. Then Davis took a step and fell over. It was so, ridiculously exciting.

Also, he has learned to clap. It's still in slow motion because he does it the same speed as we sing pat-a-cake. It's adorable to watch and he is so pleased with himself. He has also started mimicking things we are saying. Other than "dada" he has no idea what he is saying, but he tries.

It was such a good weekend- shopping with my mom, Moore family reunion, and then last night, we took a long walk in the perfect fall weather and then watched Grumpy Old Men. I realize more and more that it's the simple things...