Halloween

Grayson's 3rd Halloween and he was very excited to dress up and even more excited to fill up his bucket with candy. This year he really understood what candy was all about, and he couldn't wait to get his new favorite lollipops. At the first house, he forgot the proper trick or treat and went straight for, "Can I have Candy?" But was very polite with a "Thank you" at the end. He did tucker out early because he wanted to be a part of the big kid crowd but couldn't quite walk fast enough. After a little frustration and a 3/4 full bucket of candy, he said he wanted to go home. Back at home he dumped his candy out, shared the chocolate with me, grabbed a blow pop and jumped on the couch to watch a show and enjoy his candy.

Vacation 2009

A 12 hour drive and our 2nd family vacation. Grammie Focht was gracious enough to let us use her timeshare at Daytona Beach and was a part of making it special. Grayson at first was scared of the waves but just like anything with him, on his own time he fell in love with waves and ocean and just like that a Beach Bum was born. We would usually spend the mornings at the beach and the pool and then the afternoons doing different activities like local parks. One afternoon, we went to the Daytona Experience so Grayson could see the "racy" cars and his favorite Jeff Gordan. Ryan showed us some of his car skills as the tire carrier in the big crew challenge while Grayson cheered him on. A day trip to Magic Kingdom was one of last adventures, the highlights were the "It's a Small World Ride," Mickey 3D movie, and the Dream Come True Parade. Another 12 hour drive home, and the words from our child that made it amazing, "Thank you, Daddy for the Beach."

Grayson's Big Announcement

On August 9th, Grayson had a video announcement for Grandma Cheryl and Grammie Focht.

4th of July Parade

Annual 4th of July Parade that it always fun, what is better than fire trucks, police cars and a flag to wave. This year the Ivey family joined us which was even more fun!

Happy 2 1/2 Birthday

Happy 2 1/2 to Grayson. Rain settled in to the area and changed our outdoor party plans. Thanks to Skye's suggestion .....the train themed continued but over at the Dulles mall instead of park. We started with the play area, followed with train ride. Grayson rode in the caboose with the neighbor boys,. Followed by lunch, carousel ride and Ryan's specially decorated funfetti cupcakes. It was a big success!

Great Wolfe Lodge

In June, we went to Great Wolfe Lodge and it was definitely worth every cent. The entire weekend was a blast between the water park, clock show and the magic wand that could be used around the entire lodge. Plus, everyone once and awhile Ryan and I would trade off going down the big slides. We will definitely be going back!

Playing in the Creek

This is our new favorite past time..... riding our bikes to the park and then Grayson plays in the creek! Look at cool guy!!!

Best Birthday Ever!

It's the year that your son is able to sing Happy Birthday to you and is so excited about it!!! Like the title...Best Birthday Ever!

Hoodie-E!!!!!

Laughter is contagious

A little prompting

All those subliminal beach vacation messages have paid off, please don't mind the eating.

Merry Christmas, Happy 2nd Birthday!

This Christmas and 2nd birthday were so much fun since Grayson was so excited and got the concept of gift opening. Plus, we were so blessed to have both Grandma Cheryl and Grammie Focht from Florida with us. Christmas Eve we drove down to the city and went to the Natural History Museum and Butterfly exhibit. Christmas AM, the big Santa gift was the kitchen set which was the highlight and has been ever since. After nap, Grayson helped decorate his cupcakes and had a little snitch! Birthday celebration was in the evening. He loved everyone singing to him and being able to blow out his special Lightning McQueen candles. This also preceded to go on the week after his birthday until all the cupcakes were gone. Thanks to all who made the day special for him.