The Piñata - Part 2

Here is the finished product. Hamp wanted a green Mickey Mouse and there is no doubt this one is totally green!

Can't wait to see you all at his upcoming birthday party. I know that Angie is praying the rain holds off.

DSL

We just got DSL at home! For $10 a month!! This is AWESOME!!!

Now I can blog from home and include pictures without a hitch. Check back often for updated pictures and insights into our little world.

The Piñata - Part 1

Hampton is turning 3 years old at the end of the month. He is so excited. He will gladly tell you that his birthday is on "June the Thirtieth" and proudly hold out his first three fingers to share his age.

We asked him what type of party he would like and he quickly told us a Mickey Mouse party. Angie has worked feverishly to make the invitations, pick the party decor, order a cake, and everything else that is involved in making a birthday party special. (She happens to be the BEST Mamma a kid could have!)

For his party, we decided to build a Mickey piñata. What better way to celebrate a birthday than to beat the stuffing out a childhood icon!

We started tonight and we will keep you updated on the progress. Angie was the photographer at first, but later all three of us had our hands in the flour paste. He had a good time helping "make Mickey."

Family Vacation - Destin, FL Part 6

Our last day at the beach. The kids woke up again at 5:30. They are still so excited to be at the beach.

Since we got there around 7:30 we had the entire Gulf of Mexico to ourselves!

Emma is turning into quite the beach babe!


Hampton decided to try his hand at building a sand castle.

He was doing a great job of scooping the sand into the mold while Ang patted it down.

Then, they would both say "Five, four, three, two, one...BLAST OFF!" and pull the mold off.

After a nap (Angie and I took one today, too!), we hit the road and headed to THE TRACK for some miniature golf and a ride in an airplane.

We have had a great time on our family vacation.

I hope you have enjoyed the Blogs. We wanted to share with you some of the fun things we have done and let you be a part of the kids' experience. I know we will never forget all that has happened.

We'll see you all soon!

Family Vacation - Destin, FL Part 5

Naps are WONDERFUL!!!

Hamp and Emma woke up from their early naps in a great mood and ready for lots of fun in the sun. We spent nearly 4 hours playing in the pool and ocean. It was way fun!

Emma was looking as cute as ever!



Hamp was riding the waves with both Mama and Daddy! There was lots of seaweed...Mama wasn't too keen on that, either!





After the beach we headed back to the pool for some more swimming and an ice cream break. Hamp's favorite is CHOCOLATE!



We sure are having fun. Miss you all.

Family Vacation - Destin, FL Part 4

We are pooped!!! Hamp woke us at 5:30 again this morning and during a breakfast at Cracker Barrell Angie and I decided a morning nap was a must today. So, right now Hamp is snoozing and Angie is trying to convince Emma that a nap is a good idea for her, too. We'll head back to the beach and pool later and we are going to try our hand at grilling some steaks and corn on the cob over a charcoal grill for dinner.

Here is a video of Emma crawling. She is getting FAST!!! We miss you all and wish you were here with us to enjoy our first big family vacation.

Family Vacation - Destin, FL Part 3

Today we said goodbye to Grammy, Papa, and Jen Jen. We had a BLAST. Thanks for coming and sharing our vacation with us.

Later we headed to Big Kahuna so that Hampton could enjoy the "BIG SLIDES" and "BIG WATERFALLS!" It was great fun. Thanks to Grammy and Papa for the chance to go!

I am attaching a video of Hampton swimming earlier today. He is doing so well! Reach and Pull...Reach and Pull! We are proud of you, Buddy!!!

Family Vacation - Destin, FL Part 2

Here is a slide show of pictures so far on the trip. Papa let me use a very cool program to create the slide show. I hope you all enjoy the show!!!

 

Family Vacation - Destin, FL

We are on vacation!!!

Hampton and Emma are enjoying their first trip to the beach. Sand, salt water, and sun. Spending time with Mommy and Daddy, Grammy and Papa and Jen Jen. Wish you were here!!!