Zoo Trip 2010

We went to the zoo a couple of weeks ago. Caroline and Kyle are old pros at the zoo with this being their second trip. Their first was on the hottest day in June last year so needless to say this was a much better trip although still hot.

Caroline was a trooper and walked much of the whole day while Kyle rode in the stroller. They both enjoyed seeing all the animals. We were lucky and most of the animals were napping, but visible. I think her favorite was seeing the monkeys. She also loved riding the "horseysell" as she calls it. Everytime we go to Concord Mills we have to ride that one too. We started our day out with a picnic before going in and enjoyed some ice cream and cotton candy while there. That night we ate a Rock Ola Cafe in Asheboro. Bryan and I hadn't ate at one in years and it was so good. We both got burgers and they were delicious. Kyle enjoyed entertaining the other patrons. He is such a ladies man and likes to have all of their attention. We had a great day and were worn out for bed.

What a Difference a Year Makes

Well, it's almost been a year since my last post and I promise to do better with this blogging thing. HA! We have been so busy, but there have been plenty of times I stop and think...I should blog this.

This picture is on Kyle's first birthday party which was held at the same park we had Caroline's first birthday party. It was just a small family affair and he seemed to have a good time although by cake time he was worn out and wasn't interested in tearing it up. Caroline was such a good helper with opening all of his presents.

Caroline and Kyle are getting along great and I think she is starting to understand a little more of how fun he is going to be in the future when he gets old enough to play. She better watch out because he will start hitting back too.

A few things about them: Kyle is ALL boy and is in to everything. He is not walking yet, but he is pulling to a stand and will walk around a table, so it shouldn't be long. He is a little more destructive than Caroline was with pulling things off the table etc. He is growing a lot and loves to eat. He especially loves crackers (Ritz, saltines). He is starting to use a sippy cup with more regularity. He is still waking up in the middle of the night or early am for a bottle. Although, we are still sleep deprived I just try to remember this is our last baby, so I will miss that one day. We just love him to pieces.

Caroline is definitely turning into a big girl and always wants to help. She loves playing with Kyle. She is currently in swim classes and doing well. She likes to practice with her toys in the bathtub. She is starting to write (copy) letters and loves everything to do with Princesses. She is such a joy to watch grow each day.

We have a busy summer planned so I hope to post more soon.