Play Date

I had my first real play date today with Abby. We've been seeing each other at Baby Time for awhile now our moms finally decided for us to get together outside the library. We met them at the park around 11 am. Mom and I got there first despite the fact we didn't wake up til 10 this morning and we were running behind. Mom and I swang together then we slide down the slide. Very soon Abby and her mom were there. We got to swing, then we went to the water fountains and got our feet wet! Abby's mom suggested we go get something to eat...I like her way of thinking. We ended up going to Golden's on the Square! I love their mashed potatoes and mac and cheese! We had a great time. I think mommy had more fun than me. With my "Aunt" Brandi's not living around here (one in Hampton-the other in Japan) mommy doesn't have any friends that we see regularly. Mommy enjoyed having someone to talk to other than me and daddy. And if you know my mommy she loves to plan and look into the future. I know how she thinks...she's probably already planning on seeing mine and Abby's kids playing in the front yard and her and Abby's mommy sitting on the front porch with ice tea and watching the grandkids play. Yep that's my mommy, but I love her. I love having a play mate and I can't wait til we meet each other again! Thanks Abby for a great day!

Is it Nap Time Yet?

Yesterday was the end of Vacation Bible School...mommy managed to make it every night and good thing she did she was in charge of the nursery. Mommy was a little bummed we didn't get a certificate. I might have been bummed to but I don't know what it is...so whatever. Harold and Granny came to church too...they cooked hot dogs for everyone! It was SO HOT outside! We stayed til my nap time then mommy and I came home. Mommy let daddy sleep a little later than usual since it was Father's Day. When he and I woke up...we played the rest of the day. I've been a little bit of a daddy's boy lately. He is so much fun! We lay on the bed and I jabber and he acts like he knows what I'm saying. When daddy went to work we went to Granny and Harold's and went swimming. Harold even swam with us. We had a great time. Today has been awful busy too! Mommy and I went to Baby Time at the library. Yep, Abby was there. I was so excited but I tried not to show it. We played and played while our mommy's chatted. We had a great time as usual. Mommy and Abby's mommy talked about us going to the park later this week! Yay! I love the park. When we left Baby Time we went to Granny and Harold's. And you can call off the search party...Aunt Sharon and Uncle D are back! Phew. I think they need to tell me before they leave and don't show up for a week. Shame on them. But I will forgive them this time. They brought me back a shirt that says HOT and it has flames! Awesome! I can't wait to wear it. And for those that don't know or have forgotten. Harold has called me HOT since the day mommy found out I was a boy. He says my name should have been Herman Otis Tweedell then my initials would have been HOT. Monday afternoon I got to stay with Granny while Daddy took Mommy out for awhile. He took her shopping then out to a late lunch. When they got back we went swimming and then daddy cooked hot dogs for everyone. Aunt Sue, Jeri, Will, Jamie, and Cailyn came outside and ate with us. Then daddy built a big fire and we roasted marshmallows! YUMMY! Tuesday morning we went to the library for the Music Man...I can't remember his name. We had a great time. When we left there we did a little shopping then we went to Wendy's for lunch. Mommy got me french fries but wouldn't you know I fell asleep before we sat down. Tuesday night we went swimming then we came home and mommy cooked dinner while I napped. We had a great dinner. Mommy made spaghetti, corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, squash, salad, and rolls. Boy was it good! Then daddy said that meal so good the only way it could get any better was to finish it off with ice cream. He took us to Dairy Queen, and I got my own ice cream! It's been a crazy, hectic, busy few days but I've loved every minute of it. Life is good!

Happy Father's Day

I've already blogged about my daddy so now I thought I would mention a few other men in my life that make it very special. I've got two grand-dads that love me very much. I don't get to see my Grandpa Tweedell as much as I see Harold but I love it when he comes to visit. Harold plays with me every time I go to their house. He puts me on the bed with him and we watch Jerry Springer (but don't tell mom) He tells me about trucks, wal-mart, and ice cream everyday. My grandpaw Tweedell is like my own personal paparazzi. He always brings his camera and he takes LOTS of pictures. He says I'm the cutest baby ever! My uncle D is the coolest uncle ever! He can make me laugh and I enjoy eating lunch with him every weekday. Of course his food always looks better than mine (and I'm pretty sure if mom would leave the room he would share his with me). Uncle D is always buying me a new shirt or a new book. But the buying me stuff isn't what makes him special. Uncle D is trying to teach me to 'bump' (and in case you don't know what that is...he balls his fist up and we hit them together) Guess that is a guy thing. And last but not least there is Robert. He's my big cousin and he's so cool! He can drive! He goes swimming with me and he can always make me laugh. And sometimes I make him laugh.

Mommy says I'm lucky to have so many men around me that love me. I have lots of people I can look up to. I'm sure I will continue to look up to these men the rest of my life. Hope everyone enjoys their Father's Day!

What Makes My Daddy Super?

What makes my dad super?

What makes him so great?

Well let's see. Daddy was the first one to know mommy was pregnant. Yep she went back to sleep and daddy got to tell her about me first! Daddy took care of me and mommy while I was in her belly. He made sure we were fed good and got plenty of rest. Daddy went with mommy to EVERY doctor appointment, he asked questions, he held mommy's hand, and he was there for her everyday. Mommy and Daddy found they were expecting on his birthday (Jan. 31) and by March he had my room painted and ready for me. I think he was a little excited. Daddy read books to me while I was still in mommy's belly, and he talked to me a lot.

Daddy was right there when I was born. He walked with me to the nursery. He was right there when they bathed me. He fed me my very first bottle. He held me and smiled like no one has ever smiled before. He not only took care of me for the first three months he took care of mommy too, and that's a real job. For the first two or three weeks of my life mommy had a hard time sleeping and the medicine for her blood pressure made her feel funny, what did daddy do? He stayed up all night long so he would be sure to hear me. He would pick me up and take me to mommy. He changed diapers, rocked me, walked me around, and told me about everything we would do one day.

Daddy let me watch cartoons when I was only a few weeks old. He gave me my first juice bottle. He makes me laugh like no one else can. He lets me pull his glasses off his face (which I love to do). He loves to build things with my blocks only so I can tear them down. He loves to give me snacks and cookies. He shows me things on the Internet like music videos and funny stuff. He pushes the buggy backwards at Wal-mart so I can see where I'm going, not where I've been. He shows me all the coolest toys at Wal-mart.

My daddy has a badge and I think that makes him pretty super. No he's not in the army, the marines, or the air force but he protects our community by making sure the bad guys stay behind bars. His job is stressful but does he let that show? Nope, he loves it. He serves our community and I don't think he gets enough credit. I love his badge and I love his uniform. When he puts it on I get all excited. I like to pull on his photo ID badge and look at the badge on his shirt.

So those are just a few of things that make my dad super. He's the coolest dad I've ever met and I'm so glad he's mine!

I love you daddy! You are my hero!

How Dad Asked Mommy....

To marry him. So today's installment of Show Us Your Life Friday...is about proposals. I've heard this story a hundred times so I'll tell it to you. Mommy and daddy dated for almost 6 and half years before daddy proposed. Daddy loves to research everything he does from choosing a tv to buying mommy's ring. While he was researching mommy was wondering why he was spending so much time on the Internet. Well you know how girls are...mommy kept on nagging daddy. Daddy finally told mommy that he was looking for her engagement ring. Mommy felt really bad for nagging daddy, but she was really excited too. Well daddy called a few places to check if they could make this ring and make it in the right size. After calling a few people daddy was only disappointed. Then Harold called Mr. Morgan from Morgans Jewelers and mommy went and picked up the designer books. Daddy took those books to work that night and on his lunch break he picked out the perfect ring! That weekend mommy and daddy went to the jewelry store and ordered her ring. Secretly mommy was a little disappointed that the surprise was missing. But she knew she was getting the ring of her dreams so that made up for it. Well they spent the rest of the afternoon shopping and planning. That afternoon they went back to Daddy's house. Mommy was on the computer when daddy asked her to come over to the hall. Mommy didn't think anything about it and walked over. Daddy was on his knee and asked mommy to marry him. Well what does my mom say? Whatever. She had already known he was ordering the ring. Well while they were shopping daddy bought mommy a smaller engagement ring! (yep, he's a romantic guy). Well when mommy realized daddy had a ring..she was surprised and shocked. Then she said yes. And then she turned into bridezilla. No just kidding. They set the date of 8/8/8 and that was the beginning of their fairy tale. Well that's the story that I know. At least what they will tell me. Boy oh boy I hope next weeks Show Us Your Life is something exciting!

STOP THE PRESSES...

They are missing again! My Aunt Sharon and Uncle D have not been seen since Saturday. I didn't even realize they were missing until yesterday (sorry the blog is a little late!). The last thing I heard was that they were in U-falla. Now that place sounds like a trip....da da dum. Ok couldn't resist the joke. I'm not sure if they left on their own free will or what. Mommy talked to Aunt Sharon the other day but she didn't even ask them when they were coming home to see me or where they were. We went to their house the other day but they weren't there. Where could they be? And how could they leave and not take me? Don't they miss me? I sure miss them. Ok so here is the plan if you see them leave me a comment. Or better yet kidnap them and bring them back home! Aunt Sharon and Uncle D if you read this...I miss you and I can't wait til you come back home!

A Picture is Worth 1000 Words

Me chillin' in the pool

Check out my new car. It's a 2010 Sport Buggy, cup holder and all :)

Me, Mommy, and Daddy relaxing in the pool!