Finishing Up July

We really did fill up the rest of this month and have been enjoying the not too hot summer. I mean, it's hot, but not our usual torment. Short but sweet, here's some of what we've been up to.

btw..thought I posted some action after the fourth, but didnt....we missed Evan 16th month and almost to his 17th month....WOW!!

Here comes a lot of pictures!!

Water Fights, Parks, & More Outdoor Fun!!

Ohhh!! that's why we have swim diapers...

solved the rock problem :)

BROTHERS :)

ART TIME & LEARNING THROUGH PLAY

LOVE THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

Our little artist ("itsa storm mom")

letter /toy matching game :) 

Love playing with baking soda and vinegar

Bookmans :) 

WE'RE GOOD AT BEING WEIRD

WHAT HE LOOKS LIKE 90% OF THE TIME AFTER EATING

CHEERS!

CLEVER & WEIRD!

HE WAS OBSESSED W/THAT CREEPY BEAR

JUST LIKE DADDY

Lawrence-isms: "So......how was your day mom?"

              

                            "that;s my best buddy _________"

                       

                             "I can't wanna like that mom"

me telling him not to do something..."but, it's in my story mom"  (from super why) 

• Loves to get down to his under pants every time we get home
• Horrible habit of using the (outside) world as his restroom!
• Still has an amazing memory and is very interested in learning to read
• Loves super heroes (esp batman), cars, trucks, planes, dancing, the park, and the gym
• Fav shows/movies are Little Einsteins, Super Why, Cars, Rio

Happy Birthday America

The Fourth of July is so fun and totally different here than back home. But, we still find ways to celebrate. Our great friend invited us over for some yummy food, laughs, and fun!

It was all about the food for Evan

It's not a holiday without some art!

The celebration continued through the weekend with a cute little neighborhood parade at our park ;) 

they got medals! :

What We Do When It's 115

We've been keeping really busy and having a blast. 

The last week of June we headed to a local resort for the weekend with some close friends. Fun was had by ALL! Even mommy and daddy, thanks to some awesome gals that love our babies! We hung out at the pool, splash park, and an awesome mini little lazy river. It was perfect for our kids ages and so very relaxing! I'm up for anything that doesn't involve me cooking, cleaning, repeat...... It's nice for a little change!

 I have to some photos from Larry's phone to share (He's good at remembering to sneak in some shots)

 Guys!! Don't be afraid to visit in the summer!! Flights are way cheaper and were getting better at finding some cool spots!!!

Here's a glimpse of some stuff the boys and I do when we're not slumming it at a hotel!!!

 WE SWIM

 WE DRESS OURSELVES & SHOW -OFF HOW SMART WE ARE :) 

some might argue "fashionably smart" but he'd disagree

 WE GO TO BIRTHDAY PARTIES, DRESSED AS SUPERMAN

 WE PLAY WITH WET CHALK!

 WE TAKE AMAZING SELFIES

 WE PLAY&LEARN (mommy/teacher style)

WE EAT OUR RESULTS

WE ORGANIZE

AND DISORGANIZE....

WE GIVE HUGS 

WE GIVE THE BEST SMILES... BECAUSE WE KNOW WE ARE SO VERY LOVED!

Evan the Great

Evan is 15 months....and since I'm posting so late, almost 16 months!! His check up was good minus his first double ear infection :(   I think he has a super high pain tolerance because I could barely tell he was sick . I knew he was fighting a little bug, but didn't realize how bad. Good timing on his well visit!

 But, other than that he's growing strong and is funny and smart and delightfully naughty as ever. Some people get kinda defensive (in a sweet, they love him way) when I say naughty....but I secretly like it. I think he's hilarious. Sometimes it's embarrassing or I'm at a complete loss at what to do when he shows this ornery little side of him. But, honestly I love how he's so full of energy, emotion, and determination. He knows what he likes and doesn't like, loves a reaction (esp a negative one), and wears his heart on his sleeve!

The best is he seems to know how to balance this perfect naughtiness with an adorableness that could knock you off your feet. He is so unbelievably handsome with the cutest cheeks. His eyes are so big and full of character...he knows how to flash them with perfect precision!   and his hugs!!!  He wraps his arms around you so tight and will even end with a few pats. He's our snuggle bug and will sit in our laps forever just to be close. He's our beautiful, sweet, and determined baby boy! Love you Evan Michael!!

Evan's Stats:

• Talking so much! Some favorite new ones:

Hi...to everyone!! 

Bye Daddy, mommy

I yuh yoo (I love you)

see yuh (cereal) 

• Going down the little slide
• Endless list of climbing
• Prefers running over walking
• Does not like the big pool,still, but will tolerate if in mommy or daddys arms
• He eats everything...this is good for meals and snacks, but not when its chalk, crayons, sand, rocks .........
• We are slowly but surely lessening pacifier time or his "BA"  but he doesnt usually like to give it up without a fight... If he's not yelling "snack" or "eeeeeeaaaatttt!!!" ..he wants "BA"