My First Visit To Maine

Well... it's official. Nicholas loves Maine just as much as we do! It was his first time away from home for any length of time, so we weren't sure how he'd handle it, but there was absolutely no need to worry- he was a perfect angel! He slept through the entire car ride both there and back, which was great. Antigua, however, was a little squished because of the carseat, so he rested his head on Nicholas's lap for most of the trip. It was so sweet.

We had such a great week showing him around and introducing him to all of our favorite people and places. He finally got to meet his Auntie Jill, and we walked him through Linda's garden. We took a few rides on Papa's boat, and he got to wear his new sunglasses and life jacket for the first time. He spent some time with Daddy in the hammock, and even experienced his first lobster dinner! (Maybe next year, he'll actually get to eat some!)

We must have taken a hundred pictures while we were there, but these are a few of our favorites. Even though he's too young to say so, we think that Nicholas loved his first trip to Maine. Hopefully he will make lots of special memories there, just like his Mom and Dad have!

Busy Busy Busy!!

Sorry it's been such a long time since our last post, but we have been so busy! Nicholas is seriously on the move, and wants no part of being still. He can roll all the way across the room and gets frustrated when he bumps into something. He has also mastered his walker, and already figured out how to open the kitchen cabinets. Needless to say, we have our hands full here!

It's hard to believe that he's seven months old already. Time is absolutely flying by, and I swear he looks bigger every morning when we take him out of his crib. It seems that over the past month or so, he has become so much more mature. He is so busy, and interested in EVERYTHING around him. His little personality is really showing now! Look out, world, here comes Nicholas!!!!

My First Taste of Summer

Today really felt like a summer day! It was Nicholas's first introduction to the hot weather, and he didn't seem to mind it at all. So, we slathered him up with sunscreen, put a hat on him, and got him outside. Before long, we were back inside to strip off a layer of clothes. We spent the rest of the day in just a onesie.

It was a busy day for Nicholas too! He drank some juice from his sippy cup for the first time, had a quick visit with his friend Gregory from next door, and even took a ride on Daddy's tractor! Both Todd and our neighbor are counting the days until the boys are old enough to mow the lawn.

Needless to say... Nicholas was pooped, and after a cool tubby to wash off all the sunscreen, we put him in a pair of his summer jammies, and he was asleep in no time. It was so cute seeing his little toes sticking out from under the blanket! This summer should be a blast!!

Our Happy Six Month Old

Nicholas is loving being a six month old! Lately, he has been all smiles, and laughing at EVERYTHING! What a great age. It's so much fun for Todd and I to see him so happy.


We had to reschedule his doctor's appointment until next week, so we're still not sure exactly how big he is... but he's growing and eating like crazy, so I'm sure it will be a healthy number!



He's also starting to reach for everything. Almost time to baby-proof the house! That should be interesting. His favorite things to reach for? Faces and kitty cats! Check out Nicholas petting Mona! He's going to be an animal lover, just like his mom and dad!