Sophie's boys...

Dad, Julie and the boys came to visit us last week. We had such a great time relaxing and visiting, I had a hard time letting them leave on Monday. Sophie was completely attached to her uncles...she would go upstairs with them and you'd never see her again until bed time. She was a totally different [little] person around them...so excited and willing to show off. Yup, her uncles are definitely HER BOYS!



We drove up to Washington D.C. and braved the sweltering weather conditions seeing as much as we possibly could in a couple days [without melting away or bumping into a boy scout]. So much history in D.C. its hard to see everything when you're on a time limit but I think we hit some of the best spots. And both Air and Space Museums were unbelievable! A few hiccups...but fortunately David was found and the truck was released. [LOL]


The White House


Lincoln Memorial


Washington Monument


The Capitol Building

Thanks again for making the trip. We love you and miss you already!!

And, of course, you can't visit D.C. and not think about our soldiers. God Bless You!!

Have a great weekend everyone! Love.

It's OFFICIAL!!...

For those of you we haven't already sent this video to...Sophie's a true TODDLER!!!



Seventeen months and one week...she's actually walking! We're so proud Peanut!!

Love to everyone reading!

Way Overdue...

I finally got through all the pictures of my sister's wedding. Of course, that was back in March but hey, better late than never! So as promised here are a few pictures of Princess Sophie in her flowergirl dress. She was crashed out most of the reception so she missed out on most of the action. Thanks Keri for capturing these!!






[and stud Evan]

My sister was the most beautiful bride I have ever seen. She's just stunning...even without being a bride so I had to share a few more pictures. Chachie...you're a lucky man...but you already knew that! Love you guys!







We love weddings! A congrats are order, [again] LATE, to our friends back home...Eric and Mary Jane Ritchey!! What a great couple, wish we could have made this wedding too but we are already looking forward to the vow renewal next year in MEXICO!! Welome to the club!!! See you in a few weeks!

Love.

Doumeng Reunion...

My Mom came to visit for a few days last week and boy did we enjoy the visit. Sophie was dragging Rammie ALL OVER the place showing her all her coolest tricks and talking up a storm. It was crazy...I could actually cook dinner in PEACE!! She brought all kinds of gifts, to NO surprise. Sophie was so spoiled she was pulling everything out of Rammie's luggage to find more presents. Little toot!



Wednesday GGB and O came to town. We celebrated GGB's birthday luau style and were so excited to visit with both her and "Mr. New York" himself...Uncle O! Of course, Sophie was showered with gifts yet again so she was won over quite early. She LOVED the bubble blower and kept signing "more" to keep them going. She's been putting her puzzle pieces together and gives her frog hugs almost everyday. Thanks you for all the the great presents.







Happy Birthday GGB!! Thank you guys for making the trip to Holly Springs. We truly LOVED the company and miss you already.



Gosh, goodbyes are a bummer. Unfortunately, we also had to say our last goodbye to our Crawford friends. We miss you guys too and hated having to say goodbye to such great people. You guys are awesome and we are so lucky to have met you. We wish you the very best in KANSAS CITY!!

[Sigh...]

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Love.

Happy 4th of July!...

Loaded up and went to Wilmington for the Fourth. Tried to hit up the beach in Wrightsville but parking was virtually impossible so we hit the hotel pool instead! Sophie loved it...outdoors and splashing in the water, right up her alley. I think we stayed parked on the steps for over an hour so I'd say that was a good afternoon!

We rested for a bit then headed dowtown for fireworks! Ate good food at Circa 1922 before the grand finale of "Boom-Boom-Pow's". Sophie was completely freaked out at how loud the fireworks were to the point where she was directing us back to the car, but after a couple minutes she was okay and watched without blinking. Spectacular show that lasted about 20 minutes...long enough, for sure. Sophie crashed out almost immediately after getting in the car.







Before heading out of town we decided we needed to take the tour of USS North Carolina of World War II. So AMAZING! There are no other words. Thanks to all our soldiers!!







Hope everyone had a great holiday weekend. Happy 4th!! Love.

Seventeen Months...

Yup, it's official. The terrible two's DEFINITELY start way before 24 months. As usual, she's totally got her own opinions [without say, literally] and can do ANYTHING all by herself!! She'll walk when she's darn good and ready, even if that's when she's 16...who's counting anyways?? She loves the outdoors, playing with chalk, walking Sampson or pushing her stroller. And most days [when Daddy's not working] you'll find her attached to his finger walking endlessly around the house or outside.





She's a fantastic eater and will eat anything you have on your plate. And she has figured out how to use a spoon. Silverware is a MUST as well as "dipping sauce". Yogurt and ketchup mainly...having either on our plate makes everything even that much yummier. Her hair has gotten so long I actually got it up in a ponytail for the first time! So cute and she thought she was so cool.



She's a jumper...or so she thinks she's jumping. She can find airplanes in the sky and does a motion like she's flying. She loves to look at you out of the corners of her eyes. She does "magic" hiding things under blankets or inside things, waits for you to search for them, only to magically make them appear again.

Still our little angel. Our lives wouldn't be the same without her!



Hope everyone has an awesome week. Lots of love!

Oh and I can't believe I forgot to post for Father's Day...SHEESH! I'm terrible!! Anywho - Happy [late] Father's Day to all the wonderful Daddy's.

We love you, Daddy!!