Swimming

This morning we took Jack swimming a swift plan to also to make him tired so he will take a good nap.

He loves the water! Summer here we come!

12 month Check up

Jack had his 12 month check up on Friday, May 29th.

He is 30.75  inches tall and he grew 1.75 inches since his last appointment

He weighs 22 lb 12 oz from 20lb 9 oz at 9 months

The circumference of his head is 19 inches from 18.5 inches

He received three shots

The Doc was impressed with our little man as she clearly saw that he is active, walking, chatting, and very lovely.

Next appt is Sept 1st for his 15 month check up.

Wasn’t he adorable?

Camping

This weekend my husband, I and my in-laws went camping at Fort Mountain State Park in the North Georgia Mountains. We had a PWI – Private Walk In Camp site. Not what any of us were expecting.

This was the hike to our camp site. It was aprox 1/4 mile hike uphill or 442 steps. Did I mention the bathroom was even farther?

Cooler, mattress pad, pillow…check.

After several hikes to our campsite we finally set up camp. This was our tent nestled between the trees.

Resting before another hike (down the trail) I looked up to see a magnificent site that I’d not seen before. How much perfect can the trees glow in this natural light?

 

Back to camp this is a fort that is at every site if you didn’t have a tent I guess you’d sleep here.

Below is our watering hole that served the purpose of washing our dishes, hands and my hair. A small water well pump under ground that gave us fresh cold water.

As always we take our Self Portrait. When camping it’s best to do the bare minimal. Note: hair back in a pony, no makeup, loose fitting attire. All which worked well.

The serene waterfall

Enjoying our view.

We had a good time needless to say. Perfect weather, perfect company, and glad to be home in our own bed.

Oh, Baby!

Jack is 1 year old today! Happy Birthday Baby Boy!

We have enjoyed every moment since you've been with us. You've brought us joy and a special love that we didn't have before you arrived. Today you are becoming our little man and tomorrow you will grow up too fast! We both love you so very much so much that you will never really know. To many many more birthdays! Love Mommy and Daddy!

Jack’s big day

Today we celebrated Jack’s 1st Birthday Party with all of his friends and family. We had a cookout with BBQ sandwiches, potato salad, Cole slaw, chips, soda and cake!

We were all exhausted and happy to finally be home. Jack settled in for his short nap and shortly there after he opened all of his gifts. You would think he graduated or got married because he got so many gifts!!!

See below what he got!

Needless to say he is one very lucky little boy!

Thanks to everyone who made this day a wonderful one for not only Jack but also mommy and daddy!

(More photos to come after I get them from my mother.)

K & K Swap received!

I was delighted to hear from my husband today that I received a box in the mail. Right away I knew it was from my new best friend Tiffany! We are new blog pin pals thanks to Kristen and her great idea.

So ready to see what I received in my box:

First I received a sweet note from Tiffany along with the essential gardening tools, gloves (can’t get my fingers dirty), a knee pad, Aveeno hand lotion (I love this!), 3 pairs of socks (my husband since I've always been cold nature), and a gift card that will buy me 2 White Mocha Tall Coffee’s –my favorite.

Take a look at them all up close!

Note: My quilt on our bed. It’s it great?

What great stuff Tiffany! Thanks a million!

I must say it was hard to think of stuff only for me. After having a child the most things I buy are for him. So it’s a treat to have stuff for me.

Then again having all these gardening tools will motivate me to actually help my husband although I have been watering the plants on the porch which I assure you will turn into the Amazon and grow up to the 2nd floor. I’ll take photos soon I promise!

Do you ever?

Do you ever feel that you are left out of the loop??? Anyone, anyone??

I guess if things were meant for me to know they'd inform me, right? It boggles my mind really.

I suppose that some things are left to those who think they know it all. Or those who don't care to know or better yet those who just feel left out.

This would be my mysterious post of the year...as I can't give much more than that. This is my venting platform so enjoy what you can make out of it if anything that is.

Hope everyone is having a delightful day! Here in Atlanta it's a cool 61 degrees. I needed socks today but opted for my flip flops. I will be getting a well needed and deserved pedicure on Wed night since my Aunt is coming in for little man's 1st birthday party! I'm so excited.