Holy hail storm!

Andy and I were awakened last night by what sounded like a million golf balls hitting our house! We were certain a tornado was coming through so we were running around in a half stupor pressing our ears to the windows listening for the sirens. Of course, our satellite TV wasn't working so we had no clue how severe everything was. Turns out it was a mini, severe cell that passed over us. Thank GOD! Here is a pic of some of the hail I picked up from outside. I waited for the rain to stop before I went out- who knows how much they had melted before I got to them.

No surprise here, Carter slept soundly through everything!

New Pics!

Here are some new professional pics that we had done in a park here in Ankeny. Grandparents: tell us which ones you want so we can order them for you!

4th of July at the lake!

We had a great time celebrating The 4th of July at The Lake of the Ozarks. We were a little disappointed that the weather was rainy, however, we did have a great time shopping and speding time with family.

Carter just loved the fireworks. Then entire day after he said, "Fireworks are all done Mommy? Fireworks all done. and No more fireworks"

I think he was a fan!

We have yet another busy week. Monday we traveled back from the lake. Tuesday, Carter spent time with Aunt Shari at the pool while Mom did a presentation for teachers in West Des Moines. Wednesday, Carter will head to Marshalltown so Mommy can do another presentation and then will head to Dawn's house while I travel to Morningside College for another presentation.

Friday, I think, we will get to rest. Whew!

Only a few more weeks of summer left. :(

Carter is 2!

What a wonderful day for a bithday party! We had a wonderful time in the back yard watching the kids play in the sandbox, playing games and catching up. Carter was so great, although he got a really nice shiner at the end of the day. You can see it a little bit in the picture with he and Grandma Peggy!


Carty and Grandma Peggy

Look at my new toys and my adorable new hat from Aunt Lindsay, Uncle Todd, Cale and Kiley.

I also got a sweet bubble launcher from Aunt Kelly.

Looking at Curious George with Papa Keith.

He would not just pick it up and eat it. I suppose with a tongue like that it is easier to just bring your tongue to the food!

Papa Keith

Uncle Jon, Uncle Mike and Papa John

Eatin' cake!

We brought out the cake to him and the first thing he did was stick his finger in it!

Papa Lyle, Aunt Kelly, Uncle Joey and Uncle Jon

Uncle Greg and Papa Lyle

Papa Lyle, Aunt Kelly and Uncle Greg

Uncle Mike and Grammy Lesa

Playing in the new sandbox that Grammy Lesa and Papa John gave to him. Look at all that blue sand! It is awesome!

Touchdown!

We had a perfect day filled with wonderful family time. Happy Birthday Carty!

Bye bye Papa Keith and Grandma Cindi

We were lucky enough to have everyone over on Sunday to say goodbye to Papa and Grandma before they take off to live in Gainsville, Florida. Dad is directing the movers today, watching them take it all away tomorrow and then hanging out with us until he makes the trek to Florida on Sunday.

We are really excited to have Papa stay with us for a few days until we can come and visit in December. We are so sad to see them go, but know they will be so happy there. Plus, I know my dad won't be sad letting go of those Iowa winters!

Just call me el destructo

This entry is for all of you that can't beleive that the little sweet Carter James is a pain in the butt.

q Aw, so sweet. But check this out.

Totally picked up and organized last night before we went to bed.

He is literally flipping over the furniture in his wake.

What I forgot to mention, these pictures were taken at 8:30am-- less than 1 hour after he woke up.

See what I mean?

He is pretty cute though.

You take your eyes off of him for one second...

and he got into a stick of sunscreen and spread it all over his face and the inside of his mouth! Yuck! Thank the lord for non- toxic sunscreen. He is also wondering around the house right now in just his diaper. Got to love it!