Ocean View Fun

Well, as most of you know, if you read Facebook, my car was stolen out of the driveway a few weeks ago. It was taken, involved in a high speed chase and totaled when driven into the side of a house. It has been fun times around here to say the least. I have been without my car for about two weeks. I have been driving Lamar's truck. It is a six speed transmission diesel. Again...fun times. I start all my court dates next week. I begin with the juvenile on November 6th, and then with the adult at a later time. Can't wait....
I pick up my new car this weekend from Fairey. I was given a really good deal on a 2005 Tahoe. Same options as my Suburban with a few more bells to it actually. I will keep you posted on the court sessions:)

First Haircut

We took Walter for his first haircut this past weekend. He did well. Mom...not so much. He sat in Daddy's lap at the barbershop on base with a sucker. I have a few pictures now. I will post the ones of the new do later. He also got shoes. It was a busy weekend:)

Happy Birthday Grace!

Grace turned four today.  Wow.  I can't believe that I am the mom of a preschooler!  Next year kindergarten.  Anyway...we had two small celebrations today.  Candles in the breakfast with a song from Mom and Dad, and cake at school.  We were going to have the "Friend" party this weekend, but due to the tropical low off the coast (CAN YOU SAY MESSY!!) we are postponing until next weekend.  We will still do the family party this Sunday with our surrogate Norfolk family.

Happy Birthday Princess Queen!!  We love you more than ever!!

Artist In Resident

Grace has really gotten into art lately. She loves to paint and draw. Playdough is lots of fun as well. Her drawings of people now have heads, bodies, legs, and arms. For those not in the early education field, this is a BIG deal! This is an example of the Playdough Art done at the island in the kitchen a few days ago.

Bliss

How often does this really happen with all of you that have children???

On The Move

Walter is walking.  Last night he took four steps across the living room to Pop.  Tonight he kept walking back and forth to me and Lamar in the living room.  Good thing we have the gate.  He gets SO excited with himself.  He grins and screeches and walks.  Then he falls and claps.

Happy Birthday Baby Walter

Happy Birthday. Walter is one year old today. He was born at 6:19PM, so he has about two hours until his actual birth moment. I was telling Lamar this morning that it does not seem like he is a year old, but on the other hand, I can't remember our lives without him. He is such a joyful baby. Always laughing, giving hugs, and excited to see his mom and dad. He is in love with his big sister and follows her around everywhere she goes. He is still pulling up and cruising. He will stand on his own for a few seconds but hits the ground once he realizes that he is doing it. He is such a special boy and we love him very much.

HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY BABY TYLER WILLIAM ON THE PHONE!!!

Moving on Up!

Well, it is official.  Grace got her walking paper (moving letter) to the Orange Team.  For those uneducated in the VA preschool system...this means K4.  She will officially move on Tuesday, September 2.  The cut off for kindergarten in VA is 5 by September 30, so she will go next year.  We will apply for the all city magnet school and also try for out of district near Children's Harbor.  She is very excited.  According to her she will learn to "write colors."  Meaning, she will learn to spell the names of colors, along with MANY other important events.  There is a state curriculum for 4 year olds that the schools follow.  We will be able to following along at home with it.  She is already interested in reading.  Before we know it, this year will be gone and it will be off to K5.  

Lunch and Learning

Pictures of Grace and Daddy working on the children's menu at "The Eating Place" on Sunday before lunch arrived...

Tripping with Brother

Lamar got the jeep out of the garage. We had BIG fun at our house this weekend. I strapped Walter in, just to see his reaction. He ended up riding with Grace for about 20 minutes. Grace is an excellent driver and only hit the tree once. Walter had an absolute ball. I am so glad that they get along...for now:)

Mekiyah's Birthday Party

Grace went to Mekiyah's birthday party at the skating rink. Would you believe that my little daredevil decided that she wanted to skate. Lamar walked around the rink and held her hand. She wanted him to let go. Looks like we have a skater on our hands.

Yummy Fries!

Hey look! I have two french fries.

Wait!!! You mean BOTH of these are for me??!!
I have two fries. I have two fries. YESSS!! I have two fries!!

Okay. For all of your that are going to yell at me for giving the eleven month old french fries, please keep in mind that he cannot have any milk products. This means ice cream, yogurt, cheese, etc. So, he gets french fries. So sue me!

All About the Shoes

These days with Grace it really is all about the shoes! Shoes are the first thing that she recognizes these days. When we were shopping with Diane and Rachel in Surfside Beach, Grace was trying on shoes in the shoe department. These are the two pair that she chose. She really liked the black patent leather Jessica Simpson Four inch stilletos. We had to promise to go and find her some shoes of her own. She really loves shoes.

Garden City 2008

We are back from our annual Garden City beach trip.  More information and pictures to follow....

One more set from the wedding....

Here is a rare shot of Uncle Walter smiling.  He pulled double duty on wedding day.  Best man and as it turns out...bridesmaid.  We love you Uncle Walter.

Our Front Yard

As most of you know, we have moved to the Chesapeake Bay.  We are right across the street from the beach...so I guess this is technically our neighbor's front yard.

More Wedding Photos

These are more photos of the wedding festivities.  Please pay close attention to the wedding cake.  Walter did attend the wedding, but he was recovering from a bout of pneumonia.  He remained on the porch with Grammy and Pop to enjoy the festivities.  

America's Next Top Model

Grace is definitely in the throes of preschooldom. She has discovered her skills, interests, and temper. She has a new "model walk" and pose that she spends hours perfecting each evening. She has some friends at school that watch the top model show and she is imitating them. She will start PreK this fall and move onto kindergarten next September. I can't believe how the time has flown.

Our New House

Come and visit. We are right across the street from the bay.

News of Walter

Walter is cruising, pulling up, and clinging. He is going through the mommy phase. He loves tomatoes and artichokes. He will eat anything that you give him and not stop until it is gone. He loves to watch his sister and play with balls. He has started to say uh oh, da-da, mama, and shake his head no. What a busy boy will have on our hands.