Back in Texas

Shortly after returning from Michigan we got to share a few days with Grandma and Grandpa Stapp and Aunt Sally. It was so great to see them again yet the time seemed to go too quickly. The first day was a little rocky as Connor was still recovering and jet lagged for sure. However, he perked up shortly after. Here are a few pics from a really great day hanging out at my brothers house and one from Chuy's... this is a must for the out of townee's!

Snack Time!

After filling our bellies at Chuy's

"CHEEEEESE"

Grandpa is a riot!

Cousin Gavin showing his stash!

"Excuse me!!"

More Michigan Pics...

Okay, now for a few happier pictures of our time in Michigan. Though Connor was sick most of of the trip... we did manage to get some pictures were he didn't look completely pathetic.

Well, he wasn't exactly all smiles... but there were some smiles that weren't caught on camera.

Fever Fever Go Away!!!

Well wouldn't you know it. Poor little Connor ended up getting sick a few days before Christmas. His new name: MR. CLING! Seriously could not put him down for a second. He had a pretty high temp and just felt really crappy. He didn't sleep very well at night, but loved the chance to fall asleep laying on someone. Again, we just hung out and saw family whenever we could. On Christmas Morning we went to Aunt Lynne's where he did more clinging to me. Unfortunately I didn't get a whole lot of pictures due to this fact. After a yummy Christmas brunch we went back to grandma's where he took a really long nap. Then later that evening all the family came for dinner. It really was great to see everyone... I only wish Connor felt better so he could enjoy it also. Here are a few random pics taken of the poor little dude.

Cousins make it better!

I love my daddy!

I love my mommy!

Feeling blah!

Mommy... pweeeeze pick me up!

Need some more Tylenol please!

The REAL Stuff!

Our Christmas visit to Michigan started out a little rocky due to missing the flight there by ONE minute! Guess their rule that you have to check in 30 minutes before your flight is taken quite seriously. Anyway, we still made it to MI a little tired but no worse for wear. We chilled out (literally, HA!) for a day or two then decided to get Connor out in the REAL stuff. Though it wasn't quite the winter wonderland we had imagined for him... it was just enough for him to realize he was glad he lived in Texas. Once we got him all bundled up in his snow suit we ventured outside. At first he was just a little apprehensive of the fluffy cold white stuff... then after sitting in it for a minute or two that was it. He'd had it and wanted to go inside. We were out there for maybe 10 minutes tops. It was lots of fun for me though. I loved seeing him all bundled up like the little kid from my favorite Christmas movie. I'm looking forward to when he is a little older and can really enjoy the snow!!

Texas Snow!

Not everything is bigger in Texas! Here is the first snow we've had in years. Blinding isn't it?!? No, really, if you look really really close and squint.... you might be able to see some tiny flurries. Connor didn't know what to make of it as it hit his face. I think he was a bit annoyed by it really. Nevertheless, this was his first snow. I'm sure when we go to Michigan for Christmas he will get to see the real stuff.

Need a Wipe Anyone?

Turn your back for one minute and this is what happens. Connor was joyfully playing with his books and toys in his room when I left for one reason or another. I swear I was just gone for one minute and when I got back... there were probably enough wipes on the floor to wipe a hundred little baby butts. Okay, maybe I exaggerated a smidgen, but take a look a this...

I feel the need to mention that there were a bunch more wipes underneath the basket that he pulled onto the floor. What a little stinker!

Making Progress...

Connor has really started to figure stuff out. It's so neat watching him learn. Here is a breif showing of a couple of new skills. I'm so proud of him! My baby boy is growing so fast!!