Cutest Pumpkin In The Patch
This weekend we decided to go to the pumpkin patch. Last year we went to a dud one so I made sure to find a better one this time. I got spoiled with Green Bluff in Spokane and I don't think anything will ever compare. We ended up at Rock Creek Farm outside Broomfield. The pumpkin patches here are beautiful because you have these large open spaces with great mountain views. We managed to keep Carson happy enough to get some pictures and pick a couple pumpkins. And we couldn't leave without a caramel apple, yum!
Manhattan, Here We Come!
Last weekend we made a trip to Manhattan to go to the K-State/Baylor game. I wish I could say the weekend was a blast, so here is how the story goes...
My friend Stephanie recently moved to Manhattan and it was wonderful to not have to make the extra two-hour journey to KC to stay. It is still so hard to believe that we are both mommies now but we couldn't ask for two better little boys! We sure hope they grow up to be best buds :)
Little did we know the best part of the Manhattan trip for Carson would be tailgating! I knew I at least wanted to try to take him in to the game, but didn't know how he would take to the noise. I must say, you never really realize how loud a football game really is until you take a baby with you, lol. Our first mistake was getting in to the game just in time for the Harley's to ride around the stadium. And that just set the tone for the game. With a loud whistler a couple rows behind us and the scoreboard playing the announcer nearby as well, Carson was not a happy camper. But he survived the first quarter and then I headed back to the tailgate with him. Thankfully as soon as I walked out of the stadium, he was back to his happy self. At least he got a cool new hat and sweatpants. :)
So right now it appears Carson not enjoying himself was our only worries for the day, but it turns out that would be the least of our worries. Because we have had problems with Snyder being alone in people's houses in the past, we decided to leave him in Steph's backyard (with his dogbed and duckie). Well my parents met us around halftime of the game to take Carson for a little while. We they got to Steph's house, my brother called to say Snyder wasn't in the backyard...WHAT?!? Long story short, we left the game and called the local animal shelter. Thinking this was a shot in the dark, we didn't scan our tickets to go back in to the game. But luck was on our side and they had picked him up but we weren't able to pick him up until the next morning (that was a fiasco in itself). So now we were stuck finishing the game at the tailgate. When we got back to the house, we discovered he had broke part of the fence and wiggled his way out. I don't know what it is with this dog that we can't leave him anywhere. Hope he's satisified that he has to be boarded now everytime we go somewhere and can't stay with him.
My friend Stephanie recently moved to Manhattan and it was wonderful to not have to make the extra two-hour journey to KC to stay. It is still so hard to believe that we are both mommies now but we couldn't ask for two better little boys! We sure hope they grow up to be best buds :)
Little did we know the best part of the Manhattan trip for Carson would be tailgating! I knew I at least wanted to try to take him in to the game, but didn't know how he would take to the noise. I must say, you never really realize how loud a football game really is until you take a baby with you, lol. Our first mistake was getting in to the game just in time for the Harley's to ride around the stadium. And that just set the tone for the game. With a loud whistler a couple rows behind us and the scoreboard playing the announcer nearby as well, Carson was not a happy camper. But he survived the first quarter and then I headed back to the tailgate with him. Thankfully as soon as I walked out of the stadium, he was back to his happy self. At least he got a cool new hat and sweatpants. :)
So right now it appears Carson not enjoying himself was our only worries for the day, but it turns out that would be the least of our worries. Because we have had problems with Snyder being alone in people's houses in the past, we decided to leave him in Steph's backyard (with his dogbed and duckie). Well my parents met us around halftime of the game to take Carson for a little while. We they got to Steph's house, my brother called to say Snyder wasn't in the backyard...WHAT?!? Long story short, we left the game and called the local animal shelter. Thinking this was a shot in the dark, we didn't scan our tickets to go back in to the game. But luck was on our side and they had picked him up but we weren't able to pick him up until the next morning (that was a fiasco in itself). So now we were stuck finishing the game at the tailgate. When we got back to the house, we discovered he had broke part of the fence and wiggled his way out. I don't know what it is with this dog that we can't leave him anywhere. Hope he's satisified that he has to be boarded now everytime we go somewhere and can't stay with him.
FALLing In Love With Aspen
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| Maroon Bells |
This past weekend we decided to take a mini get-away to Aspen, CO. I can't even begin to explain how beautiful our trip was with the snow-covered peaks and changing Aspen trees. Our first hike was rather touristy but there was no other way to get one of the best views in Aspen. We took a shuttle bus to the Maroon Bells Lake and then hiked back to Crater Lake. Even with the tourist crowds, we were happy we went as the scenery is magnificent. All I wanted to do was take pictures but they don't do the brilliant colors justice.
After the Maroon Lakes hike, we went and checked in to our hotel in Snowmass. While the drive back there was beautiful than the scenery around Aspen, I would recommend staying in Aspen for the ammenities. Snowmass is a quaint ski-town so not much was open. The next day we woke up and had plans to hike Cathedral Lake. But with our 2 hour adventure just to find breakfast (and we even ended up at McDonald's) we got off to a late start for the 7 mile journey. Topping that with me not feeling too well, Reid decided to trail run with Snyder while I hung out at the car with little-man. We walked a little bit to take in the views and the beautiful weather. Honestly, we could have not picked a more perfect weekend to visit.
4 Month Check-Up
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| Four Months Old with my cool socks |
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| Wanting to put everything in his mouth |
It's time for another check-up! Carson is becoming more and more aware of his hands. His favorite past time is putting them in his mouth! Not only does he suck his thumb, but he will stick two fingers in almost gagging himself and sometimes tries for the whole fist. Who knows what that is all about! But the best is a new trick I caught on camera (no repeats, I caught the first time)!! While admiring his new outfit, he managed to reach out and grab his toes :) Before too long I'm sure he'll master the "happy baby" pose.
Newborn: 8lbs 6.3oz and 20.5 in
Two Weeks: 9lbs 1oz and 21in
Two Months: 12lbs 9.5oz and 25 in
Four Months: 13lbs 13oz and 25.5 in
Number-wise he hasn't grown much since our last check-up but he seems to have grown more than they say (11th percentile for height and 5th for weight). We are already transitioning in to six months clothes and we have to wear 12-24 month size socks to stay on our feet. While we were hanging out in the waiting room, I took Carson into the kids nook and we played with some toys. As I was flicking and twirling the toy below, he was smiling and giggling at me. So fun to watch him becomming more aware.
So I think we can safely guess who Carson is taking after looks-wise. Everyone says he looks just like me, and I have to agree. Reid noticed dimples on him the other day and I can tell by those big eyes he looks just like his momma. That's okay because I think he is taking Reid's personality. Such a goofy guy who always has a smile for you, just like daddy.
So I think we can safely guess who Carson is taking after looks-wise. Everyone says he looks just like me, and I have to agree. Reid noticed dimples on him the other day and I can tell by those big eyes he looks just like his momma. That's okay because I think he is taking Reid's personality. Such a goofy guy who always has a smile for you, just like daddy.
After our appointment we went to meet up with cuz Erinn who was visiting from Monterey. So glad we were able to stop by and say hi, even if she did take blackmail pics of Carson with Jayhawk attire :( But she also helped me discover another new trick for Carson...feeding himself.
Well I'm not sure how 4 months will be able to top 3 months but we will see! With trips to the mountains and beach already under his belt, we've got to come up with more new and exciting things for him. First up, a family adventure to Aspen!!
Well I'm not sure how 4 months will be able to top 3 months but we will see! With trips to the mountains and beach already under his belt, we've got to come up with more new and exciting things for him. First up, a family adventure to Aspen!!
Fun In The Sun
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| First family beach vacation |
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| Cute 'lil beach baby |
Last weekend we got to take our first family vacation to the beach!! We met Reids mom, stepdad and his two sisters and their families at Topsail Island in Surf City, NC. We had so much fun, but were thankful we actually made it!
The day we planned to leave was also the day Denver decided to have tons of rain. We ran into to many closed roads and tons of traffic. We had to park at the airport garage (cha-ching) just to have a fighting chance to catch our flight. Of course no other airline had a line to their baggage check so we patiently waited our turn. After finally making it to the front (with 30min until depature) we were sent to a kiosk behind a family of 5 and the lady took forever to check them in. During this time I was asking if we could move to another kiosk to be helped quicker since our flight left very soon. It was then that I was informed we had already "missed" our flight because we arrived after the alloted 45min timeframe before a flight left....and I thought I was stressed out before trying to get to the airport. We continued to wait now to find a new flight to take us to NC. Well little did we know the lady checked us in to our original flight (25min to go) so after we checked the luggage we hoofed it to the security line only to get to the front and discover they didn't print Reid's boarding pass. I continued on while Reid went back. After making it through security (15min remaining), I'm running down the hallway, Carson strapped in a carrier, the carseat over my shoulder and pushing the stroller with an additional bag in it. I must have looked like a fool because two kind strangers came to my rescue and helped me rush to the gate. We finally arrived and as I'm getting my gate check tags, here comes Reid, sweat dripping down his face as he had just sprinted through the airport to catch up to us. And so we finally boarded the plane with 5 minutes to spare. Yikes!! Not a good start to the vacation.
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| First plane ride |
But we finally made it to the beach house (at 2am) and were happy to get some rest! During our trip we mostly played at the beach and of course watched some football! I tried boogie-boarding for the first time and I think I mastered being taken out by waves more than riding them. Good sinus cleansing I guess, lol! We were sad when the vacation came to an end but it was so much fun spending time with family. I can't wait when the cousins are old enough to play with each other. I'm sure our vacations will be much more interesting then!!
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| Checking out the waves |
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| What is this stuff? |
Our trip home was much more calm than the one out there. But bad news we did all bring colds back with us. I think Reid has it the worst and it's so sad to see Carson miserable. He has also decided to start waking up every two hours at night. I don't know if it's him not feeling well or maybe another growth spurt (or both) but I'm ready for him to be back to his normal 9:30p-5:30a sleeping schedule.
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| Our sick lil boy |
Stay tuned...Carson will be 4 months on Monday and also has a check-up
Mohawk Lakes
Our Labor Day weekend adventure was a hike at Mohawk Lakes outside Breckenridge. The hike was about 7 miles round trip and Carson did fantastic!! He mostly naps when we walk and if he is awake he takes in the scenery (he likes trees) or gnaws on his hands, lol. I got quite a good workout hauling Carson up the trail and I let Reid carrying him down because I'm notorious for tripping. This hike was the first time I had to change a diaper while out and let me say it is challenging to find a nice soft spot to lay him down!! So glad we are able to get out and go hiking again.
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| Reid at Mayflower Lake |
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| Tara and Carson at Continental Falls |
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| Tara and Carson at Lower Mohawk Lake |
We got quite a few remarks while out. Some people would see Snyder and go, oh cute dog and then look again and another, oh cute baby! One lady said it was great to see a baby on the trail and a few days said, I remember those days!! We had someone offer to take a family picture by the falls but apparently she didnt' press the button because we got no such picture :( Oh well, we'll get one on the next adventure.
After our hike we stopped in Frisco and ate at Moose Jaw. I guess I should have read the reviews more carefully when picking a place to eat because when we got there it was an extreme dive-bar atmosphere. Thankfully it was the middle of the afternoon and wasn't too "rowdy." A little afraid to get something to eat (I was thinking it would just be greasy bar food) I went ahead and ordered a hamburger and to my surprise it was delicious!!
Next week my mom is coming to town because Reid is going to climb in the Tetons (in Wyoming). And after that we are heading to North Carolina for a family beach vacation :)
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| Reid and Carson on the hike out |
We got quite a few remarks while out. Some people would see Snyder and go, oh cute dog and then look again and another, oh cute baby! One lady said it was great to see a baby on the trail and a few days said, I remember those days!! We had someone offer to take a family picture by the falls but apparently she didnt' press the button because we got no such picture :( Oh well, we'll get one on the next adventure.
After our hike we stopped in Frisco and ate at Moose Jaw. I guess I should have read the reviews more carefully when picking a place to eat because when we got there it was an extreme dive-bar atmosphere. Thankfully it was the middle of the afternoon and wasn't too "rowdy." A little afraid to get something to eat (I was thinking it would just be greasy bar food) I went ahead and ordered a hamburger and to my surprise it was delicious!!
Next week my mom is coming to town because Reid is going to climb in the Tetons (in Wyoming). And after that we are heading to North Carolina for a family beach vacation :)
Mommy's Little Roller
Well it seems I may have wrote Carson's three month post a few days too soon because he already has new things to report! On Monday I was picking up his room and he was watching his teddies in the crib. I look over to check on him and the stinker is laying on his stomach!! I couldn't believe that he rolled over! I ran down to get my phone and when I came back up he was on his stomach again!! So I finally was able to capture the third time :) I was completely suprised and amazed he picked this up so soon, but that quickly subsided when it came time for bed. He's never been a good sleeper without his pillow, but now with the rolling I felt it would be much safer to remove. The instant I would put him down, he would wake up a bit and roll right over. This meant tummy sleeping almost all night long and no sleep for mommy. I was a worried mess to say the least. But he did fine and survived the night with a couple more wake-ups and a lot more stirs than we are use to.
We also ventured out to Wash Park in Denver to take some 3-month pictures. I think they turned out pretty good for taking myself. I love this little guy so much and his face is just precious to me (as it should be!)
I'll leave you with one more cute video of Carson. We were hanging out downstairs while Reid was working out and Carson was movin' and groovin' to the music (so we like to think).
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| I think we have a tummy sleeper |
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| Pictures by the "lake" in Wash Park |
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| Purple flowers for my purple K-State shirt |
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| Momma and Carson by the lake |
I'll leave you with one more cute video of Carson. We were hanging out downstairs while Reid was working out and Carson was movin' and groovin' to the music (so we like to think).