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Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Monday, August 24, 2009

Dewey Beach Trip 2009

Vacation!! We look forward to it every year!

Each year we travel to Dewey Beach, DE. This year was our ninth year.

It was our second year with Jocelyn, and I couldn't have imagined how much fun she would have. On our first trip down to the beach, Jocelyn pointed to the ocean and said, "Ohhhhh!!"

I was a bit nervous about how Jocelyn would handle the beach. I was worried she would run wild on the beach and we would be exhausted chasing her around all day. I was worried she would get burnt. I was worried she would get bored easily and we wouldn't be able to spend much time on the beach. I was worried she wouldn't eat. I was worried she wouldn't sleep.

I did not need to worry.

Our baby girl turned out to be quite the beach babe.

She did none of the things I was worried about. She LOVED the beach. She played endlessly in the sand and way past nap times.

She sought out her aunt Kristen every time she wanted to go in, or sit near the water.

She listened when Todd and I told her not to get too far away.

She didn't get any sunburn.

She ate.

She slept. Even on the beach once!

She really had a blast. We all had a blast.

I have to say that this year was the best year in Dewey since the year I celebrated my birthday while we were there. Don't get me wrong, every year is great. OK, maybe the weather isn't always great--last year was cold--but this year was especially wonderful because Jocelyn is older and knows what's going on. She really enjoyed every moment of the trip.

She loved being surrounded by her grandparents, parents, aunt and uncles, friends--everyone. She just loves people and action.

She loved playing on the beach.

She loved going to the boardwalk, playing games and riding rides.

She loved eating Grotto Pizza.

She loved Big Fish Grill.

All of these things just made the vacation even more fun for Todd and me. Watching her have fun and enjoy herself was the best! The best ever!

We had a classic beach week. The weather was hot and sunny. My Father-in-Law was a grill master and cooked amazing dinners as always--minus Shish Kabob night ;)

Jocelyn was spoiled and loved on. Todd and I were spoiled and picked on. The week goes way too fast for our liking.

Once again, thanks is not enough to say to Will and Carolyn, but I will say it anyway. Thank you! So much! The memories we have are invaluable and we enjoy spending an amazing week with you year after year.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Monday, August 3, 2009

Doctors are NOT fun!

Jocelyn had her 18 month appointment today. It was a bit late, since we switched insurance with Todd's new job. She now weighs 24 pounds (40th percentile), up from 20 lbs 11oz at 15 months. She is 32 1/4 inches tall (60th percentile), up from 31.5 last visit. She also got 3 more shots. She knew they were coming this time. After the doctor left she was in a panic to leave. She cried the whole time until the nurse came in (which seemed to take forever). Two in one arm, one in the other. The hardest she ever cries is with shots. I just want to cry right along with her. I feel so horrible holding her little arm so that they can hurt her. I know it's for a good reason, though, but it's still horrible! She has had 28 shots since she has been born. That seems like SO many! The good news is that she doesn't have to have any more until she starts Kindergarten!! Thank goodness for that--and please, let the time go slowly!

Sunday, August 2, 2009

We had a Daycation!

I think our day yesterday would qualify as a daycation! We went to the pool, had Wendy's for dinner, went to the park, and also ate ice cream cones. It was a fun day!

Jocelyn and Daddy in the pool. Jocelyn just walked right in!

It was cold, and Jocelyn never warmed up the whole time we were there. Her lips were purple and her teeth were chattering, but she only posed for this picture with the towel. She just wanted back into the water, no matter how cold she was.

Just to be fair (and so that it is proven that I actually entered the water too), I included a picture of myself. Todd doesn't like being the only one pictured in his bathing suit. Just shuffle by quickly please...

After dinner we went to the park and Jocelyn sat in a tree...

and slid down a big slide with Daddy

and also swung in the baby swing!

It was a fun day!

I should have taken a picture at the ice cream place. Jocelyn had chocolate ice cream everywhere...her face, her arms, her hands, and her shirt (which I'm pretty sure is ruined)!

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Yummo!

Jocelyn loves her summer fruit!

When I took this picture, I said, "Say cheese" and she did!

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Thank you Mammie and Pappy!!!

I love my Elmo chair!

I don't sit still well for pictures anymore...

Friday, July 24, 2009

Go Grampee!

Jocelyn's Grandfather is competing in the Ironman Triathlon once again this year. Last year we got to be there to support him, but unfortunately this year we cannot. You will be in our thoughts on Sunday during your 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run. Hoping you have MUCH better weather than last year. God speed to you, and we think you are amazing! Go Grampee, GO!!!