Playdate with Cousin Griffin

AJ and his older cousin Griffin were able to have a playdate this week, just the two of them! They had all the toys to themselves and all of my attention. Griffin is one-month older then AJ so it is a lot of fun to watch them grow up together. They attend the same daycare so they get to spend a lot of time together. Before we all know it they are going to be planning against us but in the meantime they are really cute together.

"Hey, don't I know you?"

Time to eat!

AJ: "This is my favorite toy!"

Swing Time

We finally saw the sun for a few hours today. AJ loves being outside so we went out for a walk to get the mail, then it was time to play. He is such a sweet little guy and these pictures of him in the swing today just prove it.

Getting Ready for T-ball

T-ball fun at Uncle Ryan and Aunt Ashley's house. Since we don't have a yard made for t-ball Ian asked if he could bring his new gear over to play with his cousin. Ian will be starting t-ball officially in April!

Ian and Cole's California Adventure

Grandma and Papa Garner (aka my parents) picked up the boys for some California time during Spring break. A.J. and I stayed behind to keep Kris company while he worked. Kris is so close to having enough hours to take his journeyman's test in May that taking time off is not an option right now. Also, by staying behind I have A.J's baby book half done!!!
The weather in CA has been about the same as Oregon---WET! However the boys have been able to ride their bikes and play some t-ball, along with lots of Lego time with Uncle Matt. Even though I have enjoyed the down time with only having one little one to chase around, I miss them! Ian and Cole will return in time for Cole's 4th birthday on Thursday! Holy cow, 4!!!

Pulling self up/Climbling

AJ has accomplished another milestone this week: pulling himself up and climbing on things! Ian and Cole are very protective of their brother. If they think he is in "danger" they remove him from the situation right away. It is really funny! AJ is really lucky to have these two for brothers.

Facebook Break

It's that time of year again when I take a 40 day and 40 night break from Facebook. I am excited about the break and believe that it will make me blog more often. I can still share my blog with others without logging onto Facebook, but I will not be able to view what is happening in everyone else's world. If you need to reach me try e-mail or cell phone, wish me luck! Hopefully if something major happens someone will let me know.

Snow Day 2011

Well Ian finally got to have his snow day a week ago. We enjoyed some sledding and snow ball fights. Grandma and Papa Garner were in town but they stayed indoors, they are definitely from California!