HEAT WAVE

Un-be-liev-able. This heat.

And it's only the beginning of June!

So needless to say we've been spending quite a lot of time indoors in the air conditioning. And of course at the pool. (So grateful for the GAC pool and Stiles Beach:)

And thanks to our friends Chris and Kelley Clark, Hudson now has his own "Hudson-sized" swimming pool!!! He LOVES it by the way, we've made it our late afternoon ritual following nap time. Summertime fun to beat the heat!

Yes, my baby is naked. I know it's a bit redneck and all

but he likes it and we're in the privacy of our own backyard so 

I rationalize it as being ok.

um, not sure what's going on here

Thanks again Uncle Critty and Aunt Kelley! 

I love my super cool whale pool:)

BEACH BUMS

Destin, FL

May 28-June 1

We took a beach trip to Destin over Memorial Day Weekend. My dad and Dana do this every year but this was the first time for Micah and Hudson to join us. It was a great few days at the beach. And much needed might I add.

Sunny, hot, fun, relaxing, good eats - yep, it was a good trip!

As for Hudson, he did really good. He didn't sleep as much as he normally does but heck - he was on vacation and didn't want to miss out on any of the action I'm sure. He liked the pool and beach but not the ocean...maybe next time he'll warm up to it??

Anyway, here are some of my favorite pics from our trip. Happy Summer!

Playing with his spiderman ball

Not so sure about the water - he warmed up to it thankfully:)

Having fun!!!!

Miller Fam

hanging out on the balcony of our condo 

(fyi-this about gave mommy a heart attack)

Buddy and his Papa

Afternoon fun at the beach

Not a fan of the ocean

Love this pic of my boys:)

Watching the waves

Mommy and Hudson

Playing at the sprinkler park

My little fish

Getting some shade under the umbrella

My sweet boy!!!!!

Bye Bye Beach! See you again soon!

IT HAPPENED OVERNIGHT

Like I mentioned before, Hudson had recently begun to take his first steps on his own. Well, he officially started walking May 24th. It happened just like they say it does - overnight!

Whoever "they" are...

Anyways, Micah had a softball game that Tuesday and Hudson really got moving. He was walking everywhere at the game! It was so cute.

So now my life has officially gotten a lot busier:) I attempted to take a few pics (and a video) at the game that evening. He's not a pro yet by any means but definitely determined to do it on his own.

Holding those arms out for balance - so funny:) 

Go Buddy Go!!!! 

 Watching Daddy's softball game

 Sweet Lola 

Bye Bye Ramsey!

2570 Moore Road

IS FOR SALE!!!

http://www.crye-leike.com/main/browsedetail.php?region=West+Tennessee&low=189000&high=190000&description_search_type=3&mgrp=35&ln=5&tid=memphis&mlsnum=3224200&ltb=1&counties[0]=Shelby&cid[0]=1967

We recently decided to put our house on the market. Good decision? Bad decision? We don't really know...we're just going to see what happens I suppose.

The main reason. We honestly just feel like we need more room. I certainly didn't realize having a baby triples the amount of "junk" one acquires.

Another reason. Micah is working from home a lot since he took a new job in January so he really would like space for a personal office. Right now his "office" is located in our guest bedroom.

Below is the house info/details and some pictures (sorry they are so small). I posted the link for the MLS listing above. If you know anyone who is looking for a "starter home" this is the perfect house! We have LOVED living right in the heart of Germantown. Contact Erica or Micah if interested. Thanks!

3 bed/ 1 ½ bath

2 car carport

Fully wired shop/storage

2 large attic storage areas

Kitchen 15x8

Living 26x15

Dining 10x10

Master 15x12

Bed 2 11x10

Bed 3 10x10

Laundry 9x7

Screen Porch 19x9

Completely remodeled

Neutral colors throughout

Custom 42” Cabinets w/ fully extendable drawers, pot and pan drawers, pull out trash

Travertine Backsplash

Granite countertops and breakfast bar

SS Appliances with convection oven

Refinished hardwoods throughout

New tile in Kitchen and Baths

New toilets and furniture piece vanities

Oil rubbed Bronze lever handles and hardware throughout

Crown molding throughout

New 2” blinds throughout

Updated lighting and ceiling fans

New AC unit May 2010

New water heater Nov 2010

½ acre lot with access to park

In Old Germantown on quiet cove

Walking distance to all 3 schools, park, shopping, restaurants, and walking trails

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Updated Kitchen

Dining Room

Open Concept Living Room/Den

Bedroom/Nursery

 Guest Bedroom

Big Backyard!

step by step

Beloved lyrics from the talented NKOTB? Yes, but not so much in this case.

Step by step Hudson is getting closer to walking. Yesterday, May 12th he took his first steps on his own and I attempted to capture the moment on camera. See below. I admit, I didn't do so hot but we did manage to get it on video. Go buddy go!

 He didn't go far but at least he tried:)

loves to hold the remote

(must be a "guy thing")

Next Year...

...I'll be teaching part time at Central's PDO program

Tough Decision? Um, Y to the E to the S.

Those of you who know me well know I LOVE teaching at GES. I mean, come on. GES is the BEST! They didn't just make that up you know?

I will forever be grateful for the 2 years I spent at Germantown Elementary. I was one of those rare people that actually liked their job. I enjoyed getting up and coming to work (most days!).

Much of that is thanks to the kids. Oh how I loved my kids! I know I was probably bias but I really felt that each year I had "the best class" and the best parents on top of that.

Much of that is also thanks to a great administration and staff. And I loved my 2nd grade team of course. We always had so much fun...they are all so dear to me, such great teachers and friends. Everyone welcomed me with open arms from Day One. It was truly amazing the friendships and relationships I made while I was there. And even as I came forward with my decision to leave GES and teach part time everyone has been incredibly supportive and encouraging. Thank you:) I love my GES family and feel blessed to have been a part of such a great school.

Showing some GES love

We always had volunteers to come read to our class:)

(Excuse the pregnant belly)

Sweet GES friends threw me a baby shower!

My sweet Emma and Hudson

So it's on to a new chapter. I'll be teaching 2-3 days a week starting next school year for our church's Parents Day Out (PDO) program. And *BONUS* Hudson gets to go with me for F-R-E-E! He of course will be in the one year old room - which is just a hop, skip, and a jump from where I'll be. I'm extremely excited for this new opportunity and thankful I get to teach at my church home and in a Christian environment. Praying God will use me in a mighty way while I'm there.

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE

None of these that is...

Praise the good Lord! Hudson is officially done done done with bottles. By far one of the toughest things I've ever done. Well, to be completely honest the little guy took very well to the big change. I mean, tears were definitely shed on his part. But I think I was a bigger wreck than he was. Just ask Micah!

At my pediatrician's recommendation I went ahead and did the whole cold turkey weening thing at 12 months. Dr. Mitchell seemed to think this would also help with Hudson's picky eating tendencies. Her theory is the less milk intake, the more likely he'll be to eat solids b/c he'll be hungrier. Makes sense to me. Praying she is right:)

So long to these days...

As of May 2nd we traded in the Dr. Brown's for these Nuby No Spill Sippy Cups

This guys seems pretty happy about things despite the fact his world was turned upside down. 

Hudson boy, we love you so much and are extremely thankful you adapt so well to change.