Lookin' Cute!

Sunday Fun!

Last Sunday, Justin had the day off.  The WHOLE day...no throwing program...no meetings...no road trips!  The ENTIRE day at home!  To be honest I can not tell you the last time he has had nothing work related to do...I want to say February!  So crazy!  Anyways, we took full advantage of it! 
We started off the day by going on a walk.  Last weekend, we had a cold front move through and it was in the low 80s.  Yes, they call that a cold front!  I think its pretty funny! Ha!  Needless to say, the weather was beautiful!

This is what we saw on our walk! 

 Then we headed to the aquarium.  Kyler LOVES going and has been wanting to take Daddy to show him the "wish"...aka fish! 

Checking it out!

Jellyfish!

SHARKS!

The beach that we like to go to is right next to the aquarium, so we packed a lunch and had a picnic on the beach!

Hudson was way more into chasing birds than going into the water and as for Kyler...he spent most of his time by the tent!  We have got to get these boys lovin' the water!  They did each take a quick swim with Daddy though!

One worn out Beach Babe!

Walking. Snacks. Cute.

Since Kyler has been going to school a couple mornings a week, I get a chance to spend some one on one time with Hudson!  He is at a great age right now and of course I think he is just precious!  He is mastering the art of walking...FINALLY!  He walks with his arms straight up in the air!  It is a pretty funny balancing technique.  Here are some pictures I took this past week! 

 

Of course I can't forget the other sweetie!  You have one guess who Kyler wants to be JUST like...

Yep, that's right!  Still wants to be just like his Daddy...sunglasses on his hat and all!

This video was from the first day he decided he should really walk more than a couple steps! 

First Day of PreK!

Now that we have settled back in and things have returned to normal, I am hoping to be a more consistent blogger! 
This past week Kyler started his first day of PreK and he absolutely loved it!  He said some pretty funny things that I have to share.  On the way to school he said, "Mom, I think I am going to need to cry a little bit today at school!"  Ha, he cracks me up and actually we had no tears.  Just a little shyness that lasted all of five minutes! 
When I went to pick him up I asked him how his day went.  He said, " Well Mom, I didn't get kicked out!"  Trying not to laugh, I told him I was proud about that!  He proceeds to tell me, "I didn't suck my thumb or use any naughty words!"  Awesome - this is definitely the pep talk he received from Daddy! More on the thumb sucking later...it is a blog post all of its own!

So here are some picture of the big PreK boy on his first day!

Adios State College!

Well, we have survived another baseball summer!  Our time in State College was absolutely wonderful!  We met some great people, watched LOTS of baseball, and made memories that will last a lifetime!  There will definitely be things that we will miss...

1.) Our "cabin" - Yes, we made our one bedroom, one bathroom cabin work for the summer and to be honest it was perfect for us!  Both of our kids slept in closets!  We were about 20 feet from the Spring Creek.  Kyler was able to do some fishing, throw rocks, help in the garden, and see lots of deer and bunnies.  He enjoyed batting practice in the yard EVERYDAY!  He also made a great friend this summer, Mr. Gary, who gave him LOTS of Gator rides and let him help mow on the big John Deere tractor.  To say Kyler was in his element would be an understatement!

2.)  There is something about living in a college town...It's exciting.  There is always something to do!  Justin's baseball stadium was right beside the football field.  Kyler was fascinated with how big it was and asked me all summer when we were going to a game! Ha!

3.) Hanging out with Daddy in the bullpen.  Before every home game, I took the boys early so they could see their Daddy.  Justin would take them down on the field and Kyler would "warm up" in the bullpen!  It was really cute!  Kyler loves being one of the big boys!

4.) Last but not least...We will definitely miss our cousins.  We were only about 3 hours from our family in New Jersey which meant that when Justin was gone on a really long road trip, I would pack up the boys and we would head to NJ to spend time with our family.  We got to see Missouri cousins as well as Mimi!  It was wonderful to be near some family for the summer since we don't live by anyone the remainder of the year.  Kyler can't wait until he is "big like Bryce!"  He has also been asking me when we are going to Aunt Mel and Uncle Jer's house....he does not understand they are no longer a car drive away!

What's new with Hudson?

So, I was just thinking that I did the birthday post but I haven't updated what he has been up to lately!  I love to list what is going on for the month, and it is so fun to go back and read it!  I would never remember half of this stuff if I didn't write it down!  Okay, here we go!

What is Hudson up to?

• He is still crawling everywhere and he is FAST!  He has taken a couple of steps but for now he still prefers to crawl!  I have made the comment that I can't wait for him to walk.  People think I am crazy, but you should trying carrying this 26 pound boy around!
• He has gotten some more teeth - one on each side of his top two teeth and one more on the bottom!  That makes for a total of 7!
• Eating is still a challenge...Now, don't get me wrong, Hud is definitely not missing any meals, but he is not really sure about chunks still.  We are making some progress.  He is eating cereal bars, bananas, peaches, toast, crackers, and a wide array of baby food still!  He does LOVE ice cream!  He is so my boy!
• He is talking and making lots of noise!  He says Mama, Dada, Nigh-Nigh (night-night), Buh-ba (bye-bye) and signs more and all done!
• He loves to push cars around and play with balls.  He also loves to watch Kyler and follow him around!
• He likes to go outside but he can't stand the feeling of the grass.  I kind of like this since I can put him on a blanket and know he is not going anywhere:)!
• He has taken a couple trips to the bull pen with Daddy before the baseball games and he loves that.
• He likes to dance!  Dance parties are part of the everyday routine here at the Meccage house!

I guess that about sums it up for this month!  Once we get back to Florida, he will have his 12 month check up so I am sure I will have more info to report!  And since no post is complete without a picture of the sweeties...ENJOY!

Hudson Turns 1!

Happy First Birthday Hudson!

I can not believe my little Hud is already a year old!  We had a wonderful time celebrating his first year with family!  We had a little celebration at our "cabin" before Daddy left on his road trip!  Hudson was so sweet.  He wasn't too sure about the cake but he did end up tasting a little bit of the frosting and liking it!

Here are some cupcake eating pictures and him opening gifts.  Actually, I think big brother did most of the gift opening :)!

Yummy!

So funny!

August Birthdays!

I think Big Brother is doing some coaching on gift opening here!

We then went to New Jersey for round 2 of Hudson's birthday!  We had a great party there as well with all of the cousins and as usually Hudson got spoiled!  Enjoy the pictures!

Clara showing Hudson how it's done!

Birthday kisses!

Cayden's turn!

 We had so much fun celebrating Hudson!  

And as for Kyler, all this partying can really wear a guy out!