Clare's 1st Birthday Party

Leave it to her boyfriend to get Clare sick for her birthday party. Carson and Clare were both sick on Clare's scheduled birthday celebration, so Sara put together a delayed celebration for Clare and her little friends at the pool. Everyone had lots of fun playing in the water and in the fountains.

Pre-Party Time

So I have been horrible about posting lately! We were in Hawaii for a week and I haven't been feeling well. I promise to be better now ; ) Last week was Clare's birthday party and before we went to the pool to celebrate, Clare was at our house to "pre-party". Carson had a great time chasing Clare around the kitchen and family room, and she certainly seemed to enjoy the chase! They also proceeded to push his music table across the kitchen floor with teamwork. What a smart little couple!

My Little Prepster

Carson looks like such a big boy in his Polo outfit from Paige. I'm sorry but I can't resist the "popped collar" look!

Check out this Park

We love this great park in Del Mar. You can't beat the view! Carson has been a couple times in the last week and he loves the swings and the slide.

Actually Showing an Interest in Walking

Carson hasn't shown much interest in walking until recently. He just started to enjoy using his push toy and will now hold one of my hands while "walk" with him. Dave and I have a bet as to when he will start walking. I was being super optimistic and picked Sept 13th because I would love for him to take his first steps while we are in Hawaii. Dave picked his birthday, October 3rd. Keep posted to see who will be closest. I think I am betting on Dave, but you never know!

Big Boy Cup

Who knew a cup could be so much fun? Carson loves to drink out of a big boy cup! He enjoys smoothies and water out of his cup, but his favorite is taking assisted sips when it is ice water. He is very proud of himself ; )

Watch out Clare

We all had lots of fun at the wine festival in Mammoth. There were great wineries there and we had plenty to drink! Carson enjoyed playing with his grams, grandpops, his aunties and uncle. He also met little Makenzie. She is the daughter of a friend of mine from when I was a baby. We are excited for Makenzie, Brooke and Ryan to move to San Diego. Makenzie is absolutely adorable! Check out all that darling hair for an 8 month old.