Drake and Eli's new "pool"

Our neighbors are more than friends, they are truly like family. A few weeks ago, Eric drained the hot tub to clean it, and then started refilling it. Drake and our neighbor Aidan got in to play as it was filling. Drake now calls it his "pool". And his Daddy has obliged, keeping the temp down. I find the whole thing funny. Drake goes from no pools to TWO pools in his life, in a matter of weeks. No wonder he's turning into a little fish, between that and swim lessons. Eli saw how much fun Drake seemed to have, and now he constantly is wanting in the hot tub!!! It's honestly so cute! Here are some pics from the first time Drake and Aidan were in.

He loved to ride on her back.
She should have never shown Drake how to use the hose as a weapon.

She should've seen this coming.
Drowning Aidan
Good times!

Fun with friends

Supper club for May was a Ryan and Michelles super cool loft in NoDa. This supper club ended with five of us girls (plus one guy "chaperone") going dancing uptown. Fun times!

Carmen and I went to the beach for a girls get-a-way, and it was heavenly. Absolute relaxation and laziness. I missed my boys, but a few nights away was perfect to recharge my batteries. And in turn, Drake and Eli had some quality time with their Daddy.


Last week was the Kenny Chesney concert with my girls. I don't even really like country music or Kenny, but his concerts sure are fun. And it's become a yearly tradition with my girls. Good times! The pics are from the Hipstamatic app on my iphone.

Eli's BFF's

Two of my close friends here in Charlotte were due near me. Eli was born on March 30, Reese on April 8, and Syler on May 6. These three little ones are going to grow up being such close friends! And Drake too of course! Reese is going to have her choice of men to choose from. Tuesday, we finally got these three stinkers together so us Mommies could catch up. We attempted a quick photo shoot, and here is the result!

A snowy playdate

Drake and Nicholas swinging

Nicholas coming down the slide

Crawling through the tunnel

Giggling as Daddy helps him slide
On the big boy slide!
Swing time
Best tricycle ever

It snowed for three straight weekends in Charlotte. This past weekend was sunny and gorgeous, but these pictures are from a little over a week ago. Our good friends Katie and Christian came over with their little guy Nicholas, and we got our boys out to the park. For a sunny day with no precipitation, and a high in the upper forty's, it just couldn't be beat. They had a great time.

The tricycle Nicholas is riding in is actually Drake's. Drake wasn't a fan of it at first. However, in the past week, our weather has been better and he's had more time in it. Now, he LOVES his tricycle. He will ride all over the neighborhood, down the greenway, to the park- just about anywhere! It is perfect, because he gets to ride in/on something without Mom or Dad having to bend over and push. And the best part? The part we push also steers the tricycle. I love his trike! Big thanks to Grandma and Grandpa for a fabulous birthday gift!

Violet was cheesing, and Drake was too busy escaping to smile.

Bouncing and tumbling
Pin him Violet! (This wasn't as violent as it looks) They were actually giggling and laying their heads down.)
Lily (little mommy) checking on Drake. She's too sweet!
Excuse the flash! Violet and Drake weren't too sure about it all, until Kate and I climbed in.

JM meetup

JM is www.justmommies.com, a website/message board. I've been a member of certain parts of it for years now, and although haven't met these ladies in real life, feel like I truly know some of them. Anytime some of us are near each other, we try to do meetups. (We are scattered all over the world). This week, Kate is in Charlotte visiting her family. I took Drake to Monkey Joe's (a bouncy house place) to meet up with her and her girls. Here are some pics of our fun afternoon!

Punta Cana, Domincan Republic

Okay, Punta Cana pictures. I wish I had time to post more, but the wine bar and good friends are calling my name...........

Kim and Mike's wedding.....BEAUTIFUL!

The gorgeous bride.
Swim hat, swim shirt, swim diaper. He loves to swim!
I could just eat this little man up.
Giggling in daddy's lap.

My husband is quite hot, if I do say so myself.

What a view on our beach. Amazing!
Swimming in the caribbean with his daddy. He wasn't too fond of the water temperature; the pool was warmer.
Family portrait (again). I love this photo, it may be a framer.
I sure love this little busto.
My boys getting a nap in.

I love my dear hubbie- he's the best!
Somebody has found his feet! And he has rolls galore. Just a note about that. Despite all the rolls, Drake has only gained 12 ounces in 2 months- not nearly enough. He is in the 5th -10th percentile for height, weight, and head circumference. Our pediatrician isn't worried about the total weight, but rather that he gained so little in the last 2 months. My milk supply has continued to decrease, but since Drake doesn't act hungry, I haven't been too extremely worried. But now I am, so I (we) are making sure he gets around at least 30 ounces a day. He still nurses anytime he wants, but are offering him a lot more bottles. They are, unfortunately, mostly formula.....but some breast milk as well. I'm suppose I should just be happy we've made it this far. Oh well....
My baby boy was sleepy by the pool.
ANY resort that puts the bottles of champagne RIGHT beside the mimosas can't be that bad.
Our friends Kim and Mike, the couple that was married in Punta Cana.
Family portrait:-) Drake was laughing at our friend Brian being silly.
Family portrait. Drake was sleeping in the stroller:-)
Beautiful sunset
Our new mei tai carrier by babyhawk. I love it, although the front carry doesn't work. It apparently cuts off Drake's circulation to his legs and his feet turn purple. I realized that right after this photo was taken. Now he only rides facing me!