Happy 5 Years!

Last weekend we celebrated our 5 year anniversary with a little trip to San Antonio, TX. We are so thankful to Nana and Papa Mathews who kept the little man so we could escape for a few days. This was our first time away, together, just the two of us since Parker was born and it was such a nice break. We relaxed, swam, read, played cards and enjoyed some yummy food. The first two nights we stayed downtown San Antonio and had fun exploring the Alamo and the Riverwalk. I was excited to finally have some authentic Mexican food. San Antonio is such a bustling, vibrant city. Patrick and I definitely took some time to people watch...something we love but don't have the time for anymore. After staying downtown we headed to the Hyatt Hillcountry Resort. Wow! I loved it here. SO RELAXING. The grounds are built on an old cattle ranch so there is tons of land with gorgeous old oak trees everywhere. I wish I would have taken more pictures. We rode bikes, went on a nature hike, spent the day at the spa and even took a lap in the lazy river. Although it was nice to getaway we missed the little man and were excited to get home.

And...we're off!

The Riverwalk and a yummy Mexican restaurant

Riding the sightseeing barge

Remember the Alamo

San Antonio downtown

Dinner out at Budros Cafe

Pesca- cheers to 50 more years!

Riding bikes at Hyatt Hillcountry

Apple Picking Fun

I love the South! There are SO many family friendly things to do and they are ALL fun! A few weekends ago we loaded up the SUV and headed up to Sky Top Apple Orchard in Western NC with our great friends the Nagles! Ali and John have two beautiful girls, Ellen and Marlie so between the three car seats and 4 adults...plus tons of snacks, sippy cups, books, stuffed animals, blankies, Elmo and two DVD players the car as you can imagine was full to the gills! We were a traveling circus headed for some fun.

It was an unseasonably warm...ok HOT day so its felt kind of strange picking apples in summer weather but we had fun never-the-less. Parker had a blast and Daddy was a trooper carrying Parker up and down the steep hills. As you can see Parker loved the apples and even picked a few himself.

Thank you to the Nagles for a fun day filled with many memories...next on tap for the traveling circus? Denver Downs Pumpkin Patch...stay tuned!

A little piece of paradise- Western NC

Our Little Apple Picker

Family Fun

Yum yum!

"Hello there...I'm not sure what sound you make...do you Moo?"

Uh...wait just one minute please!

The Daddy's and kiddos!

The fam

The Park!

Last weekend we finally had some cooler weather so we headed to the park so that our little energizer bunny could get out some of his NEVER ENDING energy! He had fun checking everything out and running all over the place. He loved the slide and of course his favorite swings.

After the playground we took a ride on the train (choo choo) in Heritage Park. We took Parker last summer when he was younger but this time he actually knew what we were doing and had an absolute blast. He loved the horn and the tunnel!

This is such a fun age!

His tribute to the Bordessa family- Moo Moo!

Peek-a-Boo

How tall am I daddy?

Our little music maker

Always making funny faces! he has a million and one expressions!

Parker's Baptism- 9/5/2010

Together again!

The little angel

The Baptism- Reserve Chapel, Lake Keowee, SC

The whole family

Best Buds!

Cutie Pie!

Now he's ready to go...

Dr. Campbell from Charleston- I love his seersucker!

Parker and his Godmother Jacquelyn

So innocent...for now!

The Happpy Family

Looking dapper

Labor Day weekend was a special one for our family. Not only did we have a VIP visitor in town from CA (Jax) it was also Parker's baptism. Grandma Mathews Whipped (in less than a day) the most precious little outfit for the special day. Parker looked so sweet and innocent in his romper...I just have to point out his skinned up knees. How typical of a little 17 month old toddler is that??? As you can see the day was filled with lots of love and wonderful memories. Godfather Drew (Uncle Drew) and Godmother Jacquelyn spoiled him with hugs and kisses and daddy did a good job of keeping him under control during the ceremony...Elmo helped too.

The chapel we chose to hold the ceremony in is at the new community where my parent's are currently building their dream home on Lake Keowee. The Reserve Worship Congregation and the visiting minister, Dr. Campbell all welcomed us with open arms and really made it feel like we have found a new church "home." Parker did great and gave everyone a good laugh when he reached into the water and tried to splash around during the baptism...too cute!

Thank you to everyone who made this such a special day for all of us!

As you can tell...he was tuckered out. So Sweet!

A Special Visitor

Again I have been remiss in tending to our blog...too much to do and too little time I guess! Let me get you all caught up.

Over labor day weekend we had a special visitor in all the way from CA. My friend, Jacquelyn came for five days and we had a blast catching up and even getting a chance for some "girls" only time. On Friday we went out to lunch in Downtown Greer, pampered ourselves at MGs Grand Day Spa, sipped frappacinos and then headed downtown for a night out...and a chance to sleep in the next day at the Hyatt where we had gotten a room! Saturday we got up and took a leisurely stroll through the farmer's market, had yummy omelets at Soby's on the Side and even checked out the Liberty Bridge in Fall's Park. Its always great to have visitors in because Greenville is so picturesque and provides many worthy kodak moments. Sunday we headed out to Lake Keowee for Parker's baptism. Jacquelyn is his godmother so it was extra special to have her here. Pictures of his baptism to follow.

We had so much fun laughing and being care free- something we both NEEDED very badly. Please come back Jax! We miss you!!

Where has the past month gone?!?!

Its tough to believe that over a month has come and gone since my last post. Time really does fly and it seems like it does even faster now with a running toddler in the house. Enjoy the recapp of what we have been up to lately.





Parker is very, very proud of his many new-found talents including blowing kisses and climbing up and down the stairs so many time it tires Patrick and I just watching him do it! He is such a happy guy and loves spending time with his buddy Sadie. Luck for all of us she takes the "abuse" in stride and she even indulges him in a game of catch every now and then.

UH OH! Patrick and I knew this moment would come...in fact we've been waiting and waiting. We figured...he is curious about EVERYTHING else in the house why not the TP? Well...he finally discovered it and I don't think we could have asked for a bigger, "I am so proud of myself" smile!

BUB-BLE!!! Ever since he was little Parker has had an obsession with bub-bles so its not a surprise that bub-ble was his first 2 syllable word. Can't you tell we are first time parents by the way we aren't only documenting and getting excited over his first word but also taking the time and effort to recognize and remember his first 2 syllable word? Gotta love it. Here is he with Grandma Barb who came with Gpa Bud to visit for a few days after their 2 week stint at the Boy Scout Jamboree in VA.


Hello...can you hear me now? Parker has an obsession with anything electronic and especially our cell phones so you can only imagine his frustration and dismay when he discovered that this "phone" couldn't go everywhere with him so we had to disconnect the cord. Problem solved...instant cell phone! Phew...crisis averted!


I'm pretty sure I was meant to live in the South...a place where men are proud to wear pink, little girls wear huge bows in the hair and dresses to the park. A place where people monogram everything they own and a place where it is considered cool to dress father up like son. Ever since I found out I was having a boy I searched and searched to find a matching outfit for Parker and Patrick. Thank you Old Navy for making this dream a reality. I don't think it gets much cuter than this!

Part of the fun of living in the South are the summers and the unpredictable, pop up out of now where rain showers. I wouldn't have missed this spontaneous moment for anything in the world. I can't even begin to tell you what joy it is to a mommy's ears to hear their little one sqeaul in delight as he jumped in puddles. So fun!

As if the atttention lavished on Parker by us and Grandpa and Grandma Fosdick wasn't enough...we decided to pack everyone up for a quick trip out to visit Grandpa and Nana Mathews out at the lake. Parker continues to be our little fish and loves everything water. I myself love the sun and LOVE even more the break I get when not one but two grandmas are around.

Thank you everyone for a wonderful month of fun!