Houston Trip

Hudson and I at the airport getting ready to fly to Houston

Dinner with Brett and Melissa our first night

Trying to keep Hudson happy during dinner

Proud Uncle Brett and Hudson

Hudson and I flew to Houston to attend Brett and Melissa's engagement party. I'm so happy that we were able to be there. The weather was a bit hot for us, but it was so nice to see the sun! The party was prefect, it was so nice to meet Melissa's family. We couldn't be happier to welcome Melissa into our family. She is wonderful and perfect for my brother.

Happy Father's Day

For John's fist Father's day we surprised him with this fun picture of Hudson. He's all ready for his first Seahawks season!

Family BBQ

Too cute!

Loving daddy's lap

On Saturday we went to a BBQ with the families from our mom and baby group. The weather was nice and it was great for all the dads to meet. Hudson loved being outside. He laid on his daddy's lap for over an hour just checking everything out. It was nice for all the mom's to chat while the dad's helped with the babies. Usually when we are all together we are busy with our little ones.

Relaxing in the Swing

Hudson loves to relax in his swing and look out the window. He will often fall asleep for awhile and it gives me a chance to get a few things done around the house.

Hudson's First Movie

At Starbucks before the movie

Cousin Kylisa and her baby boy!


Yesterday Hudson and I went to the "mommy and me movie" at Lincoln Square. We went with some friends from our class at Evergreen. To our surprise we ran into cousin Kylisa and her new baby boy!

Getting Bigger!

Today Hudson had his two month appointment. He is now 24 1/2 inches (95th percentile) and 13 pounds 4 ounces (85th percentile). He is growing perfectly! He had to get one shot today and he was so brave. Way braver than mommy. He flinched and cried for about one second then he was back to his smiling and cooing self. He fell asleep in the car on the way home. When we got home he was happy to eat and take a nice long nap with mommy. I'm so proud of him. Hopefully next time I can handle the shots as well as Hudson.

Boppy Boy

Shake, Rattle and Roll!

What is this thing?

Am I practicing be the next American Idol?

"Hello, daddy it's me Hudson..."

I can hold this thing....but I have no idea what to do with it!

Hudson is working on his grip. He has a GREAT grip when it comes to pulling mommy's hair. We are trying to use it on toys instead before mommy has to cut her hair!

Loves from Liam

Hudson and I went to see Ivan, Emily and Liam last week. We went for nice walk around Greenlake and lunch. I think Hudson's favorite part was loves from Liam!

Favorite Blankie

Shelbi gave Hudson this cute horse travel blanket for our upcoming trip to Texas. He loves it! He can hold on to it and bring it everywhere. It's the first thing that he has grasped on his own. We are working on his rattle now!

Thanks Shelbi :)

Two Months

Where has the time gone? Hudson is two months old today! He is becoming such a big boy. He is now smiling, laughing, sleeping through the night (my favorite) and recognizing mommy and daddy's voices. I want time to slow down. Before I know it he will be rolling over, crawling then WALKING!

Coffee at Nordstrom with Shelbi

Yesterday we went downtown to enjoy some shopping. We also got to have coffee with Shelbi. Hudson was on his best behavior. We had such a wonderful time. We will definitely be making another trip downtown soon!

Hudson meets Hailey

Yesterday we had our annual neighborhood garage sale. Jamie and Jeff brought Hailey over to meet Hudson! She was so cute with him. Giving him tickles and playing peek-a-boo! She is going to be such a wonderful big sister.

Mother's Day

Ready for Mother's Day!

Laughing...love it!


At Overlake for brunch.

Taking a nap after brunch.

Today was my first Mother's Day. It was a wonderful day. We spent the morning with my parents. Then we met John's parents at Overlake for brunch. We spent the rest of the day relaxing.

Grandma's Birthday

Saturday was grandma's birthday. We went to sushi with our family, grandma, grandpa, great aunt Barb, great uncle Randy and great grandpa. We had a wonderful dinner and Hudson was on his best behavior. He loved all of the action and enjoyed everyone holding him.

Day with Grandpa

On Saturday grandpa watched Hudson while daddy worked and grandma and I went shopping. I wish grandma and grandma lived closer. It was a wonderful weekend with them here.

Hudson LOVES his grandpa!

7 Weeks

Ashley came over to cut mom's hair...I think she just wanted to see me!

My mom REALLY wanted me to smile...not happening.

Look! I can hold my head up!

I love to sit on my boppy and look out the window.

I can't believe that seven weeks have gone by. It all has happened so fast. Hudson is getting so BIG and is so fun to watch. He is now smiling and making all kinds of cute noises. When you watch his face you can tell he is trying to talk. It's so cute! I can't wait to hear what his first word will be (I'm secretly hoping for mommy). He is also taking a bigger interest in his toys and activity mat. He loves to watch the toys that light up. They always make him smile.

Kevin's Visit

Kevin came over to visit Hudson (and mommy). Hudson was on very good behavior and loved spending time with Kevin. He even showed him how he could smile!

Thanks for the visit and Starbucks Kevin!

Happy Hudson

Now that Hudson can smile...he does it all day! I love it!

Smiling!

Nothing is cuter then watching your baby learn to smile!