The ultimate gaming experience

The condo we're staying in has a 50" Flat Panel TV in it - perfect for Mario Kart Double Dash, which we got for Christmas.

Christmas Beach Trip 2008

As has become a tradition after Christmas, we are at the beach. This year we're again visiting the Sandbridge section of Virginia Beach - a relatively secluded and quiet area. We're staying at a condo in the Sanctuary resort, which is owned by our friend's parents. Here are a few shots taken with Sharon's new digital camera she got for Christmas.

5th Birthday Party

This weekend the little guy celebrated turning 5 with a family party at the new house here in Mooresville. He wanted a "Speed Racer" theme, as he saw the movie earlier this year and really liked it. THe movie, of course, was one of his presents. As were, of course, several transformers, which still tops the list as being his (& Daddy's) favorite toy. It was a really great day, and we're tickled that he is really growing developmentally by leaps and bounds. He can now write his name, and is really expanding on his creativity. Here are some photos from the big day.

Apple Mouth

I've now successfully taught my son the bad habit that is "apple mouth"

Daddy Day?

This past Saturday morning, the little guy came in to crawl into bed with us. Having been confused about what day it was he said "Don't I have school today?" Mommy said "No, it's Saturday," to which he replied: "Oh, it's Daddy Day?" Wow. It's really heart-warming to know that somebody's whole sense of joy comes from knowing that you'll be around ALL DAY for them.

I Don't Like Shots

It was annual checkup for the little guy the other day. I hadn't intended on staying with him, but he asked me too. Later, when I asked why he wanted Daddy to stay, he said "Cause you're my buddy." End of story - daddy stays. These days you need all the buddies you can get.

He ended up having 5 shots. Yikes! All I heard the whole way home was "I don't like shots!" He got the shots in the legs, so I tried to tell him when he gets older they sometimes do it in the arm instead. He then told me "I don't like them in my leg, or my arm, OR MY BODY!!!" Well said.

Even Autobots like Starbucks

The little guy and I enjoyed an after school visit at Starbucks. He insisted on sitting outside, where we had a nice refreshing beverage and played with Transformers.