Spencer had lots of fun too while we were gone on the boat with Grampa Scott and Gramma Laurie. I can't get over how grown up he looks here.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Hot August Nights - II
Once again, the Hamilton's hosted a fabulous party at their cabin in McCall...a.k.a. Hot August Nights. This kid and pet free weekend is a much needed break for everyone in attendance and I can't thank them enough for including us! We were introduced to the "shotski" and the most amazing tamales I have ever consumed in my life while we were there. I didn't take a single picture during our stay, but I stole this one from Molly of the entire motley crew .
Spencer had lots of fun too while we were gone on the boat with Grampa Scott and Gramma Laurie. I can't get over how grown up he looks here.
Spencer had lots of fun too while we were gone on the boat with Grampa Scott and Gramma Laurie. I can't get over how grown up he looks here.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Deceptively Delicious
I know toddlers go through picky eating phases...but I can't take the mommy guilt associated with Spencer eating grilled cheese and chicken nuggets every day. So I bought this: 
And frankly, I'm hanging a lot of hopes and dreams on it. This book has recipes to hide veggies in things kids eat every day and for someone that barely boils water, it's going to be an adventure. But I'm giving it a whirl...stay tuned!
And frankly, I'm hanging a lot of hopes and dreams on it. This book has recipes to hide veggies in things kids eat every day and for someone that barely boils water, it's going to be an adventure. But I'm giving it a whirl...stay tuned!
Monday, August 1, 2011
Island Park
Okay, this post is kinda long and rambling, so bear with me! We got back last week from Spencer and my first ever trip to Island Park, Idaho! The Stonehocker's have a family cabin there that my father in law, and of course Chris, grew up going to every summer. I love a good trip to the mountains and this one didn't disappoint.
We had some beautiful scenery to enjoy. You know me, I never pass up an opportunity to plop my son down in a field of flowers for a photo op!
There were a few trips into West Yellowstone, Montana, which is about a half an hour away, but we decided not to make the trek into the park...mostly due to Spencer's hatred of the car seat and his complete lack of caring about seeing Old Faithful. West Yellowstone was a fun, touristy town though. A certain psycho sales lady insisted on taking this picture of S and Nana (well, she seemed normal at this point...it was after she wanted to carry Spencer around the store (um, NO) and insisted on a FAMILY photo op that she started to get crazy). Anyway, I love it because Spencer has his "cheese" face on in full force!
As mentioned in my camping post, Spencer just loves to be outside. Even when he was inside, he kept looking out the window trying to get outside!
Finally, we got to see some wildlife too. A mommy bird made her nest in the cabin and had little chicks (they are called chicks, right?) that had just barely hatched. We kept a close eye on them, but also kept our distance.
And then we saw a moose! How exciting is that? I was pretty stoked. Spencer could have cared less, he just wanted more cereal bar.
Not pictured on our wildlife extravaganza would be the bat that was in the cabin the first night. Seriously, a bat. They haven't had one in 20 years, but our first night there one decides to pay us a visit.
Lots more photos to share, so you can check them out on my facebook page!
We had some beautiful scenery to enjoy. You know me, I never pass up an opportunity to plop my son down in a field of flowers for a photo op!
There were a few trips into West Yellowstone, Montana, which is about a half an hour away, but we decided not to make the trek into the park...mostly due to Spencer's hatred of the car seat and his complete lack of caring about seeing Old Faithful. West Yellowstone was a fun, touristy town though. A certain psycho sales lady insisted on taking this picture of S and Nana (well, she seemed normal at this point...it was after she wanted to carry Spencer around the store (um, NO) and insisted on a FAMILY photo op that she started to get crazy). Anyway, I love it because Spencer has his "cheese" face on in full force!
As mentioned in my camping post, Spencer just loves to be outside. Even when he was inside, he kept looking out the window trying to get outside!
Finally, we got to see some wildlife too. A mommy bird made her nest in the cabin and had little chicks (they are called chicks, right?) that had just barely hatched. We kept a close eye on them, but also kept our distance.
And then we saw a moose! How exciting is that? I was pretty stoked. Spencer could have cared less, he just wanted more cereal bar.
Not pictured on our wildlife extravaganza would be the bat that was in the cabin the first night. Seriously, a bat. They haven't had one in 20 years, but our first night there one decides to pay us a visit.
Lots more photos to share, so you can check them out on my facebook page!
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