Six Flags or BUST!!!

A couple of weekends ago we met Nana, Papa, and Uncle Bubba at Six Flags. We were all completely and totally on Connor's schedule. He had a blast. Every single one of us were at his beck and call. Connor got to ride every ride he wanted to and some...more than once. Our day pass is good all season long so we will be able to take Connor to all the holiday activities and festivities.

Connor is taking Papa for a ride.

Nana was the "lucky" one to ride this "small" Superman ride.

Hands up for the mini mine train.

This is the ride that Connor continues to talk about. He loved flying the airplane up and down "all by myself"! James and I continue to talk about how much Connor reminds us of James' Dad, Mike. During our trip Connor had to check out the mechanics of everything. How it works, what the screws are for, and what everything is suppose to do? There were points of our trip that we couldn't tell if Connor was having fun or just in AWE of the mechanics. James and I decided that we might have a "deep thinker" on our hands. The other favorite was the Log Ride, unfortunately I only have the picture that we BOUGHT.

I remember getting to drive these cars when I was little. It is so much fun to see my little one getting to make the same memories that I have!!! :) Eric is the only one making sure Connor doesen't crash...or he was ready to go home (can't really tell)!!

We had a GREAT trip and hopefully next time we go I will get to ride something...anything!!! On a side note, Six Flags has a strict policy against pregnant moms getting on anything. I think the cars were even off limits. Thanks James, Mom, Dad, and Eric for going so Connor could enjoy Six Flags.

Getting Bigger!!! Maynard anyone???

Yikes, seeing pictures of yourself is not always flattering especially when the belly continues to grow! 16 Weeks

21 Weeks

23 Weeks

At our 23 week apt. everything looked great! Baby boy who doesn't have a name yet is a mover. He always seems to "dance" when I lay down or get still, go figure. His heart rate was great, my weight was great (so they say), and I am measuring 2 weeks ahead of schedule. We could have a baby as early as the 18th of July. This is a little scary for James and I on a couple of different levels. With Connor I think I was completely ready for him by 21 weeks, this pregnancy is a little different. NOT PREPARED!!! Also, Connor's 3rd birthday party is scheduled for the 16th and cannot be moved. YIKES, (lots of YIKES in this post) I know it will all get done but the planner in me is going a little crazy! We are having some difficulty naming this little guy. Since we found out and told Connor about him we have called him "Maynard". I know what your thinking "Maynard"? James is one funny guy. Anyways, Connor now thinks the baby's name is "Maynard" and changing it at this point has become a little difficult. I am NOT a fan of "Maynard" at ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! James has his choices, I have mine, and obviously Connor has a few besides "Maynard" that he continues to want. I know we will all figure it out it might be the day they kick us out of the hospital to bring him home, but we will all come together and decide on a name...HOPEFULLY!!!!

A little late on Easter pictures...

Here are a few pictures over the course of a couple of weeks of our Easter outings... Connor and Mommy on Easter Eve...we "cheated" and went to Easter service on Saturday evening. Same sermon, songs, and pew!!!

Our sweet boy! He is getting so big. YES, we wear Crocs with EVERYTHING!!!

Connor and Daddy at the Greater Lewisville Early Childhood PTA (GLECPTA) egg hunt. It was a little chilly outside, but Connor still had fun. His favorite part was the ice cream truck.

Nana and Papa went with Connor and I to Nash Farm in Grapevine the weekend before Easter. Daddy and Uncle Bubba made a trip to the Sweet Sixteen tournament in Houston. Connor was a little distracted by all the eggs.

Connor and his best buddy Hayden!

Connor's view

So this post does it for our 2010 Cruise. I thought I would end with some pictures from James and I's number one man in our lives...Connor. He took all of these pictures and most days we found him hiding with our camera trying to "figure it out". Sad thing is he did figure it out rather quickly. I think I know what he is getting for his birthday...don't they make camera's for kiddos???

"This is mommy's scary face!"

"Aunt Kiki is smiling for the ME"!

"Daddy is putting on my diaper!" We viewed the pictures before sending them off to make prints and had to delete a few...

"Mommy and daddy hugging."
Thanks Grandma and Papa for a great trip. We love you very much

OuR last StOp

Our last stop on our cruise was in Jamaica. The island itself was beautiful, but the living conditions of the local people are very sad. The one thing that I noticed were that the people were very pushy and aggressive when it came to buying their local products. By the end of the excursion I think we all were tired of hearing "ya, mon", and "irie"(a good feeling)!!! James and I decided that this should have been the day we explored the local beaches and shopping. Instead we took a 2 hour van ride to the other side of the island to have lunch and play in the water. We then took a boat along the shoreline to Dunn's Falls. By the time we reached the falls we didn't have enough time to for the guys to hike the falls. We were pushing our deadline of 5:30 pm. When we arrived back at the pier it was 5:25 and we were running!!! Connor decided that he didn't like to be wet and sandy (in his shorts)!

Here is Connor's please smile for mommy and the camera smile, then I will put you down and you can play!!!

Here we are at the bottom of Dunn's Falls.

Walking in the water holding hands with daddy.

This is what James wanted to do, we just didn't have enough time!

This was a fabulous trip that we enjoyed and spent time with family. My next post will be some of the funny pictures that Connor took with my camera throughout the trip!

Happy Monday!

Stop numero DOS

Our second day of excursions were on the island of Grand Cayman. This place was amazing to me. The water was beautiful and the tour we took was FUN. Mike, Kathy, Jan, Dayln and the girls did their own thing this day. I think they walked around the island and did a little shopping. James, Connor, and I along with John and Kristi visited the Turtle farm, Rum Cake factory, and went to Hell. Our tour guide was great he gave us lots of fun information about the Caymans and pointed out where all the "rich and famous" have homes. Our ship did not dock in Grand Cayman so we took a water taxi from the boat. I was a nervous wreck until our feet were on shore. I thought my sweet Connor wanted to jump right in.

As soon as we got to the turtle farm we had to make a quick stop at the gift shop and get...what else FOOD.

Connor and daddy getting to hold the turtle. They had turtles that were at least 70 years old. Their shells were about the size of our kitchen table. Interesting fact: Some turtles are let go, some turtles are used for breeding, and some turtles (the lucky ones???) are made into SOUP!

We visited Hell! I really wish I could tell you exactly what this is, but at one time it was coral. I should have listened more carefully. OOPS! This was probably Connor's least favorite things to do on this excursion. You can see the happy face, right?
The famous post office in Hell. If you look closely the sign on the door says NO Photos or Videos please! Then look even more closely to the left of the door and you see...James taking a picture. He continues to tell me that the sign said "inside the post office". Whatever you say James!!!

We didn't get in the water/beach in Grand Cayman, but our tour was worth it. Have a great week.

Mayan Ruins of Tulum

Our first day of excursions the boys (minus Mike, he was still sick) went to the Mayan Ruins of Tulum. James said they had to take a water taxi to Playa del Carmen and then got on a bus for a 2 hour ride to the ruins. He said it was well worth the ride!!! All the boys took the camera's so Kathy is the only one that had her camera with us. So as soon as I get pictures from her I will post about our trip to the beach in Cozumel! I wish I could give you more info on these pictures, but SORRY I don't know much!!!!

James was so glad that he had this experience. This will be a place we will most definitely return to. He loved Playa del Carmen!!!!

Happy Friday!!!