I looked and saw that my last post was on McKinley's 7 month birthday...guess what? He'll be 8 months next week, really. I also saw that I'd shared my beautiful Valentine roses, I have something wonderful to add to that.
To further my gift, Cary took all three of us away for the weekend to Keystone. We had a lovely suite, which made for such a relaxing trip. We did some great Target, Trader Joe's & Keystone/Castleton shopping, hit the FABULOUS Babies R Us (HUGE) and ate at two of our favorite restaurants; Claddaugh (YUM!!!) and Cheesecake Factory (DOUBLE YUM!!!). Heck, we even had the luxury of plopping on the couch to watch 'Superbad' after McKinley was tucked in bed. Oh, and yes...we did get Cheesecake...to go.
I think we all had a great opportunity to totally rejuvenate that weekend. It was so nice.
That rejuvenation, however was short lived. During that week, Cary played Mr. Mom while I was completely incognito. I had so much to do for Queen's Ball it was crazy. I hated being away or tuned out from 'my boys', but it was for a good cause. Have I mentioned that Queen's Ball was a fundraiser for St. Ann's Clinic for those in our area who cannot afford proper health care? It was worth it. Besides that, I realized that I do indeed want to pursue a career in event planning. I swear, its just in my blood. I'm assuming that God will guide me where I need to be and when I need to be there. But I'm very certain that I AM where I need to be right now. I'm a lucky girl to get to spend so much time at home watching McKinley grow into a little boy, and to get to concentrate on being Cary's wife too. I treasure these times and know that I will miss them someday.
Back to Queen's Ball, everything we planned turned out so beautifully, I hope to have some better pictures soon, which I will post FOR SURE! The photographer we hired was excellent...he did our engagement pictures way back when and totally came through for us again. I didn't even have an opportunity to take the first picture that evening, which was a disappointment but understandable. I'm relying on my sisters to give me some fun candid shots. In the meantime, I've decided with all the pictures I have to add and share, it will be so much easier (and more FUN!) to add a slide show...
I'm pretty proud of how everything went down. Our chapter played host this year and are the only chapter that I am aware of who had the honor of welcoming every Indiana State Beta Sigma Phi officer for this event. They came from all over the state in that LOVELY weather to be with us. We were also honored to have the head nun who runs our charity with us as well.
I gave a speech, well...two, I guess. I think I did pretty well. I thought I'd be a little rusty since I hadn't spoken publicly since last April. I'm satisfied with what I did. A friend of ours said she liked my speaking voice so much that she could listen to me and easily fall asleep. Hahaha...hmmmm...NOT so good for a SPEAKING voice, good for McKinley lullabies though.
I'm also beyond thrilled with the backdrop for the 'Queen's Crowning'. My Mom made it! Its gorgeous and everyone oohed and ahhh'd. We really pulled it out.
Cary was a huge help as well. He really did so much for McKinley that week and that day and even came up with some great last minute ideas during the evening. He's a good one to have by my side.
As you can see, we had even more fun the following weekend while visiting friends and a very special birthday girl.
In honor of Lila's birthday, we've put together a slide show of the day.
We had SOSOSOSO much fun at Lila's 1st birthday party. It was so exciting for us to see how McKinley reacted and interacted with everyone. It was his very first kiddie birthday party too! He was so good and I really think he had fun! We sure did. It was good to see Vanessa and fam again, it had been so long. It was also very sweet to see all the changes in our children since we last saw each other.
It is hard to believe that Lila is a year old...McKinley will be turning the BIG ONE so soon!
In traveling up north for the party, we again decided to make a weekend of it. It was another nice getaway, we enjoy doing little 'weekenders' like that.
I'm proud to report that Cary has a new route...and it is so much better for him! I know he misses his favorite old patrons, but I think he is enjoying this change of pace. He needed a refresher!
I'm also really proud of him for deciding to play baseball this year. I CANNOT WAIT to see this lefty pitcher in action. I've heard about his abilities and the fun he has on the field for so long, now it will be so nice to SEE it! Pictures to come, I'm sure! How fun it will be to take McKinley out to watch his Daddy this spring (with plenty of Baby sunscreen and hats, no doubt)!
Finally, I'll update on McKinley's amazing new tricks...last Saturday, amid the celebration, McKinley started teething! He's getting his bottom two teeth in, poor guy. He's had a few bad days, is not sleeping as soundly as normal through the night, and sometimes is a little less giddy but I think he's doing okay with it. We can't wait to see what he looks like with some chompers! Hahaha!
He has definitely mastered the famed sippy cup through all of this. We chose a sippy with a teething spout, so its nice and soft on his gums. Throw some ice cold water in there and he's a happier boy.
McKinley has added some vowels and syllables to his repertoire, it is hilarious to listen to his squeals of new sounds. Pretty funny. Also, we're happy to announce that McKinley will most likely win the new Baby Idol contest...as soon as Simon, Paula and Randy discover him that is. As we watch American Idol, on the floor with McKinley while he plays, he occasionally looks up to see who's making all those lovely sounds. He always thinks he should join in. We need to record it and send it in to America's Funniest Videos. It's something to see!
I think that is all for now in the crazy land of Vernon.
I PROMISE the next entry will not be so long.
I'm very hopeful that things slow down for us for a minute or two.
Have a great weekend and don't forget to turn back those clocks!
Lynn
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