Wedding's are cool...

Tyler attended his 2nd wedding EVER a few weekends ago (and wouldn't you know, tomorrow night he's going to his 3rd). Lots of single toddler chics. He thoroughly enjoyed himself! Cousin Hudson was there too, who Tyler can't get enough of.

Always practicing his football moves!!

Monkey see, monkey do. Jumping off stairs is fun. My little stud muffin! All the kids... Riley, Hudson, Gabby & Tyler

The BIG kids...

It's hard work having this much fun!!

Can I please just be home already?!

I'm sitting in the Nashville airport, wondering why any self-respecting individual would think skin-tight, nearly painted on Wranglers would ever be attractive?!?! Come on people! Work has taken me to this lovely city, and don't get me wrong, it really is lovely. I wish I had more time to sight-see, but I was stuck inside a printing plant the majority of the time. I did however stumble across a taping of "Rock of Love w/ Brett Michaels" and someone who I swear was Tim McGraw at the Noshville Cafe. And yes, it really is NOSHville. I'm just going to pretend it really was him. Anyhow, I miss my boys terribly & cannot wait to get home. Just a few more hours. Tyler is growing like a weed - in 2 days he has probably learned to drive a car & started studying for his SAT's. Actually, he's loving books right now - if he doesn't have one in his hand, he's for sure holding a football. He's OBSESSED with footballs. Hmmm, wonder where he gets that from ;) Chris has been spending his evenings coaching little league football, trying to get a fix any way he can since he didn't play arena ball this year. Sweetheart, I won't say this to your face, but I do kind of miss watching you play! ;) Ok, back to people watching... I just saw a lady in a bedazzled hot pink denim ensemble. Wow.

My Dad's a Rockstar!

This past weekend we headed up to Zona Rosa to watch my Dad's band play (The 13th Hour). The rockers put on quite a show at the outdoor venue, in front of screaming fans & die hard groupies. Ok, so Mom & I were probably screaming the loudest, but ANYWAY... it was a great time. Tyler also got to enjoy the fountain although it took him a good 15min before he decided to get his feet wet. Quite the inquisitive young soul. He's almost as cool as his Mom!

We saw the Belcher's up there - TJ, Laura & baby Trent. I think I'm in love with the lil' squirt & his big, squeezable cheeks :)

Whether he knows it or not, Tyler has Chris wrapped around his little pinky... the boy is destined to play football, and his Daddy couldn't be happier! Here's Tyler practicing his "Hut, Hut, HIKE!"

But, like any typical toddler, he never does the same trick twice. SEE YA!!

GO ROYALS!

We met up with the McKillip's at the K, to check out the Royal's take on the Red Sox. The boy's in blue put on a good show (it didn't hurt either that we had front row seats!). Tyler & Landon were talking stats between Cheerio's - the little men surprisingly toughed it through the entire game.

Hanging out with Leslea, Brady & Landon

The next generation of ball players :) Snack break - Cheerio's anyone? Brady & Landon, Chris & Tyler

(my, how things change!!)

Birthday Party

Thanks to everyone who came out to help me celebrate my 30th. It was a great surprise (I can't believe Chris kept it from me!). Chris & I had drink & appetizers at Piropos (my favorite!) then headed downtown for sushi at Nara (my other favorite!) I was greeted by a bunch of friends when we walked in - good times :) I can't wait until Tina's next birthday, so I can treat her to as many glorious shots as she bought me that night!! Haha.

Summer Fun

It's been a wet summer so far in KC, with some hot-humid-mugginess I'm sure not too far behind. We've squeezed in a bunch of lake & pool time, our little fish Tyler can't get enough of the water!

We spent the 4th over at Gma & Gpa Dercher's. The Columbia Dercher's came in town - Tyler & Hudson had a blast doing "boy stuff".

Tyler's also gotten some time in with his gal-pal Madalyn.

Shear Madness

Tyler, Angie and I ventured up to Zona Rosa this evening to visit Shear Madness for Tyler's first haircut. It's actually a neat little haircut spot that caters to the little ones. Each haircutting station has a flat panel tv for the kids to watch, while they sit in the booth of their choice, which can be anything from a plane, train, or cool car. Angie and I were tired of Tyler emulating the hair style of Frank Barone (the father on Everyone Loves Raymond), so we saw it fit to at least get him in for a trim. It was actually rather uneventful. He sat still, behaved, and was done in a few short minutes. How boring! The little wild man before picture. Tyler chose to get his cut in the Hummer.

He also chose to watch Elmo. Beep if you like Elmo!

Oblivious that he is getting a haircut. Elmo is that good.

Half way through he demands to inspect the utensils.

The finishing touches.

Party Time!

We had Tyler's 1st birthday party last weekend. It was great to see all the out-of-towners (Mema, Papa, Titi Alli, Auntie Kathryn, plus the Columbia crew - Uncle Philip, Aunt Meg & Hudson). Tyler had a blast tearing into all the presents, as well as his cake! There wasn't much left after Captain Destructo got his hands into it. I still can't believe he's already 1 years old. Happy Birthday to my favorite little man! MMMMMmmmm, CAKE!!! Going for a spin in the new wagon

Happy birthday, Tyler. Every day has been an adventure, and every day we love you more.