First week of June

On Alden's real date of birth was pretty uneventful after our party-filled weekend. That morning, I drove Matt to the airport for an impromptu trip up to Ohio. Then, I met Alden and Mom over at her friend Lydia's to take pictures for the preschool that Lydia is starting. She and a couple of her friends have established a Spanish-immersion type preschool program out of Lydia's house, and we went over to take pictures for them to post on their website to advertise. Alden and Hudson had a blast. The favorite of both was the water table. Luckily, I had a change of clothes for Hudson, because he was soaking wet.Wearing her birthday crown that Aunt Leigh sent in the mail.

Alden spent the next couple nights at my parents' house, and Hudson, Lily, and I help down the fort with Matt gone. That Tuesday, Alden had her 3-year check-up, and although I forgot to get her stats, she seems to be growing in spite of not drinking milk. That night I had a finale dinner with the group of women I did a Bible Study with this semester. It was a great group, and I will miss their fellowship.Matt got back from Ohio on Wednesday night with our new car. He had a great time relaxing and getting some time with his parents. He also was able to spend an evening with Andrew and Lori Thomas and see their new baby William. It was the first time since we have been married that Matt has been up there by himself, so it was long overdue!

While Matt was gone, Hudson practiced his walking a lot. Matt was surprised when he got back to see Hudson walking all over the house! He found my dressage whip and especially enjoyed tottering around with that.

Along with the transition to the new car, Alden and Hudson moved up from their old car seats. Alden got a new car seat from Grandma and Grandpa for her birthday, and Hudson moved into Alden's. He is a little embarrassed about the flowery seat cover, but we have assured him that we will be on the lookout for something a little more rugged.

His first trip...His last trip...The new ride...
June 2007, Alden
Alden in her old car seat...she did NOT want her picture taken (shocker).First ride in the new one!


Saturday, we took a family trip to the Tobacco Trail since it wasn't too hot. It was great to have room for the kids, and Lily, AND the jogging stroller in the car! Hudson did a little bit of walking at the end.