Connor's 1st Camping Trip

This weekend, our family headed up to the foothills to Pollock Pines to a campground called Sly Park. We had a FABULOUS weekend and even though Michael and I consider ourselves much more of hotel-travelers, we realized camping is really a perfect vacation for Connor. We headed up Friday morning and spent two nights in the great outdoors. Since Mandy and Chad are experienced campers, they went up Thursday night and set up the camp site for us, and also planned and cooked all of the meals while we were camping. We ate better than we do at home... stir-fry, tri-tip, turkey burgers, teriyaki trout, and more. It was delicious! Our activities included boating, swimming, feeding the ducks, watching Peetie the squirrel, skipping rocks, singing campfire songs, roasting marshmallows, playing board games, napping, etc. It truly was a relaxing weekend and I really felt like we were able to get away! Towards the end of Saturday night, Michael and I started to complain about not having shower facilities, which I think jinxed us all... we woke up around 3am to a down pour. The rain continued and we had to pack up camp in the rain this morning. I can't remember the last time we were that dirty! Even with the rain and dirt- it was a very fun and memorable weekend. On the drive home, Michael and I reflected and decided that camping would no doubt be a part of our future... mainly because of the joy and excitement we witnessed in Connor's eyes. He was happy, filled with joy and wonderment, and so excited to be free and able to explore nature. Thanks to Auntie Mandy and Uncle Chad for planning such a fun adventure! Mallory- we missed you!

Fun at the Annual Garamendi Basque BBQ

This past weekend, we enjoyed an evening at the Touch the Earth Ranch to support our dear friends, the Garamendi Family. It was a beautiful evening and we had such a great time visiting with friends, riding horsies, going into the petting zoo, and dancing. It was a lovely evening! Thank you Liz and family for including us!

Grandma Jill came for a play date with Connor

Grandma Jill came up last night so she could watch Connor while Mommy had to work today. Connor looks forward to his special time with Grandma and he enjoyed showing off and entertaining her. Thank you Jill for watching him and taking such good care of him. It's so nice to know he's with you when I'm at work!

Fun Spent at the Parks

Connor and I spend a lot of time on my days off at the park. He is at the perfect age to enjoy the park. He loves to climb on everything and is much more fearless than his mom! He enjoys the slides and the swings too! He often makes new friends at the park and immediately gives them a big "Connor Hug." He is such a fun boy to be around. I just love him!

California Capital Airshow

This past weekend, Michael took Connor and I to the Capital Airshow at Mather Field Airport. It was an exciting day because Connor is really into trucks, tractors, and AIRPLANES right now. He really liked being able to walk through airplanes and helicopters and watch the big planes in the sky. It was great fun to be able to watch the excitement through his eyes as he watched the planes do tricks in the sky!

P.S. Daddio- we looked for a B-17 but there wasn't one on display. Other readers- the B17 is the plane my grandfather flew in and was shot down in during WW-II.

Connor and his Buddies!

Connor is blessed with many friends. I thought it would be fun to post some pictures of him with some of his friends!

Ben, Connor, and Flora

Mommy with Connor and Sophia
Connor and Lilliana

Baby Madeline (I couldn't get one of Connor and Maddie!)

William, Ethan, and Connor

Boating on Folsom Lake

A few weekends back, we spent the day out on Folsom Lake. It was a beautiful day with Poppy, Mimi, and Auntie Mal. Connor had fun driving the boat, swimming, and going on the big tube with Poppy! Michael wasn't able to join us because he was on his way back from the NYC/Boston trip with his dad.

Labor Day at Twain Harte Lake

We had a lovely day at Twain Hart Lake this past weekend. It was Connor's first time at the lake and it brought back so many memories of my childhood summers spent at the lake. We went with Poppy, Mimi, Uncle Chad, and Aunt Mandy. Daddy stayed at home because he has a hurt back and is slowly recooperating. Mallory also missed the day because she is already down at UCLA training to be an RA. Connor really enjoyed splashing in the water, jumping from the docks, swinging on the swings, squirting us with the water gun, lounging on the raft, playing in the sand, walking to "the rock," and cooling off with a snow cone. It was a fabulous day! We missed you Michael and Mal! We look forward to many more memories at the lake.

Connor's 1st Baseball Game!

Last night we took Connor to his first baseball game. Michael had tickets from work, and although it was a night game and way past Connor's bedtime, we ventured to the River Cats game. We thought we might only stay an hour or two, depending on how Connor was feeling. Turns out- Connor is a big baseball fan just like Daddy. He loved it and we stayed the whole time, including an extra inning and for the fireworks show. It was a great night! Michael started teaching Connor about the game of baseball and Connor kept his eye on Dinger, the mascot for most of the game. Connor made friends with all of the people sitting near us and we got many comments from strangers about what a sweet and kind boy he is. Michael and I really enjoyed experiencing a baseball game with Connor. We know we'll spend many more moments enjoying the game with our beautiful son!