Always Busy

As these pictures demonstrate, Myles never has trouble finding something to do. We had a lot of soda left over from Myles's birthday party and we keep them in our utility closet. The other day, Myles took each and every can out of each and every open box and carried them one at a time to the kitchen table. He was very careful to line them up so that each soda can was with its own kind. Then he sat down to play with them and mixed them up a bit. Let me tell you, Mommy never minds picking up that kind of mess. It kept him busy for at least 1/2 an hour!

Boating Fun

Last Saturday, Mommy, Daddy and Myles spent the day visiting our friends at their cottage and cruising around on their pontoon boat. It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed every minute. Here is a picture of Myles sporting the Barbie life jacket that he borrowed for the ride.
Myles had a blast with his friends, Lauren and Morgan, and they were so good playing with him. What a wonderful way to end the summer!

Big Boy Bed Time

For quite some time now, Myles has been climbing in and out of his crib at will. So, Mommy and Daddy decided it was time for a big boy bed.
Myles moved into his big boy bed on August 21st and he was so very excited about it! He jumped around and couldn't wait to crawl up on it. Myles's big boy bed was also Daddy's bed when he was a little boy, so it is extra special. Myles has been sleeping in his big boy bed for more than a week now and he is doing a great job - he has not been getting out of bed at bedtime and he hasn't fallen out once. As one of his birthday presents, Aunt Jenny and Uncle Mike gave Myles some sports ball sheets to go with his new quilt and he loves pointing out the different types of balls on them. He is very proud to be such a big boy and his parents are very proud of him as well!

Birthday Bash

Myles's dinosaur themed 2nd birthday bash was held on Sunday, August 15th. The weather was perfect and Myles had a wonderful time. He had about 45 guests, both friends and family, help him celebrate. (This picture was obviously taken before the party started.)
The party was primarily held in the backyard, although most kids played with toys inside for awhile as well. Myles had his pool, water table and new sprinkler beach ball out for the kids to play with as well as his bubble mower, bubbles, basketball hoop, bag toss and new soccer ball and net. Cousin Cole was also nice enough to share his bounce house for the party, which was a big hit. Everyone kept very busy.
After a lunch of burgers, brats, hot dogs, dinosaur shaped PB&Js, chips, fruit and veggies, the cake was served. Myles had to sample a bit of the frosting first, of course.
As usual, Myles enjoyed his cake immensely. We actually think that he ate some cake in addition to the frosting this time! Must have been to honor the occasion.
After a brief nap and a snack, it was time to open the large number of gifts that Myles received. Grandma and Papa T., Gramma and Papa A. and Aunt Jenny and Uncle Mike were able to stay for the gift opening. Myles was very excited about each one of his gifts and played with each and every one of them after opening them before moving on to open the next gift. It was so fun to watch him enjoy all of his presents. He is a very loved (and spoiled) little boy! What a fun, fun day!

Birthday Boy

On Thursday, August 12th, Myles turned two years old! Since his big party was scheduled for Sunday, he opted for a quiet celebration at home with Mommy and Daddy.
After dinner, Myles enjoyed a birthday cupcake - well, at least the frosting from a birthday cupcake.
Mommy and Daddy gave Myles a Mr. Potato Head for his birthday. Myles immediately recognized this toy as a result of his diligent study of the Toy Story movies. Once he saw it, he immediately said, "Tato Head."
Mr. Potato head was a big hit right from the start and has provided hours worth of fun ever since, making it a great toy for both Myles as well as Mommy and Daddy.
We can't believe it has been two years since Myles came into our lives. He is such a joy and keeps us laughing daily! We thank God every day for our beautiful little boy!

Another Birthday Party....

Today, it was the 3rd birthday party for Myles's buddy Jason - also in the neighborhood. Jason and his parents, Jeff and Christina, threw a legendary party. It was baseball / Brewers themed. Brewers cake, Brewers colors, Brewers gift bags with each child guest's name on them, ballpark food (hot dogs, brats, nachos with cheese and peppers, popcorn, etc.). Really great ideas and executed with incredible care. Like we said before, the pressure is really on for a good birthday party in this neighborhood - tough acts to follow.

Myles mans the door while his good pal Lucas rings the bell of the playhouse.

Myles follows the lead of the older boys and finally succeeds in climbing up the slide of the huge inflatable jumpy thingy in the yard.

Myles puts a hurtin' on a Brewers-themed cupcake... well, at least on the frosting portion of it...

What a great party! Thanks, Jason, Jeff and Christina!

Fun in the Sun

Myles and Mommy went to a zero depth pool this morning and Myles was absolutely thrilled! As you can see, he didn't hesitate to run right in! It was a beautiful morning and we had so much fun!
We were planning on hanging out with friends, but unfortunately, several friends were sick today so it ended up just being the two of us. We hope our friends will be able to join us next time. We did happen to run into Myles's babysitter and her kids, so Myles was pretty excited to see them.
The pool had a cool slide that Myles loved going down, but unfortunately Mommy didn't get any pictures of that as she was busy monitoring Myles's "waiting his turn" technique as well as his "move out of they way when you are done" skills. Maybe we can get some good shots of that next time.
Myles loved laying down in the water and by the end of our visit, he was dunking his whole face in the water. Each and every time he did it, he squealed with delight and was very proud of himself! Mommy was pretty impressed and enjoyed every second!