New pictures

So, the pictures I wanted to load last night didn't, and I'm trying again today....Let's hope they take this time! I know every parent thinks their child is the cutest, but seriously, how can you not think Cale is the cutest kid ever???? KIDDING! I know I'm baised.

In the one picture, Cale is sleeping on his new monkey from Dave and Angie. It was just too cute not to take a few pictures.

The next few are from the farm. We had to take Cale out there one night because Jon needed to help fix a fence line and I spoiled China with apples and grass. Cale really likes China, he smiles and laughs at her every time we are there. He sees other horses and he calls them all China.

Happy 2nd birthday ~~~ Almost!

Cale turns 2 on the 22nd but we celebrated this weekend. We invited less people this year since last year's party was so crazy. This year was just as crazy with half the people. I'm wondering if it's the people we are inviting??????? It was fun and hectic. Of course our child got way too many toys. He got 4 Transformers (GIANT ROBOTS!), some clothes, a huge monkey, a homemade quilt, some books, crayons, and other toys. It was wonderful that so many of our friends and family were able to come and celebrate with us. Cale didn't want any cake or ice cream. After he saw the large yellow robot, he was done. He didn't even want to open presents. He only wanted the GIANT ROBOT. Thanks Jon!

Happy Belated 4th of July

Our computer decided to be difficult for a few days but seems to be working for the most part now.....

We had a nice holiday weekend. Friday, I got to ride China so I was a happy camper. Friday night, Jon helped friends get ready for a party so Cale and I went shopping. Saturday, we went to 3 parties. Yes, that's right 3. It really wasn't so bad. Cale handled them all really well. We didn't get to see any fireworks though. Sunday, Jon went drag racing so Cale and I went with Grandma Nightengale shopping for big guy birthday gifts. Looks like someone is going to get spoiled again this year.

All last week, I worked 12 hour days at Seneca. We switched to a new computer system and things were bad. Ugh. I've done enough computer conversions in my life to never want to do another one ever again. I don't know if this one or the last one at Lab was worse. It's a toss up. Things seem to be getting better, but tomrrow is another day.

As for the pictures, Cale likes to play in blankets lately. Peek A Boo for the most part, or he runs around the house trailing the blanket. It's funny to watch. He is growing like a weed and talking more than any 2 year old that I've ever heard. He talks better than some 3 year olds. Yes, I'm biased, but honestly, the things this kid can say and understand is amazing.

Cale's first visit to Hooters

At least it's his first visiti with mom. I'm assuming Jon hasn't taken him there yet. Either way, no biggie! After we watched all the bikes leave for the Tub Run, we decided to grab lunch at Hooter's. We had a long morning of rummage saling and watching bikes leave, we needed some pampering.

Cale was a huge hit at Hooter's. Who wouldn't love the cutest kid in the world??? We even got them to take down a display tee shirt and sell it to us. All the waitresses signed the back of the shirt too. I think Jon was jealous that he wasn't there for all our fun! (The tee shirt reads: Hooter Girls can't keep their hands off me!)

More MDA Tub Run Pics

Kutter HD MDA Tub Run

L to R - Danielle (Cindy's daughter), Cindy, Charisse, Andrea - Girls I work with.

Today was the annual Kutter Harley Davidson MDA Tub Run. Jon and some friends joined in again this year. Normally, there is over 2000 participatants, including riders and passangers. This year was no exception. I haven't heard the final count yet, but it took over 20 minutes to get the bikes out and going, two by two. It's for a great cause and it's wonderful to see so many people getting involved.

We took some pictures as the bikes were leaving. Jon is on the red sport bike.

Just another week

Not too much new to report here. Jon's been working with a friend this week installing windows in a house. I've been in training at work for another computer system. Nothing like teaching you a job one way then then teaching you another way 4 weeks later. It was a bit frustrating today but the good news is that I didn't give up and I did learn a few things. There's always tomorrow to learn more.

Cale is talking up a storm these days. Since he pretty much repeats everything we say now, we've been working on counting and the alphabet. He's so stinking smart! He's not even 2 yet and the things he understands and can say.....and do......He can count from 6 to 10 by himself. He can do one and two as well but 3 thru 5 he still needs help. The alphabet, he repeats what we say. I know each parent is proud of their child and thinks their child is so smart, but honestly, Cale is really smart! He's going to be smarter than Jon and me by 5 years old! Ha ha!