August 2011 | NORTHasaurus

Mohawk!

As you have likely noticed in the pictures, a few weeks ago North got his very first mohawk. He LOVES it, as do we. I recently tried to put some gel in it but he wasn't having it. Nonetheless I got a few cute pictures.

The Water Mine!

We had heard a lot about a local water park that both the McGranahans had visited while in town and that my mom took North to during their visit--after good reviews, I needed to check it out with my little guy. He and I recently had a swim date for a day of sunshine and fun at the Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole -- I think we made approximately 100 laps of the lazy river and really enjoyed our time playing in the pools---of course though, North's very favorite feature of the park ended up being the foot showers (for use when entering the pool deck). I didn't get many photos since we were in the water all day but I did think to snap a few from our deck chairs.

He loved being able to swim all on his own with the help of the park supplied life vest.

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs!

A little over a week ago, North, Alan, and I headed to a minor league baseball game to watch the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs play the Lancaster Barn Stormers. We all three had an absolutely incredible time at the game. We will definitely be heading back to the Blue Crabs Stadium again soon.

North loved sitting in our seats and watching the game

He also really loved the kids play-land

Especially the bounce house

He declared "Pinch" the blue crab mascot to be his best friend

He also loved playing in the giant sandbox and watching the bumper boats

While walking around the stadium, outfielder Adam Godwin ran over and gave North a high-five -- North loved it and we decided Adam is North's favorite "teamer" (North's word for a ballplayer)!

Shortly after the high-five, Adam was at bat during an extra-inning and scored the winning point--North was real excited to see him run to home base and win the game!

After the game, the stadium had a fireworks display -- good times.

Grandma and Grandpa come to visit!

A couple of weeks ago Grandma and Grandpa come to town for a visit--we, of course, had a great time with them. North loved getting to stay home from daycare and spend time with them while Alan and I were at work and Alan and I loved the opportunity to go on a date while we had babysitters in town! While they were here, we explored downtown DC, including grabbing chili-dogs at Ben's Chili Bowl, took a day trip to Baltimore, and I even got special permission to take them on a tour at work. We all had lots of fun while they were here. Below are some photos from their visit.