We're sans pictures of the event, but we attended the Murphy BBQ today. Casey got licked by some dogs. He also enjoyed the pool--first sitting on the steps & splashing some other attendees (all were friendly & even encouraged him), then stripping naked to give the other party goers a show, and finally in the pool in his "bathing suit" underwear. He was worn out & almost asleep in the car on the 5 minute trip home, and then fell asleep for the night sitting up. Claire also enjoyed the BBQ, but she was much quieter & remained clothed the whole time.

Casey wanted to hold Claire on his shoulder & opted for Aunt Cristen's lap as his seat.

On the train

Checking out army ants

Ready for bed

I was going to go for a quick walk after dinner. Casey wanted to come, but needed to scoot instead of walk. He was very distressed that Claire was sleeping & asked about 5000 times why she didn't want to come with us. We ended up taking a very slow but fun-filled walk, as we stopped to inspect ant hills & at all the red lights Casey insisted there were. There were a few spurts of "rully fast driving" of the scooter. According to Matt, as Casey drifted off to sleep last night, he was saying "aye aye, captain."

Happy Mudder's Day

I awoke this morning to Casey's smiling face less than 2 inches from my face, announcing HAPPY MUDDERS DAY!!! I got a hug, a big kiss, a snuggle, and then he told me I wanted donuts for breakfast.

Where did my baby go?????? I knew he was getting bigger, but he strolled out of the house this morning & I got a glimpse of what he'll be like 15 years from now going to high school.

After eating breakfast with us this morning, Casey wanted to go play, so he said "Can you excuse me, please?". Then he waited for us to say it was ok to get up.

This afternoon we went to Sierra's baptism party. Casey wore his light up snow boots and he was very well behaved. Claire slept most of the time. We really need to start taking more pictures so people get to see the new kid.