Summer Days

I can't believe it has been 4 months since our last post. We have been super busy the last few months. I'll recap our news and what is going on.

First, Carter had his first birthday on April 21. We had his birthday party at our house on April 19. There was a great turnout from his family and friends. He wants to thank everybody for all of his wonderful presents. He says he's ready for his next birthday already.

Since our last post, Carter has learned to walk. He goes full speed where ever we let him. Sometimes he even wanders around aimlessly. He loves walking in the yard. If you don't watch him he will sneak over to Ms. Teresa's house next door.

Last week was a big week of change for us. Carter moved from his crib to a toddler bed. He really likes it because he can get in and out of it all by himself. Everytime either of us goes into his room, he follows and gets in the bed. He's soooo cute. On July 3, Jared finally traded in his Accord. We were sad to see it go, but it just wasn't a very good Daddy-mobile. We traded it in for a 2009 Subaru Forester in Camellia Red for Jared's Fathers Day gift. Jared likes it a lot, and it was worth the wait. It is unique in Rock Hill, since the nearest Subaru dealership is in Gastonia.

Carter and Candice love spending their days together. Being home with Carter is rewarding (and sometimes frustrating) for Candice. They get to do fun stuff like going to the pool, visiting relatives, and watching the same Sesame Street DVD's over and over. I think if Candice hears Cookie Monster singing "C is for Cookie, It's good enough for me" she will just snap.

Carter is becoming a toddler. He understands some of our requests. He always wants to help with whatever we are doing. He will help with pulling the laundry out of the dryer, unloading the dishwasher, and sweeping. Of course, his version of help is to hand you the clothes and dishes. He likes to drag the pots and pans all over the house. His current favorite is our wok.

Jared has been busy at work. Unfortunately, he's been working on proposal work. Hopefully, his company will land some of the work. It will mean job security for the next couple of years.

Candice is still at Stride Rite. She doesn't work as often as Jared wants her to, but loves spending her days with Carter. Not to mention she loves to spend Jared's hard earned money.

Jared is in the process of editing some of our home video, and we will post it ASAP so you can see what Carter has been up to.


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