Some new fuzzy friends

Today we went to the petting zoo part of the Natural Science Center.  While I LOVE having play dates at the parks, being alone had some perks.  I took Trevor in without the stroller and just let him lead the way the entire time.  We did a lot of exploring which included a lot of rock picking up and walking back and forth over trails.  Here are some pics!

I like the sheep!

Hey, we're about the same size!

 

 

Where is everyone going?  Don't you like my sweet soft petting style?

 

Being the leader...I get to go anywhere I want

 

a REAL haircut!

After the FLOP of a hair cut from us, we knew that we should take Trevor in to have his hair "corrected" by professionals.  We took him to a place called Doolittles in Charlotte where the client's chairs are different vehicles- air planes, ambulances, police cars, trains, and Trevor's choice- a fire engine.  Also right In front of each chair is tv playing cartoons.  Needless to say, there are a lot of distractions so that one doesn't focus too much on the purpose for the visit.

Ok, this is great, found a new car!

Wait a minute... who is she and what is she doing?

 

Ok.. as long she doesn't block my tv view!

Watching all the snips made me realize there is a lot more to a toddler haircut than I had thought when I had the great idea for daddy to do the original haircut!

And we're all done!

It worked like a charm and we will definitely go back!

60 Years of Marriage and more!

This weekend we had a celebration for my grand parents who have now been married for 60 years!   We are very lucky to have 2 sets of grandparents who are both still happily married and doing well.  Our extended family got together and had an evening outside which worked out perfectly for Trevor.  He was held content for about 5 hours (stayed up til 9:30!) by just running back and forth in the yard and pushing his little truck.  Trevor has developed a little more strange anxiety and really only likes to be held by a few people.  I'm really looking forward to school so that he can become a little more used to being away from his mama. 

My grandparents about to cut into their "wedding" anniversary cake.

I really wanted to get a picture of Trevor with my grandparents, but he was getting a little cranky by this point.

And these were so cute, I had to re-post from facebook.  We all met at Toy's and Co last week for musical story time and afterwards decided that a juice shop smoothie would be great.  We'll the kids agreed with us...

 

Had to get this closeup of my main man... you can see his girlfriend Claire peeking out from behind:)

 

Big Boy Slides

Can't believe how quickly summer is ending.  Here's what we've been up to the last few days...

Check out me on this big boy slide!

So much Fun

And then at the Natural Science Center, I almost got my hand bitten off, but I wanted to be picked up and over and over to get close!

The geese came to play with me on the play ground!

Ahh nothing better than some fresh air and water!

I Love golf! Today, at least:)

It takes up a lot of time, is not the cheapest sport, and I am forced to watch countless hours of it on tv.  However, TODAY I'm reminded that it will be a great bonding experience for Alec and Trevor.  They are off to watch some of the Wyndham Championship.  Hmm, what to do by myself....:)

Check out Trevor's official tournament shirt

Free Entertainment!

Love some free entertainment!  We just tried the Barber Park Splash Park for the first time and all the kids seemed to really enjoy it.  It makes me really excited when there is a new option, especially a free one for Trevor to enjoy here in Greensboro! 

What a neat way to cool off!

 

Trevor and his GF Claire

Lunch Time!

Yummy!

Ellis, Trevor, Max, and Claire

Beach Again!

Dona invited us to Oak Island this past weekend.  We had a good time, however the beach weather was not superb for little Trev Mans.  It was very windy which made the ocean quite rough and all Trevor wants to do is run full speed into the ocean without looking back!  So we were unable to spend too much time on the actual beach.  But on Sunday, we decided to try out the NC aquarium before Alec had to go back home for work.  We took the Fort Fisher car ferry and Trevor loved it.  The aquarium was a hit too even though we got there RIGHT at Trevor's nap time.  After a couple of hours, we said goodbye to Daddy and Dona and Trevor and I headed to Wrightsville beach for the night to hang out with some friends. 

One group photo

 

On the Ferry

Look at all those big fish!

 This is my favorite picture of Trevor at the aquarium.

Alyson getting some practice in with sweet Miller!

 Miller and Trevor hanging out for breakfast at Sweet and Savory

We also got to visit with the Bryant twins who are extra sweet and cuddly, but I didn't get any pictures of them!  And we got to spend time with Sarah on her birthday!  Overall, we had a nice and relaxing trip.  Although Trevor sleeps sooooo much better at home!

Day 3- Cloth Diapers

After receiving the shipment,  it took me a little while to start the cloth diapers, partly from fear and partly from stupidity.  But, I wanted to make sure I had the pre-wash instructions down before I dove in.  It's the third day so I feel a little premature in singing their praises, but overall so far it's been good!  Trevor doesn't seem to tell the difference, we've had no leaks, and I've only been through 3 disposable diapers so if we keep it up, we should see some savings.  We have been using disposable diapers during the nights, but after he leaked out of his "special" overnight diaper last night, I'm going to try a cloth one tonight and see how they compare.

The worst part... the really soiled diapers.   They are not fun to rinse out before the washing machine, but luckily the really bad ones are spaced out by lots of EASY "wet" diapers that are just removed and tossed into the washing machine.  

They do give the appearance of a HUGE bum!  I'm not quite sure how this same diaper will fit on a sweet 8lb baby girl under a dress and tights, but we'll see....

While I'm on the topic of "soiled" diapers, I warn you that this next comment while related, may just be too much information, but Trevor seems to feel most inclined to relieving himself in the tub!  I've asked around and it seems that I'm one of the luckier moms... I hear a lot of mom's say things like.."no, never pooped in the tub", or "once and it was awful", or "3 times! Can you believe that?."  But my sweet Trevor poops in the tub at least once a week if not more!  Just thought I'd leave you with that lovely thought and image.  If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know!:)  Although I'm not sure what is easier to clean... the tub or the cloth diaper:)

3rd Trimester

Wow, this pregnancy is really flying by!  While I'm so ready to meet our little girl, I'm also really excited about spending lots of one on one time with Trevor beforehand. 

Last week we had another ultrasound to check the baby and the placenta's current position.  My doctors have agreed that if I go into spontaneous labor and the baby is in the correct position, we could try to avoid a cesarean delivery.  However, at this point things do not seem to be looking that way.  Our little girl is laying perfectly content sideways in a "transverse" position.  This is similar to the way that Trevor was lying which prevented me from ever dilating and giving natural birth to him.  Of course, there is still time for baby girl to move into the correct spot, but the doctor said this is an odd (usually less comfortable) place for the baby to choose so since it has happened twice now, it may be due to the shape of my uterus.  My surgeon in Florida had mentioned this right after Trevor's birth, but I was hoping she was just being overly pre-cautious.  As it is now, we will go in for another ultrasound around 36 weeks and make a final decision afterwards about the delivery.  We got another set of pictures, but they really aren't that clear. 

I think this one is the best, but it takes a little time to focus on everything.  Her face is in the bottom left.  Look at how her legs are really right over her face with her little nose is spelling her little knees.  It looks so comfy....  Oh and she is weighing in at a whopping 1.13lbs which is in the 50% for her age. 

Goodbye Precious Colin!

Sweet little Colin spent his last full day with us Friday.  We spent 8 weeks together and it was quite an experience!  Colin was such a even tempered baby, I can only hope that our little girl is as calm as him.  Trevor and I both learned how to share our time with each other and get a little taste of what it will be like come November!  I really do think Trevor is going to miss having Colin around.  I'm not kidding, but in just the last week, Trevor's new thing was hugging Colin.  While, I must admit that I was always a tad nervous a "bite" might occur during the hug, Trevor actually seemed like he was just being sweet and cuddly with his little pal. 

Trevor would get extra excited whenever I put Colin into a swing beside him.

Luckily for me and Trev, we'll have plenty of opportunities to spend more time with Colin on the weekends!  I'm sure Trevor and Colin will have an exciting childhood together!  But for now, we have 3 months left to spend as much time together before Trevor's life and mine are changed forever with the arrival of his baby sister!