Little Man Is Growing Up

Vance is really starting to be mobile. When we're at the shop, he loves to run around in his walker. Anytime he can get on the floor, this is what he does. :)

Back in June we went to a Cardinals game at the Royals stadium. I don't think I ever blogged about it. Vance had a wonderful time! It was a bit tight sitting next to the people around us. But Vance liked all the attention. We had 2 different Cardinals outfits for him to wear, and matching sunglasses. About half way through the game, he spit up all over himself and we had to change him. Everyone around us thought he was so cute. After putting his 2nd outfit on, he really attracted some attention. Once the sun went down it was a bit easier on us all. Vance even took a nap. He never did get real fussy. I was real proud of my little man.

4th of July

Vance hit another "first". We had a nice 4 day weekend. Friday night (the forth) we spent with Chris's family at his mom's house. We had a wonderful time! Everyone played "pass the baby". But Vance was having soo much fun. He spent most the evening outside. We brought his jumper so he'd have somewhere to sit while we ate. I think everyone liked watching him jump around. He goes pretty crazy in it.

We tried laying him down, but he only napped for about 20 min and then was up for the rest of the time. Vance loved watching the big fireworks going off. The loud ones didn't even seem to bother him. We had to call it a night when 11pm rolled around and Vance was still awake. Once we got home, he finally went to sleep in his own bed.

Monday was Vance's 6 month check up. He's 15 lbs 7 oz and 26 1/2 in. long. He got another round of shots. This was his last set, thank goodness. After his Dr. appt, my mom and I took him to the aquatic park. He had an awesome time! We were in the water for about an hour. I think it helped his legs feel better. Yesterday he did run a mild fever, 100.3. We called the Dr. and talked to a nurse. He was on Tylenol the rest of the day and rested most of it. By last night, he was back to normal.

Happy Father's Day

We had a wonderful weekend. Friday, Mike and Gina Davis came in town for a visit and play date for the boys. Vance kept rolling over onto Tanner. But Tanner didn't seem to mind, he just grabbed Vance's clothes to suck on them. It amazing how close in size they are yet Tanner is 2 months younger than Vance. We had a nice time visiting. Vance was very sleepy and went to bed early. Tanner stayed up for a bit longer.

Saturday Chris and I got up early and did dog duty. We took all the dogs down to the shop for baths. That afternoon, we relaxed and enjoyed the nice weather. Sunday, we celebrated Father's Day. I took Chris to Waffle House. Vance was his cheery self till the food came. He hates watching us eat! Anytime we go out to eat he always gets upset when the people around him are eating and he is not. Once he's big enough to sit well in a high chair, he might be able to join in and eat some rice cereal.

I surprised Chris with tickets to go see the new Hulk movie on Sunday. Vance stayed at my sisters house and we enjoyed a nice afternoon in the theater. After the movie, we met back up with Penny and Justin and drove to KC to meet my dad for dinner. Again, Vance did great till the food came. I had to take a break from my own plate to let Vance nurse. He was a bit happier, but still upset that he couldn't eat our food. I forgot my camera in the car, so unfortunately I don't have pictures to share of Vance and his grandpa.

Last night Chris and I had Chuck and Cara over for a Father's Day cookout. We had hamburgers, brats, and corn on the cob. I learned my lesson about the food and Vance, we gave him cereal just before our food was ready. It worked out great. Turns out a full belly makes him very tired at 8pm (go figure). Shortly after, he was snoozing away in his crib.

A couple weeks ago Chris and Vance had some "Father's Day" pictures taken. Just thought I'd share them with you all. :)

Vacation #2

We took Vance Camping! The last weekend of May, Vance had his first camping experience. My mom and I left town Friday morning and made our way to Watkins Mill State Park. We got there just in time! There were only 2 camping sites left. We ended up with site number 83. Mom and I got to work unloading the truck. By noon we had our camp site just about ready... then came the rain, and more rain. It poured for about 30 min. Luckily we had most everything under the canopy or in a tent.

After the rain stopped, we finished setting up the campsite and had lunch. Chris met us at the campground after he got off work. He was only able to join us for the 1st night. Saturday morning we tried a hike. 10 minutes into the hike, Vance was done and ready to go back "home". So we turned around and headed back. The afternoon consisted of lawn chairs, sitting in front of the fans. It was an 87 degree day. Vance slept in his swing. Yes, we brought the swing. And his jumper.

Vance really did enjoy camping. He slept pretty good both nights and loved to watch the fire.

Vacation 1

2 weekends ago we were out of town for a wedding. It brought a lot of first's for Vance. He was in the car for about 2 1/2 hours to get there. He did great on the way there. But on the way back, he was pretty cranky. The hotel we stayed in had an indoor pool. We knew Vance liked water. I bought some little swimmers and took him swimming. He loved it! He was kicking around and laughing. Chris and I took turns holding him in the pool. It was such a good time!

The hotel also had a baby swing outside. The morning after the wedding, I took Vance outside and let him swing for a while. He was having such a good time, we went back in to go get Chris, and the camera.

Short one

Things have kinda slowed down for us. We're finally able to relax a bit, at least during the week. Our weekends are still pretty full. Last weekend we had the Walk-N-Learn. Vance did very well. It was a very hot morning. After having some cold milk (long story) he was able to relax enough to go for the walk in his stroller. This coming weekend we are going out of town for a wedding. I'm a bit nervous about Vance sleeping away from home. I'm sure he will do fine. I just hope he is able to sleep.

There's not much else to update on. I'll just leave you all with some pictures.

Mother's Day Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend. Grandmom and Grandad Johnson were in town for Penny's graduation. They got in town Tuesday last week. We had a wonderful time with them. Friday. We had dinner together as a family every night. Penny and Justin were able to join. Vance got to see a lot of his Great Grandparents. They stayed down at the shop and were around everyday. I managed to get a picture of Grandmom with Vance but somehow we missed out on getting one with Grandad.

Saturday came and Vance and I had Mother's day pictures taken at Sears. Vance did so good. He loves to smile for the camera. After we left Sears, we met everyone at Pizza hut for lunch until we had to head over to the campus for Penny's Graduation. Vance was very tired and didn't want to sit through the ceremony. Chris and I took turns walking around with him. The family hosted a party for Penny at the FOP lodge here in town. Vance made his rounds and met a lot of new friends. We only stayed till 7. Vance was getting very tired.

Chris had a bachelor party to attend that night. It was Vance and I's first night without daddy around. It didn't go so good. Vance was up about every hour crying. I think he had a stomach ache. Poor little guy. I was so very tired Sunday morning, I was not able to make it to church. I missed out on my first Mother's Day church service. But I was able to stay home and be with my son. :)

At 1 we all met back at the FOP lodge and had a lunch together with family. Our family came and so did both Justin and Chris's families. It was a good time. Sunday afternoon Chris and I took an afternoon together and enjoyed the nice weather.

Vance had his 4 month check-up yesterday. It went very smooth. He was a very happy baby for the Doctor and nurses. He got a set of 3 shots. He cried only for a moment and then slept for most of the day. He now weighs 14.5 lbs. He hasn't gained much weight, but he getting very long. He's 25 1/2 inches long!

We've started Vance on some cereal. We jumped the gun a bit. We started him a few weeks ago or so. But he eats very well. Mom says he's a very "neat" eater. He eats everything off the spoon and doesn't make much of a mess. I haven't taken any pictures of him eating. I'll try to get some soon. It's very cute.