Marbles

Today we went to Marbles museum in Raleigh with our friends Holly, Jim, and Griffin. Crete is really into the Life and Science Museum lately, because he likes the animals, so we weren't sure if he would go for Marbles, but he did! Griffin was great at showing us all the best things to do there. We had a lot of fun and will definitely go back!

This kid has a thing for stepping on grates. It's kind of freaky to me.

Fireman Griffin. Pretty cute firefighter, huh?

Mailman Crete. I took a lot of pictures in his Postman attire because it made me think of Gramps. Those uniforms haven't changed all that much!

Behold, the King of Marbles.

Trains are always a hit.

This might have been Crete's favorite activity. Shocker, right? This kid doesn't like sports or anything.

And of course anything with balls is a hit, as well.

Handyman Crete

What a wonderful way to spend the morning. Thanks again, Holly, Jim, and Griffin.

Playing with the Girls

New Baseball Attire

Tonight, when we came in, Crete saw his new pool vest and decided that he wanted to put it on to play ball in. Maybe he thought it was his catcher's uniform?

Quite a get-up, huh?

Congratulations Gev!

I'm so happy that you found your Prince. We had a wonderful time celebrating with you guys!

Beware of the Dinosaurs!

The Durham Museum of Life and Science opened it's new Dinosaur exhibit to members this week, so we felt the need to go on the opening day. It was pretty crowded, but not as bad as we thought it might be. Anyway, it was worth it, because Crete really enjoyed it. I'm sure we will be back many times. Enjoy the brief trip back in time!

Wishing I had the video camera out here, because Crete was so cute roaring like a dinosaur.

Let Freedom Ring!

Once again, we celebrated our July 4th holiday in Little Washington, NC with the Parker Family. We were a little apprehensive about keeping Crete reined in around the water, but he did great! As long as he has a bat and a ball to play with, he's pretty much entertained for the day. We also brought along his new golf set so he could share his toys with friends while he was there. We had so much fun, as always, and were glad we made the trip. As always, I took a lot of pictures, so this will be a bit of a long post. It's so hard to choose the best ones!

Playing baseball with Blake.

Working on his golf swing.

Working on the other kind of swing. (First time on a real one without the baby harness. His Daddy made sure he didn't fall.)

Playing with Kimberly

Just being cute on a hot day.

Much excitement when Graham caught a big flounder. Wish we could have been there to taste it! Uncle Alton helping to get it in.

Roy--proud daddy of the fisherman.

Crete staying right in the mix of it all.

Little Brody right after Kelley taught him to blow bubbles. Pretty excited!

Always with a bat.

Caleb

Lee and Antoine

Crete and Kelley Parker

Yes, I was there.

Crete with Kelly Godwin just before the fireworks.

Enjoying the flags and glowing bracelets from Kimberly.

Fireworks with Mama.

Fireworks with Berly.

Ending the fireworks, relaxing on Granddaddy Parker's lap. A perfect end to a wonderful day.
Thank you again, Parker Family!!!