Pictures from Amy

I realized that I haven't posted any of the pictures Amy (www.amyfree.com) took back in May. Here are some. I will promise to post more later.

Our "Greer Bug"

Bubbles have been one of our favorite treats this spring and summer.

My favorite of the whole bunch!

Greer's Birthday

Greer is 2! Can you believe it?

Breakfast- She's already in her Clemson cheerleading uniform. Thanks Aunt Ash and Uncle P!

Opening a present from Marmie, Poppie, and Gram
She gets so excited about opening cards. They get a bigger reaction than the presents!

Greer pushing her new baby in her new stroller.
After her nap, she got to see her new baby "station"-compete with high chair, bed, and bath- from the Tidds and Gram. Chad deserves a BIG hug for putting it together!

Having way too much fun at Monkey Joe's.

She finally got the hang of going down the slide.

Dinner with the Cochrans was a fun way to end the evening. Here is the kids table with Ben, Anna, Meghan, and Greer.

Greer's birthday cupcake

Greer was a HUGE fan of the icing.

Courtney's Graduation

Last Friday, my cousin, Courtney, graduated from Walhalla High School. Greer and I decided (at the last minute) to ride up with my parents for the big event. It was so much fun! Thanks Courtney and Aunt Karen for hosting us! Congratulations and best wishes Courtney!

Greer wanted to drive us all to Clemson for the graduation!
Greer loves Courtney- especially now that she can stop by on her way to the College of Charleston!

Aunt Karen, Courtney, and Greer

We also got to see Aunt April and take a tour of Mark and April's beautiful new house!

Playing with Aunt Karen after lunch.

Guess I should also mention that the graduation was at Clemson. While I attended the graduation, my dad took Greer on a walk around campus. You can say that she will be expected to be a Clemson Tiger after she graduates from high school. :)

Krispy Kreme

Here are some pictures of Greer's first trip to a Krispy Kreme for hot-n-now doughnuts. I was having a craving, so we decided to indulge in some sugar and make a memory. :)

Chad and Greer watched the doughnuts come around the conveyor line.

Wearing their hats with pride!

EdVenture

Susan, Bella, Greer, and I went to Family Night at EdVenture this week. Can you argue with $1 admission? It was slightly chaotic for parents of almost 2-year-olds to navigate around the big kids. Both of our sweet girls left drenched after playing in the water exhibit outside. They were probably a little tired, too! This mommy sure was! Here are a few pictures thanks to the iPhone...

Playing on the John Deere tractor
Taking "eggs" from the chicken to the tray

As close as Greer will get to driving for a LONG time!

A physics lesson that doubled as tennis balls going down slides
Drumming at the Africa exhibit

They were able to watch themselves on a screen behind me

Jumping in a soft space designed for smaller kids

I hope Greer enjoyed the night because it may be a while before I can take her back. My nerves were blown! Daddy will need to be with us next time, BUT it was a fun way to make some memories while Chad is out of town. Thanks to Susan and Bella for joining us. Spending time with them was the highlight of the evening!

Father's Day Idea

I have been wanting to give out this hint for a while, but thought it would be best to let Mother's Day pass first. My Dad gave Greer the sweetest book that would be PERFECT for Father's Day. It is called "Because Your Daddy Loves You" by Andrew Clements. It is such a good reminder to your kids that all the "little" things their daddy does really conveys his deep love and care for them. It would be a great addition to your library!

Postal Problem

I was so shocked on Sunday when I read in the newspaper that stamps were going up again! With a toddler around the house, I would certainly say that staying on top of the news is pretty much at the bottom of my priority list. That may have to change because when I went to the Post Office today they were out of 2-cent stamps, and had a very limited quantity of 1-cent stamps. (I couldn't buy the 20 that I needed.) Of course, more are coming in tomorrow.

As was just reflecting on the growing problems associated with being a government agency, I envisioned a possible scenario if the government really took over the banking industry..."I am sorry mam, but we seem to be out of $1 bills. They are rarely used these days, after all. Please come back later this week to cash this check."

Since it is so easy for a pregnant woman and her toddler to go to the Post Office, I think I will ask my husband to do this. Or I will get some when I go to Mullins. The line will probably be shorter there.

P.S.- I really do love the USPS! Just can't believe what it takes to supplement my stamps!