Aunt Ash's Shower

On our last trip to Mullins, we got to enjoy a baby shower in honor of my sister, Ashleigh, and her little boy. She is due 2 days after me, so we are looking forward to our boys having a special relationship. Greer still remains the family princess on both the Fowler and Tidd sides, and she has no intentions of giving up the reins yet.

Helping Aunt Ash open her presents

Snack time with Ashleigh's niece, Katherine

The two bellies and some precious girls to take the attention off of us

While we were in Mullins, my parents took Greer and I to the beach. Since Grammy and Granddaddy would kill me if I posted pictures of them, here are some of Greer.

Greer had a blast collecting shells and throwing them back into the ocean.

Summertime

Well, pregnancy does not help the frequency of my posts. (and I can't imagine how having the second out and about will help much either) I am in love with a summer with my sweet Greer bug and her sweet Daddy. Without doubt I am surrounded by the three loves of my life. Here are some summer pictures that I will treasure in my memories forever.

p.s. I will let you imagine all the ways the third love of my life is affecting my days and nights. Let's just say- I can't wait to meet baby boy Tidd.

Our beautiful backyard- thanks to my talented husband.

Greer enjoys running through the sprinkler. She refers to it as "go-go."

Including Daddy in the fun. I am thankful that he is a good sport because Momma is not able to do much running at this point.

The result of finishing our evening with a little ice cream.

This Week

Greer and I have been alone a lot this week (and of June). A couple of weeks ago, I decided to sign us up for Mommy and Me swimming lessons. Of course, it has been a nice treat just to get out of the house and in the water, but Greer has really had fun as well.

The lessons are mostly about becoming familiar with being in the water. She has been very vocal with a resounding "no" when it is time to go underwater. She loves all the songs we sing, and becomes a ham when we sing "If you're happy and you know it."

It is hard to take pictures since I am in the water the whole time. I admit to not being very motivated to take them as well. I love being in the pool, but feel like a beached whale these days! :)

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!