Play date and lunch at Big City Bread

Isaac and I met up with friends at Big City Bread on Friday morning for play and lunch. I'd talk to other moms who go and take their toddlers with them. We are tired of going to Chick Fil A for lunch and play and needed new scenery. Donavan and I had lunch at BCB when we first moved to Athens. This was my first visit with Isaac in tow. Isaac was off the wall. He

didn't listen to directions and would NOT sit down for lunch. He was obsessed with playing in the water dish (intended for dogs) and there was an abundance of rocks on the patio which is always a draw for him these days. The staff was very accomodating and didn't say a word that we dirtied the water dish and our children (mostly Isaac) were running amuck around the patio. My salad was delicious and Isaac's grilled cheese was good too.

Baby Recycle Playdate

Isaac and I went to a recycle baby shower for Melissa, AJ, Sebastian and Baby #3 who's due in June. They moved to Fargo last summer and we miss them in our playgroup. It's good to have other little boys for Isaac to play with. Isaac loved playing with his friends and of course enjoyed all the goodies. Our friend Erinn always has the best parties at her house.

After the shower we stopped by Donavan's office and Isaac had more treats from his best buddy at SJS Miss Tina--who spoils him rotten:). I didn't know you could buy donut holes with jelly inside. Are you kidding me???? They are Isaac's new favorite treat. I gave up sweets for Lent, but couldn't convince Isaac to do the same.

After our trip to the doctor this morning we learned Isaac's ears are free of infection. We are so excited. I hope they can stay clear until spring. He has this nagging cough which is caused by post nasal drip.

Now, we're going to do some painting on the easel. Isaac found the crayola paints Gigi gave him for Christmas and he's going to work on a master piece.

Mall of Georgia

Isaac and I went to the Mall of Georgia today with Ella, Nora (Melissa) and Alexis, Isabelle (Mary). We all carpooled in Mary's bus (Suburban) and Isaac was thrilled to be traveling in the same car with his buddies.

The kids had a great time riding on the carousel and train, playing in kiddieland. The highlight of our trip to Mall of Georgia for Isaac was the train ride. Isaac kept screaming that he was riding on Thomas. I reminded him that the green engine is Percy, but he could care less. He can't wait to go back and have Donavan ride the train with him. He was not interested in riding one of the animals on the carousel so just sat on a bench.

As we passed "Picture People" we were lured in by a salesperson. She promised a free 10 X 13 for us to help train a new photographer. This was our first experience in one of these type of studios. Isaac did so well and smiled intently for the camera. Our free photo is a beautiful close-up of Isaac. I was pleased that we weren't pressured to buy and I was impressed that I didn't buy:)

By the time we left to head back to Athens, all of the kids had reached the end of their ropes, but had behaved so well during our outing. We had a wonderful trip out of Athens with some of our friends.

Halloween Cookie Playdate

We held a small play date at our place this week. This kids decorated Halloween cookie and Isaac worked on sharing his toys with his friends.

Halloween 2008

Isaac had a great time trick or treating! We went with some friends (Mary, Dane, Alexis and Isabelle) and Isaac thoroughly loved going up to the doors and knocking on them. It was helpful to have Alexis (4 yrs) with us because she could show him the ropes. We were out for 1.5 hours and he didn't want to go home. I was so suprised b/c I thought he would be petrified of the costumes (which he generally is). I also thought he would be obsessed with the "dee" (candy), but he really hasn't asked for it since Friday night. One of the pics is a video of Isaac playing using his train whistle.

Touch a Truck, Tennis Tournament, Barnes and Noble

Isaac and Alexis take a break from playing in the train section at Barnes and Noble.

Tennis tournament fundraiser for St. Joe's School. Isaac with his friend Drew. One day Isaac will no doubt be wanting to play in the tournament.

Touch a Truck Day photos.

I took Isaac to play with some of his friends at Barnes and Noble. Isaac really enjoys the train section and looking at the books. I realized that his time limit is about 45 minutes and then he starts getting ansy and we need to move on or else he'll start taking all of the books off shelves.

Donavan took Isaac to Touch a Truck sponsored by Athens Clarke County leisure services. He loved the fire truck, but also enjoyed the back hoe, tractor, ambulance, lawn mower and garbage truck. He was really frightened by the noises some of the louder trucks made, but enjoyed pretending to drive and figure out how all of the gadgets worked.

Donavan's school had a tennis tournament fundraiser this weekend so some of the pictures are of Isaac playing with his friend Drew. It was really interesting to watch Isaac relate to older kids at the tournament. When approached by little girls Isaac shyed away and stood behind my leg, but once Drew (a boy) showed up he was not shy at all. Isaac enjoyed watching the "t ball" (tennis ball) matches.

September 19 St. Joseph's School Fall Festival

Isaac and I went to St. Joeseph's School first fall festival. We met our friends Diana and Isaac Werling there. I didn't get any photos of the boys playing the games, but fishing and soccer shootout were Isaac's favorites. He caught a lot of "dee" (candy) and the sunglasses you'll find in the photo. After games we had a hot dog lunch and came home for naptime. After nap Isaac went over to play and have dinner with Mary, Alexis and Isabelle. I returned to the school for the silent auction and spaghetti dinner. Isaac loves playing in Alexis' castle and is fascinated with Isabelle "bebe bella."