Trouble just always seems to find me...

Anyone who's met Will knows that he marches to the beat of his own drummer. He's in to doing just about whatever looks like it would be fun. That is what is so lovable and special about him, but that is also what keeps us chasing him non-stop! Some of his latest scandals include unrolling toilet paper rolls, lifting the dining room air vent and getting in, unrolling the entire roll of aluminum foil, climbing in the toilet, dumping the dog's water over and lapping it up off the ground like a puppy, tasting his own poop (yeah, I know, I almost left that one out, but I couldn't resist!), and most recently he is interested in climbing in Boo's food storage bin and throwing his food all over the kitchen. The proof follows!

August fun in the sun!

I have been such a slacker with Will's blog this summer! We've had so much fun playing with him. He changes on a daily basis. It is so hard to believe that he's already 15 months, but on the other hand, it is even harder to believe that he will only be 21 months when his baby brother or sister arrive this February. Here are some highlights from the summer! Hope you enjoy...

Jess and Kaitlyn Visit the Nati

On Monday, Jess and Kaitlyn arrived from Maryland to stay for a few days. We had a ball. Jess is my college roomate and one of my best friends in the world. It was so awesome to get our kids together for the first time. I haven't see Kaitlyn in 2 years. My has she changed! She is full of personality and gorgeous like her mom! Next time Mo and Christian will have to join us.

While they were here we went to the Cinci Zoo, Bunny and Jack's house, Woodland Mound's Spray Park, Ault Park and of course, shopping! I think Kaitlyn and Will like the spray park the best. They got along fabulously. Can't wait to see them together again soon! I hope they are lifelong friends like Jess and me....

Enjoy the slideshow!

Summer Time!

Will has done a lot of fun things this summer. He went to the splash park in June with Jake and Natalie. He LOVED it, well it did have water you know! We also went to see Will's great grandparents in Door County. He was the center of attention! Here are some pics of our summer adventures!

Children's Museum

Will hung out with a new buddy at the Children's Museum a few weeks ago. His name is Jack and he's a week older than Will. He had to teach him a few things like how to walk and how to drive a jeep! Jack's dad Casey is an old friend from high school. He gets to stay at home with Jack now! Lucky dog...

Birthday Boy

It is so hard to believe we have been blessed with Will for a year now. He is the greatest gift we have ever received. I just don't know what we did to deserve such an awesome little boy. So much has happened this year. I think we have blogged about the major milestones. While no amount pictures or words can sum up how incredible Will is to us, I do love having our little blog.

For Will's first birthday we had a party at mom and dad's house. The theme was "Party Like A Rockstar." Will was in true Rockstar form as you will see from his pictures. He busted his lip and got blood all over his shirt. This is in addition to the the gash he had on his face from Honey! He looks pretty beat up. He partied hardy! Thanks to everyone for coming!

Has it seriously been a year since I looked like this? This is a picture from the night I went into labor at Erin and Trevor's house. Will was born the next morning and Erin had Tucker a week later!

Will and Tucker are big boys now!

Zoo Time

Chad and Will took me to the zoo for my first Mother's Day. Will loved it. He's been to the zoo before, but this was our first trip as a family. I have such sweet boys. We can't wait to make many more trips to the zoo this summer. Chad is going to Kenya through a partnership between the Cincinnati Zoo and Miami University this summer. Maybe Will will follow in his daddy's footsteps and share a love for wildlife and travel.

Giddy Up

Bunny treated Will to his first pony ride while we were visiting Aunt Lizzie at the market. He loved it. I think he liked pulling the pony's mane the most. I didn't mind. It gave my hair a break!

Will's Second Home... Charleston

For spring break mom, Will and I headed to Charleston...AGAIN! As usual we had a blast. Liz had her first Saturday at the Farmer's Market with Urbane Living, her new line of baby clothes, burb cloths, bibs, and other baby essentials. She did great and never ceases to amaze me with her talent and ideas. We were all so proud of her. We also saw some old friends in Charleston. We went to the park one day with Chanda, Tristan, Trevor, Carrie and Lana. Will is getting soooo big. Where did my bebe go?

Water Anyone?

Nothing brings more joy to Will than splashing in the water! Whether it be the dog's bowl, the sink, water tables, or the tub he is always in heaven with water. So when I saw this little sink in Charleston, I had to get it for him! He LOVES it! Water cycles through the faucet when you turn on the sink! Too cute and hours of fun to be had!

Aunt Lizzie, come home!!

I think I remind Liz daily that she needs to move home. I miss her too much. Here are some pictures from her last visit to Cinci. We had a great time... Celebrated Katie's "last night out," my 30th birthday and Lizzie's visit... come home Liz!

Trip to Jamie's

Last weekend we stayed with Jamie and Trevor in Michigan to visit friends and meet Miss Aubrey. We had a fabulous time. Thanks Jame!