sweden in june

We were informed that Sweden in June was a beautiful time to visit. Unfortunately, when we were there, the weather was unseasonably cold and wet for the time of year. Rex had a great time celebrating Sweden's National Day, visiting Pippi Longstocking with friends Suzanne and Patrik and their children, Elliot and Tom. We went to Stockholm's best parks (they are all the best and have throngs of children playing at them), museums and play spaces. He also spent time with his Swedish girlfriend, Elsa, a shared Italian meal being the most romantic evening followed by bubble blowing so the parents could get a bit more conversation in, thanks Mathias and Gabriella! We also had a lovely time with friends Linda and Anders.
Rex's Godmother, Jamina, came along for the fun and to give mom and dad some DATE NIGHTS IN STOCKHOLM! Who says romance is over once you have kids? Thanks, Mina!

may

Here are some shots from a trip to Burgess Falls where we hiked, threw rocks, played in a waterfall, ate strawberries and Rex passed out on the ride home.

april

In April we visited our family in Boston and watched some of the Boston Marathon.

water

Our boy needed a little watering to help him grow.

rex eats an apple

the smokies

february

February came and went as it always does: quickly. During his 17th month, Rex learned to blow into recorders, harmonicas and whistles to make music. He dissected a rose that came from Stephanie's Valentine's Day bouquet, thew his snack onto the floor and ate it off the floor like Huckleberry and Daisy do, and he learned to carry Mom's purse (much to Greg's dismay).

a visit to virginia

Greg went to Sweeden for a week so Stephanie and Rex went to Virginia to visit family. Rex loved being with his Nana and Pop Pop and Uncle Mike, and loved seeing his aunt, uncle and cousins. Rex enjoyed the Childrens' Museum, especially the trains and his first taste of a chocolate milk shake. We visited Stephanie's friend growing up, Amber, and her daughter, Piper, and new guy Parker (he was napping at picture time). It was a great week. Stephanie even got to sleep in and take a nap!

fun in the morning

There's still two months until spring training, but Rex wastes no time in getting dressed for the occasion.

teeny, tiny cup

Rex drinks from his little toddler cup; just his size.