I'm happy to report that my road-trip to Texas with Sam was wonderful! Sam was an absolute pro and made nary a peep on the drive down OR the drive back up. Lord be praised! I had a fabulous time as I got to throw my sister a baby shower along with my Mom, my sis's mother in law and sisters in law. It was beautiful and fun, and we had a great turn-out too, so it was greatness all around. I also got to stay a couple of days afterwards to visit with my sis and help her finish some things up on her nursery. Ya'll, this is one fab nursery. You can head on over to her blog to check out some pics. I won't mention that I'm just a little peeved that my sister is unbelievably gorgeous as a pregnant woman while I turned into what can best be described as a hippo monster. I also won't mention that her ankles are still skinnier than mine and she's 7 months pregnant. I'll let you figure that out from the pictures.
My Mom and sis
A couple of days after Sam and I got home, there was a Pruitt family reunion here. It was great getting to see a lot of Mike's fam that we don't normally get to see. They're really great people. Mike's sweet Aunt Janie had put together tons of memory books and picture albums for everyone to enjoy, and it was really fun to see all of the old pictures of the fam and hear some funny stories. Good times.
Sam with cousin Quinn and Aunt Marsha. He really liked them - especially because they let him play with their blackberry! 
Having a blast with Dad in the pool 
The whole Pruitt gang. What's a family picture without matching shirts? 
And in totally unrelated news, I have to give a few updates on Sam. Because no blog post of mine is complete without him. MY LAD HAS SAID HIS FIRST WORD, and you know what it is? Well, to give you a hint: I lovingly care for him 24/7, carried him for 9 1/2 months, gave birth to him, sing him his favorite songs, read to him, play with him, feed him,... you get the picture. So naturally, his first word was Dada. Oh, the sweet sting of bitterness. He's coming around to Mama though... or maybe I'm just delusional. Anyway, he's also started waving (SO cute!) and clapping, and drinking through a straw. He's just growing up so fast. He'll turn one this month, and I am completely and utterly amazed by that fact. Time sure flies when they're babies, doesn't it?
Glad to hear that Sam made the trip well! I can't believer that little Sam is turning one!! Does he know what he wants? I need a hint or two! Love you!
ReplyDeleteSam is growing up... I just know he'll be walking in no time! Oh, and ditto on the hint for Sam's birthday gift. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great family picture!! Was everyone in OkCity? That pic looks like it was taken at a hotel, no?
ReplyDeleteWherever did you guys get the idea to take a picture in matching shirts? :)
Oh, and don't worry about him saying 'Dada' first. I can guarantee you that 'Momma' will be his most used word for the next 18 years. They quickly learn that 'Dada' isn't listening. Can I get a hand clap from the Mommas out there?
Oh, but of course not you, Mike. You'll totally be listening. heehee
Grandmomma
Love all the pics- Christina is beautiful, but you were beautiful too. you don't give yourself enough credit- you were carrying a 10 pound baby!
ReplyDeleteGlad the family trips have turned out so well. we love you!!
Mrs. J is so right, Steph....yes, Christina looks amazing, and has had the healthiest pregnancy I've ever heard of. You were also a radiantly beautiful expectant mom.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mom,... although I know now more than ever that a Mother's love is certainly blind :) Love you!
ReplyDeleteYea Sam! What a big boy! I LOVE your sister's nursery! It's beautiful! Did she do it herself?
ReplyDeleteKeira
Your Rhodes girls sure know how to carry babies...you both are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIf it makes you feel better Owen's first word was DaDa also. Stab you in the heart:)
but your mom is right, they will be calling mama a lot longer :)
We need to get together soon. Owen would love to play with Sam!