The last week in June I was extremely lucky and was able to take work off to spend with Bo. Time is so precious with him, so I want to make sure I get as much with him as possible. It was a wonderful week that went far too quickly for my liking, but I am very appreciative of each day that we spent together.
MONDAY
Monday was a day filled with a whole lot of nothing, which I loved!! We literally just hung out all day long; played peek a boo, did a lot of sitting up, rolling over, bouncing in the johnny jump up, and of course snuggled! We also went for a short walk, but because of the heat we decided one loop around the neighborhood was good enough! Days like that are few nowadays, but one of my favs.
he's excited for a week with mommy!
Oops! There's a stroller in the house!
QT with my babe
TUESDAY
Tuesday Josh took most of the day off to go to the Iowa Cubs game so Bo and I met him around noon at the ball park ( we spent most of the morning getting prepared for the game; naps, lunchtime, packing the diaper bag). I know Josh was super excited to see both of us for the game as well. Bo even made his first appearance on the big screen. We were sitting next to the camera man that wanted to get a shot of Bo's naptime during the game:). I, of course, was extremely excited about Bo's new found fame, haha! We also dressed him a little baseball outfit. Josh picked it out and that was the only thing he wanted him to wear. We left the game a little early to sneak more family time in.
sleepy boy during the game
I must've been a crazy driver on the way home!
WEDNESDAY
Yay for playdates! Wednesday Bo and I had made plans for him to hang out with his BFF, Jack Liker, and his mommy, Sara. We were looking forward to this day all week! We also had another guest, Marci, a friend of mine that I work with. Marci had the day off too and wanted to get some baby time in! Our original plan was to take the boys to the pool, but with temperatures being over 100 degrees we decided it would be best to keep the boys indoors, so we had a party at the Rhamy house. Jack is a couple months older than Bo so he was crawling all over the place! It is exciting to see what I have to look forward to with Bo. Jack can also pull himself up and walk with a little help:). I am anxious for the time when both boys can walk. It will probably be quite the workout for Sara and I, but it will be so exciting!
Jack and Bo being goofy
Uh oh, don't show dad!
THURSDAY
Thursday was a day filled with a few errands that we needed to run because there was a birthday for someone special that was fast approaching. So after lunch time we got in the car and went a few different places. The last stop was at the mall and I was in the dressing room trying on some clothes and of course Bo is talking non stop (normal), but I look up and he is laughing and having the funnest time looking at himself in the mirror. It was probably one of the funniest things I had seen him to up until this point. I got a good chuckle out of it:).
talented son:)
always smiling
FRIDAY
I was sad when Friday came because I knew that Bo and I's week together would be coming to an end. If only all the stars would line up perfectly one day that I could spend all my weeks with him:). Since it had been so hot all week and we didn't get a chance to go to the pool like we had planned, Friday ended up being a great day to go. It was still pretty warm, but there was a good overcast that kept the temperature bearable. Since it was just the two of us and I didn't know how long either one would last outside, I decided that going to the pool at the police building would work out the best. It ended up being perfect because we were the only two there. We ended up staying and playing for about an hour before heading home. The timing couldn't have worked out better because a big storm came through about 30 minutes after we got back. Bo was tuckered out from swimming, so he napped on me while we listened to wind and rain. It was very calming and relaxing...a perfect ending to our perfect week.
I can't even tell you how excited Josh was for his first Father's Day. The word 'proud' is the best I can do to describe it. He has exceeded my expectations of what I always pictured the father of my children to be. He is very hands on with Bo, not only do we take turns doing the day to day things with him (baths, feeding time, putting him down for nap time, reading before bed) but he thoroughly enjoys every second of it. It is almost as if we "fight over" who is going to what with Bo for the day/evening. I know that Father's Day has a brand new meaning to him now that he is a father. It is a day that is beyond gifts and cards, but a day that he is thankful to Bo and all the joy that he has brought to his life.
We made a weekend out of Father's Day and spent the day as a family on Saturday afternoon. Josh was dressed in a navy blue shirt with khaki shorts, so naturally I wanted to dress Bo just like his Daddy and I have to say that it was pretty darn cute! We spent the evening at home as a family, which doesn't get any better than that!
how cute are they?
The actual day of we cooked Josh breakfast and let him sleep in a little. After giving him his cards Josh mowed the lawn and also let Bo experience his first time on the mower. I know he cannot wait until Bo can start doing 'chores' with him and fixing things around the house. That afternoon my mom came up to spend some time with us and her dad as well. We went over to my grandma's house for an early dinner and visited with family for a bit. We put Bo into a onsie that was fitting for the day that said "I love Dad". That night Josh fed Bo and the three of us had some more family time.
The month of June was a little crazy for our family of three...
The beginning of June started with Josh playing in an out of town golf tournament in Iowa City, so Bo and I had some time to ourselves. We missed him like crazy, but we appreciated the time we were able to spend together. My mom came up to visit while Josh was gone for a day, so we took Bo to do a little shopping and out for lunch. He had a great time with Gma (as he always does).
The guys at Riverside Golf Course
Mommy and Bo having fun while Daddy is away
Out for lunch
Bo and Gma being goofy
I also went to my first Zoo Brew in Des Moines with a couple girls from work. Zoo Brew is held at the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, they have a band and drinks. It is a pretty good time and different from what you would typically do for a weeknight out.
Ashley, Cyndi, and I
Ash and I
The middle of the month took me out of town for work. We headed back to Boulder, CO for our annual Summit. We left on a Sunday and didn't get back until late on Wednesday night. That was the longest I had gone without my little guy and it was so difficult to be gone that long. I know that Josh really enjoyed his time with Bo, so he was in very good hands:).
LHA girls in Boulder
daily pictures I got from Josh
"it's too early for pictures, dad"
home sweet home
I think every Friday in June Josh played in a golf tournament, which I am so glad he makes time to do the things that he really enjoys. It also gives him a chance to hang out with friends that may not see as often as he would like and a do a little catching up as well. I also went to the Big Country Bash this year, which is a day long country concert that
takes place at an outside venue in Des Moines. Josh scored some free
tickets from a golf tournament two days prior and offered to watch Bo
while a friend and I went to the concert. What a good husband!! And I
guess I benefited a bit from his tournaments too! It was scorcher that
day and I definitely got a little bit too much sun!
It amazes me each day, week, month that we spend with Bo how much he changes. It seems as though the past couple of weeks he has become this whole new baby! Bottle feedings are now a full contact sport, he eats so well with a spoon, he can sit up and "dance" on his own like he has been doing it forever, he grabs everything in site, and when he learns something new it 'sticks' with him! He has also learned to shake his head which is quite comical! I know it may seem ridiculous, but he doesn't seem like my little baby anymore! I feel like he is no longer a guessing game and we can communicate in our own way.
It is so funny to watch him before he eats. He gets super excited and pounds his hands on the tray. You can see his eyes light up and his mouth opens even before you get a chance to sit down:). He now eats proteins (Chicken and Turkey), loves almost every fruit (except bananas when they are by themselves), and still loves his veggies! He is a good little eater. He is eating 'solids' twice a day still, a fruit with 4 tbsp of cereal in late morning (1130is) followed by a bottle (eats 3-6 oz) and a veggie or protein at night with 4tbsp of cereal followed by a bottle (4-8 oz). He is getting so good with the spoon too, he is starting to grab it every time you use it:). Of course I have a video to show you of him eating...
He is a growing boy and I love watching his personality develop!
We had a very busy Memorial Day weekend! While Josh went golfing Bo and I went to Jaxon's bam bam ball game and then followed up by going to the swimming pool for the first time with Jenna and Jax! Bo loves bath time so I was very excited to take him to the pool. I was a little worried about him not liking the temperature of the water, but it was very mild and he loved every second of it! I think he is going to love the water like his mommy and daddy! Looks like another boat will be in our future!
Bo made a friend!
future heart breakers!
Jenna and I with our boys
he was tuckered out!
the humidity might've taken a toll on his hair:)
The next day (Sunday) we decided to take Bo to the Des Moines Zoo. Neither Josh or I had gone before so we thought we would check it out. We both grew up going to the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, so we didn't know what to expect for this one. I can say that we are definitely spoiled with the Omaha Zoo!! The Des Moines Zoo is good for about an hour of entertainment, whereas the Omaha Zoo you can maybe get through everything in a day!! But needless to say, we had fun as a family (other than it being pretty hot that morning) and Bo enjoyed looking at the monkeys, his favorite!
The following weekend Josh went to Riverside for a golf tourney so my mom came up on Saturday and we did some shopping for the house and then on Sunday we went to the police pool so Josh and my mom could see our little fishy in action! Bo, once again, loved the water! We got him a little floaty that he could sit in since the water is a little deeper at this pool. I know Josh really enjoyed playing with him in the water. I enjoyed watching them:).
