Branson Day 2

Sorry for the delay I was just having troubles uploading my photos!

On our second day in Branson we took a trip to the Fish Hatchery and then to a look out point. Mattie enjoyed both! We also drove by the College of the Ozarks which I didn't get any pictures of but I think they have an awesome deal for college kids. The students are able to work through places set up through the college and by working they are paying off their tuition.







Feeding the fish with Papa!





Well there were more pictures I wanted to post but since Blogger isn't working for me I give up! I have tried for a week to add more pictures.

Just imagine some pictures of Mattie and I at the lookout, one of the view, one of my parents and my uncle and then some from the park at the campground!

Branson Day 1

Mattie and I took a litte trip down to Branson with my parents. We missed Matt a lot while we were gone but still had a good time. It was pretty hot and the pool temp was cold so we didn't get to do as much of the activities as we would have liked at the place we stayed. We stayed at Treasure Lake and it was nice for being an RV park. They had a lot to do but unfortunately we didn't get to take advantage of it like we would have liked.

Our first night there we didn't do too much. We went down to the Branson Landing for dinner and walked around and then made a trip to Walmart! I guess there was some flooding in Branson back in April so the fountains were shut off at the Branson Landing which was kind of disappointing since they are usually fun to watch.

My uncle Jerry and Mattie



My mom and dad!



My mom and her brother!




My cousin Teresa and Mattie



The boys (Nathan, Trayse, Uncle Jerry and Dad)



Chasing Bubbles

Fun at Uncle Andy's and Aunt Ricci's

Mattie has been spending some time at her Uncle Andy and Aunt Ricci's house this summer. One thing is certain, she is definately spoiled there!

Mattie and Daisy watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse



She takes time to smell the flowers



She does arts and crafts with her cousin Hannah



Plays at the pool











And naps with Uncle Andy (She would never admit it to him but she kind of likes him!)

2011 Summer Bucket List

Okay I have started a summer bucket list of things I want to do this summer! I have 16 things but really wanted 20. Help me add to my list! Does anyone have any ideas for other things I could add?

1. Go to a Royals game-DONE!
2. Go camping
3. Visit a spray park
4. Go to the zoo
5. Go to the lake
6. Go on a picnic
7. Go to a county fair
8. Go swimming (A LOT!!!)
9. Visit a new park
10. Take a road trip
11. Go to a T-bones game
12. Watch a movie outside
13. Go to a concert
14. Play tennis
15. Visit the Farmer’s Market for fresh fruits and veggies
16. Make our own ice cream

Summer Fun at the Park

Matt played a scrimmage game with my brother's work softball team and we spent most of our time at the park while he was playing. Partly because Mattie wanted to play and partly because if I had to watch Matt throw the ball one more time I might have died! He didn't do too bad hitting the ball though and he had fun!



Practicing for when she is bigger!



She melts my heart!







And a picture of Matt hitting!

Mattie's first Royals game!

On Memorial Day we took Mattie to her first Royals game. She had fun and didn't want to leave. She did great and people around us were telling us how good she was and wanted to make sure we knew how lucky we are! She is a great girl and we are truly blessed!







Getting ready to leave and she is telling us she wants to go back!







Our attempt at taking a self family portrait!

Mattie look at the camera! (I promise her hair isn't always a mess, she took the ponytail out!)



Mattie look up!



Matt open your eyes!



Ok I give up and this will have to do!

Mattilyn's Two Year Check-up

We had Mattie's two year check-up on Monday. She weighed in at a whopping 22 pounds and measured 33.5 inches tall! The doctor was happy with her growth although she wishes she would put on some more weight. She said she will be on whole milk until she is 30 and to feed her all the ice cream she wants! We were sure to inform her that Mattie has no problem putting away the food and I am thankful she has her dad's metabolism! We informed the doctor of Mattie's latest stunt of climbing INTO her crib. She said if she can climb in then she can climb out so it is time to switch over to a toddler bed. I am not looking forward to that but I think we might give it a go this weekend if I don't chicken out! The issue about Mattie's tonsils came up again and how they need to come out. Mattie has very enlarged tonsils which cause her to snore. We have a choking issue at least once a day which we are pretty sure is caused by this and the doctor thinks that taking them out will solve a lot of her congestion issues. The issue we are running into is her weight. Anestesiologists like a child to be at least 25 pounds for surgeries like this since there is a higher risk when they are smaller. My friend Jennie asked if I was torn between fattening her up and getting the tonsils out or keeping her skinny to avoid the surgery. I have to say I am leaning towards keeping her skinny! I know they need to come out and they say the younger the better but I don't want my baby to have surgery even if it is minor. I meet up with friends for lunch at work right where parents say good bye when their kids are having surgery and I have to admit I get teary eyed at times watching the parents say good bye and I have told my friends I can't imagine doing that. I am lucky to have a few friends that have been through that before and can give their words of wisdom. Good thing is she still has to gain 3 pounds before this can happen so we still have probably a year! The doctor wants us to come back in 3 months for a weight check to see if we are any closer but I really don't see her gaining 3 pounds in 3 months. That is unless she was serious about the ice cream! Overall it was a great appointment and I can't believe my baby is 2!!!

Here is a family picture from her birthday. It's awful because we took it ourselves!

Hannah's Track Meet

Last Tuesday we ventured out to my niece's track meet. Mattie was so excited to see Hannah run and of course see her Aunt Kiki (Aunt Ricci) too! Mattie also got in some play time with her cousin Andrew. It was so windy out but we still had a good time! Hannah running! Mattie playing My mom and dad Hannah excited to see us! Hannah and Mattie Andy and Ricci (Hannah's parents, my brother and sister in law)

Birthday Party at the Gym!

Mattie takes gymnastics at this gym and this is where my niece's usually have their birthday party since my sister works there. Mattie loves to go for the birthday parties because she doesn't have to follow anyone's directions and she can do as she pleases.

Dressed and ready to play!



Her face she loves to make when the flash is bright.



The birthday girl (Mattie wasn't really up for a picture with Issy)



Mattie's cousin Bethy!



Bethy is always a big help!





Issy the birthday girl in the bubble gum pit!



Mattie in the treehouse



Mattie jumping into the bubble gum pit!







The trampoline




The slide