Another Whirlwind Visit to the 'Brook

We never seem to have enough time whether we're in Murphysboro or Bolingbrook but it is especially crazy in Bolingbrook. I think it's because you have an added 45 minute driving time to almost anyone you are going to see. In the 'boro you can get anywhere in about 5 minutes! Because it is always so crazy I never seem to get as many pictures as I would like. That's usually because I am so exhausted! Here's a few that I did get.

Owen and his cousin, Luca, waiting for the ice cream man who never showed. They seemed to have a good time anyway. They ran all over Grandma's house screaming and having a glorious time. I guess that's what I have to look forward to in the coming years with 2 boys in my house!

Grandma, Luca, and Cameron

We went to the Morton Arboretum--one of our must-hits on a visit to the Chicago area. This time they had a giant bug display. An artist made all of these bugs out of wood and they were so cool. Above is the ant--there 2 others like this one in a line on a big hill. Owen LOVED them!

Owen and Daddy in front of the grasshopper.

Lady Bug

They had informational signs about each bug and Owen had to read ALL of them. We'd walk off and he'd say, "I want to read the sign!!!"

The spider and his web.

The children's garden has a watering area so Daddy and Owen grabbed a can and went for it.

Grandma and 2 of her boys. We were never able to catch her with all 3 of them!

On Sunday before we headed back home we had to get in a quick visit with Great-Grandma Muhs, which is always enjoyable.

We ended the weekend with a long trip home. It is only supposed to take 4 hours but we had to take a detour when we crossed the Iowa border because of the flooding. A stretch of I-80 was closed but there was no way to get off and get back on easily because so many roads were flooded. So we had to head an hour north, then drive about an hour farther west that we wanted to. So it ended up taking 8 hours and we didn't get home until 12:30am! Our boys were troopers though and we survived. As always, our visit was too short and we can't wait to go back again soon!

Fun Times at the Dentist

Owen made his first trip to the dentist this morning and all went well. He actually had a pretty great time and was excited to be there. I was in an adjacent room getting my own work done so I missed a good portion of his apptoinment, but Daddy got some good pics and I got to be there at the tail end (numb mouth and all) to see him.

The hygenist was great with him. She has a son a few months older than him and one a few months younger than Cameron so she was really good with him.

He got to wear sunglasses because the light was a little bright.

He actually let her clean a few of his teeth, so here he is displaying her work proudly. They told us that they pretty much just go with the flow of the kids and try to do as much work as they kids will let them do. Owen was very accomodating, letting her clean his teeth and also doing a flouride shower.

The aforementioned flouride shower.

Dr. Eric came in and Owen said, "Hi, Eric!" He lay all the way back and let him count his teeth, 20 in all. Owen counted as well, but only came up with 7 teeth!

They took his picture and put it on the "No Cavity Club" wall. He got to put a sticker on his picture, which he was very excited about.

And here he is at home proudly showing off his dental loot. He got a plethora of stickers, a new toothbrush and toothpaste, a Matchbox car, and a glove that the dentist made into a ballon for him.

My Cute Boys

I always have to take a picture of my boys when they're wearing new, cute outfits.

Dancing Fool

Owen was watching "Yo Gabba Gabba" the other day and there were a couple of tap dancers on it. Afterward, he was in my closet getting out my heels and putting them on. The next thing I knew he was in the kitchen doing this....

I Lost the Battle

As much as it pains me to say it, my son is a full-fledged Cubs fan. But come on, have you ever seen a cuter Cubs fan?

The Cubs' Triple A team plays in Des Moines so Cody took Owen to a game a few weeks ago. They had a ball! Owen cheered and sang the Cubs song. I am told he was the hit of his section and all the guys in front of him thought it was awesome that he started sing the song along with them.

Owen and Daddy before the game

I had to include this one because I think Owen's face looks just like Cody when he was younger. Gramma & Grampa Muhs will have to back me up on that one!

Cody said he got so excited for some reason when he saw this giant pizza.
This was after the game at about 10:30pm. Look how happy and awake he is! That boy definitely has some Glodo genes in him!

Cody is just beaming with pride over the fact that his son loves the Cubs as much as he does. I have to admit, I do enjoy watching my 2 boys bond...even if it is over the Cubs.

Just Hangin'

Owen and Daddy love to go outside nearly every evening and just hang out. They pick up sticks, feed the birds, ride Owen's bicycle, and talk to the neighbors. Owen is definitely an outdoorsy kid, just like his Daddy and the rest of those Muhses! Cam and I decided to join them one night a couple of weeks ago.

Following the I-want-to-be-like-Daddy trend, Owen thought he was big stuff sitting in a chair just like Daddy. We drew the line at having a beer next to him.

Cameron seemed to enjoy being in the carrier, as long as I didn't sit down for too long!

I don't even remember what got him so excited here but it never has to be much!

This boy is definitely going to enjoy the summer weather!

The Next "American Idol"

I didn't realize how dark this was until I got it all loaded but I think it's still worth it. ;)

Bumbo Magic

Our PT recommended we get a Bumbo seat to help Cameron strengthen his muscles and get more head control. Though he can only sit in it for short periods of time, he just loves it! Cody and I can't believe how old he looks in it. For the longest time, he has just seemed like our squishy, roly-poly, little newborn. It is so great to see him holding his head up on his own more, rolling over, and doing so many other things that for most, seem so natural and easy but for little Cam they have been no easy fete! Anyway, here are so pictures of him in his new seat. And, of course, Owen can never let a picture happen without being part of it!

The Name Game

This was actually taken last month, I think. A while ago he started calling Cody and I by what he heard us call each other. This was also after he learned that Daddy's middle name is Christopher. The only other place he'd heard Christopher was Christopher Robin so he kept saying that. My favorite, of course, is what he thinks my name is. We have since corrected him, but for a while he really thought it was my name. It's so funny to see it because even just a month later, he has changed so much!

The Best One To-Date

I need to preface this story with a little insider info. For those of you who aren't Thomas fans, you should know that the trains have boilers and sometimes they have trouble with said boilers. Now, on to the story.

Owen: I want to see pictures of baby Cameron in the hospital.

Mommy: Not tonight, Owen. We'll look at them tomorrow.

Owen: Mommy, you were in the hospital.

Mommy: Yes, I was. Do you know why I was in the hospital?

Owen: Because you had a boiler ache.

Fun with Daddy

Just a couple of pictures I took of Daddy and his boys last weekend. Owen is Daddy's best bud these days and just adores him. Anytime he wears his Illinois or Cubs t-shirt he says, "I'm just like Daddy!" One day he had on a polo shirt and he said, "It has buttons on it just like Daddy's shirt!" I guess it won't be long before Cameron is joining in on the adoration of Daddy as well. Looks like I better have a little girl soon! :)

Look how thin my husband's face looks! He's lost somewhere around 30 lbs since January! Go, Cody!
Owen's newest thing is doing silly faces. And who does a better silly face that Daddy?!

Tulip Time

I realized I never posted the pictures from Tulip Time so here they are! Owen went with Grandma Lynn and Daddy while Cam and I stayed home as it was a little too chilly for Baby Cam. They had a great time and Owen loved watching his first parade.

Owen always sees the Pella logo and says, "That says Pella! That's where Daddy works!"

I never did hear the story as to why there was a fake dog, but he liked it!

The local college did a Thomas float so, of course, that was Owen's favorite thing there. I can't believe what an amazing job they did! And this is how nearly every float is. They are just beautiful. And they are all rigged with lights because there are night parades, too. There is a day parade and a night parade every day of the festival.


I'm not sure what was going on with the video that was up earlier today. I'm trying to get it working and hopefully it will be up again soon!