A "Step" in the Right Direction

Our stairs are finished! We are one step closer to moving into the basement, and we cannot wait! Jim had a big project on his hands but as always, he did a fabulous job! And I was able to brush up on my staining and sealing abilities :)

Before

A blank slate

All done! We finally have a stair on this side (into the living room). It was a big step down because we took out the wall here.

Garrett's First Haircut

Last Friday, our big boy Garrett got his first haircut! It was long over his ears and curly in the back so it was time for a little trim. We went to dinner first, then headed to Sports Clips in Blacksburg. They were great with him and he was a champ! He just sat and took it all in until right in the middle of the haircut, he pointed and yelled "ball!" when he spotted one of the basketballs they have for decor. So cute! Our little guy is growing up (tear) :(

Before

LOVE the eye roll, classic Garrett!

After

All done!

Playdate with Quinn

Last Sunday, cutie Quinn and her wonderful momma Brooke came by for a visit. The boys were really interested in her! A sign of trouble down the road? ;)

W: "Here, Quinn, take this cup."

G: "No, Quinn, you'd much rather have this guitar."

Q: "All I need is some PERSONAL SPACE!"

Ha ha, twins really have no concept of personal space. I think Quinn was a little overwhelmed ;) She did love the swing, though!

A fun visit! So looking forward to these kiddos growing up together!

Arts & Crafts Festival

Last Saturday, the boys and I met my mom and Auntie Jen at Hungry Mother State Park in Marion for the annual Arts & Crafts Festival. I always love going out there to see what new and exciting stuff they have, but also for the mini high school reunion ;) The highlights of the day for Garrett & Walker were the balloon swords that Nana bought them and the playground, where they both went down the slide by themselves for the first time. Very cute, but also a little bittersweet. Another reminder that our little guys are growing up too fast!

As a side note, yes, it was the middle of July and yes, the boys were wearing pants and jackets. It didn't get out of the 60s that day and it was cool and dreary :( But, the rain stopped so at least we didn't get wet or too hot!

A little blurry but I love the pure joy on his face

My FAV...couldn't love these little boys any more!

Romp n' Roll

Last Friday, I took the boys to Romp n' Roll for their first visit. It was awesome! Such a bright, colorful place with lots of padded stuff for them to climb and play on. They were worn out that night! We met their new buddy Kai and his mom Hillary there, and the boys had fun playing together.

Garrett, the climber, is showing his skills climbing the slide

Kai pointing at Walker

They all loved basketball, especially Garrett. That's my boy! :)

Playing peek-a-boo with each other in the puppet show area.

They did this for nearly 15 minutes!

Kai

Walker loved the trampoline, even though it had very little bounce and the vinyl covering was coming apart.

It was a very fun day and we will be going back soon, with probably a lot of visits this winter!