Ch..Ch..Ch..Changes...

So, the title of this post says it all. I was playing on the computer today and made up a progression card of my little man. Seeing it all laid out like this almost brings tears to my eyes, in a good way though. He's getting so big and he's changed so much! He looks less like a baby now and more and more like a little boy.

A handsome little boy who loves to flirt already! LOL

So, while it's not a new photo, I thought I'd share my little graphic here.

And don't worry, I'll take some pictures of something else soon!

8 Months old...

I know. I know. Every month I say it. I can't believe how big he's getting. And every month, it's true. It seems like just yesterday we were heading to the hospital so that we could finally have our baby and now, here we are, he's been out -almost- as long as he was in.

Amazing. And I can honestly say that this has been the best (and craziest, most frustrating, remarkable, insane) 8 months of our life. I know there was life before the baby. I know we had fun. But I still can't imagine out lives now without him in it. Ever.

Daddy was home for his "photoshoot" today so a lot of the pictures have him looking up at Daddy - as we see in this shot...


Hey, he's smiling, I certainly can't complain! And the new shirt still makes me laugh. Because he is used to the attention.

Man... look how small that dog is getting. Maybe tomorrow I'll do a progression post just to show the change. Makes me all warm and fuzzy.

Anyway, moving on. I did get a few shots where he opted to look at the camera. Cooperative little man. And happy as the day is long. I swear, he doesn't get grumpy unless something is actually wrong in his little world. But when he wants something? Whoooooo... step on back. LOL Gets that from his father!


And finally, this month's technical difficulty. The escape attempt!!!


Now, seriously, am I the only one who looks at this picture and hears a cop in the background saying "Okay, assume the position." LMAO

Leaving Las Vegas...

So, I know this post is very late but once we got home from Vegas, we hit the ground running like crazy people. Man, lots of relatives to see and friends to visit. I don't think we slowed down for the rest of the time we were away from home.

We stopped on our way out to grab a few pictures. As we waited in line to get some food, I caught a picture of this great little scale model version of the Bellagio, complete with miniature fountain! It's in the conservatory.


Next we swung by the Patissiereto check out the chocolate fountain. Mmmmmmmm nymmy. think there's a way through the glass? I also posted the info about the fountain just underneath so you can get all the tempting details.

And just for the record, that place makes -fantastic- chocolates. To die for. Heavenly. Mmmm... well.. you get the idea.




Our flight was uneventful and we set down, on time, in Vancouver. We left the airport and went to fetch our car and then drove the four hours to reach my parents' place. Which made for a long day. But we were anxious to see our little man again since this was the first time we'd left him alone for so long or gone so far. And we still missed him by 15 minutes. Sounds asleep when we got to my parents' home.

I heard him the next morning, stirring a bit before he finally decided he was awake. I went in, picked him up and laid him on the bed to change his diaper. I'm not sure at what moment he woke up enough to realize that this was Mom and not Grandma but all of a sudden I got the BIGGEST smile and giggles and hands held out to me for hugs. And he gummed my nose in his enthusiasm. I wonder if I should count that as my first real kiss from my baby boy.

I took him into the bedroom his Daddy and I were in and again, huge smiles for Daddy and arms out. He spent about an hour crawling over the both of us, reassuring himself that we were definitely home and not going anywhere.

So... a good trip with a great homecoming. He turns 8 months old tomorrow so I'll be doing a post then, of course, and maybe I'll toss in a couple of thoughts on taking a trip that entails 17 hours of driving - one way - with a 7 1/2 month old! LOL

Happy Anniversary and Boy, do I smell good!

I know... strange title. But it suits well enough!

Five years ago today, we got married. Hence the reason for our trip here to Vegas and all the fun we've been having.

As for the smelling good part... hubby decided I needed to go to the spa. I know... it's hard to live with such a demanding man. LOL I had an hour massage and a facial. Then some time in the tubs and a nice shower with all those lovely spa products. When it was all done... well... the title says it... I smelled good. And felt fantastic.

After the spa, we changed into some nice clothes and headed off to La Reve for the early show. Now, naturally I couldn't take any pictures during the show but, seeing as how half the audience was taking pics of the stage before and after, I thought I'd get a couple myself. Not the greatest shots. Photographing in the dark with the automatic camera but not bad. You get the idea at least. It's a water show and it was fantastic!!



Then we headed back to the Bellagio for our dinner at Le Cirque. Oh. My. God. It was a -fantastic- meal. There wasn't a single thing that we had that wasn't absolutely delicious. Perfectly paced and amazing service.

And we won't discuss the price of dinner. LOL Definitely a "special occasion" kind of thing. Once every five years sounds about right.


Anyway, a deliciously and leisurely paced two hour and a bit hours over dinner and dessert and here we are, ready to curl up. Our last full day in Vegas was fantastic and it was definitely a memorable fifth anniversary. Tomorrow, we'll be sleeping in and packing. And getting the receipts in order for our return to Canada. It's been a fantastic trip and a great break but I'm definitely looking forward to seeing our sweet baby boy again!

Swimming Pools, Hot Sun, and Mojitos!

So, after a delicious breakfast and some shopping, this afternoon was all about some relaxation out in the sun at the pools here at the Bellagio. And gorgeous pools they are too....


We opted for one of the two pools that features a fountain in the middle of it. We found out later that these pools are kept colder than the big pools. Which, really is not a bad thing since it's 109 F out there... or 43 C. You can just feel the heat soaking into you as you lie there. Thankfully they have sell sunscreen (+45 thank you very much) and you can charge it to your room since we weren't carrying any cash!


It's not just that little place that lets you charge to your room. So do the lovely ladies who come around asking if you'd like a drink. Which brings us to the Mojito of the post. I tell you there are few drinks as refreshing as a mojito. Mint and lime juice muddled together with rum, soda water, and lots of ice. Bliss.


Have to be careful though... when you're charging drinks to your room, it's easy to forget how expensive they are!!

And I think that lounging by a pool or in the pool, enjoying a drink certainly ranks up there on the decadent things to do list!


A few hours out the sun and we were all set. For a NAP!!! Nooooo... It's time to get cleaned up and off for more sightseeing... and some food. Mmmmmmm...


Viva Las Vegas!!!