Is it just me?

Is it just me or did Carson grow up overnight?

Here he is enjoying a PB&J for lunch.

Just some random ones...

Carson with cousin Cade Woolf. They got a bouncer for Christmas so we took Carson over to check it out. He loved it of course.

I was organizing Carson's room one day. He got his own bucket and sat in it for awhile.

This picture makes me laugh every time I see it. Cute kid. Just recently he started really cheesin' it up when the camera comes out. The other reason this is funny is because Carson is sporting his "little boy hair" look. It's all brushed over and we are to use to his faux-hawk.

Cricut

Laugh all you want. I had to post a picture of my new Cricut machine. I think it is the absolute coolest invention! Why didn't I think of something like this?? Die-cut letters and shapes anywhere from 1" to 5 1/2". Amazing!

Go Toros!

So last night we ventured over to the Mt. View gym to watch Pom & Cheer practice their state routines. Aunt Natalie is a senior and on Pom. It was way past Carson's bedtime, but he seemed to enjoy himself. Here is a shot of him doing his own routine in front of the mirror.

Yells of Joy

Carson and I are both so happy that we can finally post two new pictures! I know I post lots of bath pictures, but Carson LOVES bathtime! He was being so funny the other day. His new thing is to get really excited and yell. Hey, at least they are yells of joy.

Apology

It has come to my attention that I don't blog enough. I am fully aware of the issue. Unfortunately our computer won't let me upload any photos at the present time. I'll try again later today. Deborah, I know today is my deadline! It will happen! I promise.

Noah's Pirate Party

Noah had his 4th birthday party yesterday. It was a pirate theme. Carson had lots of fun eating rocks, following older cousins, playing in the bouncer and he especially enjoyed the cupcake Uncle Justin gave him. You might notice the bruises on Carson's forehead. They are a constant reminder to me that he is still learning to walk and balance himself.

Happy Halloween

Now is that an adorable giraffe or what?? I saw this costume and thought it was perfect for Carson. He was a good sport while we paraded him around to see family. He even recognized and laughed at Grandma Gail when he saw her.

Freestone Park

Carson loves going to the park. We like to stroll down in the morning and go for a swing.

Jeans

Now that the weather is finally getting cooler Carson gets to wear his winter clothes. He started walking a few weeks ago and seeing him cruise along in his little jeans makes me laugh. I just think they are so dang adorable! It helps to have this super cute kid wearing them too!

Dad's Little Buddy

We finally had to get a new dishwasher (yea!). While Matt was hooking things up Carson got right in there to see what was going on. He would crouch down next to Matt and just watch.

King of the Castle

Hey everyone.... I'm 1 now!

Freestone Railroad

Our happy little guy taking a train ride with Grandma on his birthday.

Grandma & Grandpa Woolf

Grandma and Grandpa Woolf with Carson on his birthday. My mom has great taste in children's books and Carson got some classics!

New Slide

Grandma and Papa got Carson this slide for his birthday. He had a great time playing over at their house (like always) with his new toy. Oh and Carson does not usually wear socks up to his knees, but it did allow him to slip down the slide without sticking and he loved it.

Happy 1st Birthday Carson!

Carson turned ONE on Sunday! We had a birthday party for him at the park. Lots of family and friends were there to celebrate his big day. I can hardly believe a whole year has come and gone. We just love love love this little guy.

Torreon

Last week we went up for a one night stay at Torreon with Matt's boss and his family. This time we took Carson along for the fun.

You bet he can!

Carson will put ANYTHING in his mouth...including this golfball. He's so talented. Ha.

How can I help Mom??

Check him out...already wanting to help with the chores! I turned around for two seconds to put something in the cupboard and I looked back to find Carson sitting up in the dishwasher.

Super Saturday Scrapfest

Talk about a fun Saturday!! I went to 12 power hours of scrapbooking fun last night down at my favorite scrapbook store. It was a total blast. I came home with a huge smile on my face and super cute pages! (Natalie, you'd be so proud!) I even won the vote and prize for cutest page done all day. Sometimes I laugh because I feel like I'm part of some weird organization of ladies who tote suitcases full of every imaginable supply down to the local scrapbook store to create layouts and frantically try to put every possible pictured moment onto a piece of 12x12 paper. Let's be completely honest - weird or not - I still love it! It's what I do and what I love. I just wish I had more time to do it and I wish I had a room completely devoted to supplies so everything isn't jammed into the office closet. Someday. Thanks to a wonderful husband who bonded with our little guy for 12 hours in order to let me have a day of scrapbooking fun!

Daddy's Hat

Carson loves his daddy's hat. He sees that Matt has it on and starts smiling and wanting to touch it. Of course he won't keep his own baseball hat on that I purchased for him.

Too Quiet

You know when the house gets really quiet something is probably wrong. Matt got home the other day and it was a little too quiet. This is what he found when he walked into our bathroom. Apparently I hadn't closed the bathroom door all the way. Carson thought he'd do a little work on the toilet. He was squealing with delight. Who knows....maybe he'll go into plumbing. Ha.

Tight Spot

Carson got himself into a tight spot here. If he could talk I think he'd be saying, "I've fallen and I can't get up." I'm glad Matt whipped out the camera and captured this funny moment.

Cruisin'

Carson is becoming quite the master of his walker. He cruises around the house sometimes getting so excited that he moves a little too fast and crashes. He laughs and has a great 'ol time. After this particular shot he sat down and proceeded to pee on the carpet. We couldn't even be mad. We just laughed.

Freeze Frame

It's not often that I get to be in a picture with Carson. I can't think of any other way I'd like to spend my time. It's hard to believe he is almost one. I wish I could freeze time and have him stay like this forever. He is so much fun and loves to laugh and explore. While we were out in the grass he'd crawl away and wasn't so sure about the grass, so he'd crawl right back into my arms.

Mohawk

My little mohawk man.

Kitchen Helper

My cute little helper never goes far when I'm in the kitchen.

I don't know why we bother buying this kid toys. He's happy with a wisk and spatula.

These are his "little man pajamas". I couldn't resist buying them!

A happy little boy. We just love him.

Sweet Boy

I thought this picture of Matt and Carson was so sweet. It's pictures like this that make me realize how lucky I am to be a wife and mother.

Check out my hair!

Aunt Marci, this picture is for you. I wanted you to see Carson has hair and lots of it when I don't let Matt buzz it short. I love love love it. We get a faux-hawk going and it's adorable. We will get a picture frame made for you and Adam and send it off to Germany with new photos of your favorite nephew. I am working with Carson on saying Aunt Marci and Uncle Adam. By the time you move back from Munich he should be a pro. We miss you guys!

South Mountain

We took a family drive to South Mountain. I had never been up there. It was pretty hot, so we were only there for a few minutes. I guess I don't realize how huge the valley really is until you see it from up there.

Matt was playing with his camera and got this great shot of Carson. I'm really wanting to get into photography. I see so many great pictures that people take and I want to do it too! I realize not everyone has the talent to be a wonderful photographer, but heck, I might as well try! I have a great little subject who wouldn't mind me taking pictures.

Torreon

Matt and I went on our first weekend getaway without Carson. Matt's boss owns a lodge on the Torreon golf course in Show Low, AZ so we headed up with them for the weekend. We left Carson with Matt's parents. I knew he was in good hands so I wasn't worried at all and we had a wonderful time! It was so nice to have a few days to relax, eat out, read, play golf and enjoy the beautiful weather. I could have stayed for days! Thanks to Bryan and Kristen for inviting us and thanks to Dave and Gail for watching Carson! I think we need to own one of these lodges one day. I know I'd love it!

New Carseat

Carson graduated from his baby carseat and now sits up and facing forward. It's fun to see him in the back seat. Matt and I will be talking and laugh and Carson always chimes in with his own little laugh a few seconds later. He loves to be part of the action. I didn't think he'd wear a hat after wearing his helmet either. I bought this and he kept in on for hours. I tried again the next day and he didn't want anything to do with it. Oh well. He's still dang cute!