Hoops

Connor received a big boy basketball goal from his Pop Pop and Grandma for Christmas this year. It has been sitting downstairs in the box for a few weeks. This morning after doing my new 2010 workout (elliptical and abs - exciting, I know - but I do watch 90210 DVDs while grinding out 20 minutes of cardio) I decided I had a few minutes extra to assemble the goal. Well, 10 minutes later I was still struggling with the darn thing. I acutally enjoy putting toys, furniture, etc together (unlike Colin) so I was frustrated that I wasn't instantly successful at this venture. Later this morning while Connor was playing with his 1875 other toys I managed success! Shocking that Connor made his first basket on his first attempt. Like father, like son. Which reminds me of this old photo . . .
nearly one year ago . . . and now today . . .

Saturday Away . . .

Colin and I headed out early to Atlanta on Saturday to see Duke play Georgia Tech.  Duke was favored to win but ended up losing a close game.  The arena was super small and cozy.  The fans were all so nice and we had a great time.  Afterwards we headed out to see Colin’s friends from college and my cousin Taylor.  We got up early this morning and got back to Birmingham just in time to watch the Ravens beat up on the Patriots!!  It was a great game to watch (from the warmth of our den . . . i.e. not outside).  Connor enjoyed spending time with JoJo and Big Daddy.  Here is a pic from our seats at the game (2nd to last row – but really good seats)

and some of Connor showing off how he can “talk” on the phone – he loves Colin’s cell phone – he has the right idea – just turns the phone backwards and usually upside down. 

Testing, 1 . . 2 . . 3 . . .

Just a test to see how Windows Live Writer works – see if I like it – see if it is worth all the hype – here are some pics of Connor enjoying his new Curious George in a Box – He adores this toy from his Aunt NJ – Unfortunately, when he opened the toy Colin initially taught him to press the button on top (i.e. he didn’t teach Connor to wind the arm to play the music and watch CG “POP” out at the appropriate time).  I eventually showed Connor how to properly operate the toy – and he tries most of the time to wind the toy – but occasionally he just pushes the pop button – oh well . . . at least he is having fun right?

Sweet Home Alabama . . .

So, much to our disappointment, Alabama just won the National Championship. Uggh. You may wonder why people from Alabama don't want Alabama to win . . . well, you kinda have to be from here to understand. But, as self-respecting Auburn fans . . . we root for Auburn and ANYONE who plays Alabama. I know, we should cheer for the SEC (they have 4 straight titles) but . . . as a true fan . . . you just can't do it when it is Alabama . . . and Saban . . . It ended up being a pretty good game to watch if you saw the 1st and 4th quarters . . . the misery lies in the fact that Colin (since he works) will have to endure Alabama banter for 365 days (at least). At halftime I just was hoping for a good game. I mean, really, I stayed up to watch this?? Auburn should have beaten Alabama in the Iron Bowl . . . uggghhh! I do have a number of friends that paid and made the trip to Pasadena - so at least they are having fun right? I will give props to Alabama for having red Gatorade in the cooler (rather than lemon-lime). Happy 13 to U of A! See you next November! Saban . . . as a Dallas Cowboys Coach - would be HOT!!!! (as a side note . . . I just don't get the reason to hold up 4 fingers at the start of the 4th quarter . . . um . . .EVERYONE knows it is the 4th quarter! It is like basketball when the coaches and players yell (NO FOULS!!!) really?? I mean, after years and years of playing the game - don't you know not to foul? Did I mention that RED is SOOO not my color?
Another side note: If Alabama played USC (i.e. Cali) I would have cheered for Alabama
UPDATE: Seriously, people are shooting off FIREWORKS! I suppose left over from NYE? They better not wake up my BABY!! The real question is how many PAGES will Alabama get in the newspaper?? Yesterday it was a good 20 pages according to Colin . . . Tomorrow - likely 40+

KING Connor

Connor got a castle from his Mom Mom this year for Christmas. It is so cute (it is black and white - I love b&w - Connor's nursery decor is b&w). As part of the castle, Connor also got a crown to wear as King of the castle. Presenting King Connor . . .

Snow Day . . . (in Alabama)

Yep - Today is a snow day - for Alabama. Seriously, I think every school closed early or didn't even open today. People left early from Colin's work. The meteorologists were predicting the snowfall as a dusting to a quarter inch this morning. I took 2 pictures of the snow so everyone north of Alabama that reads our blog could have a glimpse of snow in Alabama.

You didn't see the snow ??? I circled it for you!

New Year . . . New Members

There are so many new things that I want to explore and share with Connor . . . I wanted to sign him up for a mommy-and-me class at CDF where I used to attend classes when I was little. Well, I waited a little too long to sign up and classes started this morning. So, I need to find another option for us (once it warms up). I feel badly complaining that it is cold here - because it will only be cold for a few weeks - but it is COLD! Wind chill is 5 degrees this morning! So, we have been staying inside. Plus, since Connor has been sick with a cold and ear infection - we haven't been out too much at all lately. I really love our new house - but we need to get out and moving soon! After watching a very stressful and bizarre Auburn win on Friday, my parents and I headed downtown with Connor to the McWane Science Center on Saturday (Colin was playing golf - in 20 degree weather - dedication or insanity?). Since the Science Center is indoors - we were able to explore outside of our house for a few hours - which was wonderful. Connor had an amazing time! And I purchased a family membership so we can all enjoy the "inside fun" on cold and/or rainy days. Here are a few pics of Connor at McWane . . .
Getting ready to see the trains . . .

GIANT LITE-BRITE . . .


The Fishes . . .


Connor LOVES to push buttons - If it hadn't been so crowded, I think he would have run back and forth between each of these stations for hours . . .


MY FAVORITE PIC FROM THE DAY . . . SUCCESS!