Mommy's Little Helper

Hudson is helping his mommy clean!

What a sweet boy!

Staycation

Nate and I went on a little "staycation" this past weekend. On Friday we went to the Galleria to do some shopping and then went out to eat at Cyclone Anaya's (the best Mexican food and margarita's that we have ever had). After dinner we went to the Cheesecake Factory for dessert and we spent Friday night at Hotel Derek. On Saturday we ate more wonderful food and spent the day in Galveston. My parents kept Hudson on Friday and Saturday night while Nate and I got to enjoy some time together. We missed Hudson a lot, but it was fun for us to hang out. When we picked up Hudson on Sunday my parents looked worn out! I think Hudson was too, because he took a very long nap Sunday afternoon!

Nate after a great meal (and margarita) at Cyclone Anaya's!

Our hotel room's view--in the distance was Downtown Houston.

Us in Galveston! We ate at Willie G's that night!

Fun, Fun, Fun!!!!

Summer has been so much fun for Nate and I. We have just been hanging out with Hudson and having some fun! Here are some pictures to update everyone.

Spokesbaby?

I might have to talk to my State Farm Agent about having Hudson as a spokesbaby for the company!

The sunset from our driveway one night! It was so beautiful!

Fun With Friends

We had a BBQ with some friends from our old small group. It was crazy the amount of kids that we had there. We use to call our group the "D.I.N.K.s" Dual Income No Kids--well not so much anymore. In about two years we have had a baby boom!

All the kids!
Hudson playing with Tatum.

Skinny Dipping

Nate and my sister took Hudson outside one day while I was cooking dinner and this is what I came outside to. Hudson was running around the backyard and playing in his pool naked. He was having fun and that was all that mattered. Because of all the fun he had that day he was worn out that night and slept so hard.

Cheap Entertainment

Nate found a great way to entertain Hudson. He loves to be pushed around the house in our laundry basket, but it can start to hurt your back after a while. So, my super smart husband decided to tie a rope to it and run Hudson up and down the hallway. Hudson loved it! The only problem was when we stopped he had a breakdown! Getting ready to go!

There he goes!

Family Fun

My little brother Michael is working this summer at a Camp Ozark in Arkansas. He came in for the night to drop off campers and pick new ones up, so we met him for dinner. We went to El Tiempo downtown and had a great time with the family! We left Hudson with my friend from work Kay and he had a great time. All the kids: Michael, Ashley, Me and Nate

My sister and I love our mom!

My sister, Ashley and me

Way to Go!

I know that this is a blog for people to know what is going on with Hudson, but I wanted to share some big news. My littler sister, Ashley, just recently got a promotion at work! I am very proud of her she works very hard and from what I hear is very good at her job. This is Ashley with Hudson when he was about 2 months old. Way to go Ashley!! We love you!

Fourth of July

Nate and I had a wonderful Fourth of July. We went to the Friendswood parade, spent a little time at the carnival and watched fireworks at night. Here are some pictures at from the parade.

Nana keeping Hudson cool while he was waiting for the parade to start!

Here it comes!


Playing with Nana and Pappy. Hudson got a little board during the parade.

Whoa! Firetrucks!

This was my favorite part--they have a place in the parade where the Corvette club drives through to show off their decorated Corvettes. I thought this man's Corvette was awesome!! Nate and I could afford this one!

After the parade Hudson took an All-American wagon ride with Pappy!

Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th! We are very thankful for the men and women who have died or fought for the freedoms that we have today! God Bless America!

Summer Fun

Nate and I are having a wonderful summer with Hudson. We have been going to our neighborhood pool, meeting up with friends and just hanging out at the house. Here are a few pictures of our summer fun.

Pool Time

Our neighborhood pool is so much fun! Every time we go there is not a big crowd. They have a great baby area for kids to hang out in. Here are some pictures of us at the pool.

Trying to get the water!

Got it!

Hudson is flirting with the lifeguard. Each time she would smile at Hudson he would kick his legs and wave back! What a flirt!

Hudson fell asleep in Nate's arms while we were in the pool.

Random Pictures

I was trying to get ready for the day and this was the only way I could keep him contained. I put him in the sink and gave him a toothbrush. He loved it!

We got to meet some of my college girlfriends for dinner one night to celebrate Alyssa's(in the pink) birthday. It was fun seeing everyone. Missy(short blonde) was also in town from Maryland, so it was good to see her too.

Hudson loves socks. But what he loves the most is putting them in different places all over the house. I have found socks in our desk drawers, bathroom drawers and even his diaper pail. Lots of fun for mommy!

Hudson is still learning to eat with a spoon. Even though it doesn't look like it he is getting better!

Michigan Part Two

Well, I know it took longer than it should, but here are the rest of the pictures from the rest of our trip to Michigan. We had a lot of fun!

Last Day

The last day that we were in Michigan we went to the mall to ride the carousel. Hudson loved every minute!

Camping

While we were in Michigan we went camping. We rented a camper and went to Holland State Park. Hudson had so much fun being outdoors and playing with sticks! He however got a bad case of pink eye and didn't feel that well the whole time. We did have great family time!

Hudson sitting in his chair by the fire.

Playing in the woods

Aunt Wilma came out to visit us one day for dinner. We walked to the beach from our campsite. It was a beautiful day! Little chilly though!

The Happy Holtvluwer Family!!!