BRUSHING TEETH

Hudson puts everything into his mouth except adult food and his toothbrush. After several days of trying to get Hudson to brush his teeth, I finally decided to brush mine at the same time and it worked...Hudson decided to brush his teeth. Now, we always brush our teeth together.

IN THE SINK

Hudson loves to hang out in the sink. He holds onto the hot and cold handles and smiles into the mirror. We haven't actually let him turn the handles...perhaps one day soon there will be a photo or two of what happens when mom and dad let Hudson turn the handles.

RIDING A TRICYCLE

GRANDPA MIKE'S BIRTHDAY VISIT

It's August, time for Grandpa Mike's annual visit. Grandpa drives from Wisconsin to Leavenworth to spend one night atMichelle and Jon's 240 to 260 square foot house. Grandpa Mike always comments on how small their house is and that they should really add on...perhaps a bathroom? Well, next year he will be in for a surprise...I have been told they have added on a 12 by 12 foot addition...will it be a bathroom?

Next stop, Seattle. Michelle always drives my father into the city and stays for his visit. The city is a bit much for my father...but I think it has grown on him over the years. Although, I think he enjoys Kari's backyard the most. Every night, Jeff builds a fire in the pit and we all hang out roasting marsh mellows, playing games, and laughing. The photos below are taken in Kari's back yard.


When my dad visits, we drag him all over the city. This day started off in downtown Seattle and ended up in a local park for some good old fashion' swinging.

Today, we decided to go to Shilshole Bay. My father wanted to use his metal detector. The boys were excited about it but lost interested as soon as we hit the sand.



Today, we celebrated Grandpa Mike's birthday. I believe Kari and Jeff's kids were more excited about the celebration than their grandpa....CAKE...must be Kari's kids.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDPA.

HUDSON HAS A GIRLFRIEND

KAUFMAN BIRTHDAY PARTY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAM, JACKSON & CHLOE

Harder Chloe, harder.

BLAIR FAMILY TRIP 2007

BLAIR FAMILY TRIP 2007 - WHISTLER, B.C.


Hudson was a real trooper on the drive up to Whistler. Peter and I planned it just right...or did we get lucky. Hudson slept for almost the first three hours to Vancouver, where we had lunch and walked around for a couple of hours. Hudson's next nap fell just in time for the next portion of the drive, which was about two and one half hours.

The house we stayed at was nestled between the upper and main village...perfect location. On Monday, we were supposed to go white water rafting while mimi (Mary) and pops (Allen) were going to watch Hudson. We all got up early, hustled down to the main village only to find out the main road to the river had been washed out and we needed to reschedule the trip. I think Allen was more disappointed than anyone...he really wanted Hudson to himself.

On Tuesday, Brian, Hudson, and I all drove Peter to Vancouver to catch a flight to New York for his fellowship. This is the reason there are very few photos from this trip. Hudson was a bit of a handful...and I am the one who always takes the photos.

Hudson and I finally found some grass to play on.
push-ups

Once again, we attempted to go white water rafting...mimi and pops were ready for their day alone with Hudson. Again, the message was that the road was still washed out...we had enough and went to another company and left for the day. Hudson had a wonderful time with mimi and pops and I had some adult type fun.



Hey, look a what I can do.
Hudson is demonstrating how flexible he is. Once he actually fell asleep this way and I tried to take a photo, but he woke up because I was laughing to loud.