SHAFFER KIDS

Party Guy

July was a busy month for parties and activities. We went to Uncle Mark's pig roast, Kayley Burke's first birthday party, saw Great Grandma Baldwin, and drove to Milwaukee to visit Elsa, Aunt Lee, and Uncle Bob.

First we spent the weekend at Uncle Mark's for his annual pig roast. Carter loved hanging around outside all weekend. He was such a good boy with all the commotion and people around him. He especially loved playing with the other kids and riding around in his new wagon that Dave's Grandma Sue gave him. He got so much attention from relatives and friends the whole weekend, he didn't want to go home!

Uncle Mark and Carter.

Kayley Burke and Carter checking out a new toy.

The new wagon!

Next we went to Kayley Burke's first birthday party. There were tons of kids to play with plus they had a bunch of activities set up in their backyard. He loved the bouncy blow up castle but hated the pool. He also LOVED the watermelon and Kayley's swing. We had a great time and Carter got some great tips on how to smear cake in his hair and ears. Dave and I also learned a valuable lesson - babies with summer birthdays should definitely eat their cake OUTSIDE. The mess Kayley made with her cake was amazing, never underestimate a baby with cake. It's convenient for hosing them off afterwards also.

I think this was his 3rd piece of watermelon!

Hating the pool.

Helping Kayley open presents.

Enjoying the big bouncy castle.

The birthday girl enjoying her cake (this was at the beginning...pre-mess).

We also enjoyed a wonderful visit from Great Grandma Baldwin. Carter shares a special bond with Gigi since they share a birthday.

Last but not least, we drove around to Milwaukee to visit Aunt Lee, Uncle Bob, and Elsa. Dave, Lee, Brandt, and I had a great time going to Jimmy Buffett Saturday night, while the babies played together with Uncle Bob and Bob's parents. It was a great weekend, we loved seeing Elsa and her new crawling!