Beckett's first road trip

We took a little road trip on Friday to Lottsburg, Va aka the Northern Neck. My in-laws have a beautiful house there on the Coan River. It was opening season for fishing so the boys spent all day catching dinner while the girls hit the local wine festival.

We also got to see wonderful friends that, unfortunately, we do not see as much as we'd like to and meet new members of the "Eddyspark Family". Eddyspark Drive is the street we all grew up on. Our parents are all friends, we are all friends and this weekend we got to introduce the third generation to each other. I can only hope that Beckett is fortunate enough to grow up on a street so special, where he will make lasting friendships. I am sure throughout the future of this blog you will read much more about "Eddyspark" so I will save more of the history for later. Back to the weekend...............

It doesn't get any fresher than this. Caught that morning, grilled that night.

Beckett and his cousin Jaxon. We were able to get some pretty cute pics, despite the fact that the boys don't hold still for longer than 5 seconds.

Jaxon is on the move and Beckett will be chasing close behind in a couple more months.

Beckett laughing at his Uncle Evan

Beckett and Easton

Here they are............. the third generation. They don't know how lucky they are to be born into such a great family.

I love this picture of Jaxon. He is so handsome.

Nana and her boys, Jaxon and Beckett

Easton and Beckett laughing. These two aren't quite as mobile as Jaxon so it's a little easier to take pictures. It's getting them to look at the same camera at the same time that is tricky.

Beckett and Leanna :)

Aunt Caitlin and the boys

Josh and Brittany finally get to meet Beckett :)

What proud Papa's. Ben and Beckett & Connor and Easton. Not a bad looking group of boys.

Beckett and his Uncle Evan

It's been too long

Well, I'm back to work. Can you tell? Haven't done a post for like a month. Ooops! I guess life kinda got in the way. Not to worry though, here is the update!

This is Manster a.k.a Tregg. Ever since Beckett came along he thinks it is his job in life to protect him. How does this go over with the other dogs? Not too well. Such a cute face though, right? We love that he wants to protect his little brother but not at the others expense. I'll keep you posted, I think we've got it figured out.

Who are these people? They are my wonderful parents. They have been kind enough to put their lives on hold and take care of Beckett for us while we are at work. Even though just my mom is staying with us, I still say "they" because I know it is hard for them to be apart. Although, I have seen alot of Jim lately :) We are so grateful to have their help and Beckett absolutely adores them both!!

Here he is! My little man is huge. I feel like I just woke up and all of the sudden he is 4 months old. Holy cow!! He is so much fun now. He smiles and laughs at everything, he will talk your ear off and he is trying really hard to roll over. And the best part? He sleeps 12 hours a night. It makes for a happy baby, happy parents and happy grandma :)

This is Beckett's first Easter. I'm pretty sure he could care less but it was a great photo op. Wish he was in a better mood though. His poor cousin Rachel had to hold on pretty tight to his fussy flailing. What a good big cousin she is.

We are going to my in-laws River House this weekend. It will be Beckett's first road trip. We are excited because we get to see friends and family that we haven't seen in a while. We always have a great time there. More pics and great stories when we get back :)

Etsy anyone?

I could spend hours and hours on the Etsy website. Everything is homemade, crafty and creative. It is the best place to find unique gifts, especially for baby. Here are some of my recent finds.

Squishy Bee's Shop

Props to you shop

Happy Family's shop

Fong Studios

Cottage on the Coast

On a side note........

My little man is TWO MONTHS OLD!!! I can't believe how fast it has gone by..........

I know I'm smiling here but the fact that he's 9 weeks means that I am going back to work soon and that makes me so sad :(

What a handsome boy- look how red his hair is getting! Yay!

Such a happy boy.

Oh my, lock up your daughters!

Such a sweet smile. Love him!!!!

Nursery Rhymes

With so many friends and family having babies or finding out they are pregnant, I though I would share some adorable nursery ideas. Doing Beckett's nursery was one of my favorite projects of the last six months. It is so fun to work with bright, playful colors that you might be apprehensive to use elsewhere in your home. I hope you are INSPIRED by some of these cute, cute rooms!

I wanted all the letters above his crib to be different. The letters pictured are from Urban Outfitters, Pottery Barn Kids, Anthropologie & Michaels. We painted an accent wall aqua and the rest of the walls are neutral stripes.

This "rocking giraffe" is one of my favorite toys in his room. One of my very best friends got it for him. I'm not sure where it is from but I can ask if anyone is interested.

All of the alphabet cards above his changing table are of vintage tools. I picked these out more for his Daddy but I'm sure he will love them one day.

All of his bedding is from target.com. It's chocolate and cream poka dots and stripes!

This rocking chair was mine when I was a baby. Ben painted it a tomato red to match the changing table, which was also in my nursery.

The modern lines of the pendant lamp and side table update the very traditional crib and glider

I love the soft colors in this nursery. It has the feel of the "hundred acre woods" minus winnie the pooh!

What a glamorous nursery for a little lady. The wall paper is fabulous. I love it!!

I think the colors in this room work for a boy or a girl but with different accessories, like adding a pink chandelier, you can make the room more personal for either gender.

So bright and fun. I like the use of yellow and red as opposed to traditional nursery colors.

What a fun mobile and a great DIY project.

More great ideas!

*The first five pictures are Beckett's nursery and the rest of the pictures I found on Flikr

Enjoy and congratulations to all that have had little ones recently or are expecting, you know who you are :)

Newest Addition

This is my very first post as I am new to the blogging world. I think it is appropriate to introduce the little man that this blog is named after.... Beckett. He is my pride and joy and I can't stop taking pictures of him. I have a Nikon D3000 camera which is so user friendly and takes GREAT photos.

Here he is at 2 1/2 weeks old... big yawn and a big smile!

I promise I won't be one of those Moms that only posts pics of their little one but I just couldn't resist for my first post!

Coming Soon: DIY project- Magnetic Chalkboard Wall