A Different Kind of Pool Party

Today we went over to Nick and Cassie's house to watch the K-State game.  Joshua and Macyn had a fun time playing with Maycn's toys, and she was even very gracious when he took them from her.  At one point she had a cracker in her hand, and Joshua grabbed it out of her hand and put it straight into his mouth.  She showed little reaction, either because she was too stunned that someone just stole her food and ate it in front of her, or because she understood that he's a baby who doesn't understand sharing.  Either way, she handled it well.  Later they played in her inflatable pool which is currently serving as a ball pit.  The football game itself was terrible, so I'm trying to forget that part of the day, but at least Macyn and Joshua had a good time playing together, and Meghan and I had a great time with Nick and Cassie.

Daddies and Babies

Today we went to a barbecue with friends, organized for the purpose of allowing those of us with kids (who therefore have schedules that aren't so accommodating to frequent impromptu gatherings) to get together for us to catch up and to see each others' families.  Jason and Kelli were there with Hadley, and Nick and Cassie were there with Macyn, so I was able to see two of my best friends, even if only for a small portion of an afternoon.  These days, that's about the best we can hope for.  So here we three dads are with the little ones that have changed our lives dramatically but for the better.

Forbidden Love

Today Joshua and I went to Nick's house to watch the K-State/Mizzou game with the Bartons and the Keelers.  It was really fun to get to hang out with my best friends and their families.  Here Joshua and I sit next to Nick and Macyn.  Joshua is apparently quite the ladies' man, as Macyn seemed very interested in him.  Nick reminded her that she's not allowed to date until she's 30.

Ain't No Party Like a 1-Year-Old's Party

Today we took Joshua to Macyn Barton's first birthday party.  Nick and Cassie hosted a great party, and we had a fun time watching Macyn smear cupcake all over her face and learn to play her first piano by sitting on it.