Tad spent last weekend lounging by the pool. Well, it was more like a deep sleep rather than lounging but he was wearing his swim trunks so that counts for something. Tad has yet to actually venture into the water. On Saturday, we swam with cousins Bryce and Brooke and on Sunday we met Sarah and Claire Cipperly. Claire kept an eye on Tad and kindly offered to share her pacifer. I work with Sarah and she has been a wonderful friend since we moved to Atlanta.
Tad turned two months old last week! He weighed in at 12 pounds, 12 ounces and is 24 inches long. He was not that bothered by the battery of shots, yet screamed bloody murder when the nurse measured his head. I guess Tad did not like the nurse messing with his finely coiffed hairdo. Tad is looking like an old man these days as his hair is rather sparse on top, thinning on the sides and full in the back. I have been told that this look resembles his great-grandfather and namesake's hairstyle. Tad's latest tricks include flashing his crooked smile, checking out his surroundings, scooting across the gym and more stretching... still Tad's favorite thing to do. 
Grammy and Pop treated us to a visit last week on their way back from cousin Dan & Corinne's wedding in New Orleans. Congratulations to Dan & Corinne! We are so sorry that we missed the celebration. We heard that the wedding was beautiful and everyone had a great time in the Big Easy. During their time in Atlanta, Grammy and Pop spoiled Tad and he turned on the charm for them with many smiles. He especially enjoyed a night with both grammys. This past Saturday night Tad hit the town - Mexican food at Tijuana Joe's and ice cream afterwards. He slept through dinner, except for a brief moment when he opened his eyes and looked around as if to say, "where the heck am I?" The loud music lulled him back to sleep...
The Nashville crew rolled into town for the July 4th weekend. We had a great time with them, as well as visiting the botantical gardens and hanging out with the Boukaters on Saturday and Dials on Sunday. Johnny spoiled us with delicious pulled pork and ribs from the smoker, while Cooper kept us all very entertained with his talking. He took a special liking to Johnny, frequently saying "Hi Johnny" and "where's Johnny?" Cooper and Bryce quickly became buddies as they both enjoy going in and out of the doggie door and chasing each other around the deck. Brady and Brooke participated in a competitive game of baby bounce off. Another game to try at parties this summer - Bryce and Coop stood toe to toe and yelled "my watermelon" back and forth, followed by outbursts of giggles. Clearly I need to brush up on my negotiation skills as I tried to intervene and explain that they both could have watermelon. They didn't find this as fun and continued with their game. Bryce left our house wearing just his Hawaiian party shirt and shoes, so it was definitely a good July 4th party. In the interest of protecting his dignity, I won't post the photo. Tad, Johnny and I were sad to see the Bowles leave on Sunday and look forward to seeing them again later this summer.
Tad reached the six week milestone last Wednesday, July 1st. He broke out his favorite striped outfit to celebrate. Tad is all grown up these days, napping in his crib and taking his first bottle from Dad. 
