Giddy Up

Double trouble.

On Sunday after Brady's birthday bash, we went to an agricultural festival before heading back to Atlanta. Tad was thrilled to ride on a "orse" (one of his favorite words these days). I guess it was technically more of a pony, but the little guys had a great time. We also visited several horses in the barn and saw a farmer shear his sheep.

Happy Birthday Brady!

The birthday boy dressed as Woody.

Mooooo!

Uncle T-Rav looking serious.

Buzz in action - hard to catch a photo!

Yum.

We know what Tad is hoping Santa brings - vrooom, vrooom.

Monkey William.

Andrew - grrrrr.

Cow down.

Happy 2nd Birthday Cousin Brady! Thanks for inviting us to your fun costume party with your buddy Charlie. We all had a blast, especially Tad - bouncey house, pizza, cake and a fabulous swing set! Brady kept the adults entertained by singing Happy Birthday to himself for a while before falling asleep. You are adorable and we look forward to many adventures with you in the coming year.

Tad's First Haircut

It didn't start out well. Lucky for you we don't have the audio with this photo.

My attempts to distract Tad failed miserably.

We admitted defeat and resorted to the pacifier.

Looking dapper.
Tad got his first haircut two weeks ago and traded in his long, surfer curls for a more refined look. As you can see, he did not enjoy this experience. Fortunately, the hairdresser was very skilled with squirmy toddlers and the pain was over quickly.

Mini Me

Tad and Daddy recently sported matching outfits. Tad is looking more and more like Johnny these days.

The Scholar

After sixteen months, Tad will now sit still for a book, albeit a very, very short board book... Johnny captured the moment as we have been wondering for months if this would ever happen. Maybe it was the preppy rugby shirt. Harvard here we come!

Bowles on Board

Coop is a bit dizzy after the twirly seat.

Peak-a-boo Brady!

Coop on the go.

Tad trolling for trouble.

Johnny attempted to capture a group shot.

The oldest and youngest (not for long - baby Bowles will be here soon!) Gaffney cousins.

Tad adores Coop and B.

See ya later!

Big foot! Tad got his first pair of sneaks on Sunday afternoon and loves them. Daddy found a matching pair.

Fall arrived this past weekend and the Bowles crew came to town. After delaying the inevitable, they purchased a mini-van from one of Johnny's customers. They are now ready for Baby Bowles to arrive and he'll be riding in style. As usual, the boys had a blast with each other and we didn't take many photos until a visit to the park on Sunday morning. On Saturday night, the Dial family joined us for dinner and an Irish victory - go ND!