Busy, busy, week

The past week or so has been really busy at our household, and I haven't had a chance to update the blog. I'm sure some of you are sitting on pins and needles, right?

Last week we had the Viking golf tournament, and this week Sam had his 4 month pictures taken by Alison Muirhead, and we were supposed to have his 4 month checkup today. However, yesterday he developed a fever, so we took him to the doctor. Unfortunately, Sam is sick for the first time; it was really sad yesterday. Cranky, cranky, cranky...fever of 102, and a refusal to be put down. He's apparently developed the first (of many, I'm sure) ear infections. He's feeling much better this morning. The fever is down, and so far I'm allowed to put him down on his own.

As I mentioned earlier, last week was all about the Viking golf tournament. We spent several days going out there, and it was a lot of fun. I hate watching golf--I think it's the equivalent of watching grass grow, but when your father-in-law can get you into the air-conditioned, catered hospitality tent, I'm all about it. Seriously, even if you don't like golf, it's a really neat event-especially the cooking demonstrations. I got to watch Guy Fieri and Cat Cora, and then Joe introduced us to them after the demos. It really was pretty fun. Sam enjoyed the hospitality tent, also, and I know that his grandparents loved showing him off. I've attached pictures above.

Apparently, Sam got hungry by the end of the day, so he decided to eat the Culinary Institute brochure.

2 things:

Number 1--the pictures of me in the orange dress-I know I look huge; I swear I've lost my baby weight. No really, I swear.

Number 2--The Office starts tonight...Yay! I love Jim Halpert.

Tailgate Trauma

This weekend Anthony and I headed to Starkville to watch our Bulldogs take on Auburn. I hoped that I would be good luck. Last year one of the only home games I made it to was the Alabama game, and since we won, I was sure that I was the reason. (Makes perfect sense, right?) We arrived at our tailgate around 12:00, only to find that some other people had decided that they wanted our spot, unapologetically took down our tent, and leaned it against a tree. Can you believe people? Not a good start...I don't think I've seen Anthony that mad in a long time. There aren't many things that get under his skin, but you just don't touch the man's tailgate. Needless to say, things weren't off to the best start.

It turned out to be a beautiful day, except that it was hot as blazes. A lot of our friends asked about Sam, but I'm glad we didn't take him. I'm pretty sure he would have been miserably hot. I'm thinking he will make his official gameday debut at the Kentucky game. It will be much cooler, and I think he'll be happier bundled up rather than sticking to his stroller. Regardless, we had a great time despite the final score, and I'm still trying to catch up on lost sleep.

Since Sam wasn't with us, and I know our family would like an update of him--let's face it, they don't really care about Anthony and me anymore--I've attached a video of Joe playing patty-cake with him. It's pretty cute.

What I did at Grandy and Mimi's

This past weekend I was supposed to have gone on a trip to Baton Rouge and New Orleans with a good friend of mine. Gustav had different plans. Instead of enjoying a few nights out, eating wonderful food, and shopping until my feet hurt, I was forced to make other plans. Anthony was headed to Starkville, so I headed home. I was planning on shopping on Magazine, but Memphis will do in a pinch. Sam and I shopped all day Saturday; he helped me pick out some cute dresses and a great pair of jeans. Joe claims that Sam has his Papa's fashion sense...we shall see. All in all, the weekend turned out okay. As we packed up on Sunday, Sam was getting a little cranky, so Dad took him outside. (The kid LOVES being outdoors.) This is what I found when I came out after them.


Don't call child services...I am not Brittney Spears, and I promise the mower wasn't on.

Sam's Christening

On Saturday, August 30, 2008, Sam was christened at Saint James Episcopal Church in Jackson, MS. We were very fortunate to have several of our family members in attendance, including Sam's new godparents Jennifer Antonio and Mack Heidelberg. Jennifer is Anthony's first cousin, and Mack is a longtime friend. We are so pleased to have them be such a big part of Sam's life, and I think they will each be such wonderful influences.

Sam was actually pretty good; he slept through most of the process, and he only briefly protested when the water was poured on his head. Overall, it was a successful day. (Except for the bulldogs embarrassing loss--we won't talk about that now since my husband is just now beginning to get over the sting.)


I've posted a slideshow so that you can see a little of our day.

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We're now sitting around trying to enjoy a Gustav-filled Labor Day. I hope that our friends and family on the coast and in Louisiana come out of this unfortunate situation unscathed. We are thinking of you.