"Talking"

In the past week, Mason has started talking and interacting with us, so I decided it was time to get out the new Flip video camera now that he's actually doing something. Unfortunately, he seems to be a bit camera shy. He will talk, smile and laugh all morning long, but then stare at me blankly as soon as the camera comes out! I finally got a few short videos.

Out and about

We're starting to see more personality and there is one thing that I think Mason gets from his mommy. He LOVES being out of the house and exploring new places! I'm getting braver about taking him out to run errands and if he isn't sleeping, he is just amazed at the world around him. It is so cute. I am still germaphobic and practically bathe in hand sanitizer after each errand, but I think it's been good for him to get out of the house. He already had his second trip to the lake. This time he stayed with Mimi and Dee all day so mom and dad could go to their first Georgia game of the season. Unfortunately, we wish we had skipped it and I now retract my earlier statement about it being a good season. Oh well...

Mason's current likes:

• Ceiling fans
• Chandeliers (if it is a ceiling fan WITH a chandelier, he's entertained for hours)
• Bath time
• Mirrors (who wouldn't want to look at that cute face?)
• Eating
• Napping on anyone who will hold him (the grandmas are not helping me break this habit)
  

Mason's current dislikes:

• Napping anywhere he should (i.e. crib, pack-n-play)
• Diaper changes
• Being left alone when he is awake

As you can see, the 'dislike' list is very short. He continues to be our very sweet, laid back baby and it doesn't take much to make him happy. If I had to describe him in one word, it would probably be 'content'.

We're starting to get more smiles, but I'm not quick enough with the camera.

Watching football with Dee - he's trying to teach him how to say 'War Eagle'

Cute family (mom and dad are a little sunburned from the game)

My sweet boy

Bath Time

I couldn't help but share these adorable pictures I took from bath time a few days ago. Mason definitely enjoys his baths now. Especially if he catches his image in the mirror - he is completely intrigued by the adorable baby looking back at him!

Labor Day at the Lake, football and celebrations!

We had a very fun and relaxing Labor Day weekend with my family at Lake Oconee. Mason did great on his very first road trip and I foresee many more weekend trips to the lake (especially for football games). Chris and I decided to skip the first UGA game, but Mason and I watched it on TV together and we think it's going to be a great season for the Dawgs! The weather couldn't have been more perfect and Chris and I enjoyed some time on the boat and relaxing at the pool. Mason isn't quite ready for fun in the sun yet, so he and his Mimi (or Memaw - she is still undecided :-) stayed indoors and had lots of cuddle time!

Today is a very special day for us for two reasons. Chris and I are celebrating 8 wonderful years of marriage and Mason turns 3 months old today! Each year gets better and better and I think the best is yet to come! And Mason is already growing so fast - the time is flying by!

We have lots of pictures from our fun weekend. Here is Mason with his Grandpa 'Dee'.

And in case you're wondering, he DOES cry now! Not very often, but when he is hungry, he will let you know!! Here he is with his Mimi trying to comfort him.

And with his Uncle Lamar. They are going to have so much fun hunting and fishing when Mason gets a little bigger.
The Littlest Bulldawg fan getting ready for the home opener! GO DAWGS!!
Watching the game with mom. Mason is undefeated as a Georgia football fan!
Our little family at the lake. I can't wait until he is big enough to enjoy the boat and the pool!