Reds Game!

We've been very fortunate and had another beautiful April weekend here in Cincinnati! It was a relatively low key weekend but we were able to spend time with friends and each other which was nice.

On Saturday our friends Ellie and Ted came over for a cookout and a few Corona's on the deck; great evening with them as usual!

Sunday was Cullen's first Major League Baseball game! Our friends Chris and Rachael Palermo were kind enough to invite us to join them and what a day we had! It was 90 degrees but the seats were in the shade with a great breeze most of the day, Cullen was into the game (Reds won 8-2 vs. Braves), and seats were in the Club section so we ate our fare share of ball park food!

We continue to be amazed with Cullen's development and emerging personality. We are truly lucky to have a such a GREAT baby! Have a great week everyone and thanks for reading!

What's New in Our World

Sorry we haven't updated in awhile. Lots going on. My parents came in town 2 weeks ago after their trip back to Augusta to get their house ready for the Master's Golf Tournament. Dad helped nail up Cullen's name in his room. This task took my dad about 20 minutes. It would have taken us hours to do this and the letters wouldn't have been straight!

Cullen had his first Easter egg hunt at daycare. Cullen was able to look for eggs with his friend, Grace. Cullen was more interested in chewing on the paper bag than actually looking for eggs :)

Cullen had his first babysitter last weekend (besides family and friends). Rob and I went to the Easter Vigil at Christ the King Church in Mt. Lookout where I was confirmed into the Catholic Church. Cullen got a good report while we were gone :)

Rob, Cullen, and I went up to Miami U last weekend to see a baseball game and to show Cullen the campus. It was a beautiful day and Cullen was able to wear his Miami onesie while cheering on the team.

Yesterday was absolutely gorgeous! We took advantage of the nice weather and relaxed outside. Cullen loves to be outdoors! What's new with Cullen...he's sitting up unsupported, loves his baby food- especially carrots and all fruits, he's babbling like crazy (saying da da, but he doesn't quite understand what it means), and grabs at everything, including hair and earrings!!

I have 6 weeks of school left. I am looking forward to playing with my little boy and going to the pool daily! Other than that, we have a busy summer ahead visiting lots of family and friends. Enjoy the recent pics!

Vacation!

Last week, Rob and I went to Kauai, Hawaii for 9 days without our little man. Grandma and Grandpa O'Brien were thrilled to come into town from Florida to spend time with their grandson. (They've been talking about this for the last 6 months!) Rob and I enjoyed our time in Hawaii, but we missed Cullen like crazy!!! We never knew it would be so hard to leave him! Every baby or stroller we saw made us miss him even more! Needless to say, Cullen really enjoyed his time with Grandma and Grandpa O. While we were in Hawaii, we weren't beach bums. We went on a different excursion almost every day. We went on a helicopter tour of the island, rode a catamaran and saw whales, a pod of dolphins, and sea turtles, hiked, snorkeled, relaxed by the saltwater lagoon, and just enjoyed some quality time together. If you haven't been to Kauai, we would highly recommend it. The island is absolutely beautiful! (see our photos at the link below) While we were in Hawaii, Cullen (and Ritz) traveled to see family and friends in Michigan and Columbus. You could say Cullen is quite the little traveler! Cullen is 7 months and is sitting up on his own, babbling and laughing like crazy, and very active with his hands and arms. He loves to change positions in his crib. I will put him down one way and discover him in a completely new position in the morning.

Kauai Pictures (click link below):
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We wanted to share some other great news. Our good friends Matt and Lydia Diclemente welcomed a little boy, Lucas Matthew Diclemente, on Sunday, March 29th. Also, our other friends Elle and Ted Folger, have announced that they are having a baby due in September. Congratulations!