Making Memories.....

'Cause they just don't make themselves!  (Right, Liz?!)  Over the past week, many memories have been made, and I am so fortunate to have the family and friends in my life that make each day memorable!  First of all, this week has given us perfect weather.  Zack and I took our boys (Zander and Burke) to our neighborhood playground and introduced Zander to the swing.  Now Zander has a swing that he uses often in our house (which has been a lifesaver on more than one occasion).  But there is something different about watching a little boy swing on a swing set.  Here is a picture and short video to capture his excitement.  Of course, I am always a little late on bringing out the camera so most of this squeals were not captured on film, but I will never forget how much fun he had.  We will be doing this more often! 

 

We went to a family reunion on Saturday with all of Zack's extended family.  This was Zander's first family gathering and he did great!  He was passed around by all the relatives and got to spend some time with his Grannie and GranDan.  Grannie has been recovering from surgery so it was great to see her out and about!  Here is a three generation picture!

Then.... we were finally able to introduce the boys.... and by "the boys"... I am referring to Jacob Baden and Alexander Houston!  My best friend, Liz, had a perfectly healthy baby boy three weeks after Zander was born.  It was the coolest experience to be pregnant at the same time (we also got married the same year!)  We talked for months about how we would get the boys together and prop them up on the couch in matching outfits and take LOTS of pictures.  And that is just what we did!  Liz has always had the ability to cheer me up when I have had a bad day and we have shared many life experiences that I couldn't imagine sharing with anyone else!  Here are some pictures of our afternoon.....

Finally meeting face to face ;)

 Having so much fun!

 Just hanging out ;)

"Careful Jacob.... I will protect you!"  (After all, Zander is a whole THREE WEEKS older!)

 Two generations of best friends ;)

Sunday, we were able to go to church with mom and dad.  Zander almost made it through the service.  He has decided to talk A LOT!  So... we left a little early so he was not a distraction.  Grammy got to cuddle for a little bit with our little man before we headed home. 

Ashley took some family pictures this weekend that I know will be amazing!! She was able to come to GranDan's property on Saturday before photographing a wedding.  She was so sweet to take the time to come east and spend some time with the Houston's.  I can't wait for Zander to spend some time with her boys (hopefully in the near future)!