The Holmes Family Blog: May 2014

As beach week (and beach season) approaches, the amount of photos and videos that we begin to accumulate will likely start to swamp me and the blog! In an attempt to clear the shelves, here are some photos and videos that we just haven't had time to share lately! Enjoy....

As Hudson's palate is expanding, he has begun to enjoy the finer things... Here he shows us just how much he loves Tartar Sauce...

Tartar sauce gone...

Hudon's gift to Mommy this Mother's Day was napping during most of church while she held him. It was a great day for Ashley!

Here, Hudson demonstrates the most comfortable seat in the car. Who said road trips have to be boring??? Not with a Toddler!

Finn and Hudson go for a ride in Honey-Grandma's wheelchair

Two weeks ago, the Easter Bunny hid eggs for Hudson at home. Hudson had such a good time that he did extensive research on where he could track down "MORE BUNNY". Word on the street was that it takes The Easter Bunny 2 weeks to hop south to the Outer Banks to hide some eggs. Hudson called in his family, and we made a big trip out of it.

When we got there, Hudson was moving so fast, we could hardly keep pants on him...

Hey Everyone! Keep your eyes peeled for the Bunny!

a small 'fake' easter bunny was spotted by Finn

The excitement begins!

The Easter Bunny may not have come yet, but Grammy and Papa brought some toys that the bunny had left in New York for him. (Before the Easter Bunny began his travel south)

The Bunny Lovie was a must for our day to day activities

Finn was a big help now that he is so mobile. Here he demonstrates his incredible balance as he recreates a scene out of MJ's Billie Jean

We kept busy helping with chores and putting things in the trash

Sippin' on some Bunny Cup

Hudson's favorite area in the house had to be the play room. Bean bags and toys galore.

Patrick's favorite however was the hammock. He had been dreaming of the day when he'd be able to get time in the hammock with Hudson...

Even with crummy weather, the whole family made it to the beach for some kite flying and wave watching.

A wide berth was kept around Patrick and his stunt kite!

In the evenings we would sit down for Family Dinner.

The boys introduced each other to new foods and new words every night

Promptly following dinner was a trip to the giant tub. Grammy found out the first night just how slippery the tub was, and ended up taking a bath with Finn!

Later on, Hudson joined the party...

And then he found out how slippery it was and went completely under!

After a good night's sleep, it was all fun and games in the A.M. Especially with all of the toys that came in the boys' Easter Baskets.

Dump truck rides are Free in this house

Patrick playing with Hudson's toys and Hudson watching

Breakfast with Papa is always a favorite

After breakfast, the boys suited up in their Easter outfits to pose for some cute pictures

It may look like Hudson is kissing Finn, but by the look on Finn's face, I'd guess that Hudson was trying to eat the carrot on his outfit.

Papa gets the real kisses!

Could she be any happier?

After Mass, the boys were stripped out of their Easter clothes for more playtime

Finn liked bean bags.... clap clap clap

Wait.... this is a moving ride???? abort abort!

Post-Ride Snuggles

Vacation time with family means easing up on TV and movie rules, and some QT in the home theater

Hudson was captivated by Winnie the Poo

After the movie, truck rides were over.... it was time for TRUCK RACES!

Hudson was expecting some serious contact and wore his helmet.... Rubbing IS Racing...

Finn: "should I be worried?"

Finn put his helmet on too... just in case

After night #1's slippery bath, no risks were taken. Grammy and Patrick were the honorary baby holders for the bath

Hudson and mommy peer down from the play room

Papa entertaining Hudson with some Curious George

Once the weather was nicer, the Easter Bunny came through Duck and hid some eggs. The boys were the first to notice and banged on the door to be let out!

The Easter Bunny even brought bubbles! Hudson's new favorite...

Hudson is very excited about something.... Patrick not so much

After Easter Eggs, the boys took to the streets in their sweet bike trailer

Look Mom, No Feet

When the weather kept getting better, we started venturing out for morning walks on the beach

BIRDS!

Once Hudson had woken up a bite, it was time to collect shells!

Grammy bravely saves Hudson from getting wet!

As temps began to rise, we set up camp out on the beach

Finn samples the fine sand of the outer banks

Grammy desperately tries to remove said sand

There had been no wild horse spottings, so Ashley took the initiative to play horse for Hudson

Patrick made sure he at least got 1 nap in the hammock.

After beach time and dinner time, the family would go for walks and bike rides down by the water

Patrick had to leave the group to go back to work, however the fun didn't stop. The gang went on an adventure to find the wild horses of the outer banks!!! This included some very cool beach driving