Hudson turns 2!

2 years old already!! Crazy! We had a monkey theme party for Hudson because he and his little monkey blanket are inseparable so I thought it was only appropriate. We had some close friends and family over to celebrate. Hudson had a blast. This kid is so much fun. He loves being around people, and has so much joy and energy. His favorite thing right now is his train table he got for Christmas, and all his trains...Especially Thomas the train! He loves the show and any Thomas memorabilia he can get his hands on. He loves books and when we read to him. He likes to play with puzzles, and is really good at them! Uncle Mark and Auntie Leah bought him art supplies for his birthday, and he is just loving everything. He will sit there for so long just coloring. I love it. He loves to jump on the bed and couch even though he is not allowed, and will still dance at any song that he hears. He loves to be my little helper in the kitchen, and even though things take twice and long and get twice as messy it's worth it. This kid brings joy to our lives everyday and we are so blessed to have him! 

Meeting Santa! // 23 months

Hudson and his cousin Jude went to see Santa today. It was about an hour long wait for about 30 seconds of sheer terror. Makes for a priceless photo though!

So handsome

Waiting

Jude and Hudson

Hudson and Nonna

Hudson and mommy

Starbucks break with Papa

So sad!

Restaurant afterwards..all that screaming makes you hungry!

Road Trip. 21 Months.

Last week we Jon had some shows on the East Coast, so we decided to make a little road trip out of it. We went from here all the way to New York, stopping in Virginia, Washington DC, Boston and New Jersey. Hudson did really well in the car. It required lots of Backyardigans and the movie Cars over and over, but what ever it takes! He was loving life on the road. Got to stay up late every night, and meet lots of new people. He loved watching the music, and would dance for 2 hours straight right next to the speaker if I let him. In New York he got to meet lots of Aunt, Uncles and cousins for the first time. I'm so proud of how well he adjusted to a different routine. This age is so much fun, and so SO busy. We are definitely working on boundaries right now, and I have a feeling we will be for awhile. Hudson is such a happy boy, and so curious about everything and how it works. He has a strong will and independent, both which I think are good qualities but just learning how to reign him in a bit! Ha. I think thats pretty normal for an almost two year old. All in all, we are loving this age! 

 

 Loved watching the cars from the hotel windows

 Boston

 Playing w/ Uncle Tim

 That place is crazy crowded, but a must!

 Lunch in Boston

 With my Uncle John

New York pizza!

 With Uncle John and Aunt Chris

Cousin Nicole

 Backstage watching the show

 Naptime in the green room

Loves the car!