Well we made it to the BBQ with our deviled eggs and macaroni, and Hayden had a blast playing on his neat sheet. He and Carson played with the toys and barked at the dogs and even ate a little BBQ food. After the BBQ we came back for yet another nap, and then headed to Megan's house for dinner. We ate and Hayden explored all the things he isn't supposed to touch, but Megan loves him too much to mind.

We had a busy week of meetings and mommy-stuff, being out and about and hanging out with our friends. Hayden enjoyed a little time at daycare on Friday while I went to a baby shower for our friend Adrianne. She's due with her second girl in October, so we had fun celebrating her yet-t0-be-named baby girl's arrival. Friday afternoon we headed to post to make a banner for Jay. Which means of course, Hayden got to hang out with Leigh and I got glitter everywhere.

Saturday morning we made a spur of the moment trip to Kreuzberg after Jay requested some of the beer made by the monks. It was a quick trip up there, and a beautiful cool day for a stroll. Hayden loves to be out and about and didn't even mind having socks on or his hood up. What a compliant little guy! That night we had a mexican food night planned with the girls, and Hayden enjoyed terrorizing Heather's bulldog, Cali. He tried to "bark" back at her, but it comes out more like a yell. He and Carson played a little in the playpen together but mainly wanted to go up the stairs, push furniture around and try to eat dog food. Luckily we're a little faster than the babies!

Sunday morning we were up and out bright and early to go see Jay! The 173d brigade was in the same place for the first time (we have units in two cities in Germany and one in Italy) so they invited the families down for a little food and fun. We hadn't seen Jay in three weeks, so it was great to see his face! We spent most of the day enjoying the weather and hanging out, watching sports and letting Hayden have some daddy time. Hayden cut a top tooth yesterday, and he also clapped for the first time! It was exciting especially since Jay didn't miss any of it. He loves to clap now, especially in the car because he can see himself in the mirror. He's working on the waving as well but still prefers to do that only in the mirror.

We're both excited for Jay to come home tomorrow and just hang out and be lazy for awhile! We have tons planned in October and November so I'm looking forward to some down time with my boys.