Cade is 8 months old!

Washington D.C.

So we made it home from our big trip to Washington D.C. And yes, we are all still speaking. We have several good stories to tell, between my mother getting her, my sister-in-law and myself lost and on our way to Maryland, and my father getting locked out of our room and asked to leave the hotel after falling asleep on the couch in the lobby. We had a great time and needless to say, several good laughs. Cade was an absolute angel. He was probably the best one on the trip. He didn't complain, he didn't care where we ate, he didn't cost any money and best of all, he enabled us to cut a very very long line! We stayed in Georgetown where they had every shop imaginable, but unfortunately, Uncle Matt's itinerary did not have shopping included. But that's quite alright, because by the end of each day we were all exhausted and ready for bed. We ate at some great places; down at the riverfront where Ryan and I splurged on $35/plate crab cakes and at Mr. Smiths' where I enjoyed a much needed mango daiquiri. The weather was beautiful. The first day was extremely hot, been then it seemed to get cooler each day after that. By the time we left, I was getting the chills from the wind blowing. Here are a few (haha) pics from throughout the week!

Cade watching Toy Story on our way to D.C.

Father's Day

On our way to Congressman Costello's office

At Congressman Costello's office, who by the way, has an incredible view of the Capitol but it is sort of bright so you can't really see it.



Holding Grampa's name tag while passed out during the Capitol tour.

In front of the Iwo Jima Memorial


George Washington's home




Ryan and Abe





WWII Memorial

Korean War Memorial

John A. Logan Tomb



Our final stop: Louisville Slugger-where Cade thoroughly enjoyed his new bat and threw an absolute temper tantrum when we tried to take it away. Look at his face in the last picture below. It is priceless! He looks so concerned that we're taking it away from him. Too funny!

3 years down...

On June 12th, Ryan and I will celebrate our 3 year anniversary. It has been a blast and I couldn't ask for a better partner in life. We have tons of laughs and can't wait to see what's in store for us the next 3 years. Thanks Ryan for always putting up with me and for entertaining me with your sillyness these past few years. But most of all, thank you for our precious son. It has been amazing watching you become a father. I love you both! Happy Anniversary!

Parker Anthony Diehl

Born 6.7.07

12:16 p.m. 6 lbs 5 oz

Parker and family are doing great! From what they've told me, Tonya did a wonderful job. And Bobby was great support as always. Although it all happened pretty fast, it might not have seemed that way for Tonya. She had planned to try no drugs, and tried to wait it out. She thought she had a while to go, and before she knew it, she was in need of her pain medication. But Parker was ready for his big debut and it was too late! So, hats off to Tonya for doing such an awesome job and looking so FABULOUS after delivering that baby. Congrats to Tonya and Bobby! You have a precious baby boy!

HaHa! I'm in daddy's recliner!

Happy Birthday Uncle Kody!

We weren't going to forget a special 14th birthday today! Thanks for letting us spend it with you. Cade and I had a great time! Too bad his daddy missed out, but he sends his wishes too. Hope it was a great one! We love you!

Cade's First Pool Experience

Cade and Adyson had fun at the Country Club this weekend! The fact that he was drenched in sunscreen didn't seem to bother him at all. He looked so sweet with his pale white skin and reddish blonde hair! Adyson looked adorable too with her spiked up pony tail and frilly swimswuit. They did really well except Cade was determined to get out of his floaty and into hers! I think he is starting to chase the girls a little early :)

Owen and Cade

I took these pictures at my brother and sister-in-law's new home over the weekend. The lighting was great, it was just too bad we couldn't get a better one of the boys together. And after Owen had taken so many pictures in his pajamas, he was not up for any more in an outfit. They still turned out pretty cute! Who would have thought the corner of a basement and Grammy Gaye's old desk chair would be such a good background. Thanks Uncle Matt and Aunt Jess for a great weekend and a great photography studio! Oh by the way, Owen is wearing Cade's hat in these pics. He really liked it!