It's been a busy week for us.  On Monday the weather was so nice; we went to the pool.  We didn't go in--it was icy--but we dangled our feet in the hot tub and watched the bubbles from the jet streams.  We were all dressed in our summer finest: me in a bathing suit top and sarong skirt, and Stephen in his cute swim trunks and UV blocking shirt.  He even wore his new ball cap.  It was so nice outside.  The breeze was cool and the sun was shining.  It felt great!

And right behind us, at the playgroud, were several kids with their mothers, all bundled in winter gear.  Winter boots, scarves, heavy coats, sweaters, mittens, and even woolen hats!  The mothers had heavy blankets and were wrapped up.  To ward off the warm breeze, I suppose.  They looked at us at the pool and seemed confused.  I was sweating just looking at them!

So that was our fun Monday.

Yesterday, Tuesday, Stephen had oatmeal cereal for the first time.  And he actually ate more than he got on him.  He seemed to like it, though I wouldn't say he loved it.

Then, last night, Stephen got the sniffles.  And a fever.  And the crankiness monster came out!  Stephen's nose has been stuffy and runny all day.  Last night he had a hard time sleeping, since the snot kept clogging his little breather, poor guy!

Today we've watched lots of cartoons, wiped lots of runny noses, taken a warm steamy bath, and not wanted to take proper naps.  Mommy's getting tired!

Aunt Mary came today for a visit from Chattanooga.  She'll stay for a few days, so hopefully Stephen's sickness is gone by tomorrow so we can enjoy him better.