Our little guy is growing up so fast

It seems like we never stop moving here in the big city.  Bryce certainly never stops moving.  His new found ability to climb everything and walk while holding on must be used every minute of every day.  It's an amazing thing watching him grow and explore.  It can also be extremely nerve racking as he is still pretty unsteady on his little feet.  He seems fearless now where before a small tumble would send him into hysterics, now he simply gets back up and tries again.  Here are some pics and videos of our little man from the last few weeks.

Bryce enjoying his ducky bath

We found a nice beach on Cass Lake not far from where we live.  Bryce loved the water and the sand.  He especially enjoyed floating on his little baby raft.  We had to pull him back a couple of times as he was trying to make a break for open water.    

Getting wet and loving it

Bryce chillin in the surf. 

Bryce loves spending time at the playground.  He is quite the little climber.  It was a little scary at first for us, but he showed no such reservations.  

Showing the slide who's boss

Crawling through a tunnel. He never got tired of this.

Brycers and Mommy swinging

Bryce learning to walk with the help of his new toy

We made the 4 hour drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes voted the most beautiful place in America, they weren't wrong.  It was simply amazing.  The beaches were gorgeous, the dunes were breath-taking, and the views were beyond spectacular.  We hiked about a mile up and down sand dunes to a beautiful overlook of the bay.  While it was tiring, especially carrying a nearly twenty pound baby who loves to squirm, it was completely worth it.  Of course we got to the top after hiking through dunes and prairie grass just to see a large parking lot right at the bottom of the hill.  Next time we'll probably just park there.  Still the experience was unforgettable.  Here are some pics of our time there.

Mommy and Bryce on the beach

Daddy and Brycers

View at the top of the hill/mountain

The start of our trek through the dunes.  Daddy couldn't help but make a few Tatooine references. 

Brycers loving his "hike"

Almost there Mommy.  Keep up!

Finally made it

That was a journey, but totally worth it.

Parking lot where we will probably start from next time

Bryce and Mommy at the top of the world

Viewing platform on the drive out of the park

We are looking forward to Grandma and Grandpa Gillespie's trip to visit us next weekend, and will update with all of the fun adventures from their visit soon.

Summer Fun in the D :)

We've had some fun times here in Detroit.  Bryce is getting bigger and much more adventurous.  This proves to be more taxing on us parents, but it sure is fun.  We went downtown for an afternoon, and spent some time at a children's museum.  They had a small planetarium that was just a little too dark and boring for Bryce.  He did enjoy all the other exhibits.

Bryce checking out electricity.

Remember Bryce... Do or do not, there is no try.

Daddy giving Bryce a rudimentary history lesson

(I only read the plaque)

Bryce loved seeing so many Brycers

After the fun at the children's museum we made our way down to the riverfront to have another peak at Canada.  We had to dive into the GM building as it started to rain almost as soon as we got there.  This afforded us the opportunity to ride the People Mover to Greek Town for some food.  And yes we did eat at a Mexican/American restaurant in Greek Town. Strange but still quite tasty.  

Canada.  Looks nice over there. Still weird looking south at Canada.

Long way to run to get out of the rain

Waiting to board the People Mover

This thing was more of a ride than a mode of transportation. Bryce was a little wary at first.

Greek Town

Metro Beach is a great place not far from where we live.  Unfortunately the water was closed for the day.  That didn't stop Bryce from enjoying the sprinkler park and looking out at the water.  He has his dad's love of grabbing a handful of sand and wanting to eat it immediately.  There were boats galore for Bryce to stare at.  He also is batting 1.000 at dropping his hat when he's sure we'll never notice.

Metro Beach

Daddy bringing Bryce's hat back, again.

Bryce quickly got over his initial trepidation. 

Splashing away

He's sure he can catch the water if he keeps trying.

Just like his old man, Bryce loves to eat sand. 

(We stopped him before too much made its way to his mouth)

Just a little too sunny for our little guy

Two dudes just hanging out

Some flowers at the park.  Black Eyed Susans I believe.

Bryce playing in the sprinkler park

Boats heading out onto Lake St. Claire

Hot day at the zoo.  Bryce loved the animals.  Especially when we went "Back in time" to the Jurassic period.  I think daddy enjoyed it the most though. We were all a little warm by the time the day was out, but it was a great time.  

Bryce view of... well I don't remember but I'm sure it was something interesting.

Mommy's favorite. Bryce wasn't scared at all of course.

Bryce and mommy at the fountain

You can almost see the excitement on his face

Deer.  Bryce is still bored.

What's that ahead Bryce?

Da daa. Da Daa. Da da daa da da da da. 

Even though they didn't move in herds. (or realistically) Bryce still got a kick out of it.

Video of Bryce trying not to move.  It's visual acuity is based on movement of course.

Brycers isn't afraid of a small meat eater

Mommy and Brycers and a... I can't remember. Somethingosaurus.

Back in the present... Giraffes, rhinos, and monkeys. Bryce wasn't quite as interested in these. It's kind of hard to top dinosaurs I guess.

Underwater area.  Great place to cool off.  Seals were swimming by so fast we couldn't get a picture of them.  So here are some pics of us.

Daddy looking a little nervous. (It's not that I was scared... I saw the abyss.  Crazy stuff happens under water.)

All in all a great day at the zoo. 

Good times in Detroit.  Can't wait to continue to update this blog with future good times.

Love from Detroit.