Well, we've been in the Outer Banks all week enjoying the clouds and intermittent drizzle. I wish I could say we've been experiencing sun and sand but that's just not the case. We've gotten some sunny moments here and there and have taken full advantage of every ray we can get out on the deck but for the most part it's just been pretty overcast and not so "beachy". I guess we can't be too bitter, we've had some really good beach weekends over the summer in Maryland and have been able to take Kai every time without it being too hot or unbearable for him.

Lucy has had some serious quality beach time. She and Daddy have trooped down to the surf a few times this week where Lucy has made a mad dash for the water (I'm such a proud mama) and has chased the birds with a vengeance. That's my dog! She has also been super spoiled, as usual, by getting a special trip to the doggie store for treats and even got her own burger on our last outing to Five Guys. What other dog do you know that gets a $5 burger all for herself?

OGO commented a while back asking if I ever got my midnight purchase, the exercise machine I bought after seeing it on television while feeding Kai in the middle of the night. Well, the answer is yes. I did get it! It sat in the box in the back room for about 3 weeks. Then, I finally had a chance to put it together and I've used it a total of 3 times since putting it together. It's funny how little time you have to yourself when you have an infant to take care of. That being said I have vowed to myself to make a point to work out at least three times a week once we're back and we're back to a real routine - work, exercise, etc. I have to say, using the machine, it was kind of fun but also felt like it was working the areas that it's meant to - the abs and legs. I am looking forward to using it when we get home!

I am so not looking forward to being back at work and into the real deal routine as of Tuesday. I have to say, this week has been great for Kai's routine. We've had him bathed, fed and in bed by 7/7:30pm every night and HE HAS SLEPT THROUGH THE NIGHT THE LAST TWO NIGHTS IN A ROW - I know, I'm jinxing myself by saying this, and hell, we may get home to discover that he only sleeps in North Carolina, who knows, but I sure as hell hope not! He has been fussing around 3/4am but he has just wanted his passi then it's right back to sleep until around 6/7am. That's almost 12 hours of sleep. God, if this continues it will be a blessing.

Anyway, here are some pictures of the world's cutest baby, Enjoy!