Georgia Aquarium

Our Spring Break adventures started out in Atlanta. Thankfully we missed the tornado and the tornado missed the aquarium. Carter had been talking about seeing the whale sharks for months. All four of us were excited about seeing all the animals but especially the whale sharks.


The four whale sharks were beautiful. It was so neat to watch them up close.


Our budding photographers with their own digital cameras. Thanks Granmere!


The boys, all 3, enjoyed touching the rays and sharks in the petting pools. They also were able to pet horseshoe crabs, starfish, sea anemone, and shrimp. Carter, our marine biologist, knew all the answers to the questions during the pre-show time before the movie.


We all had a wonderful time and highly recommend the Georgia Aquarium. We were amazed that Mr. Whaleshark did not want a whale shark from the gift store. He picked out a stingray and Erek picked out a boat for the tub. The gift store also had a video about the journey of acquiring the 4 whale sharks. It was very interesting and informative.

The Big Snow of '08

On March 7th , the snow began. As most Memphians panic, schools were closed early to make sure everyone arrived home safe and sound. Saturday morning the boys had us up and out in the snow by 8 am. The boys loved it. By noon it was all gone and by Sunday we were wearing shorts and sandels. I'm sure all our Yankee friends and family are laughing at our "big" snow. At least it wasn't ice this year.

Carter's 7th Birthday Extravaganzas

This week we celebrated Carter's birthday. Then we celebrated it again. And then one final time. On Sunday we celebrated at home with family and friends. We had Carter's favorites chicken tenders and mashed potatoes. All homemade by Richard. We had a few other dishes for everyone else to enjoy. We finished off Sunday's dinner with cake and ice cream. This year Carter requested a whale shark. So here's Beth attempt at a whale shark cake. He liked it and that's all that matters.

















On Tuesday, the day, Richard surprised Carter with lunch at school. Carter shared cookies and juice with his class. After school and work Carter, Erek, Mom, and Dad went for a steak dinner. After dinner Grandmere came by for cake and presents. Carter loved his presents and Erek tried to become one.

On Saturday, March 1, we had Carter's party. This year the festivities took place at The Incredible Pizza Company. If you don't have one think of Chuck E. Cheese on steroids and for all ages. The kids and parents had a blast. Some of you may be thinking...wait isn't March 1 someone else's birthday...yes:) I graciously shared my day with Carter.