Tim Tebow (or lack thereof)

We all know what a huge Florida Gators fan Bo is. So when the star of their team came to Mobile for the Senior Bowl, Bo didn't want to pass up a chance to see him. Bo went to the team practice in Fairhope, where he got to see Tim Tebow in action. Then, a buddy of his decided that they should go to the "meet the players" event in Mobile. Bo thought it would be neat for Hampton to have an autograph from the year he was born, so the plan was hatched.

Bo and his friend arrived at 10am to make sure they got a good place in line before the doors opened at 3:30pm. They and hundreds of other fans waited in the "Tim Tebow Line" for hours, getting more excited to get the opportunity to meet him and grab his autograph. Until about 3:15, that is, at which point they found out that Tim wasn't coming!!! He had strep throat and didn't want to be sick for the game or to pass it on to the massive crowd. Totally understandable.

What was terrible, though, was that the Senior Bowl staff knew he wouldn't be there for hours before the event, but decided not to tell the crowd!!! So, the people waiting to see him not only missed Tim Tebow, but didn't get to see any of the other players, either, since you had to choose who you wanted to see. Bo said there were crying kids and VERY upset people there, since the crowds had started forming at around 4am! Bo took it all in stride, though, and was consoled by a yummy dinner at our favorite mexican restaurant. Hampton may not have that autographed football, but least Bo will have a funny story to tell about the autograph that almost was!

crowds waiting to see the famous Gator

Bo's snapshot from the Senior Bowl practice

Pet the Kitty

Hampton is mostly oblivious to our pets....until last week, that is. He had his first "Ike encounter", which was so funny! Ike was lounging on the bed, and Hampton was sitting with Bo. He decides to "pet" Ike with his fist, then he started pulling her fur. Ike's reaction? Purring like crazy! She loved it. We hope all future pet/baby interactions go as well!

3-Month Photo Shoot

High Chair Fun

Hampton loves to sit up and look at the world, so we decided it was time to get out his high chair and see what he thought. His chair isn't a traditional one, so it actually sits very low and straps on to any dining room chair you have. It reclines in several positions, too, so you can actually use it from day one. (We're mentioning this for all of you safety nuts out there!). Anyway, we got the chair out and put it directly on the floor, strapped Hamp in, and started playing. As you can see below, he LOVED it!!! We've used it several times now, and each time he gets so excited! So indulge us as we share waaayyy too many photos of him playing......

Fever

It was bound to happen at some point, but Hampton has been battling his 1st fever. He started running it Monday night, and ran one most of the day yesterday. We talked to our doctor, who told us not to worry, but we still did anyway! Mostly, Hamp has just been very flushed, and a tad bit cranky. He seems to be feeling much better today, and mommy & daddy are very relieved!

one exhausted little boy

Splish, Splash, I Was Taking A Bath

Hampton has finally outgrown the newborn insert in his baby tub, and we're now sitting up like a big boy! He had his first bath in the bathroom (usually we put his tub in the kitchen sink), and boy, was he excited! He had such fun kicking, splashing, and laughing, and we finally caught some photos of that adorable grin.

Happy 3-Month Birthday!

Sunday was Hampton's 3-month birthday. We can't believe how fast time is flying by, or how he's changing daily. It seems like everyday he has a new skill and finds new things interesting and fun.

Current Likes:

sleeping through the night

putting things in his mouth

mirrors

"standing up"

going on walks in the stroller

Current Dislikes:

changing clothes multiple times

not being fed as soon as he decides he's hungry

when his swing batteries die

getting out of the bathtub

not being able to see what's going on