Adventures in Babysitting

Russell and I got the privilege of watching our adorable nephew Carter for the weekend while his parents went out of town. It was so much fun- and so much work! He is your typical 2 year old boy- he never stops! We were both so exhausted and it definitely gave us a new appreciation of people with kids :) (hopefully it didn't deter too much from us wanting our own kids!)

Carter loves trains and Thomas the train- which he refers to as 'Choo Choos'. He is easily entertained by watching it on TV and so bless his heart- he let us sleep in a little while he watched trains. (Thanks for the tip Jill!)

After getting up and going we headed outside to do some yard work and Carter had a blast just running around and playing with the dogs.

*he even did some shoveling for us!*

While working we took a break to blow bubbles until he decided it was more fun to pour them in the dogs water and then play in the water! He was also really good at using the spray bottle for when the dogs barked. (though I think he sprayed himself more than the dogs!

After our hard work outside, it was time for a snack

*he LOVED playing in the dog food though I don't think any was consumed*

then a nap (after reading a book of course)

After a nice nap for all three of us, we headed to the park to play on the Wee (the slide) and run around. Carter had a blast and it was a lot of fun. I just wish they had swings for big kids too!

Sunday we only had church for an hour due to the temple dedication and since Carter was asleep we opted to stay home. Carter did such a good job while at our house and the dogs loved the entertainment and all the food he shared with them! The dogs soon learned that when Carter was eating he would share or "drop" stuff. Sometimes he even so kind as to feed them right from his spoon! What a good little sharer he is :) Sunday night I took Carter out to my parent's house where we celebrated Missy's 30th birthday and my Grandpa Pete's birthday. Ali was here from Idaho so we got to see the girls and Trevor and Carter had a blast playing with all of them and Olivia.

*Happy Birthday Mis!*

*Carlye and my cute grandpa*

*Kennedy, Brooklyn & Carter*

After a long day I returned Carter to his eagerly waiting parents and headed home for some much needed sleep. It was a great weekend - thanks for letting us watch the cute munchkin!