Weekend in Nashville

After we arrived home from the field trip, Philip and I packed up and headed to Tennessee. Next week, the Bender crew is heading to Orlando but Philip will be spending the week in Nashville. He is looking forward to his own Magical Experience with Mimi and Pop Pop.

Before I left, I had some visiting to do. Friday, we went to Tucker photography for Philip’s 8 month panel shot. Philip did a great job and looked so adorable. For lunch, we joined Laura, Ford, and Cody at McDonald’s. It was so nice to catch up with them.

This little boy is too sweet! He brought in two toys so I think he was a little sad when he realized Jackson wasn't with me.

Cody, Laura, and Ford

After lunch we stopped for a brief visit with Emily at work. Then we headed back to the house so Philip could go down for a nap, and I could go get a pedicure with Emily. Freshly pampered, I then left for dinner with Susan, Ashley and Erin. Philip stayed home and was spoiled by Mimi, Pop Pop, Net, Drubby, and Uncle Melvin.

Bricktops - yummy!

Leanne, Susan, Erin, and Ashley (the birthday girl!)

Saturday was so relaxing. The morning began with a baseball game staring Caleb and Joshua.

Caleb the catcher

Joshua running to his position on third base.

The cheering section

Tim, Pop Pop, Drubby

Caleb and Pop Pop had a little chat about running bases. My dad loves going to these games though it does make him miss coaching - he coached all three of us in softball for 10+ years.

After the game and lunch, everyone came over to play. Ryan entertained Philip with Lego container.

Then Caleb entertained Philip with a book.

Then Joshua entertained us all by announcing that he and Pop Pop just walked two "ka-lam-a-na-tors" (kilometers). Too cute!

After all the play and laughter, a very tired Philip headed to bed early. I quickly joined him ready for Sunday- an exciting day of travel to Disneyworld!