Bedtime?? What?!?

So tonight was a late one. I met my friend Jody up at the gym to work out while Jason played basketball pick-up games and let Lincoln ride along in the ole' faithful jogging stroller...which he LOVES by the way.
Then we watched daddy work some of his magic on the court (he's still got it people!). Then Jason watched him at the gym while I met my supervisor for supervision at the coffee shop from 9:00-10:00pm. So none of us got home till around 10:00 - like I said, late night for the Link Man.
But I, the good mother, knew this and was prepared - Lincoln got in a 2.5 hour nap late in the afternoon and was geared up to make it a late night.
And what a good mood this little sucker was in all night! After playing and talking and jumping and throwing, I thought he'd crash right there in the gym from exhaustion. But he made it to the house and crashed around ten in his crib when daddy got him home. Usually, this means he's out till morning - especially going to bed that late.
You see, one of my favorite things to do is watch this little angel sleeping...so after he was snoozing for some time, I crept in his room to get my fix of the peaceful coos around 11:30pm and was greeted with this:




Yes, my friends, this is what we call Lincoln's COBRA POSE. And he was full-fledged in it. With a huge smile spread across his face. I just started laughing and reached for my camera because I was fully expecting a sleeping baby. He wasn't even making any noises - just wide awake, getting some midnight playtime in, apparently.
So, being the good mother that I am (ha), I got him up for half an hour and we played. Yes. Me, Lincoln, and Bruce Wayne.

Let the Good Times Roll...and roll and roll.

Today marks the beginning of "summer" for us as it is officially the first full week school-free. As most of you know, I usually don't talk about my work on this blog, and that's for a couple of reasons. One being that my job requires high confidentiality (like, if I told you something, I might have to kill ya - or just lose my licence, I guess), so the crazy madness I deal with day in/out (that would actually make terrific blog posts!) is just well, none of your business quite frankly. :) And the other reason, why talk about work on your blog? Yeah - enough said.
But today marks the start of my job taking a shift for the next three months, and in the past it's been a rather slow-paced, relaxing shift...like people put their troubles on hold for the summer months (only to resume full force in August), but nonetheless, the break is much needed and anticipated. Time to breathe.
And as I was setting in the shifting routines of summer today, I realized there is much to look forward to this summer...

*** 10-day trip to Destin

*** and finally, getting to indulge in Chris Martin madness
***My baby sister's wedding!!! Which includes lots of parties!!!



*** Relaxed work schedule which means more time with ever-so-funny Mr. Lincoln. Delicious.

Oh the Feelings of Accomplishments

The biggest accomplishment of them all - SCHOOL'S OFFICIALLY OVER. Yes, since I still work within a school district, this is just as exciting as it was 10 years ago. However, I found myself with back-to-back sessions all day Friday, only to be able to leave my office (which is in the school) at 5:30pm. As I walked to my car, I fathomed the tragedy before me - my car was the only car in the entire parking lot.
But long day Friday ended with me getting to spend the evening with my newly-engaged sister, Amy. We haven't had a chance to hang out, just the 2 of us (well, Lincoln came along), in a long time and it was refreshing, relaxing, and something we need to do more often.
Then on to Saturday: accomplishment #2...wedding dress? check. Bridesmaid dresses? check. Invitations? check. Programs? check. Wedding colors? check. Song I'm suppose to sing at my sister's wedding? um, we still have a negative on that one people (suggestions welcome!).
And of course, pictures of all the festivities today checking off our lists? um, of course, CHECK.

Starting the dress search...
The sisters.

Searching for dresses calls for a LONG day. So Kristen thought it would be fun to try some on and pose all model-esque??? Yeah. Obviously this is why neither of us will be seen on the next season of ANTM.

Then on for the second half of the Saturday...Jason and I accomplished working out which involved running while pushing Lincoln, then we decided to work in the flower beds while Lincoln played on his blanket in the yard (he LOVES the outdoors), which then resulted in me trading in the shovel for my camera to capture the sweet baby and his daddy:

Getting dark...time to go in :)

Bedtime Snack

We had a long afternoon. Went from Mrs. Linda's to Fayetteville to help Aunt Amy decide on a wedding/reception venue...played a lot with Uncle Nathan (or soon-to-be, I guess), went to Mimi's for dinner, then went to the gym and watched daddy play basketball games (I get lots of attention there!).
Then mommy thought it would be a good idea to come home and give me my bedtime bottle before I retired for the evening.
So instead of cradling me like a good mommy, she let me sit by myself and feed myself while she cleaned up the kitchen.
Boy did I show her.
When she was done in the kitchen and came to check on me, I had successfully squirted at least 1/3 of my milk all over me - I even had it dripping from my eyelids and matted in my hair.
Maybe next time she'll hold me. :)

Hot, Sunny Weekend!!!

Yesterday was a milestone - we took Lincoln swimming for the first time! We only stayed 30 minutes, though, so he (or us) wouldn't get burned. We trying to get him used to the water before the beach in a few weeks!
Below is him getting lathered in sunscreen by daddy:
Mimi bought him this floaty deal...he wasn't too sure about it yet, but he'll get the hang of it! He really liked sitting in the shallow slope of the pool and splashing around.

Jason and I went and played tennis with my parents today after church...the little Lincoln was a trooper! We played in his little son tent his aunt gave him the WHOLE time and loved it! His favorite thing is the wind blowing - he always has this confused look on his face; can't quite figure out where it's coming from!

Mimi bought Lincoln this life jacket for the beach...he looks like a fish in this picture - gearing up!!

Sara Taylor - Unsung Hero :)

Before you read this, please understand that I'M NOT A DOG THIEF and you really don't have to teach your dogs to "avoid that lady with the long dark hair and brown eyes that drives the black Camry"...I promise.

That said, we just found out (just, as in, 15 minutes ago) that Bruce's brother is, in fact, not Bruce's brother.
No folks...his name is actually "Pilot" and his owner is a college student named Jordan.
You see, my darling Sara was driving tonight and saw a flyer of a missing dog that looked an awful like "Bruce's Brother". She sent me a message via facebook telling me this, and I drove out to the spot where the flyer was (at 10:30pm), took one glance, and ripped down the flyer, because there was no need for it anymore.
Even funny is Jason coached the kid on his team some years ago. Saw I called Jason with the number and the kid was at our house in one minute - no joke.
And what a reunion it was - ha. we know how that feels. To get a phone call when you think your baby's gone for good, telling you he's found and alive!

Now back to what I started this post with (how I'm not a dog thief), I want you all to try and understand the HUGE coincidence that this dog had gotten out and was roaming with the pack of stray labs we see DAILY (who really are Bruce's brothers!).
I won't steal your dog. I promise.
Besides, Pilot made some good friends, he doesn't have to pay a pound fee, and he got to take naps in the bed. Dogs usually enjoy the McMahan house. :)
But this story couldn't of had a more perfect ending - Pilot's home (in a GOOD home) and we don't have a third dog!!!!!! :)

There's Gonna Be a Weddin'

And it's about time!! Nathan proposed to my baby sister last night and, thank the Lord - we're gonna have a weddin' people! For those of you who know me (and them, I guess), you KNOW how crazy insane their relationship story is - a true testament to God's faithfulness for those who patiently wait...and wait and wait and wait (then maybe even wait some more).
After the engagement, the new soon-to-be fam celebrated at my parents house. We're all going to the beach together in a few weeks (a long-time tradition of the 2 families since I was a Junior in high school), and this new excitement will add more sweetness to the trip!
Nathan and Amy dated for a bit when she was in Junior High School...after they broke up, they have never officially date until about 6 months ago. All those years in between, they were best friends, but Amy never felt like they were suppose to be dating. But Nathan did. And he pursued her and pursued her - never giving up, but exercising an amount of patience I'm not sure I'm even capable of! But last night it all paid off! And there has never been ANYONE that I would rather have marry my sister!!!
In reminiscing mode, I remember when our families went to Florida for vacation in 1999 (10 freaking years ago!), that Nathan and I went out by ourselves on the town and ALL HE TALKED ABOUT was how serious his feelings were for Amy (they weren't dating at the time), and 10 years ago my thought was "Man, you need to move one."
Boy was I wrong.
God is faithful.
And you can bet our conversations at the beach this year are gonna be quite different.
Here's some pictures from the night.

Lincoln has always loved his Uncle Nathan!!! (I can call him that, right?)

The proud mother and mother-in-laws

Check out this face! He's too young for that face!!!