B & C Mann Fam

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2011

2012-01-02T19:50:00.001-08:00

Our Christmas break started out a little rough - Zach got an ear infection Christmas Eve! Poor little guy!
But he still got in his Hokie gear to welcome Grandma & Poppops!
We were so excited to have them with us for the holidays!
Zach couldn't wait to show Poppops his mad soccer and Tball skills!
We took a drive out to Oneonta for some Christmas lights!
Makayla & Zach loved it! We drove through twice!
FIRST PRESENT - Zach's annual ornament from Grandma! :)
After hanging his new guitar and train on the tree, he decided to take a ride on the wild side!
Makayla with her first ornament!
Poppops & Makayla :)
Grandma trying to get some food in this girl!
Zach helping Grandma choose which cookie cutters to use
Santa Baby!
Definitely ready for the season
Poppops helped Zach build an engine for his train
Good job boys!
Getting cookies ready for Santa
Zach with his overflowing stocking! He must have been good this year!
Grandma enjoying Christmas morning!
2 little munchkins
Santa left a big Z of presents for Mr. Zach!
Miss Makayla enjoyed chilling in Zach's new car chair
And Blake got Zach one of his favorite children's books: "The King Who Rained"
And his favorite present from Santa - GUITAR!
Makayla showing off her cute new shirt
Then off to Grandma & Grandpas
Makayla LOVED Cody's fur
And Zach loved Makayla's feet! ;)
Grandma helping Makayla open a present
And oh yes - another guitar - but this one's electric!
And another favorite - the block train!
And Auburn shorts so he can look just like J!
Makayla got her first ball cap
And what baby's first Christmas isn't complete without a little jumpy jump!
Poppops and Zachary watching some basketball
Daddy & Kay catching some zzzzs!
Makayla with her great grandparents
Balloon time!
Swing for outside OR inside! ;)
Poppops and Makayla sneaking a peek!
Blake & Grandma
Our first gingerbread house - Zach was just a little bit excited!
Blake getting artistic!
Zach showing off the masterpiece
Makayla & Grandpa
BON BON TIME!
Our little princess
Bring on the pops & the crowns
Royal family
Great grandparents - notice Poppops awesome prize
Grandma & Grandpa showing off their hats
And Zach & Justin sitting at his new table
The whole gang
Had to hit Zoolight Safari during the holidays
Zach couldn't wait to ride the train
Makayla quite enjoyed it too!
Every time we go to the zoo we have to get a giraffe shot!
We had a great time
But then we got caught!
And Zach got to try roller wheels
Mom did quite a good job! ;)
Thanks Grandma & Grandpa!
And putting up Zach's new swingset!
This swing was supposed to be for Makayla but Zachy loves it
Makayla enjoyed just sitting on the swing in the grass
And what is more fun that a big cardboard box?!
Our little girl is growing up
Little Sis - Big Brother shirts!
And Zachy sure is a great big brother - always wanting to love on sister
Take down time!!!
Teaching sister piano
And she boogies around in her walker
And couldnt complete the holiday without college bowl games!
Hokie Hokie Hokie High!!!! :)

The game didnt go so well but we still had a wonderful holiday!!!

Santa Visit & Getting Ready for Christmas

2011-12-06T13:59:00.001-08:00

Is Christmas here yet?!
Not yet, but we're going to see Santa today! :)
Off to our annual trip to Bass Pro Shops to see Santa & his Winter Wonderland!
Zach rode this horse around the store while we waited for Santa
As soon as we entered Santa's gates, Zach was a little nervous to say the least!
But he had candy canes and that made Zach want to go a little closer
No lap but a high five will do!
And Miss Makayla loved her first time meeting Santa
We shopped around a bit
They decorate the store beautifully
Zach thought he would take this one home!
Makayla is now 6 months and started solids
Handyman Zach working on his train from Lowes
He had a blast
With the finished caboose
Got our tree up & Makayla loved rolling around underneath
Lucky Uncle Justin - we had another caboose to put together!
They had fun!
Let the teething begin! Lots of drool but no teeth yet.
And gotta love diaper time!
Look at our cute babies - Mister Tan & Miss Pale :)
Pajama party!
Can't wait til Christmas! :)

Thanksgiving in Utah

2011-12-05T12:24:00.001-08:00

We headed out to Utah for Thanksgiving - Zach was tired before the trip had even begun!
Mama Kennedy was so excited to see Baby Makayla
And Zach loved being with his cousins again
We went to the Leonardo Museum in Salt Lake
Fun with the green screen
And clay modeling
Zach listening to some tunes while holding the clay figure Nana made
Makayla's favorite part was the mirror room
We also stopped by to see Auntie Winnie!
First time for Makayla to meet her
Zachary giving hugs before heading out - We love you Winnie!
Makayla enjoying Kennedy's Baby Alive
Austin sharing his toys with Makayla
The boys working! ;)
Zach discovered high heels this trip
And a trip to Utah isn't complete without bowling!
Kennedy made sure Makayla was watching
Zach was the keeper of the balls
He loved bowling though! Refused to use the guider - notice the location of his ball in the background!
Ross reading Makayla a story
Zach cleaned up the toys including himself!
Raegan and Zach's piano concert
Corn dogs and beans - lunch of champions!
And naps were taken basically anywhere - when he passed out!
Got some delicious sushi too!
Also hit the Children's Museum at the Gateway
Lots of fun exhibits
Makayla even got to ride a horse!
And once again - napping on the floor after passing out from tiredness!
Makayla and Raegan
Zach had a hey day with the kittens!
Ah nap time - Ross soothing Makayla (notice the awesome binky holder he made her)
And on the warmest day we headed to Hogle Zoo
We had the place pretty much to ourselves!
Zach loved seeing all the animals with Nana
Watching the giraffe eat
Makayla and Nana getting in line with the giraffes!
Our own monkeys!
The Monkey Manns
Monkey Makayla
Riding the elephant's trunk
We had lots of fun
As did Nana & Grandpa!
One last cousins pic before we headed out

What a fun trip!

Wheeler Lake & Other Fun Pics

2011-11-16T09:20:00.000-08:00

Our Wheeler lake adventure!
It was cold but the boys still went fishing...
and we still went skiing!
This is a boat boy for sure!
Had to get out the dry suits for this 60 degree water!
Last ski for the season
We enjoyed the cabin & time with family
LEAVES!
Our little guppy!

Makayla is 5 months old & loving her Jumper!
Boys, video games, & underwear!
Delicious ice cream!
Driving already!
And our first jealousy issue - sister sitting in Zach's eat seat!
He forgave her! Back to sibling love!

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-31T13:57:00.001-07:00

It's Halloween time! One of our favorite times of the year!

We had a family party at our house - got festive with hot dog mummies, pumpkin rolls, pumpkin bread, along with ghost, cat, & pumpkin shaped cookies and sandwiches!

Annual pumpkin carving!

Zach did awesome scooping with his spoon And our little pumpkin! She decided the side was rather tasty or at least different! Grandpa, Zach, & Blake working hard on their creations Zach did stickers and worked intensely - however the stickers kept going from the pumpkin to the floor, to the hoop, to ... Justin joining in on the fun!
Then Zach had to show Grandma his mad Wii baseball and tennis skills!
Blake's pride and joy!
Our pumpkin masterpieces!
Then of course Ichabod Crane!
Baby Boo!
Our little monster!
Such a sweet little pumpkin!
Zach was a NASA Astronaunt
All the kids at church trunk or treat!
Zach & Makayla closeup next to Mushu, Angry Bird, Skeleton, and Buzz!
Off to get candy or treats as Zach calls them!
Daddy enjoying the fun
Makayla and Caitlyn
With Jack Sparrow!!! AWESOME!
In festive Halloween PJs!
Zach got to wear his to school for a Halloween party!
The munchkins resting up with Daddy for the big weekend!
Headed to Boo at the Zoo
The baby lion cubs were even in the spirit playing with pumpkins
Our little lion!
And tiger - ROAR!
It was a little chilly but lots of fun
Zach sure does love his baby sis
And she loves having her brother to play with
Off to the outlet malls for some trick or treating
And instead of our astronaunt going to the moon, he discovered the Great Pumpkin!
Mommy took the kids all dressed up to work - they were quite the hit!

And we said farewell to Aubrey who watched the kids in Huntsville :(
We already miss you!
All suited up one more time for trick or treating
What a fun month! :)

Pumpkin Patch 2011

2011-10-17T09:21:00.001-07:00

It's that time of year again! Headed to the Pumpkin Patch!

Grandma and Grandpa Harrison came too!

Zach & the pumpkins

Makayla & Zachary - so hard to get a good picture of both of them!

Makayla enjoyed her first trip to the patch

Zach guided the way!

Which pumpkin to pick?

How about I just roll and play with all of them?!

Including my little sister!

Mommy & Makayla

M&Z with the grandparents

The Mann Fam

Makayla with Grandma

Then off to the inflatable park - once Zach saw the slides it was over

He even tackled this massive one

Brave little guy!

And of course can't go without a visit to the tractor

And since Makayla is going to be a pumpkin for Halloween - we figured what better place for a picture!

Oh the kids!
We had a great time!

Ending to Water & Warm Weather Fun

2011-10-17T09:20:00.000-07:00

As it has been getting cooler, we are trying to get out on the boat as much as possible!

Blake got his skidders this year!

Ah the naps on the boat

And Makayla is growing! Can't believe she is 4 months old!

She has found the feet!

And had to hit the Splash Pad one last time!

Zach pretty much had the whole place to himself

This kid loves the water

Makayla conked out for the event

Oh happy days!

Then Daddy brought home a surprise - sidewalk chalk!

Zach had a great time drawing (as did Daddy)

And we have been practicing T-ball almost every night lately!

Mommy back on the ski - air rolls are back!

And Zach has discovered the front of the boat - loves it!

Nice height!

Makayla sitting pretty

Loves her new exersaucer as does Zach

Each trip out gets colder

But the kids still love it!

And Zach is already dressing Makayla! Gotta love big brothers!

Washington DC 2011

2011-10-10T13:24:00.003-07:00

Next stop WASHINGTON DC!

The gang with the Washington Monument

World War II Memorial

Lincoln Memorial

Definitely a favorite

Amazing how they built these structures and sculptures

And had to stop by the White House and say hi to the President!

More walking!

And more Washington Monument

Strong Blakey!

Closeup - any more pics anyone?! ;)

Went to Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington cemetery and timed it perfect to see the changing of the guards

Humbling how many soldiers have given their lives

And of course had to eat at Hard Rock

On the road again

The great Capitol building!

Love our adopted Kennedy!
Zach was amazed with the giraffe doing the splits at the Smithsonian

It became a split party!
Uncle Tyler took Makayla for a ride around the museum

T-Rex!

And the kids (& Blake) competed in a paper airplane competition at the Air & Space Museum
Twizzlers and Dino - what could be better?!
Austin & Zach chillin

Shopping before heading out!

Off to the Archives, which we missed by a half hour! Dang winter hours!

But we got these CUTE pics of Zach on the stairs so I guess it's ok!

He watched some locals hail a cab so he decided he should try it out!

Then of course wrestling in the grass

And we were so excited cause Makayla got to meet her other Great Grandma!

Great Grandma Stevens with Zachary & Makayla. We were so glad we got to see her!

It was a great way to end the trip!

New York City 2011

2011-10-10T13:24:00.001-07:00

Zach helping us pack! He got his walker so he was good

On the airplane - Zach loved it!

Layover in Chicago
We arrived in New Jersey & Logan and Makayla met!
Zach loved playing with all their fun toys! And in case you were wondering - he made it 8 seconds!

The next day we headed into NEW YORK CITY!
Parked and ready to walk (and boy did we!)

Makayla was a trooper - happy all the day long! :)

Of course she always had Mama Kennedy to keep her happy!
Or Rossy
Or strangers on the street!

Times Square with the whole bunch!

Family shot

Our little traveling kids!

Zach and Uncle Tyler - looks like Zach found his ear too!
What trip to NY is complete without hitting a hot dog stand!
The carrier chicas!
Mamas & Babies :)
Toys R Us - biggest one in the world
Some pretty big candy too!

Zach knows good when he sees it!

And what can beat another riding pony?!

Cute couple!

Then off to Central Park

Swings

Ross & Zach - buddies!

Slide time!
Daddy had to get in on the fun!
Kennedy & Courtney providing some dance entertainment
All the cousins - minus the babies
Oh there is Makayla - sad she didn't get to be in the other photo!
Da girls

We stopped in front of Radio City - ah my dream to be a Rockette!
Then on to Mars 2112 to eat after some NBC shopping
In the space shuttle - Raegan had no idea of the martian about to eat her brains
Zach finally crashed during dinner - ball in hand of course
And Makayla sure made her rounds! Kennedy first...
Zombie Tyler next...

Sweet Aunt Carin...
And finally made it back to Mommy with Gavin in hand!

After dinner ventured to the arcade
And back to Times Square at night!
Makayla and Logan chatting it up

Raegan & Court enjoying the TKTS seats!

The kids loved all the lights!

What a fun day & it's still not done!

Off to the Empire State Building

So hard to get a good picture at night!

But it was beautiful!

Zach thoroughly enjoyed the slippery floors and proceeded to do the middle splits anywhere he could!

And oh how Zach grew to love Ross!

Can you guess what we are doing tomorrow?
Drive home for some quick shut eye!
In line for Statue of Liberty!
Carin & Zach - aren't they cute?! :)

All aboard the ferry

Enjoying the ride
Almost to Lady Liberty

Makayla enjoying her warm home in the stroller
Zach's splits didn't go as well today - overalls just aren't made for it!

And up we go into the crown!
Blake & Makayla bringing up the caboose

After some very narrow and steep stairs, we are IN THE CROWN!!!

Our little munchkins were super lucky to get to go up - we somehow missed the child swap location! Whoops! But they did great - Zach walked up almost the whole way by himself!

And Miss Makayla enjoyed giving her Daddy an extra good workout!
We met Mel & Tad back on the pedestal
Ah the cousins!
Mommy & Zach taking a stroll around

Two beautiful ladies!

And a handsome Mann!
The whole gang
We really enjoyed our time here
Dog pile party!
Oh the fun never ends

One more shot with Statue of Liberty!

And a shot of the city

We finished our day with some shopping in Canal Street.
Then we had to say farewell to the Teeples.
Thank you for letting us crash at your place! :)
Zach & Ethan - tired much?!
We had an action packed couple of days but it was a blast!

Orange Beach Sept 2011

2011-09-25T20:15:00.000-07:00

Back to the beach for our fall trip!
Makayla took her first swim!
She really enjoyed it
And Daddy too!
Uncle Justin came to play too
Got to watch some gorgeous sunsets
So glad Grandma & Grandpa invited us
Zach loved feeding the birds
and then chasing them!
Makayla and Grandma C
First thing in the morning, Zach heads to the balcony
Grandpa Joe enjoying some Makayla time
Cheeky monkey playing games
Buried in the sand
Lounging at the pool
Zach our little fishy
Loves playing with J
Incognito!
Mommy & Makayla at dinner
Makayla helping Daddy with work
Grandma C with her 2 grandbabies
Silly Uncle Justin
Zach loved this intertube we found at the pool
And here he is as "Hitch" - had an allergic reaction to something we think - his ear got huge!
And Makayla toppled over in her bassinet - but stayed asleep thru it all
Daddy & Zachy take a morning walk
Zach keeping a close handle on sister
Beach fam
Oh how we love it!
Zach really loved jumping the waves this year
And collecting seashells
And splashing of course!
Makayla enjoyed hanging with Uncle Justin
Weeeeee! :)
Our footprints
Zach discovered his shadow
And precious Makayla waking up from her nap at the pool
Classic balcony shot
Da boys out for all you can eat crab
One more balcony shot
Grandma, Grandpa, & the kids
And a final lunch at Doc's always completes a great trip to the beach!

Rodeo Plus Boating - Sweet Weekend!

2011-09-14T14:34:00.001-07:00

The two rugrats!
We got the Bumbo out for Makayla and it has become Zach's new favorite chair!
We experienced our first local Alabama rodeo! It was an experience.
We went with our buddies the Lymans
Zach even went out in the arena but once he made eye contact with the clown, he turned back!
And here is the gang sitting on the scary bleachers!
Cool dude cruisin around
Zach rode on an inflatable jet ski by himself
He loved it!
The girl conked out
Awake again! :)
Cute little boat munchkins
Ah good times of summer
Daddy and Makayla
Burrito Zach after a cool swim
Sunset shot
And happy Makayla - great weekend!

Happy 60th Birthday Mom!

2011-09-13T14:39:00.001-07:00

Mom turned 60 this year so we had to go out to celebrate!
Zach of course had to help Grandma open her gifts!
Makayla was worn out after all that cake!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM! :) We love you!

Makayla's Blessing Weekend

2011-09-06T08:48:00.001-07:00

Little Makayla is already 3 months old - here she is after her shots!
She is really smiling and giggling now!
Zach's newest favorite game is baseball - so he had to show Nana & Grandpa his skills
Then we went to a Barons game, which Miss Makayla loved
Zach made some new friends by the dugout
And finally got up enough nerve to give Ruff five
Grandpa & Makayla
Enjoying the fireworks
What a fun event!
In jail?! :)
Grandpa & Zach enjoying new treasures we found at garage sale
Makayla's Blessing :)
It was a bit rainy but Zachy loved it!
Our beautiful girl
Cutie pie!
Our family
Nana & Grandpa with the kids
Grandma & Grandpa (say "ball"!)
Enjoying the party!
Beautiful Makayla Courtney Mann!
Hiding out
Nana & Grandpa enjoying their trip
Zach trying on Grandpa's hood or getting choked! he he ;)
And Grandpa & Nana leaving in the midst of a massive rain (aftermath of Hurricane Irene)

10 Mann Wolfpack - BAMA!

2011-08-29T08:54:00.001-07:00

Tyler, Carin, Raegan, Ross, Kennedy, and Austin came down to Alabama for another fun adventure & to meet Miss Makayla
Mamma Kennedy couldn't get enough of Makayla
Cute cousins - Zach was in heaven!
Ah the gang together at last!
Ross loved holding Makayla & did a great job
We went to Six Flags their first day here!
Zach Mann or Batman?!
Zach & Mommy
Crazy Uncle Tyler - Makayla sure enjoyed playing with him
Austin and Zach enjoying kiddie land
All aboard!
Our own Super Mann!
We had a blast!
It was dang hot but hardly any lines at all!
And the kids were worn out - peaceful ride home :)
Zach enjoying his morning buddies
And of course we had to hit the lake!
Raegan showed us her mad skills on the sky ski!
Kennedy entertaining Makayla
Zach and Austin - might as well be brothers! :)
Ross riding like a champ!
Happy girl
Kennedy even decided to try it out
Swimming fun
Tyler & Zach enjoying the ride
And couldn't be complete without a game of ball!
Ariel?! Queen of the world?!
Aunt Carin with her newest niece
Raegan being a great cousin and providing Zach a bed!
Then off to the beach!
Ah Orange Beach - love it!
Mommy & Makayla hanging in the shade
Like Doritos much?!
Bath time!
Just doing a little chillaxing!
Makayla testing out the water
Relaxing at the pool
Dog pile on Blake!
The kids hanging out!
Makayla chilling
Zach playing ping pong!
The whole gang after dinner - yummy!
Tyler & Zach chilling with the Doritos
Ross buried and Zach observing
Makayla just enjoying the heat
Kennedy & Zach digging away
Lounge time
Austin buried
Da boys (and Makayla in tow)
Mommy & Zach swimming
On the Florida-Alabama line - thus Flora-Bama
Carin and her chillins with her favorite - the turtle!
Pier fun
It was beautiful
And look at these awesome fish we caught!
Austin & Zach - such buddies
Zach and Ross at Lulus for dinner
Makayla zonked out
Da boys enjoying bubbles
A final good-bye to the beach
And what trip is complete without souvenier shopping?!
Back at home - the fun continues
Biscuits and Gravy - a Southern tradition
Kennedy still making Makayla laugh
And loving on Uncle Tyler
And the tackling continues
Zach loved playing with all Ross' toys
2nd day at the lake = bridge jumping
Tyler & Raegan were the first
Down goes Tyler - it was a long way down
And finally Raegan!
Blake & Ross joined in on the fun
Front flip off for Blake - craziness!
Carin & Zachy
Little Miss Kennedy riding like a pro!
Next stop rock jumping
And after much debate Carin finally jumped off the bridge too!
Kids enjoying the temple grounds

Joe and Carla came to say hi The post pic
Oldest to youngest - every 2 years!
Went to O'Charleys after for some good grub!

What a fun week!

Georgia Mountain Fly-In 2011

2011-08-15T07:53:00.001-07:00

We made our annual trip to Lake Chatuge for the Georgia Mountain Fly-In!

This is Zach's 3rd year - he hasn't missed one yet!

He was a hit at the Mexican restaurant! Ole!

Family shot

Blake taking on the Saltine challenge - eat 6 crackers in one minute with nothing to drink!

Mr. Zach swimming like a maniac! He was in heaven with all the water!

Relaxing on the dock before heading back out to ski

Have you ever seen such a big chair?!

Troy "Yeti" and Blake wanted their turn!

The kids loved Miss Sheena!

Zach couldn't even stay awake for a book he was so exhausted!

And in the morning the first thing he did was put on his life jacket and say "Ball"!

Zach had a blast playing with his new pal Ali - a fellow hydrofoiling kid!
Can't wait til next year!

Summer Fun

2011-07-25T14:00:00.001-07:00

We've been staying busy this summer & trying to keep cool!

Zach got this pool for his birthday and LOVES it!

This kid could live in water!

Makayla chilling in the bouncer

Beautiful girl all ready for church

Motorcycle Mann!

Makayla loves talking to her Daddy!
This is Zach's best bud Abby!
This is the life!!!
Zach still loves shoes & now socks!
Still enjoying the boat
And Mr. Zachary is becoming quite the little swimmer!
He knows how to float on his back now
Every time he rolls over on his back, he crosses his feet :)
Zach and Abby riding along
They can't get enough of each other!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRPAuSdiD1g
Boat Mates!
TUBING! :)
Sucker loving Zach! (one in each hand)
My favorite picture of Makayla thus far!

Getting giggly! LOVE IT!

Zach still wants to be close to Makayla at all times and make sure she is taken care of

Makayla's First Baseball Game!
Zach loved watching the game - "SWING" was his favorite word of the night!
He decided towards the end of the game he would rather sit on the stairs instead of the seats
Friday Night Fireworks - gotta love the Barons!
Getting ready to ski!
What a stinker!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqCSp6-RBTk
Swimming all by himself!
This kid is fearless!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwIlkKOiofY
Nap time!
Ah the joys of quiet time
Zach combined his 2 favorite birthday gifts - Water Tball!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_3x_urmgKo
And Zach still loves the Splash Pad
Our attempt at a picture together - Makayla didn't like the wetness!
But she sure loves her Daddy!

Trip to Grandma & Poppops

2011-07-12T13:07:00.000-07:00

Makayla's First Flight!! And one last flight with Zach under 2! We headed to Grandma & Poppops since they live only a couple hours away from one of Blake's projects in Durham, NC
We had fun playing (especially Grandma!) during the week while Blake went back to work
Zach swung in his first big boy swing! (We won't mention how he ended up toppling out of it cause he was intensely watching some other kids)
So we went back to the little kid swing!
Makayla really got smiling a lot while we were there!
Zach and Poppops spent many days outside learning the game of golf!
And we happened to be there over Zach's birthday so he got another party/cake!
There were balloons EVERYWHERE! He was in heaven
We went to Mill Mountain Zoo one day
It was a fairly small zoo but Zach had a blast
Grandma & Zach riding the train
And it's tradition now for Zach to play with Poppops hats
Grandma talking sweet to Miss Makayla (Zach supervising)
Newspaper hat modeled by Zachary and created by Poppops
Snuggling with Poppops before night night
And Zach discovered the hose! Check out that mischevious grin!
He had a blast spraying Grandma & chasing her around the yard!
We also went to the Salem fair
Cool Lego figures
He was a 1/2 inch too short for all the rides to do alone so he & Daddy rode the dragon roller coaster!
But this was Zach's favorite ride - "Rest Area" - HA!
It was hot but fun!
Wore Grandma out - she was even too tired to swat the flies! ;)
Makayla grinning at her Poppops
Zach got baseball & golf a bit confused - He thought he should pitch the ball to Poppops to hit!
Zach kept having Grandma walk on all 4s - he thought it was hilarious (as did the rest of us)! She is a great sport!
Makayla with her Great Grandma
We were sad to say good-bye but so glad we got to spend some time with them! Couldn't ask for better great grandparents!
Zach got to try his first lollipop on our way to the airport
And we decided since he was over 2 now, we better just check him with the luggage! ;)
At least we are now guarunteed 3 seats together! :)
More room to sleep!

What a fun trip!

Zachary's 2nd Birthday Weekend Celebration!

2011-07-08T05:41:00.001-07:00

Our 1st celebration for Zachary's 2nd birthday was over 4th of July weekend!
It wore Makayla out just thinking about it!
Zach is now the proud owner of a junior sky ski! Happy Birthday Buddy!
YAHOO! Can't wait to ride all by myself!
At least he can get his feet in standing - Blake was a bit sad when we put him on the seat and his feet didn't even reach the board ;)
Makayla's First Bath among the weekend events :)
We went to the Splash Pad since Zach loves water
Makayla enjoyed lounging
Daddy & Zach swinging
Zach loved these water rings
Check out the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1w-cdwKYy4
Then we had to hit the lake & got Justin out on the ski again
Had a blast playing in the water
Makayla enjoying the heat :)
Zach had a blast jumping off the boat
We also let him have some fun eating - yes he is using a measuring cup for his spoon!
Who needs a spoon for yogurt?! :)
Then we had a family party at Grandma & Grandpa's
A quick video of the fun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wt-ERwqs59w
He got a T-ball set & MAN ALIVE could he hit those balls! We were all scared for our lives!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ifxa4cSYr8
His Mickey Mouse cake!
Making a wish!
Zach's favorite present was his new sis Makayla
Happy Birthday Zachy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32a6bVhd8a0

Nothing to end the weekend like some delicious cake & icing!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKDxFDnRC1g

Heart of Dixie Fly In 2011 - Zachary's First Time Skiing

2011-06-25T13:18:00.001-07:00

We headed out on our first vacation with Makayla to the Alabama Fly-In at Lake Wedowee! :)
Zachary rode the hydrofoil for the first time
He loved pointing out stuff to Daddy
And he even held the handle! Loved riding!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_W8Stft6I
And Makayla ventured out on the boat for the first time
Cheese break on the dock!
Off to the ski show
The boat train to the show - love all the foils
Our fam before heading home - great trip!

Nana Mann Comes To Town

2011-06-25T10:01:00.001-07:00

Nana Mann came to meet her 10th grandchild!

Zach sure loved it cause we got to go out of the house a bit more!
Here is Nana & Zachy watching the sea lion show at the Birmingham Zoo

Zach loved the monkeys

And the drums in the new Africa areaZach refused to take this picture without Nana by his side!
A storm came in super fast & we had to take shelter - Zach didn't mind - he had a blast playing hide & seek

We hit the Splash Pad as well to cool off!

Zach showing off his splits!

We all had a blast!

Nana's last night we went to the park & had KFC :)

The double slide was the hit of the night!

Daddy & little monkey

Mommy's turn!

And farewell to Nana in the morning! We had a fun time!

Makayla's First Weeks at Home

2011-06-07T06:03:00.000-07:00

Zach was so excited for Makayla to come home - and for the balloons & his old car seat! ;)
She spent the first few days doing a lot of sleeping
Grandma & Poppops came down to help for her first week home
Such a sweet photo
Baby Makayla getting lots of attention
Zachy modeling his new outfit from G&P
Zach is always begging to hold Makayla
Daddy teaching Zachy how to kiss baby sis
The munchkins lounging
Zach loves touching Makayla's toes
He just can't get enough of her!
Zachary loved having G&P there to play with
They were such a great help! We sure will miss them
Makayla striking the Zachary sleep position
Zachary playing with Daddy's keyboard
Here are a couple videos of Zach having fun!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlHYAc0POAw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGYprdIqrlo
Loving siblings
Beautiful Makayla

Makayla Has Arrived!

2011-05-29T05:28:00.000-07:00

Makayla Courtney Mann

May 28, 2011 at 11:29am
7 lbs 12 oz, 20.25 inches
Here is Court after waking up at 5am to contractions and heading to the hospital.
Zach excited to meet his little sis!
After getting the epidural & a half hour of pushing, Makayla entered the world.
She cried from the minute she was born until her first feeding!
Much smaller than we expected, but still good size
Finally cleaned up and warm
Mommy & Makayla
Grandma C and Makayla
Daddy & his princess
She started to peek out of her eyes to see her new world
Isn't she beautiful?! :)
Zach checking out his little sister for the first time - taking measurements! ;)
Daddy, Zachy, & Makayla
The whole fam
Sleeping beauty
Zach giving kisses - or a stare down :)
Zach finally got to hold her - he was so happy!
All ready to head home
Taking our lovely lady home

Ski Weekend with KO & BJ :)

2011-05-24T13:55:00.001-07:00

Our buddies Keith and BJ came to see & ski with us! :)
A beautiful sight - skis in the making
Keith's work brought him to the great state of Alabama!

And BJ came from their home in North Carolina

We all had a blast especially Zachy!

And got to watch Blake ski instead of drive!

We had a great weekend! :)

Orange Beach May 2011

2011-05-06T07:34:00.001-07:00

Well our beach week this spring turned into a quick weekend trip for just Blake, Court, & Zach since Grandpa Harrison just had knee replacement surgery. :(
First stop - LuLu's - a really fun restaurant!

Zach had a blast playing with new friends & learning to say "Cheese!"

He also finally enjoyed playing in the sand!

Oh but then he discovered the water!

He went in clothes and all!

Next stop - the ocean!

He was ready

Loved playing in the waves

And always enjoys hosing off!

Look at these 2 boys and their remotes!

Zach really wanted to swim on his own so he liked the boat

Playing with Daddy

The boat is fun even out of the water!

Back to the ocean

He really loved it
Mommy & Zach wading
Lounging :)
Quick family shot before we headed home

Mommy & Zach

Farewell to the beach for a season!

We grabbed some seafood on the way out - who needs a booster seat?! ;)

Baby Girl Mann - One Month To Go! :)

2011-05-02T06:48:00.001-07:00

Here is baby woMann at 34.5 weeks - although she measured about 36.5 wks in size!

Most of the ultrasound she just stared at us!

Not long now til she arrives! :)

Happy Easter Plus A Bit of Boating :)

2011-04-25T13:36:00.001-07:00

HAPPY EASTER!

Zach got his first chocolate bunny from Great Grandma Harrison!
Here he is in his cute Easter outfit before church
Opening his basket that the Easter bunny delivered to Grandma's house
Mmmm, jelly beans
Easter Egg Hunt!

He did great finding them all & loved it even more when he realized there was candy inside!

He was especially lovey on the dogs that day

A BIT OF BOATING!

We also got to go out on the boat Easter weekend!
The Lymans came out too - Hannah & Zach are pals!

Zach's designated nap area - life vest has a built in pillow! ;)

Also loves the cubbies

Handsome Mann!

Stinker!

First time in the water for the season - 70 degree water

Loves splashing & playing

And congrats to Blake who landed his first 2 360s (heli)!!!!

Check out the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXVSIQmhKlk

Las Vegas/St George April 2011

2011-04-19T13:43:00.001-07:00

Got to take a quick trip to Las Vegas and St. George! Look at this experienced traveler!
Celebrated Ross's 8th birthday at Hard Rock!
Oh how excited Kennedy was to see her cousin Zachary!
Such a happy family! :)
What little rockers!
Court & Blake got to try Smashburger for the first time - delicious!
And of all things to see in St. George -- an Auburn bus! Guess Alabama is never that far away! ;)

Austin & Zach had a great time playing

Having some fun at an indoor playground

Silly Blake!

Kennedy teaching Zach to drive

Air Hockey challenge

And of course mini golf!

It was tough to keep Zach from snatching up all the golf balls!

Then we showed him how to putt - Poppops would be proud!

Then he was ready to take it to the next level - FORE!
Cute cousins

Zach decided to wear Dad's socks in the morning - very fashionable

Court & Kennedy :)

Zach grabbing some water before our hike at Zions

It was a beautiful hike

Got to see some awesome waterfalls

Da boys!

Aunt Carin & Uncle Tyler

Tyler & Blake scaling a large boulder

Zach atop a large boulder ;)

At the end of the hike!

Zach discovered rocks on the hike although he pronounced the word "ball" ;)

And also discovered he loves apples right off the core

Stopped at a little carnival on the way home

Oh and let's not forget our awesome Walmart Easter pics!

Had to get one with everyone!
Enjoyed getting to see and stay at Mom & Dad Mann's house in St George

And Zach loved getting dressed by his cousins

Then back to Vegas for some 3-D M&M fun!

Viva Las Vegas!

The boys with the lovely lady Green M&M :)

Da kids! :)
And what trip to Vegas is complete without holding a boa constrictor!

And on the way home, Zach decided to be pulled rather than to pull! After such a fun weekend, he was tired! :)

Big Boy Bed!

2011-04-11T10:42:00.001-07:00

Mr. Zachary has moved into a big boy bed - and an awesome race car bed at that! :)
No more climbing out of the crib - until he teaches his little sis! :)

First Outing on the Boat 2011

2011-03-21T14:24:00.001-07:00

We have had some awesome weather lately so we couldn't stand it anymore - had to get back on the boat! Zach LOVED it (especially since he just got his cast off)!

And of course Blake was pretty excited too! :)

Blake got his first ski in for the season - water temp 65 degrees - not too bad for mid March!

And nothing beats a sunset on the lake!

Zach did great sitting in his own seat

Still loves helping Daddy drive

Oh the joy!

Back to flipping!! (Court's apologies for the blurriness and lack of any other photos of Blake skiing - she is not as gifted as he is at driving & being photographer)

GA Aquarium

2011-03-17T12:52:00.000-07:00

Since we were in Atlanta for Tough Mudder, we figured we would make a little trip out of it and go see the Georgia Aquarium.
First stop - sting ray touching pool
Next time we will save the touching pool for last - Zach was a little nervous for awhile after!
Daddy & Zach watching the Beluga Whales

They really are amazing creatures

Love this picture - Check out the size of that fish! Zach sure is!

Mommy & Zach

Zach loved all the colors in this tank

Check out a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XE8omq0DuWg

Daddy teaching Zach all about fish

It was a beautiful aquarium

The fam with Deepo (the mascot for the aquarium)

Daddy & Zach in the play area

And of course Zach had to go down the whale slide!

TOUGH MUDDER - ATL - 2011

2011-03-14T07:21:00.001-07:00

What is Tough Mudder you may ask?

From http://www.toughmudder.com/, "Tough Mudder is not your average lame mud run or spirit-crushing ‘endurance’ road race...Our events take place in hostile environments, often at altitude, and whatever the level of your fitness they are a significant physical and mental challenge. Completing a Tough Mudder requires camaraderie and a degree of toughness that other mud-runs will not even begin to test...It’s Ironman meets Burning Man. Our 12+ mile obstacle courses are designed by British Special Forces to test all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. Forget finish times. Simply completing a Tough Mudder is a badge of honor."

And yes, Blake entered into this challenge with a group of friends. After signing their death waivers, they are ready! And Zach & Court couldn't miss the event! Court did her own version of tough mudder pushing the stroller throughout the course to the various obstacles to see Blake!
Notice the bag & XL shoe on his right foot - had to protect the cast!
He enjoyed playing a bit in the dirt while waiting for Daddy to arrive at the next obstacle
Blake after the monkey bars (some greased in butter)!
Waiting for Twinkle Toes (wobbly balance beam)
Go Blake Go!
Coming out of Fire Walker
Blake's teammate Dan in Kiss of Mud!
Daddy & Zach right before the last 2 obstacles!
Blake in line to Walk the Plank

Check out the video of this obstacle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMqCs1me1DA

After his final swim!

Almost done!

COMPLETE!!! WAY TO GO BLAKE!
From Tough Mudder website, "Georgia Mudders, you asked for tough so we gave you tough, but seriously sorry if we completely broke you yesterday. Highland Park was our toughest course yet. It may have seemed longer with all those hills but official course distance was 12.4 miles. The official completion rate at our Georgia event on Saturday was just 71%. (That’s right, 29% didn’t finish.) The winner came home in 2.05 (a whole 45 minutes longer than either TX or NJ)."

Stretching out the muscles that took quite the beating!

Dan & Blake standing proud as Tough Mudders!

Never seen so many items covered in so much mud! They actually had a fire truck to hose you off afterwards!

Out to get a bite to eat!

Or should I say a Zach to eat! :)

This little guy crashed & the big guy not long after getting back to the hotel - it was a long day for everyone!

Honda 200k

2011-03-10T07:51:00.001-08:00

Yes it's true! Our Honda just hit the big 200,000 miles! Maybe she can give us another 100k!

Yet Another Cast! :(

2011-02-21T14:41:00.001-08:00

Well Zachary has managed to have 2 casts before he is 2! This time he broke his leg doing something as simple as stepping onto the sidewalk and doing a slow twisting fall to the ground. However, he did get this cool camo cast! :)
He has really been a good sport about the whole thing - been interesting watching him learn to crawl AGAIN (first few days) & walk AGAIN (after a week) & now run AGAIN!
He is our little peg leg
The weather has been really nice so he has enjoyed getting to venture onto the deck - notice the toothbrush in his mouth (this kid loves to brush his teeth)
He's not letting this cast hold him back either!

Has even learned to balance so he can throw the ball

Cast hasn't stopped him from climbing that's for sure!

He also recently learned to turn the light switch on and off - thanks Daddy!

The simple joys in life - seeing the light turn on

And the cast didn't even stop him from using his toes as fingers - sometimes he prefers to feed himself with his feet!

And here are just a couple of cute shots of him - what a good unpacker!

Putting on his construction hat getting ready to go to the annual chili cookoff!

And being a big boy eating his breakfast - can't believe he is 20 months old!

Disney World 2011! :)

2011-02-14T14:07:00.001-08:00

We have arrived to Orlando! :)
Ross & Zachary reunited!
Mama Kennedy making sure Zachy is buckled up!
Our own foosball team
Day 1 - EPCOT!
Zach loved walking around

Our first character - Daisy Duck

Surfing with Stitch

Zach ready for the day

Zach did super good holding hands so he would stay close(on this day)

Just love these walking shots of the boys!

Zach and Aunt Carin in line to meet a bunch of characters

The one and only Mickey Mouse!

His trusted dog Pluto

Girlfriend Minnie

Good ole friend Donald Duck

And last but not least GOOFY!

Raegan, Blake, and Ross on Nemo

Kennedy, Zach, & Court enjoying Nemo (our 1st ride of the day)

Uh oh - Nemo shark got the kids!

Off to the next ride

Zach with his other 2 Mommies!

The crew on Figment

Thanks Grandpa Joe for building such an awesome ride!

What a cute fam!

Zach wouldn't let many people hold him but Raegan lucked out!

Visited the countries

Blake & Carin - Zach found something more interesting to look at

St. Patty's Day baby Kennedy!

Zach actually punched Tigger in the face right after this shot - CLASSIC!

Tigger & Pooh - Zach kept his eye on Tigger

They underestimate the number of kids you can fit in a double stroller!

Day 2 - Magic Kingdom

Court & Ross ready to take out Zurg on Buzz

Daddy & Zach intensely playing

Even got to meet Buzz himself - To Infinity & Beyond!

Zach showing Carin how much he loves ears - both his and hers

Ready for Monsters comedy show

It's a Small World - always a must! (notice Ross in the back covering his head - he was not as thrilled)

Carousel ride

Daddy hopped on

Waiting in line for Dumbo

Mommy & Zach

Yeah! Daddy got to ride with us too!

Tyler & Kennedy flying behind us!

Watching fireworks

Blake & Kennedy enjoying the show

EXTENDED HOURS! Went to Philharmagic!

Can't ever get enough of Buzz!

Space Rangers!

In Zurg's prison!

Castle at night

Love this pic! What a magical place!

Another view of the castle from Main Street

And a farewell to Magic Kingdom - for a day or 2 anyways! :)

Fun on the bus

Crazy Uncle Blake

Day 3 - Hollywood Studios

Zach giving Handy Manny 5!

This was the first character Zach recognized

Check out these mad hula hooping skills!

Zach's new favorite spot in the bathroom

Backstage Tour!

Zach drinking out of a straw for the first time! Amazing what a little coke will do - thanks Uncle Tyler!
Fun in the "Honey I Shrunk The Kids" play area

Kennedy tickling Mr. Zach

The Great Movie Ride - Zach must be stinky!

Zach discovered pockets during this trip too

Famous Carin as an extra in the Indiana Jones show

Which ones are the aliens?!

Goodbye Zach ;)

In with Stinky Pete!

Rockin Roller Coaster!

Ross is rocking out!

Gotta love Aerosmith

Fun playing in the morning!

Zach could not get enough of his cousins!

Especially Austin - he loved tackling him!

Austin was a good sport about it!

Even though the kicks continued! They had a lot of fun together.
Back to Magic Kingdom for more fun!

Outside Pirates

Pirate Goofy - wahoo!

Gotta love the Pirates ride

Zach is starting to get more comfortable with the characters

Woody & Jesse - Yeehaw!

Mommy & Zach outside Thunder Mountain

Shoulder rides from Uncle Blake - a treasured event!

Smiley Zach

Double piggy back!

They aren't having fun at all! ;)

Riding on the Railroad

Giving Minnie 5!

And even a kiss on the nose! She is pretty - Can't blame the boy!

Our favorite Mickey and Minnie Mouse!

5 for Mickey too! Didn't want him to feel left out!

Zach learning to pop Daddy's bubbles

Buzz back again!

Raegan & Blake - master shooters!

Zach enjoying his shoulder ride from Uncle Tyler

Space Mountain action shot

Um yes - that is Tyler's hand in Raegan's face & Blake is taking a picture!

Fireworks with the castle!

Day 5 - Animal Kingdom!

Nothing like a greeting from Timon!

The wild beasts have emerged!

Are we ready for fun - or what?!

Africa - lots of fun memories for Blake

Zach enjoying nature on our way to the safari

Taking in all the animals

Silver back gorillas

JIMINY CRICKET!

Checking out the llama at the petting zoo

Seeing goats up close!

Look at these master groomers!

Having fun with Uncle Tyler

Getting braver to brushing the goats

Brushing his hair was more fun

Not even going to attempt the spelling of this monkey from Lion King!

One on one time with Pocahontas!

THE YETI!

Court & Kennedy playing

Blake taking a quick sun nap!
Dinosaur Ride - why is Courtney the only one that looks scared?!

Chilling in Dinosaur Land

Triceratops Spin

And in the dino playland - Zach discovered his love of slides!

He probably went down these slides 20+ times

And the fossil pit!

Little cheeser!

Yeti expressions!

It's a Bug's Life!
2 of the cutest honorary bugs! :)

Leaving extended hours at Animal Kingdom - ah what a fun day!

Back to Hollywood Studios where we got to meet Lightning McQueen & Mater!

And Mike from Monsters!

Zach almost made the green man shot

Ok as long as he can give him 5, it's all good!

THE INCREDIBLES!

Lunch time!

Rockin AGAIN!

Tower of Terror!

Our own rock band!

And one more day at Animal Kingdom!

Who doesn't love to bang on some drums!?!

Daddy & Zach saying bye to Africa

Ran into Flick in the jungle

Asian Tyler taking the kids for a spin!

Chicken Fight!

Zach loved tackling his cousins

Back to the slides

He even stepped up his game to the big ones!

One more group pic in Dino Land

Creative Raegan & Ross waiting for bus to airport

Conked out for the flight home! He couldn't have had more fun!