Gabriel's First Trip to New Jersey

Gabriel took his very first trip to New Jersey this past week. We were minus Brian as he is in the middle of turnaround at work and couldn't get away. This at times made for a very exhausting trip doing it "on my own." Gabriel didn't take well to being out of his normal environment. But, we had such a great time. Gabriel really enjoyed getting to re-know his grandparents, and I always enjoy quality time with my parents.

When you have a baby planning and preparing for the trip begins a loooong time before you actually go anywhere. Cherlyn was a HUGE help the week before we left.

While there Gabriel had the opportunity to meet his other Great Granparent, Pop-pop. My mom's dad. Pop-pop really seemed to enjoy meeting Gabriel.

Here we are in the car on the way to the aquarium. I love the little train hat from Janie and Jack that my mom got him. Look at that smile! He can't wait to see some hippos.

These had to be the "friendliest" hippos we've ever seen. They would swim right up to the glass. And the place was fairly empty so Gabriel got a good look at everything.

Smile everyone!!!

We enjoyed the shark tunnel. The divers were in there and they swam right up to the glass and waved at Gabriel. He got a kick out of that.

Silly, Grandpa!

Sealions...

I think this is my favorite picture from the trip. Even the stuffed hippo from his Grandparents got into the fun. ;)

Quality Grandpa time.

At the park. This was Gabriel's first time in a real swing. He wasn't quite sure what to think of it.

This is a great picture of Gabriel and my mom. Love it!

Grandpa is getting them started early. Gabriel really enjoyed the putting. He was really good about tracking the ball too. I was impressed. Grandpa may have a golfing buddy before he knows it.

So, sad that we were leaving, but also ready to get home. Thanks, Mom and Dad for making our trip as easy on us as possible. We look forward to visiting again (when he's a little older). ;)