While dad is away we will play! Brady, Aunt Kendra, and mom decided to visit the wave pool. It was awesome. A nice warm day and plenty of pool time. We had so much fun. At first Brady was a little hestitant, but eventually he got the hang of it. I can not believe how long summer has taken to get to Bismarck this year. It has been a weird year!!
Brady decided to sport his Mickey sunglasses and enjoy the nice weather. We had a blast!
When Brady got enough courage he walked around the pool a little on his own. It was very short, but at least he tried to walk a little on his own. All in all we had a great time.
I had to put this adorable picture on the blog. It was the first time I have ever seen the moose this close and with two babies. Usually, they are nestled in the back. It was a little warm so, they were cooling off by the sprinkler. Then, they decided to give each other little smooches. Absolutely adorable!!
Of course there was a park inside the zoo and Brady had to try the slide out. By this time I am sitting down at the local bench watching and trying to keep cool. Grandma and dad were helping and guiding the little one up and down the slide. I really appreciate when the in-laws come into town because they can bend over and pick up when ever Brady needs. When I was pregnant with Brady I was more flexible and relaxed, this child has decided to stay really low and give more issues to deal with. Plus, I have a two year old to worry about instead of just napping when ever I choose. Life little joys.
Happy Father's Day! They really do so much for our families and my husband does a fabulous job at home. He has so much patience and kindness when working with Brady. I am so proud to be married to this wonderful man and father. WE LOVE YOU!
Rib Fest '09 was in town and Ryan really wanted to try out some of these fabulous ribs. This was the first time we ever attended this event, but it was really fun because they had a play area for kids that Brady was able to enjoy.
Dad had to join Brady on the slide and it was very funny watching dad climb up this inflatable. Of course, mom was not allowed to join in on the fun because of our next little one. Amazing enough it got warm. Lately, ND has had really icky weather. This year has been extremely tough when it comes to weather. So, to have a day get into the eights is really nice for us.
The carnival came to town. We decided to go and enjoy all the fun. Amazing enough most of the rides Brady was allowed to go on, but mom or dad had to join him on these fun rides. Of course, some rides mom was not allowed to participate because of her current condition. I never would have guessed that Brady would love going on all these rides. He kinda of gets scared on rides, but not now. 
We thought that the first safe ride to try was the carosel and of course he loved it. So, mom and dad had to ride also.
Then, we advanced to the car ride. This of course was a tight fit for mom and Brady, but we had a great time going around and around!!!
As you can watch in our video we really got crazy and rode the train. It was neat watching and participating with Brady on all these fun kiddie rides. All in all it was a great night and the family was able to enjoy Brady's first carnival experience.
June 9, 2009 Brady Ryan turned 2 years old. I cannot believe how old my son is now. As a family we celebrated his birthday in Jamestown with all of his daycare Friends. Unfortunately, my camera decided to stop working when the cake and presents were brought out. So, stay tuned for pictures from that excited "Pooh" day.
Can you believe I am 27 years old, pregnant, and have one wonderful son! It amazes me every day what I have in my life. I am so thankful. I love every minute of my life. It may be crazy and stressful at times, but every day I pick up my son from daycare and he comes running up to me yelling "mommy, mommy, mommy" I am so grateful for what I have. This birthday was nothing special, but it was because I got to spend it with my two favorite boys. I was at soccer all day and I come back to the hotel with a bday gift and cookie. What a wonderful surprise! Well, to think that I am 27, pregnant, and have a family is perfect.
This soccer season we didn't make it to State, but I still had to attend. So, the family decided to join me in Fargo and enjoy the hotel accommodations. Brady swam for hours and Ryan loved every minute of it (joke). Ryan was wonderful this trip because he had to keep Brady occupied for days while mom watched tons of soccer. 
We did manage a trip to the local zoo. Brady really enjoyed seeing all the animals. It was a great experience for the entire family.
Ryan and I went to the Sugarland concert not to long ago. It was awesome. The performers were great. I love when big artists come to town. We live in an area where these types of performers only come once, maybe twice a year. The coolest thing that happened at the concert was in the middle of the performance the two singers from Sugarland get into a huge hamster like ball and roll over the top of the crowd down on the main floor. It was perfect.
I know, I know I am a little late, but I was so busy this spring. Well, this is how Easter went. Ryan's family came to visit and booked a hotel room for the weekend. It was great, Brady was able to go swimming, I could relax, and we all ate Easter dinner together at the hotel. This dinner was amazing. I am surprised how many families do not cook Easter dinner. Unfortantely, there was the Easter bunny incident at the dinner. Brady was so afraid of the bunny. All he would say is "Easter Bunny, Easter Bunny" and then cry. It was horrible for a while. Brady never got over the fact that the Easter bunny was walking around at dinner. All in all we had a good day because later that day we had our annual Harty Family Easter Egg Hunt (inside). Brady is now a little older and loving life so, watching him find the eggs and count each one and the money inside was fabulous.
Who would have thought that I would go to the Prom with my husband. He is from ND and I am from OR, no way possible. Not exactly, when you husband teaches at the high school level they always need chaperons for the memorable event. Also, to add to this fun event, I was five months pregnant. FUNNY! A girl pregnant at the Prom, never. Well, all in all it was fun and we enjoyed the event. I do have to say though going to the Prom pregnant was not something I thought I would ever do, but I loved getting the chance to meet my husband's students and colleagues.
The soccer season has come to an end. Unfortunately, we did not make state. It was a really hard season. Girls being girls, new coach, and overall rough season. Toward the end of the season the team finally started to look like a team! It took a long time for the girls to see exactly what I was trying to accomplish and when they finally understood we started to look so much better. I was so proud of these girls the last two games of the season. They really showed heart and desire. I wished all of them really loved the game as much as I do. I have learned you cannot teach these feelings, you can only guide these young players. Overall, the season progressively got better. I look forward to next year and hopefully these girls will be ready.
