Trip to Pensacola (This is a LONG post)

As most of you know, Jill, Deena, Cohen & I just got back from Pensacola. We were there visiting Bridget & her family. We spent a lot of time at Bridget's relaxing, playing games & most importantly, spoiling JB & the newest Simpson, Timothy. I know I'm bias but seriously, isn't he adorable?!

When Bridget said Timothy had big dimples, I wasn't sure what to expect. Check 'em out, they're huge! I tried to get a picture of his dimples the entire time we were there & didn't get this picture until Monday. (the day before we left) I'm a sucker for dimples, I just love 'em! I have 1 dimple on the right side of my cheek & hoped one or both of my girls would inherit it, but no such luck.

Aside from meeting Timothy, another highlight of the trip was spending time with JB. The 1st picture of JB was taken while he was swinging with Jill. Jill decided to use the sunscreen he had on his head to form a Mohawk. Good thing Rusty wasn't around, I don't think he would've approved. The 2nd picture was taken when Rusty brought his catch of the day home. JB had no fear of the fish. He got right in there so he could get a good look & feel. The 3rd picture was taken at the Fiesta Day Parade. JB loved all the beads & attention he got from the parade participants. The last picture is JB with one of his favorite things - a microphone. For those of you that know Rusty, know how quiet & shy he can be. But give him a few "Kisters" (Old Forrester & Diet Sunkist) and he can sing with the best of 'em. Looks like JB's going to take after his daddy.

It was funny to watch JB interact with Timothy. For the most part JB didn't want anything to do with him. Although from time to time JB would pet Timothy (lol) or give him a "5". It was pretty cute! JB enjoyed holding Timothy for as long as it took me to take these pictures, then JB shoved Timothy off his lap...lol!

Many of you asked what we did while we were at Bridget's. This is what our week looked like... After a long day of traveling on Tuesday, we decided to relax at Bridget's with her & the boys while Rusty fished on Wednesday. Thursday afternoon Jill, Deena & I took JB & Cohen to the Aviation Museum (see pictures below), then out for lunch so Bridget could take a nap with Timothy. Thursday night we went to the Fiesta Day Parade downtown Pensacola. The parades in Pensacola are much different than they are around here. Instead of throwing Tootsie rolls, they throw beads. We left with 100's of strands of beads! Friday afternoon we went to Lulu's in Gulf Shores, Alabama. (Lulu is Lucy Buffet, Jimmey Buffet's sister) Lulu's is where Jill & I tried fried green tomatoes for the 1st time so we thought it was appropriate for Deena's 1st time to be at Lulu's also. Just as I remember, they were delicious! Saturday afternoon, Rusty took Jill, Deena & I for a boat ride on the Pensacola side of the Gulf. That was the first time any of us have been on Rusty's boat. I can only hope Rusty enjoyed the ride as much as we did! Saturday evening was Timothy's baptism. Timothy was a such a good little boy. He slept in Godmother Jill's arms the entire time. Mom flew down on Sunday afternoon. She & Bridget stayed home with the boys while Rusty, Jill, Deena & I went out on Rusty's friend Robby's boat. Rusty & Robby has known each forever, so naturally they had a million HILARIOUS stories to tell. Gosh did we laugh! On Monday, Jill & I took Deena to Pensacola Beach since we've been there & she hasn't. While we were there we had a couple drinks at the beach, walked along the boardwalk & went shopping. Monday night Rusty cooked the fish he caught on Wednesday. I'm not a big fan of fish but the way Rusty prepares it is delicious! Tuesday was bittersweet. I missed Jamey, McKenzie & Lauryn terribly & was excited to see them but I was heartbroken about leaving Bridget, Rusty & the boys. Bridget said we couldn't cry & we didn't... at least not in front of her. :(

When Rusty took us out on his boat, I told him I wanted to see a dolphin or shark, preferably a dolphin. Lucky for me I saw both! Rusty circled around a few times so we could get a good look at the shark but unfortunately, I wasn't able to get a picture of it. We saw dolphins when we were on Robby's boat. As you can tell by the picture, they were really close to the boat. I LOVE Dolphins & have always wanted to see one in the "wild".


These pictures were taken at the Aviation Museum. The picture of JB & Cohen was taken at the bar that Jill, Deena & the boys are posing in front of. My dad & his son-in-laws took a picture in front of the same bar when we were in Pensacola for Bridget & Rusty's wedding.


This picture is too sweet not to share. The day we left, JB & I were sitting by the canal that runs in the back of Bridget & Rusty's house. I don't know if JB was mesmerised by the water or what, but he had such a serious look on his face. I tried everything to get him to smile. Oh well, I think this picture is adorable even if he isn't smiling.


Jill, Deena & I tried to help Bridget as much as possible but we probably overwhelmed her as much as, if not more than, we helped. Hell, who wouldn't be overwhelmed by 4 sisters under 1 roof?! Poor Rusty. He probably couldn't WAIT for us to leave! Although, I think our beer drinking skills impressed him. Aaahhh, Dad should be proud! ;)

I've always loved Rusty like I love Mike & DJ even though I know Mike & DJ better than I know Rusty. At least up until this last trip. Thanks to Bridget, we were able to spend a lot of one-on-one time with Rusty & really got to know him. Not only is he incredibly sweet & loving towards Bridget & the boys, he's hilarious!!!

Thanks for EVERYTHING Bridget & Rusty! I can't WAIT to see you again! I miss you already & love you lots!!!