Peyton's Pier: First Road Trip

Mommy & Daddy worried so much about the 5 hour trip to visit my Nona & Popi's house. They finally figured out that they would leave at 7pm last Thursday night, hoping I would be more likely to sleep. To remind you, I have shown a great dislike for riding in the car. Mommy and Daddy have tried everything, searched the internet for a solution, asked family and friends for advice, but nothing has worked. Well I treated them to a great surprise on the way to NC. I slept for 4 out of the 5 hours and hardly cried in the hour that i was awake. They were so excited. They had a few days before the return trip.
We arrived at about midnight and my Nona was waiting up for me. I was ready to show off, seeing that i had slept for 4 hours. I was smiling and talking to Nona while Mommy and Daddy unloaded the car. Daddy then had to work some before bed time so I had even more time with my Nona. Popi was sleeping as he had to work on Friday morning. I did get to go say hello to him so i was very happy.
On Friday, we went to visit everyone at Nona's office. They introduced me to Stephanie and she quickly grabbed me and led the tour. We went all over the office, visiting each department and each person. There were so many of them and they were all so nice. This is for all of the other babies & toddlers reading this blog...Isn't it funny how all of these adults just drool over you? Sometimes it scares me because they do the same thing over a nice filet at Ruth's Chris. I love the attention nonetheless. To everyone at Piedmont Federal, it was great meeting you. You are all so wonderful and a joy to hang out with. I can't wait to see you all again, but after my visit, it was time for me to go home...time to see my Popi. He was coming home from work and i was very excited. It was a great Friday.
Saturday was great also. Daddy and Popi left us for a while to go talk to someone about a new countertop that Daddy wanted to research. So where do the ladies in my life take me...the mall of course. We picked up Emily on the way and headed for the mall. It was fun, but i was ready for the big event of the day, Barbeque...good ol' North Carolina Barbeque. OK, i ate mine in a different form after it had been filtered out by mommy's body, but it was still good. Mommy and Daddy love North Carolina Barbeque. My Aunt Kim, Cousins Emily & Graham and Grandma Neal all came to see me. It was the first time I met Graham and Grandma Neal. We enjoyed our time together and of course the Barbeque, Artichoke Dip (homemade by my Mommy), Macaroni & Cheese (homemade by my Daddy), Baked Beans (homemade by my Nona & Mommy) and then some dessert with homemade Coconut ice cream. After the fun was over, it was time for a bath and bed. Emily helped me with my bath. She and Graham wanted to hold me at all times. It's ok kids, i like being passed around. There is no such thing as too much attention for me.
Sunday was our day to leave. Another 5 hour drive thought Mommy & Daddy. We waited until my nap time (just after lunch) and then made the move. Mommy & Daddy were so pleased with me again. Daddy owes me a lot of stuff. He doesn't think i can understand his bribes, but i can. Daddy, you owe me a Pony, new car, swimming pool and a playground. Come to think of it, i have not seen any of these things. Just wait until the next road trip if I don't get any of these promised items.
I had a great weekend. I miss my Nona, Popi, Emily, Graham, Aunt Kim & Grandma Neal.
Here are some of my favorite pictures from last weekend:

Me doing my favorite thing, Smiling :)