Shreveport

We are in Shreveport. It was a long drive from Baton Rouge ( about 4) but the Chuckman slept the whole way!!! He didn't go to sleep until 9:30 last night though.

We loved Baton Rouge and we will drive around Shreveport today and meet Tiffany for lunch.

Again, Chuck thins hotels are paradise so I can't wait to upas all the hilarious videos of him.

Here's a quick peak of him this morning.



He loves playing with the buttons on the clock.

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Day Two

It was way too hot yesterday so we decided to get out early. Of course Chuck wakes up at 6 do we were out the door at 7 and ordering beignets at 8. Chuck rode in the stroller all the way there.




Daddy and Chuck wait at Cafe Du Monde

After breakfast, it was so hot we headed back to the hotel. Chuck walked all the way back ( about a mile) from Cafe Du Monde to The Westin. We were going to swim but check out time was two hours away so we forced Chuck to nap. He woke up about 15 minutes before we had to check out.

It was starting to rain so we went ahead to the aquarium. We were worried about Chuck getting hungry but I had some yogurt and fruit in his bag. Turns out that halfway thru the aquarium is a dinky food court. We were able to sit down and order Chuck a turkey sandwich.




Chuck loved the aquarium. We let him walk the whole time and he thought it was so funny. He screamed several times and for the most part ran around with his hands above his head. We saw albino alligators, spotted stingrays, penguins, and otters. We also climbed on fish and clams.

























Before we left we made sure to spot a street car.




Then we drove around the French Quarter and St. Charles before heading out. We made it to Baton Rouge around 4, unpacked the car and headed to dinner at The Chimes.

Dinner didn't last too long because Chuck went nuts. Not a meltdown just hyped up on travel energy or something. We put it all in a to go box and brought it back to the hotel.



Speaking of hotel.... I really spent a long time finding good hotels that would really be good and help us get a feel for the city's. The Westin is much recommended. We are now at the Raddisson. The Raddisson is painted bright orange.



Yep, bright orange. What they have one here is update an old hotel with hardwood floors and fancy showers. So far we have no complaints. Everything is great. Our taste in color skeems is a little different than those who were paid to remodel this hotel. I will have to write another blog about that.

Anyways, Chuck is having the rime of his life. We bought two new toys for Chuck to bring and to pull out when complete boredom had set in. The child doesn't even need toys. He thinks he has hit the jackpot just being in a hotel room. I have never seen this kid laugh so much. Here is a pic of Dr. and the Chuckman playing in the hall.




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Day one done

Well we made it. We had lunch at Franky and Johnnys: A local hole in the wall. Chuck made friends with everyone in there. We had more time to eat because he was to busy giving the neighbors crackers and flirting with some ladies.







After lunch and a little driving around, we stopped by the Childrens Museum. Chuck had a wonderful time. There was a special area for 1-3 year olds so it was nice to just let Chuck go. He did exactly what he does at home: carry bowls around, push furniture around, hide in cabinets and play with the alphabet. As boring as it was for us, Chuck had a great time.






Daddy taught Chuck about electricity and how to make a big bubble around you.







It is 7:45 now and both of my boys are asleep. I got rooms with two beds so we knew there would be room for everyone. Ha, Dr. Is sound asleep in the middle of one bed and Chuck is in the middle of the other bed. I am sitting on the floor right now.

I think tomorrow morning, we will head out and get some breakfast when Chuck gets up. Then I think we will come back and swim and shower before we have to check out. After we check out and get the bags in the car, we will hit up the aquarium. Then we will be on our way to Baton Rouge.

What have we learned about our visit to New Orleans? The city is wonderful and we love it but it is not the city for our family to live in, just to visit.

Until tomorrow.....

On the road....

Just pulled out






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Big Boy

When Chuck goes to Mobile, he sits in a high chair that is pulled up to the table. Apparently, that is exactly what he wanted when we got home from our visit and he would not get in his highchair. Once I took off the tray, pushed it to the table, and put food down, he wanted to get in his chair. Once you think you have it down, the next day he changes everything.

At first, the only thing he cared about was getting his placemat up. Now he really enjoys looking at the pictures and learning what things are. He also recognizes Big Bird and Elmo. He has a pretty good memory because he has only seen them about 4 times.

We have bought a travel booster seat that folds up. It will be nice because sometimes he won't stay in the restaurant high char but I think he will stay in a booster seat but he has to be tied down. He also needs it at Granna and Bob Bob's because this little linebacker can easily flip himself over if he wanted to! It hasn't happened yet but he definitely tries. He is really strong.

We hit the road tomorrow morning. We will be leaving around 9 and will be heading to New Orleans for lunch and the Children's Museum. Then we will check in at The Westin before a little stroll along the river or through the quarter. Don't worry. You will hear form us a lot on the road. We will be in the car for quite some time over the next week so that will give me some time to update everyone.

Teether

My guess is that whoever this crib belongs to has probably been teething lately!




Guess that is why you don't need an antique crib that has lead paint on it!

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Memorial Day and beyond

We had a fun time in Mobile. We went to Sophia's ( Mary-Allison's daughter) birthday party, visited Mr. John and Miss Penny at the beach and played a lot with the cousins.

One day, Chuck decided he wanted to eat like a doggie. He thought it was hilarious... I have no idea who taught him that. I have never seen him do it.

We also went out to eat and Chuck saw his first fish! He loved it.

After seeing Chuck's reaction to the fish tank, I think he is going to have a blast at the aquarium in New Orleans.

I have not shared a bed with Chuck since he was about 3 months old. I took full advantage of sleeping in a new environment and got to share a bed with him for three nights and loved every second of it. He insisted on sleeping as close to my face as possible .... even if it meant sleeping with both arms around my neck or sleeping with his cheek on top of my cheek. Love him and his cuddly self.

I am starting to make reservations for our trip. Is anyone a member of AAA or anything? After looking at all the options of hotels in NOLA, I think our best fit will be the Westin ( a starwood hotel). Check out the location HERE. Just across the street form the aquarium and a perfect walk along the river to the heart of the Quarter.

Also, Aunt Tippy, do you have any suggestions for hotels in nice/cute areas of Baton Rouge or Shreveport?

Did I mention I have 2 days of work left..... it's true.