Father's Day Weekend

This was a fun and busy weekend at the Chansion. Saturday night we held the first annual IFPN (International Feast of Peaceful Nations). Several of Ryan's co-workers joined us for an evening filled with lots of fun and good eats. Everyone was required to bring a dish from their country of origin. Those present were from: China, Romania, Italy, India, Scotland, Germany, Africa, Russia, and the USA. All the dishes were amazing! After dinner we played a little Rock Band and then ended the night with some fireworks.




On Sunday my family came over for lunch to celebrate Father's Day. I cooked up some Chinese food (that my father-in-law taught me how to make) and then we played Rock Band in the afternoon. It was a great day and so nice to spend time with my family. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY DAD!!! We love you!

Alan and Melissa were also able to join us from Chicago this weekend. It was great to see them and get to play with Ethan.

For Grandpa Hiatt

Hi Grandpa! I just wanted to show you how good I am at riding the doggy now. Thanks so much for making it for me. I play on it EVERY day!!!
Love, Carson


Thanks Grandpa! from Ryan Chan on Vimeo.

Lunchtime Milestone!

Carson and I decided to play outside this morning before it got too hot. Around noon, we headed in for lunch and I said, "Are you ready to eat, Carson?" Usually he will try to climb into his highchair but today he popped a squat on the green chair around our kitchen table. He sat there patiently for me to prepare his lunch. It was such a cute moment, but also made me realize that he's not my little baby anymore! He ate his entire lunch at the "big boy table" and even ate on a plate without dumping it all over for the first time!
Good job Carson!!!

Poker Night

We went to a friend's house to play a little Poker last night. Carson had a blast and was showing us how it was done.

Messy Dinner = Fun Bath Time

Tippy's Relative?

OK - so I know this post has nothing to do with Carson but I just couldn't resist! On my way out to the mailbox this morning, I found this HUGE turtle in the middle of the road! I was afraid he would get run over so I found a big box to transport him back to the pond behind our house. Of course, I had to take some pictures first! As many of you know, Ryan and I had a turtle, Tippy, for about 7 years until he passed away this winter. So turtles are always near and dear to our hearts. =)

Carson's New Toy Room

A few weeks ago, Ryan and I decided to turn an empty bedroom upstairs into a toy room. A lady from Fishers came and wallpapered a Jungle theme onto one wall and then I painted the other 3 walls with a neutral tan color. Hobby Lobby had some fun vines on sale so I hung those on the ceiling. It turned out really cute and Carson (and I) really enjoy it.