My friend Laurie introduced me to her neighbor lady, Aimee, when she and her husband were expecting their first baby. Why we didn’t do a maternity shoot is beyond me! Anyhow, their little boy, Grady, was born less than 6 months ago! When I first met the little guy, I was pleasantly surprised — he was the quietest, happiest baby I’d laid eyes on (aside from Robyn, my 6 year old). I had dropped the girls off to hit the gym, and there was Grady, chillin’ in his carseat, quiet as could be, just exploring the world around him with his big blue eyes! He was so tiny … not quite the case anymore. He’s not 6 months yet, but he sure fooled me! His eyes … his cheeks … oh, he’s a doll!

Now, nearing 6 months later, we finally got around to taking this little guy’s pictures! When we first wanted to do his newborn photos, poor Grady had a nasty case of jaundice — he was sooo orange! So, we waited … and waited … and waited. Then, we decided this past weekend would be the perfect time for a shoot (they had family in town too — stay tuned, grandma and  grandpa get their own blog post) … Aimee had been exploring the base we live on, and happened upon this hidden gem of an area! What used to be “Flinstone” houses, the first housing aboard NAS Lemoore, was now leveled, with walking trails, shady trees, playground, and picnic tables. It was the perfect out of the way area to take pictures! Of course, the day we choose was blazing hot, but the shade made it not so bad! This area is so quiet … which was perfect for little Grady. Enough jabber … here’s a sneak peak at the shoot!

I hit the gym this morning at 10 am! When my two hours were up, I got a text message from Laurie … “Girls are having too much fun, so go take a Jaime day!” For real? How could I say no to that? It isn’t often that I get a day without them! Now, don’t get me wrong … I LOVE our kiddos, but sometimes … mommy needs a break! :) I took her up on the offer, headed home from the gym, took a shower, and then asked Kari (Jayson’s cousin) what we should do for the rest this kid-free day! Hmm, dinner and a good movie — now that’s a treat!

This is Kari, by the way … isn’t she gorgeous?

Soo … I got on the computer and googled movie show times in the Fresno area. Kari suggested Date Night … showing: 6:45. Hmm … what to do till then? Satisfy our craving for sushi, of course! Kari  and I have been craving sushi for months!!! MONTHS!!! So, what better time to head to a sushi bar than today?? With no kids!!!

I came across quite a few, but one stuck out … with an almost 5 star customer rating and RAVE reviews …

Oh Em Gee!!!

We were greeted immediately upon entering the restaurant & seated fairly quickly. The music was pretty good & it was an overall rad looking establishment! After getting our menus, we were clueless … what to get? After much debate, we decided on Philly Rolls (smoked salmon, cream cheese, and avocado) and Bulldog Rolls — which were HEAVEN! Mmmm … shrimp tempura, crab, avocado, cucumber, and unagi sauce … yummo! There was other stuff too, but I forgot … lol Just have a looksee –

Wow … they were just AMAZING! :) The service was awesome as well!!!

Anyhoo … after that, we swung by The Cheesecake Factory for dessert — Dutch Caramel Apple Streusel Cheesecake. Bliss.

Then … off to the movies …

DATE NIGHT — 6:45

I love, love, LOVE Tina & Steve!!! I’m a huge fan of The Office, and anything Tina does really!! Together … they are a riot!! Action + Comedy = Awesomeness!

The movie was hilarious! I honestly thought I was going to pee myself I was laughing so hard … LMAO the whole time! If only my hubby could have been here too! :( Boo.

I really don’t remember the last time I laughed that hard … well, wait … that’s every day! Rob + Rhy are quite hilarious themselves.

I’m going to leave you with the preview … then GO SEE IT!!! It’d make for a great date night movie!

PEACE & LOVE,

Jaime Hough