Colin's First Big Trip

We recently embarked on our first big journey with Colin to the grand old state of NY.  We tried to pack like we were still going to be in civilization and I think we did ok.  We used pretty much everything and I don't think there was anything were we said, "DOH! Why didn't we bring that?"  And the bonus, everything and everyone fit pretty comfortably in the Prius for this trip. 

The reason for this trip was Rob's grandfather's burial ceremony so not the happiest of occasions, but we were still able to introduce Colin to a fair amount of relatives and friends.  This includes his Uncle Bill who was so excited to meet him, I am pretty sure he hopped out of the car as it pulled in to park.

There was a good amount of traveling even when we got to NY, but Colin did really well with being in his car seat.  He didn't sleep the whole time and nor did we want him to, but he did doze on and off like a normal day.  Over the course of the long weekend we did manage to do some tummy time, although by the time mommy grabbed the camera he was getting upset about it.

 We also managed to get to the diner where my parents eat every Friday night.  Everyone there ooed and aahhed over him (as is appropriate with such a cute baby :P). Rob was trying to keep the little man entertained while we waited for a table.

On Saturday we had a small picnic for immediately family and two of my past co-workers/friends from Syracuse and their little ones. 

We even got a couple of family photos of everyone together at the same time.

On Sunday we packed it up and headed back home.  The trip took longer coming back than it did going, but we made it.  I don't think I ever really appreciated how much stability a routine can bring with an infant.  But the take away is that we survived and we now know we can travel with him and it won't be the end of the world.