This guy was so excited it was his mama's 31st birthday that he woke up at 4:30 AM!! Thanks bud.

But thankfully, I somehow managed to marry the most amazing man & daddy ever, who always takes the morning shift with this guy. So Daddy got up, made this bruiser his bottle and got him back to sleep again. Don't do the 4:30 stuff again Jackson..

And remember, when we wake you up at the crack for church during your teenage years, that it had been a long time coming!

With love, Mom

Oh ya, THIS is why I didn't go back to work. 

These moments.

This guy and his swings! He can't get enough. When Lucca goes to the park, Jackson stays in the swing the entire time until it's time to go...and then he cries because we take him out.

Santa needs to bring this boy a swing set this year!

Radio Flyer

Jackson went on his first wagon ride last night with sissy. He loved it. Until he had to be taken out for touching the wheels too many times. Little buster.

Also, we live in the best climate. I probably wouldn't have said that last week when we had 5 straight days of rain, but hot dog if this week isn't the most beautiful weather you've ever seen. I can't believe we lived under the San Francisco fog blanket for 7 years before discovering northern Marin.

Friends & Family, come visit!

Doctor, doctor

Took our stud in for his 1 year old check-up this morning. An hour early. Gotta love mommy brain. After we killed an hour by going to Whole Foods, the Post Office and filling up the car with gas, we headed back to Dr Brock's for Jack Stone's appointment. Of course, he was in a good mood the whole time, despite skipping his morning nap. This kid.

He and sissy were having a grand ol' time tearing up the paper on the Dr table. Why in the world is this paper on those tables? Does any kid leave it alone? And if they stay on that paper, does it really prevent the spread germs in these tiny rooms? In our family, that paper serves as a 5-10 minute distraction for the kids, as tearing it into tiny shreds preoccupies them while we wait. It's always fun to clean it up too!

Pounding on this big picture is good entertainment too. I'm sure they just love us there.

Jackson wore his best hairstyle for his appointment. Dr's first words? "What is that hairstyle?" Sorry, we can't help it that rad hair runs in the family!

Stone bone did awesome for his appointment. Impressed the doc with his skills and size, and put on a happy face the whole time, until..........

......his shot. Poor guy.

Didn't cry during the poke, but let everyone know afterwards that it wasn't cool. Sorry bud.

Jackson is one healthy dude. Still topping the charts at 90% for height and weight. 25lbs and 31+ inches. 6 teeth, 4 on top, 2 on the bottom (half of those came in Georgia by the way! every time we go back there he gets a tooth). He's walking about 5 or so steps til he sits down or grabs on to something. He is gaining his independence and confidence quickly, so he will probably be off in no time. Unfortunately. Kind of.

He's trying to say 3 syllable words, which is adorable. Favorite word? Olivia! Favorite food? Strawberries. Favorite book? Curious George. Favorite song? Ho-Ho-Ho-Hosanna and Twinkle, Twinkle. He loves to swing and will cry every time we leave the park. He also likes to hold his breath when he cries which is NOT awesome.

He dances, he sings, he breakdances.

Also, he's good looking.

Have I bragged enough about him yet?

<3

ONE

The happiest baby in the history of the universe is officially ONE YEAR OLD! My sweet (studly) baby is turning into a handsome LITTLE BOY before our very eyes. We celebrated his birthday while in Augusta for the Masters this year. Truth be told, we were on a plane flying back across the country on his actual birthday, but he didn't seem to mind.

Jackson was certainly not a fan of his cupcake ("all done, all done"), but he did love everyone singing to him. And he clapped for everyone when Happy Birthday was over. Like a pro.

This kid is rad. So glad he's mine.

Easter Sunday, April 8 2012

Happy Birthday Stone! We sure do love you.

Two steppin

This guy took his first couple steps today, and Mommy & Daddy BOTH got to see it!

Pretty exciting Saturday around here. Go bud go!

11 months

Today marks 11 MONTHS of being Mom to the sweetest boy.

11 MONTHS! That is ALMOST ONE YEAR OLD. Whoa.

I am proud to announce you finally sleep through the night (My glass is currently raised). Eleven hours of beautiful, glorious sleep. 7:45 - 6:45ish is your jam.

I am sad to announce nursing is almost over. I'm a big fan of mama's breastfeeding their babies. My personal goal for both my babies was 12 months...almost got there with Jackson, but due to a little surprise trip to Paris (!!!) we are stopping at 11 months. Right now I'm only nursing once in the morning right when Jackson wakes up, and it just happens to be my favorite time of the day. Probably because I know there are only a couple more days left of this amazing bonding experience. There's just nothing like it.

Other fun news:

Jackson is on the verge of walking. He gets around very well. Any day now and he will be getting around on his own two chubby feet.

There is not a food that our boy doesn't like yet. Mushrooms, asparagus, zucchini, berries, beans, burgers, eggs, anything....he will eat it all. We have yet to fill up this kid, we just have to cut him off. Not once has he turned down food. Every single time I open the fridge, Jackson says "Boo-bah" for blueberry (his favorite food). Every. single. time. This family alone could probably support the blueberry farmers of the world. The amount of money we spend on berries is ridic. Can't even imagine how much he will eat as a teenager.

He waves and says "bye-bye" to everyone.

Favorite songs are Itsy Bitsy and the ABC's. He does motions to itsy bitsy, and says "Buh" after B every time I sing the ABC's. Pretty cute. And after both songs, "Aguh!" (translation: Again!)

He calls Lucca "Gaga"

LOVES DOGS AND BIRDS. He woofs at dogs and puts his hand in the sky when he sees a bird.

Loves hiking in the baby backpack

Wears 18 Months clothes!

Teething like crazy this week. Drool coming out both sides of Jackson's mouth, poor little dude. He still has 5 teeth, three on top, two on bottom, but anxiously waiting for a few more to pop up.

We are celebrating Jackson's 1st birthday at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia. How's that for a cool first birthday? Maybe he will be the next Rory, Phil or Tiger godforbid.

I'm so thankful for our strong, healthy, smart and beautiful baby boy. Every day is an adventure. Every day is a blessing. Every day I'm loving that God gave me a boy.

Granola anyone?

Lesson learned: Lucca's food is no longer safe on her table.

Number Five

Some bunny got a new toof! Tooth #5 came in yesterday, in a big way, which explains a lot. Ha. This new shiner is on the top left, so now there are three big guys up on top and two bunny teeth on the bottom.

Jackson is not as graceful of a teether as Lucca, needless to say we will be very happy when all his chompers are in!

But looking at this sweet face, you would never guess otherwise, right?