coordinated drive-bys

Happy Thanksgiving y'all! I just wanted to post this somewhat old photo of Jackson for you all, especially for Aunt Rebecca and Uncle Scott. We were lucky to have them visit (aka drive-bys as we call them) twice this fall as they made there way east to sell merchandise at venues (check out the business at www.northernsun.com -- nice plug, right Scott?). I love this photo of them and Jackson. It is also Aunt B's birthday today and we want to wish her the best day ever! Happy Birthday Aunt B ... we love you!

11 weeks and rolling!

This past Sunday Jackson celebrated his 11 week birthday. I made a quick target run to get some essentials. When I returned I found dad and Jackson playing on the floor. I was at the tail end of a phone conversation and when I got off dad had promptly said "Do you know Jackson flips? Like 4 times." I was in utter shock and had to clarify that Jackson rolled from his belly onto his back. Remember that I had made a quick visit to target, and that I stay home with Jackson and he has never done this for me ... which I'm sure is more common than not. I'm glad dad could experience this new milestone. However, J-man hasn't done it since even though I've been trying hard. Fortunately dad got photographic evidence. Once Jackson rolls over again I'll be sure to get a video clip for all to see.

two month stats

A little less then 2 weeks ago Jackson had his 2 month doctors appointment. Dr Thompson said that Jackson is doing really well. Jackson weighed in at 12 lbs 7 oz and grew 4 inches in length ... that's right he is now 23 inches long! J-man (as Dad likes to call Jackson) is our little string bean and we love it! The round of shots given at 2 months weren't so bad. Jackson cried for a bit but then quickly went back to his snuggling ways.
Lucky for Mom and Dad, grandma Jen and grandpa Dan were visiting. Jackson just loved all the attention. Not that we don't give him any. The weather in Columbus has been wet and cold so we spent a lot of time playing inside. We did get out for a bit though. We spent the day at the conservatory, checking out all the different types of plants.
The best part of the whole visit was all the baths Jackson received from grandma and then the "nake-y time" after. We sure miss them and can't wait to see everyone this holiday season.

sorry readers

Sorry for the blog overload but 1, its been awhile and 2, I'm trying to get use to the iPhoto software on the Mac (I must say its kind of confusing). Quick note: Jackson is now tracking objects and sounds and Tony is trying to get him to hold on to things.

for all the moms out there...

... remember to take photos of you and your children. Too often we are the ones behind the camera taking those adorable photos of dad and babe but don't forget to jump in there from time to time!

golden hour

Here are some fun photos of all three of us at the Franklin Park. We have been having some amazingly warm weather. Tony took off early on Friday so that we could enjoy the weather and take Jackson to the park. We were able to take some really great photos -- Grandma Jen and I love the golden hour!

good friends visit

We were so lucky to have our great college friends visit us last weekend -- Aunt Anne and Uncle Ned! Although the visit was very different from our college days, we had fun hanging out with Jackson and enjoying the beautiful weather. Not only did Anne made delicious meals but she and Jackson worked on some reflexes and tests (for people that don't know - Anne is a physical therapists. And for those of you that may be concerned - nothing is wrong with Jacks, Anne just wanted to do some tests). The guys got to go to the OSU-Penn state game. Ned and Jackson got along right away. Ned was surprisingly good at calming Jackson down. Here are a few photos from the visit, and a couple of photos from Jackson's first trip to the playground. Tony loved taking Jackson down the slide. Jackson on the otherhand wanted to go home and eat!