Backyard Fun

With the weather so gorgeous lately, we have been spending more time outside. Jack loves crawling around trying to find things to put in his mouth.

 

 

 Jack loves his Daddy!

 

 Those eyes never get old!

 He let me take tons of pictures and then started going for the lens on my camera!

 Kisses are priceless :)

Bath Time Fun

When my family was here a couple of weeks ago, I think Benji taught Jack a thing or two about playing in the bathtub! I don't think it ever crossed Jack's mind before even though we would put toys in there, but now he absolutely LOVES to actually play in the bath. He has always enjoyed his bath and splashed around, but now he plays with his toys, giggles, and laughs. Another way this boy melts my heart.

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 Months

Jack,

You are such a wonderful baby boy and generally very happy...except when I drop you off at the gym! You get compliments constantly and everyone admires your deep blue eyes.

At nine months, you weighed in at 18lbs 14 oz which is in the 45% and you were 28 3/4 in. tall which falls in the 50%. You have started to have more formula in the morning and eat more baby food at night. You are getting more bits and pieces of our food throughout the day so you are eating constantly it feels like :) I love it when we give you a snack or something and you grab all of it in your hand and try to shove it in your mouth! More of it ends up in your lap or on the floor, but it is cute!

You are wearing mostly 12 month shirts, 9 month pants, and size 2 shoe. I love dressing you up like a little man, but you usually get to decide if you like the outfit or not by spitting up on some! Sometimes I get tired of changing your clothes by the evening that you just play in your diaper which I think you love anyway :)

You absolutely love pick-a-boo and anything that kind of startles you. You smile this huge grin with your two little teeth and giggle deep down from your belly. You really enjoy being outside, blowing bubbles, and going to the park. We have to watch you constantly though for the things that will enter your mouth. We know that the moment your paci falls out, something else is going in! You crawl everywhere and love grabbing every night light or wall fragrance that you see. Last Sunday, you even took your first steps!  Since then, you let go of things throughout the day, take a few steps, and tumble to the ground. I cannot believe you are such a daredevil. You are growing up too fast.

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 If you look closely, you can see the first tooth!

 

 

 

Jack, you amaze me daily, and I often look at you in awe. I love seeing what you are able to do each day. I love when you snuggle in my arms. And, I absolutely love when you laugh that deep belly laugh. God has great plans for you my sweet one.

I love you yesterday, I love you today, and I will love you tomorrow,
Mommy

Family

My family came in last weekend to see our new house. I was so excited because I love seeing the boys play together and as they get older, it just gets cuter! Luke is getting so big and is the sweetest little boy. Benji and Jack were partners in crime as they explored any and everything! On Saturday, we took advantage of the gorgeous day and set out for the park.

Happy Halloween!

Jack rocked his first Halloween! John and I carried him around the entire block, and he did great. He even managed to grab a piece of candy out of some of the bowls :) He didn't seem to mind the outfit too much either. I think we've got ourselves a trick-or-treater on our hands. It is crazy to think that next year he will be walking up to the doors himself.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A monkey in the pumpkins

I finally found the time to get Jack to the pumpkin patch in his Halloween costume. I think I've got the cutest monkey in town.