Learning to love the water!

We went to my home this past weekend because my niece was having her first dance recital. She did so good, and I can't believe she is going to kindergarten next year. Where does time go? Later that evening, we decided to get the boys into the pool in Kaysey's backyard. Luke LOVED it again, Benji warmed up to it and began to have tons of fun, and Jack...well, he was still trying to figure things out. He definitely lasted longer than the time before, and we got a few smiles out of him. I think he'll be splashing around in it in no time, though! I love it when we get the boys together. I truly hope that they become really close when they get older. 

Ducky Time

On Memorial Day, John and I decided to blow up Jack's ducky as a swimming pool. Yes, we know it was supposed to be a bath, but I think it works better as his own pool since he can't sit up yet. He cracked a few smiles for mommy to get a few pictures, and then, he was done! I love this kid :)

16 Weeks

16 weeks and growing. I would have to say my baby is pretty photogenic!

Getting Big

So it took us awhile, but we finally took out Jack's wedges in his bed. He's slept with those in there since the night we brought him home from the hospital so it made me kind of sad to take them out. I still remember rolling up blankets to put beside the wedge to help him feel more snug since he was so little in such a big crib. I think he is napping better in there now that they are out. He is one cute kid!

Cali meets Texas

My best friends from college came for a visit on Sunday. Kristen flew in from California to meet Jack. She stayed in Austin with our friend Janiece, and they made a day trip to visit. You can always tell when you've got great friends because it is like time never passed since the last time you saw them. Jack was a bit fussy, but Kristen jumped right in and walked/swayed him.

Thank you God for great friends that stick by you even when you have a baby!

Jack's Dedication

Last weekend, John and I stood in front of our church and family and promised to raise Jack in a household that lives for God in hopes that one day he will make a decision to also have a relationship with Christ. Our good friend Jared who is the youth minister was the one that was able to dedicate him which made it even a bit more special. Lots of good friends and family made it out to celebrate this special time in Jack's life. We are so blessed.

Jack: It is our prayer that you will know how much that God loves you and what He did for you on the cross. We pray that you not simply follow Him because of us but that you develop a true and deep relationship with God because it is your desire. He does not promise and easy life, but He does promise life! Mommy and Daddy love you more than words can express, but God loves you even more than that.

Just keep swimming...

Yesterday, my sister and her family along with my mom came up for Jack's dedication. We decided to take the boys to the pool so Jack went swimming for the first time! Luke LOVED it as did Benji. Jack, however, wasn't too sure what to think about it. We sure did get some cute pictures.

It took a long time to get everything ready to just go out for about 10 minutes, but it was worth it.