Sunday, November 30, 2014

Family Blessings

For the Thanksgiving holiday, we trekked back to Iowa for Jack's first visit.  It was wonderful to spend time with family and experience more than a dusting of snow.  It's possible we could have skipped the low temperatures and fierce winds, but luckily it did not slow down the fun.  For Kyle, the best part was spending time with her cousin, Rhapsody.  Grammi and Grampi loved seeing all   their grandkids in one spot.



Friday, November 21, 2014

My Guy

It's been pretty amazing watching this guy discover new things!



 
 

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Six Months and Going

I'd heard time seems to fly faster with two kids.  Today, it definitely feels that way.  Jack is SIX months old.  In many ways, it seems like only yesterday I held his tiny pink body, wrinkly fingers, and counted long toes.  In others, he seems to have grown eons and our life is so different than only months ago. 
 
Jack is no longer tiny nor wrinkly.  He is all chubbs with the baby body of a lineman - squat and powerful.  His thigh rolls are intense and squishy.  His hair has taken on a light socket experience that is amazing and quite charming.  Jack's smile is all encompassing.  He does not hold much back.  When he smiles, his whole face lights up.  When he is angry, it is sudden and fierce.  I anticipate Jack will be my child of extremes. 
 
This past month has brought movement into the picture.  There is no denying Jack is determined.  He will slowly army crawl from one area to another, typically wishing to be near his sister.  He has already started lifting up on all fours and scooting back and forth.  It won't be long until he is going anywhere he wants to go.  For now, he is content being close to a member of his family while loudly chatting and playing with his toys.  He loves books, his zebra, and Sophie the giraffe.  Essentially Jack loves anything he can put in his mouth that will help him forget the pain of teething for a moment.  Other favorite things include being outdoors, Ace, and when Dad gets home from work.  Jack sits mesmerized in his high chair as Kyle wrestles and plays. It will not be long before he is chiming in. 
 
Jack - you have finalized our family.  Kyle asked the other day who will be our baby, when Jack grows up.  I explained this was our family.  She noted that was pretty good.  It's better than good.  We love you, Baby Jack.  Thank you for the giggles that seem endless, the midnight snuggles, the sleeping snorts, and pure delight you seem to have in being you. 

STATS - Length: 24.7 in (79%); Weight: 18 lbs 11 oz (69%); Head 17.99 in (92%)


Friday, November 7, 2014

Put Me In, Coach!

Perhaps the Seahawks need a punt-sized preschooler to break open in the field - especially one who rocks purple boots!


Plus she knows how to relax after a long run.


As for this guy, he loves all HAWKS.

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Beggar's Night

Several months ago, Kyle declared she wanted to be a mermaid for Halloween.  At the same time, she announced her brother would be a crab.  This began a vast search for the perfect mermaid costume, which sadly could not be found.  Luckily, a wonderful friend came to the rescue and designed a t costume that literally stole the show.  While the costume was outstanding, Kyle was more worried about the lack of water and how would she be able to swim for candy.  Well, her fear did not pan out, as it poured.  Not sure that is what she had in mind.  Although we hit fewer candy spots, she still ha d a blast and was most thrilled by cookies at the bakery.  In true Kyle fashion, she was more than thrilled to let them know Jack wanted a cookie, too.  He obliged by smiling!