Saturday, December 18, 2010
8 months!
I can't believe Annabelle's due date is 8 weeks from today and she will probably be here sooner than that - if she follow in her brother's footsteps! We can't wait to meet her!
Friday, December 17, 2010
I'm dreaming of a White December 17th
Well, if that was the case, my wish has come true. It is snowing here in Lubbock. So, what better to do than open and play with Christmas presents and snuggle up! Here are a few pics we have taken lately.
Jackson opened up a big truck in his new room. Notice the empty room and fabulous paint job. Thanks to the wonderful Daddy!
Jackson opened up a big truck in his new room. Notice the empty room and fabulous paint job. Thanks to the wonderful Daddy!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
All Aboard!
Last night, Russell, Jackson and I boarded the Polar Express and headed to the North Pole. On the way, we sang songs, drank hot chocolate and ate cookies. When we arrived, we saw Santa and his Elves. They boarded the train and came back to Lubbock with us. On the way back, we talked to Santa and told him what we wanted for Christmas. He gave us all jingle bells and even sent one home for Annabelle.
We had a good time. Sometimes I think the parents have more fun than the kids. But, Jackson was a very good little boy and I think he had fun. He had an "amazed" look on his face most of the time. All the characters were a little crazy and got a little close but he didn't mind that at all. Notice in the one pic, he is literally running for the train. That boy loves a "choo train."
We had a good time. Sometimes I think the parents have more fun than the kids. But, Jackson was a very good little boy and I think he had fun. He had an "amazed" look on his face most of the time. All the characters were a little crazy and got a little close but he didn't mind that at all. Notice in the one pic, he is literally running for the train. That boy loves a "choo train."
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Early Christmas
Yesterday, we let Jackson open one of his gifts. He gets so much, I figured it would be more fun to spread out the excitement. Not to mention, we will be traveling and we won't be carrying his new toys with him so he might as well enjoy some of them now.
Also notice Jackson's new haircut. Russell took Jackson yesterday morning while I got to sleep in. We like it long but it was getting in his eyes so we just got a trim over his eyes and ears.
Jackson's gift was a new set of bath toys that included all kinds of musical instruments and some bath crayons and paints. Of course, he and Daddy tested them out last night.
Also notice Jackson's new haircut. Russell took Jackson yesterday morning while I got to sleep in. We like it long but it was getting in his eyes so we just got a trim over his eyes and ears.
Jackson's gift was a new set of bath toys that included all kinds of musical instruments and some bath crayons and paints. Of course, he and Daddy tested them out last night.
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Dinner date
Last night we went to the Leach's house for pizza and eggnog. Cy and Jackson enjoyed playing again. There was another couple there and they brought their 3 month old baby. I was excited to see how Jackson would act around the baby. He was SO sweet. He kept saying the word "baby" which we had never practiced before. He would play for a while then he would go back and check on the sleeping baby. The mom even let Jackson pet the baby several times. It was really sweet. Jackson is going to be a caring and wonderful big brother to his sister!
Playdate
Friday morning, we had a playdate with Cy and Amanda. I could not get them to sit still for a good pic so this is the best I could do. After the playdate, we went to lunch with the Daddy's and another couple. Lunch spilled into both of the boys' naptime but they did really well. We had Mexican so the loud atmosphere probably helped!
We were worried Jackson might be coming down with a cold because he woke up a little grumpy. After his nap, we went to the doc where he was all smiles and munching on grapes and goldfish. The doctor probably thought we were crazy for thinking he was sick. At least he got checked out. He throat was a little red but a strep test was negative. I guess it's just a little cold. It's definately going around.
We were worried Jackson might be coming down with a cold because he woke up a little grumpy. After his nap, we went to the doc where he was all smiles and munching on grapes and goldfish. The doctor probably thought we were crazy for thinking he was sick. At least he got checked out. He throat was a little red but a strep test was negative. I guess it's just a little cold. It's definately going around.
Monday, December 6, 2010
It really is a BABY GIRL
I'm pooped! Today was the first weekday Jackson was home with me since finishing daycare. We had a busy schedule. I had a sonogram in the morning and my regular doctor appointment in the afternoon. The sonogram was really exciting. We got some great 3-D pictures of Annabelle's little face. It was amazing to see a picture of a little baby and to know that is our Annabelle. And, I had been a little concerned that the doctor would tell me he made a mistake on gender. Nope, we are still having a baby girl. I even left her baby bedding boxed up in case I had to send it back!
Annabelle currently weighs 3 pounds, 14 ounces which is in the 52nd percentile. She is on target to be a "normal" size baby at around 7 1/2 pounds. We'll see!
This afternoon's visit went well, too. I have been having some pretty bad back pain the last few days which I think is Sciatica. I talked to the doctor about that. Unfortunately, there is not much I can do. She suggested getting a maternity belt and showed me some exercises. However, she wasn't sure how helpful they would be based on the location of my pain. I'm sure the best remedy is bedrest but, with an 18 month old, that isn't going to happen! We go back in two weeks and we have another sonogram in January.
I must give hugs out to my Jackson. He was so well behaved all day. Russell said he had a talk with him about being a good boy for mommy and I guess it worked! Thanks Daddy!
Annabelle currently weighs 3 pounds, 14 ounces which is in the 52nd percentile. She is on target to be a "normal" size baby at around 7 1/2 pounds. We'll see!
This afternoon's visit went well, too. I have been having some pretty bad back pain the last few days which I think is Sciatica. I talked to the doctor about that. Unfortunately, there is not much I can do. She suggested getting a maternity belt and showed me some exercises. However, she wasn't sure how helpful they would be based on the location of my pain. I'm sure the best remedy is bedrest but, with an 18 month old, that isn't going to happen! We go back in two weeks and we have another sonogram in January.
I must give hugs out to my Jackson. He was so well behaved all day. Russell said he had a talk with him about being a good boy for mommy and I guess it worked! Thanks Daddy!
Jackson with Santa
On Friday, when Jackson and I got to the Austin airport, Southwest had Santa taking pictures with the kiddos. Jackson got his pic taken with Santa. Santa is pretty scary looking. I think I had my hands too full at the time to notice! Nevertheless, we didn't try too hard to get a smile. I think Jackson just wanted to go look at the airplanes anyways. Maybe next time we see Santa both Santa and Jackson will be a little more in the Christmas spirit!
Saturday, December 4, 2010
The rest of Thanksgiving
Jackson and I got home yesterday from our Thanksgiving getaway. The week was filled with surprises and only one was not so good. I came down with a virus that left me with a sore throat and a cough. Not fun. Luckily, I went to mom's doctor and today I am finally starting to feel better.
I had the blog updated through Monday.
On Monday afternoon, Ms. Pat stopped by to see Jackson and brought him a choo choo train. He loves it. Mimi also made one of my favs - pot roast.
On Tuesday, we got Jackson's holiday pictures and I went to the doctor. On Tuesday night, we went to Poppy's office Christmas party. Not sure why he wanted us to go but I guess he wanted to show off his handsome little grandson. We had fun. Jackson was so well behaved and the food was really good.
On Wednesday, we were supposed to go to mom's office. Her coworkers are asking why they haven't met Jackson. I just wasn't feeling too great and Jackson and I took a really long nap. Wednesday night we ordered pizza and movies and Uncle Chris came over to see the Boo.
Thursday was my 30th birthday. I wasn't too excited about it but my family made it a great day. Russell sent me flowers and got me a purse I wanted. Mimi and Poppy got me lots of good stuff and, most importantly, a cookie cake - my favorite. Mimi and I went shopping in the afternoon where I found several things I had been wanting. We went out for dinner and I got chicken Parmesan (another fav) and we stopped by one of Mimi's friend's houses after dinner so they could see Jackson. It was a good day.
On Friday morning, Jackson and I flew back to Lubbock. I actually had to be in court Friday afternoon so when I finally got home to unpack, I had two more surprises. I got a gift in the mail from Mimi and Poppy and baby girl's bedding and room accessories arrived. I ordered baby girls stuff back in September so I have been anxiously awaiting it's arrival. I have even had paint swatched sitting on my dresser for months waiting to get going on her room. My really exciting gift - a Timi and Leslie diaper bag. It is fab and huge! It has plenty of room to carry stuff for 2 babies! I picked it out months ago when we found out we were having Baby #2. I told Mimi that is what I wanted for my birthday. We ordered it back in October but the color I wanted was on back order. Anyways, it finally came in. I love it and was so exicted it finally came in. Jessica Alba even has this bag - NOT the reason I ordered it but I am flattered she wants to carry the same bag as me. :)
Jackson and I were pooped from this week and so excited to be reunited with Russell and Maggie. He actually fell asleep at 6:30 last night and didn't wake up until 7:15. Glad he got his rest and it gave Russell and I the chance to cook and enjoy a yummy dinner last night after he went to bed.
I need to wrap this up. Jackson wants me to play with him. He managed to get so much stuff we had to borrow a piece of luggage from Mimi and Poppy to get it all back. I have no idea where we are going to put all these new toys! Enjoy the pics - I still have a video I will try to post later.
I had the blog updated through Monday.
On Monday afternoon, Ms. Pat stopped by to see Jackson and brought him a choo choo train. He loves it. Mimi also made one of my favs - pot roast.
On Tuesday, we got Jackson's holiday pictures and I went to the doctor. On Tuesday night, we went to Poppy's office Christmas party. Not sure why he wanted us to go but I guess he wanted to show off his handsome little grandson. We had fun. Jackson was so well behaved and the food was really good.
On Wednesday, we were supposed to go to mom's office. Her coworkers are asking why they haven't met Jackson. I just wasn't feeling too great and Jackson and I took a really long nap. Wednesday night we ordered pizza and movies and Uncle Chris came over to see the Boo.
Thursday was my 30th birthday. I wasn't too excited about it but my family made it a great day. Russell sent me flowers and got me a purse I wanted. Mimi and Poppy got me lots of good stuff and, most importantly, a cookie cake - my favorite. Mimi and I went shopping in the afternoon where I found several things I had been wanting. We went out for dinner and I got chicken Parmesan (another fav) and we stopped by one of Mimi's friend's houses after dinner so they could see Jackson. It was a good day.
On Friday morning, Jackson and I flew back to Lubbock. I actually had to be in court Friday afternoon so when I finally got home to unpack, I had two more surprises. I got a gift in the mail from Mimi and Poppy and baby girl's bedding and room accessories arrived. I ordered baby girls stuff back in September so I have been anxiously awaiting it's arrival. I have even had paint swatched sitting on my dresser for months waiting to get going on her room. My really exciting gift - a Timi and Leslie diaper bag. It is fab and huge! It has plenty of room to carry stuff for 2 babies! I picked it out months ago when we found out we were having Baby #2. I told Mimi that is what I wanted for my birthday. We ordered it back in October but the color I wanted was on back order. Anyways, it finally came in. I love it and was so exicted it finally came in. Jessica Alba even has this bag - NOT the reason I ordered it but I am flattered she wants to carry the same bag as me. :)
Jackson and I were pooped from this week and so excited to be reunited with Russell and Maggie. He actually fell asleep at 6:30 last night and didn't wake up until 7:15. Glad he got his rest and it gave Russell and I the chance to cook and enjoy a yummy dinner last night after he went to bed.
I need to wrap this up. Jackson wants me to play with him. He managed to get so much stuff we had to borrow a piece of luggage from Mimi and Poppy to get it all back. I have no idea where we are going to put all these new toys! Enjoy the pics - I still have a video I will try to post later.
Cirque on Sunday
and Jackson and Poppy playing in the cul-de-sac when we got home. The other neighborhood boys were playing and Jackson loves to see the other kids. He thinks he is as big as they are!
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