6 months!

Jacob had his half birthday last Friday. I can't believe he's already 6 months!! It's all gone by way too fast.

He's had two doctor appointments this week. On Monday he saw the cardiologist. (He had to see him before we left the hospital in July. There is a valve that closes soon after birth they were mildly concerned with because it hadn't closed yet.) We got great news that the hole had closed and the flap (?) was almost closed. We didn't realize there were two things they were concerned about until we talked with Dr. Reddy but he assured us that there was nothing to be worried over and that he did not need to see him again. Great news!

The second appointment was Wednesday for his 6 month check up and shots. Dr. Flanagan said everything looked great. He's in the 75% for length and 50% for weight and head size. He's dropped % for weight so it looks like he's leaning out and going to be really tall. I wonder where he's getting that height from?? haha (for those of you who don't know - his dad is 6' 3") He did have to get two shots and a vaccine drink at this appointment. He turns beet red when they give him shots and then just lets out this loud cry. It really only lasted less than a minute though and he was over it. He's a tough guy :)

So, at 6 months, Jacob is rolling from his tummy to his back (and only once so far from his back to tummy), sitting for a little bit before falling over, reaching and grabbing toys and everything else he can get his paws on, and laughing like crazy. I love his big smile and his laugh. Jacob is such a cuddle bear and he smiles so big whenever you hug him tight and love on him. He's such a happy baby and is really a joy to take care of! I feel so blessed to have him and Taylor.

Speaking of Taylor, she is still the best big sister to Jacob. She tries so hard to find toys for him, gets him his paci, will come find me if he's crying, etc. She loves him so much and you can really tell. I was talking to her the other day about taking her to a movie for the first time and she was visibly upset that Jacob wouldn't be able to go with us. She just couldn't understand why he wouldn't go too. Such a sweet girl!

Testing a picture

Taylor in Grapeland...1.1.10

Where did she get that hair?

I know I am extremely biased...but I think my daughter is just beautiful. I love her hair and I wish it were my own. Although, I guess it halfway is? hmmm...

Here's a pic. In color and in b&w, because I couldn't decide which way I liked it better.

5 Months

Here's our 5 month old! Jacob is such a sweet, sweet boy. He has started eating cereal, playing with toys more, talking a LOT, and laughing at everything! We think one day he may sleep through the night. But we've stopped holding our breath :) haha!

Photoshop practice

Bear with me...I got Photoshop for Christmas!!! So I'm just playing around a little here...

Taylor's 3rd Birthday!

Our little girl is getting so big!! She turned 3 on Sunday and had her birthday party Saturday. We had lots of fun at the party. There was a Princess bounce castle, an ice cream cake, and lots of friends and family. Here are a few pictures of the weekend:

Quick update

Here are some recent pics taken at my parents house.

Jacob is 4 1/2 months now and Taylor will be 3 in two weeks! Where did the time go??

Right now Jacob has started eating cereal twice a day. He makes a huge mess! He likes to try to suck on his hands and arms while I'm feeding him which is not very helpful. Also, if Taylor is eating at the table at the same time he will just stare at her and smile and laugh. Really cute but also not helpful!

He has rolled over from his tummy to his back a few times. The first time was at Granny & Grandpa's house last weekend while they were watching him.

He loves to play with his toys now. He'll sit in the exersaucer, lay on his playmat, or play with toys while in the jumper. He also loves to look in the mirror in his swing - that baby up there is so cute!

We went to see Santa yesterday. I'll post a pic of that soon.

He's such a fun baby and so sweet! (as long as the sun is up) Hopefully he'll start sleeping better soon. I think that would make our household all a little sweeter- but for now I'll try to be thankful for the extra times I get to see him at night.

As for Taylor, she has grown like a weed! I can't believe my baby will be 3 so very soon. She is pretty much potty trained - with only an occasional slip up here and there. I feel confident that I can take her places and most often not need the extra set of clothes.

She's been a flower girl twice this year. For two of my best friends - Becky and Brandi. Thank you both for getting married in the same year - it made for a lot of fun and very convenient to buy one flower girl dress and get a lot of use out of it (especially since we got it before Easter and wore it for that too!)

Taylor has a great imagination! She is constantly making up stories with her dolls and toys. Making up songs to sing in the car. Giving anyone we don't know made up names. And letting us know what her brother is "saying".

She's really taken well to her role as big sister. She will fetch me anything for Jacob that I ask and will often try to take care of him herself if he's upset. She loves it when he smiles at her too!

Taylor has learned to ride her tricycle now. She will get going really fast down the driveway and then let herself run off into the grass to stop. At first this scared her but now she does it on purpose.

Well, that's all I can think of right now. Here are the pictures I promised: