Happy Valentine's Day!

Something to smile about...

I wanted to post this to have to look back on.  Both of my kids love their crocheted blankets that Jessica made them. Even more than the ones that I made them! But Jacob REALLY loves his. It has gotten to the point that when I lay him down in his crib and his blanket is at the end of his bed, he is trying to reach for it. Then, when I pick it up to cover him up with it, he starts laughing. Then, once he has it in his hands, he buries his face in it, snuggles down, and goes right to sleep. With all the trouble I had trying to get Taylor to take naps, I am so thankful that Jacob is a good sleeper. And it just makes me smile to see how much pure joy he gets out of that little blanket.

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...