Our first Family Vacation.

Two of our dear friends from Chicago area got married in April. We decided to fly out for the wedding and visit some of Jeff's family. 

I have to admit I stressed about this vacation for months! I was terrified to fly with a baby. I kept thinking that it was going to be the worst experience ever......but to my surprise Jackson did amazing. He was a trooper through the whole thing. I think its because I told him if he was good I would buy him what ever he wanted.....he just looked at me with a blank stare.....I think he got it.

 

Jackson loved spending time with his Nana and Pappa

Jeff and I had a great time at the wedding.

As a Family we where able to catch Jackson's first Baseball Game. How fitting that it was the cubs at Wrigley field!

Thanks to Nana and Pappa, Jeff and I where able to spend a night in Chicago by our selves! We attended a Blackhawks game and got to explore the city.

We had a amazing time! Cant wait to do it again.

8 months.

Dear Jackson,

 You are eight months old! You are becoming such a big boy!

You love trying new foods.

You try to grab everything!

You Love to cuddle with Dad.

You went to your first Baseball game at Wrigley Field! Go Cubbies!

We went to visit your Grandpa and Nana

You can get on your hands and knees all by your self! 

You love to make a mess of your toys

You love your toes

You love to cuddle with Bailey

And you love to Melt moms heart with yours eyes

Happy 8 months little Mr! 

We Love You!

Dad and Mom

7 Months!

Dear Jackson,

 This month was almost a blur, it went by way to fast. Your mom gets to stay home with you now. It has been pure joy to do that with you.

This month we have had our ups and downs. You mom was trying to get used to staying home all day and was trying hard to get us in a routine. After we settled in together, we had a great time!

You have had so many mile stones this month that we couldn't even keep up! but here is some pictures of your cute little seven month self!

You have become obsessed with your Bobbies!

You love everything about bailey, you love to feed her and give her kisses!

You love Mickey Mouse! You get so excited when you see him.

You celebrated your first Easter!

You love to sleep weird in your crib and you have to have your Dog blanket (Lovie) to fall asleep.

You love walks!

And most of all you love to eat everything!

Happy 7 months our baby boy!

We Love you,

Dad and Mom

6 Months Old

Dear Jackson,

 This month you have overwhelmed us with all the new things you can do! It is amazing to us how fast you grow.

You love baby food, You can't get enough of it. Sweet potatoes are your favorite. We did sadly find out that you are allergic to peas.

You found your toes. You love to grab them and try to eat them

      You can grab toys now. You love to put everything in your mouth.

one your tummy you can scoot to get a toy.

You are so silly. You love to make us laugh.

You love Bailey. You get so excited to see her, you also try to eat her.

You suck on your bottom lip,  we think it makes you look like a old man.

You got to see snow for the first time....Your mom was more excited then you.

You do this funny dance when you get excited. You tilt your head to one side and shake your body.

You have to sleep with a soft blanket....you snuggle up right to it....but as soon as your fall sleep...we sneak in and take it out. You have gotten mad at your mom a few times.

You have a fake smile that you do sometimes, it makes us laugh

This was your last month going to Aunt Rachel's while Mom was at work. Mom gets to stay home with you now, She is so excited to help you learn and watch you grow. 

We Love you

Dad and Mom

Notre Dame

College football started just after we brought Jackson home.

He has spent many Saturday's watching Notre Dame with his dad. 

Notre Dame made it to the play offs!  We were so excited that we had a little family party. Even Bailey joined in......

We think Jackson is the cutest Notre Dame fan that we have ever seen!

5 Months Old

Dear Jackson,

You are becoming one silly little boy, I love that you can finally show us your personality!

This month you have had to go to Physical Therapy. You have a tight neck on one side. So we have to do lots of stretches, so you can do many more things. Guess what!? you have done amazing. You are now able to roll to you side like a pro!

You got to try Cereal for the first time this month.....you liked it.... but you were not very interested in eating it. You sure did like to play in it though.

You love soft blankets.....you can not snuggle with out one

You are getting better at tummy time everyday. You still love to complain about it sometimes.

You have discovered hair. You are always trying too grab and eat mine, you are very sneaky.

You love to laugh. We always tickle you to hear it. Sorry, it is a selfish torture 

You had your first Ear infection this month. We both felt so bad for you!

You love to give sloppy kisses. We just say kisses and you give us the sweetest kiss!

You are such a joy to us, We can't wait to discover what is coming next.

We love you

Dad and Mom