18 months and 18 weeks

Jacob is (almost) 18 months!  He is growing and learning so much every day.  He is talking almost all the time, although it's not all understandable quite yet. He loves reading his books, playing with his cars, and most of all, being outside.  I think he would stay outside all day if I would let him.  He loves the dogs and yells at them through the window all day until we go out.  He is getting a little pickier about eating, but I hope it's just a phase.  He is still a great sleeper, 3 hour naps and at least 12 hours at night. 
I have to say, Jacob is definitely what they call "all boy!"  He is so rough and always going full speed.  Just Tuesday, he fell out of a chair during story time at the library and busted his lip pretty good. It didn't really seem to bother him too much, and I'm pretty sure it will happen again before long.  I think all the blood and bruises bother me much more than him. 
Jacob still loves going to story time, play group, and gymnastics every week.  He really loves seeing his friends and tries to say their names now.  He call himself  "Dadub." 
We have his 18 month check up in a few weeks, and I will post his stats then.

Enjoying a little morning reading

It's hard to believe I'm already 18 1/2 weeks with Baby T2.  This is definitely going by much faster!  Other than the expected exhaustion, I've had it pretty easy so far.  As of my 16 week appointment, I had gained 2 pounds. I'm sure that number will start climbing much faster pretty soon!  I'm not showing yet, but I have a feeling that will change any day now.  I've already been feeling lots of movement and a few hard kicks.  I'm pretty sure Baby T2 is going to be just as active as Jacob!  We get to find out if Baby T2 is a boy or girl in just a week and a half.  We can't wait!  Cast your vote (in the sidebar) and let me know what you think!

happy Thursday!

Happy Friday!

Jacob has found a new best friend.  Cooper the Bear talks when you read to him and Jacob loved him!  He talked to him all the time - it's so cute!

We looked at the monitor last night and couldn't help but laugh.  Jacob was laid out, hands behind his head and feet hanging out the rails!  Too cute!

I hope you all have a great Friday!

Picture Post

I have several cute pictures that I haven't posted yet, so here they are.

Jacob loves his new hat he got for Easter.

 Doesn't look like cooking is going the way he planned...

 I guess it's better now!

Jacob found his pockets!  He loves to find things in his pockets too!

happy Monday!

Happy Easter

Easter was so much fun this year!  Jacob seemed to know something was up when he woke up on Sunday morning.  He ran straight to his Easter basket when he saw it and started pulling out each toy.  The Easter Bunny brought his a new book, baseball bat and ball, two new balls to play with outside, an etch-a-sketch, some bouncing bunnies, and a singing monkey. Jacob loved it all!

After unpacking his Easter basket, we had breakfast and went to church.  After lunch, we took some family pictures before Jacob crashed for his afternoon nap.

We hope you had a wonderful Easter too!

Jacob and the Easter Bunny

Well, they were great friends last year...

but this year, Jacob was not so sure!

Happy Tuesday!

Mississippi Weekend

We had such a fun weekend!  A had to go out of town for work, so Jacob and I went to my parents to spend a few days.  Jacob had a great time visiting with family and playing in a new place with new toys.  We went to a big consignment sale and loaded up on really cute spring and summer clothes for Jacob.  A joined us for the weekend and Jacob's first egg hunt.  He was very upset when they took his eggs to hide them, but he really enjoyed finding them!  He also got an early Easter basket from my parents, and he loved looking at all the goodies inside!

Where are all my eggs?

 I found them!

 More candy!

 Easter pictures, a week early

Happy Monday!