Jack update

This is how Jack spends his mornings while Terry and I are getting ready for work.

 Daddy Time

 1st Football game - watching Uncle B

 Uncle RyRy even showed up to jump on the bleachers with Jack.

 Hanging out with B after the game

 Jack really liked B's helmet

Family Picture Sneak Peak...who's missing?

My Grandma Lillian wanted family pictures taken of everyone therefore my friend Lissy met up with us on Saturday (hottest day of the year)...enjoy.

Jack did not want to be in this picture - too bad because I really like this picture!!  If you'd like to see the rest visit, http://missprissiness.wordpress.com/2011/09/05/happy-labor-day/.  Thanks Lis!

Weekend with Mimi & Papa

Jack and I went to Kirksville this weekend to spend time with Mimi, Papa and to see Uncle RyRy!  We got to town around 2:30 on Friday, just in time to make it to my Mom's school so she could show him off to all the teachers and  faculty.  He was a bit nervous at first because her students were all swarming him but he warmed up because a few of them had caterpillars (fascinating!).  Once Ben made it over (he walks from the middle school), we headed out to my parent's house.  Jack was so excited.  For some reason, he LOVES my parent's driveway (it's rock)...as you can see below he spent a good portion of the weekend throwing rocks.  Funny story: my dad got home and said "Jack do you want to watch Papa on the tractor?" so we walked up to the barn and my dad starts up the tractor.  Not even 30 seconds go by and Millie, my parent's cat (who lives outdoors), runs by...Jack doesn't ever get to see cats except for books or his Little People figurines so needless to say he lost ALL interest in Papa's tractor and ran off to harass the cat.  

Saturday we went over to Truman State University to see Ryan.  Jack would not stop asking about RyRy the night before because he was very confused to why Ryan wasn't there.  I called my brother as we parked and he walked downstairs to let us in...as he opened the door, Jack spotted him and it was like out of a movie.  Jack goes running, screaming RyRy RyRy!!! It was so adorable.  I wish I would have gotten a picture as Ryan bent down to pick him up - melt my heart.

We got to see Ryan's room and it smelled nice because he brewed coffee right before we arrived (much appreciated).  We picked up Erin (Jack's teacher/babysitter) from her new house and we all went out for lunch.  Poor Erin, she got pelted with Jack's fries through the last 15 minutes or so.  Late Saturday afternoon, Jack and I stopped by to see my dear friend Tish and her 8 month old daughter, Violet.  Unfortunately Jack was in a possessive mood (shock I know) but he wouldn't let me hold her :(  That's okay she was happy to let me make funny faces and read to her.  It was wonderful spending time with them even if it was a short visit.

Saturday night, Mom and I saw The Help which was AMAZING!!  Disclaimer: I did NOT read the book.  Papa had the joy of putting Jack to bed and I think he enjoyed his Mickey Mouse Clubhouse cuddle time pre-bed :)

Sunday morning, we woke up to cinnamon rolls and lots of train time.  Uncle "B" was obsessed with Thomas the Train when he was little so lucky Jack because my parents kept EVERYTHING!!  And since Ben was the baby, he truly had every train, accessory, track piece, etc.  I love not having to take toys with us.

We had a wonderful weekend - thanks Mimi & Papa!!!  We love you!

30, 28, 18...adds up to lots of good times!

From now on, I'm back to updating every 1-2 weeks...I'm getting complaints (mostly from Aunt CC) but she forgives me because I just got to spend an entire weekend with her and Nic in Denver!  The last few weeks have flown by!  Uncle Andrew came into town to work for Terry and stain our fence (our side looks great/the neighbors view not so much).  We went to Kirksville for my 10 year high school reunion.  I celebrated my 28th birthday on Thursday and then flew out to Denver Friday morning to celebrate with my bff's Colleen (CC) and Nicolette for Nic's 30th b-day.  I got back in today which also happens to be Jack's 18 month 1/2 birthday.  Let me tell you it's much harder to take a monthly picture when your child is body slamming the stuff animal (which Terry taught him).  Enjoy!

 Nothing cuter than a boy in his cowboy hat!

 Uncle Andrew loves hats too!

 Jack's newest obsession - Little People

 Someone enjoyed a chocolate chip cookie..or two.

 He likes to show you the farm animals and tell you what sounds they make.

 Picture Time

 This should be interesting...

 He did NOT want to hold the sign

 Take it! Take it! Even if my foot is in the picture :)

 My Sweet Boy!

 "Are we done yet?"

 "Because I'm ready to body slam my giraffe"

 Me & Colleen

Nicolette - 30, Me - 28 & Colleen - 29

This trip was our first of our now annual 30th b-day celebrations.  Next up is Colleen next summer in Door County!

Has it really been 3 weeks since my last post?

This summer is flying by...I wish it would slow down!  We're having so much fun.  Here's a look at the past few weeks:

 Enjoying his first icy pop ever!  

 We now have nightly icy pops on the front porch

 Fun summer tradition

 Jack and his best buddy Patrick at his 1st birthday bash!

 These two are exactly 4 months (+1 day) apart.  Take note of their facial expressions - ha!! I have a feeling these two are going to get in lots of trouble together in the future.

 The party theme was "Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb"  Shannon (Patrick's mom) did an AMAZING job!! I wish I would have taken more pictures of all the decor.  The attention to details was beyond impressive.  If you haven't read the book, it's about monkeys and drums therefore the kids got to make drums as a craft.  So cute!! Jack loved his and colored every last inch of it :)

 During present time, Jack literally spent 5 minutes playing with this bag.  It was a hoot!!

 Crack me up!

 Jack has gotten to spend a lot of time with his Uncle RyRy this summer.  

 He adores him :)

 Jack is still a Mama's boy...

 Proof is in the picture...which I LOVE.

 These pictures are just funny.  They really capture Jack's personality.

 He's such a ham...Ryan was making him laugh by gasping really loud.  It's the little things...ha!

 Wrestling with RyRy

 It was close but Jack won.

It's going to be a sad day for Jack when he realizes that Ryan's stay is not permanent.  He goes back to Kirksville at the end of the week to celebrate his birthday and start college in a couple weeks.  I have a feeling Terry and I are going to get a lot of "RyRy?  RyRy?" followed by Jack standing outside of the guest room or looking out the front door :(  It's been a fun summer Ryan!!  We can't wait til next summer :)