Fourth of July!

We headed down to the shore this Fourth of July as we have for many years now. It was a wonderfully crazy weekend. Much different with a baby. Jake was very sick the first few days so I missed a few days at the beach, but then he started feeling much better! We took him down to the beach the last day and he was spoiled with attention. he loves feeling the sand. Jon played plenty of beach volleyball and horseshoes and we ate our share of food. Abby and Bobby were in town too! It was so nice to see them. Jack and Jake were up to their usual obsessing over each other. Jack offered some," Appa Jusss" to Jake. He actually got a taste of it from the sippy cup and cried to have more. So funny. Here are a few pics from the weekend.

Eating Everything!

Poor Brooke!

Jake has definetely started teething. He is waking up three sometimes four times in the night again and will be wide awake. During the day he is chewing on everything in site and drooling up a storm. I can't wait for these little teeth to come in so my baby can feel better and I can get some much needed rest!

THE CHOP

BEFORE

AFTER

Another Crazy Weekend!

This past weekend we went down to Maryland for George and Stacey's wedding (friends from college). It was a blast. The wedding was beautiful and we had the chance to catch up with a bunch of our college friends and have a, "night out." My sister and brother in law, Eko, babysat Jake and did a great job. He was so happy to spend time with his aunt and uncle! On Sunday, we had brunch with Laura and Justin who we haven't seen since their wedding in May. They have an adorable row home in Federal Hill and are doing great.Playing with Uncle Eko

Megan and I... or Pale and tan...Oh yeah... I chopped my hair!

Dyson = JAWS

So the new thing we are learning over here in Jacobland is that vacuum's are scary creatures who might eat your blankie...in case you didn't know Jakey is afraid of sudden loud noises. It is very cute because he pouts his little lips, cries and just wants his mommy or daddy to hold him when he is scared. Anything from a loud sudden boom of something falling to a room full of people suddenly laughing loudly, will freak him out. Anyway, I can't vacuum unless I hold him, that's how bad it is right now. When I come accross something the vacuum does not want to swallow... watch out! Jake thinks the vacuum will attack. it is so cute, but I sure do hope it is a phase! I love my Dyson!

I thought that if I gave Jake some "funtime" with the vacuum he might not be afraid of it... a few minutes later... I found out I was wrong.

Some Fun Everyday Pics

Reading a Book with Blankie

Hanging with jack and Brooke


Shopping with Mommy Where Else... TarJey

Daddy and Jakey Laundry

Learning How to Sit Up with Poppel (as Jack says)

More Shore Pictures

Getting Ready for Bed.. We are both looking tired!

Hanging with Geeg

Playing with Jack

Jake is Sitting Up!

Abby Came Home for the Weekend!

Jakey After a Nap, BEDHEAD

He is Chewing on Everything in Sight!

Baby's First Trip to the Shore!

I can roll one way, but I get stuck and can't roll back!

Talking to Daddy


Scrub a Dub Dub I LOVE the tub!

Jon and I took Jake on his very first trip to Stone Harbor. He loved it! We took him down to the beach, relaxed together and even fit in a bath in the tub. It was a fun weekend.

Dad's Special Birthday Dinner

Sunday we celebrated my dad's birthday. As he says... his 35th... hehe. My step mom and step sis Courtney decided it would be fun to do something different. So, they planned a murder mystery dinner. We all received invitation with character descriptions in the mail and were told to dress up as our characters but to keep in mind all the characters were on a Bahamian cruise. It was very fun. We had the first round outside on the deck with cocktails. Then, a Bahamian style dinner in the dining room which was decorated for the theme! Turns out Katie was the murder. Nikki was the only one who figured it out... although Jon had taken ample notes.

Jon was a basketball player, I was a famous actress and Jaket was a sailor.

Weddings Galore

This past weekend Jon and I had two weddings! Friday night two of my fellow teacher friends , Tina and Ryan, got married in Mount Laurel, NJ. They invited all of their classes. It was great to see some of my co-workers and students! Afterwards, we picked up Jakey from Aunt Janet and Uncle Rick's and headed down to B-more....

Then, Saturday I was in one of my best friends Laura's weddings. She married her perfect match Justin in Columbia, MD. It was a beautiful outdoor wedding. They had amazing weather. I got to see tons of my girlfriends and had a blast!

Babies, Bottles and Bighams .... oh My!

Jakey Standing with Gabby

The Whole Gang!

Jake Talking to Colin

This Friday, Jake and I went to visit some family friends, the Bighams. The whole gang was there including the brand new additions, twin girls Ella and Eva. They were born two weeks before Jake. It was so nice to see everyone. Jake made some new friends and had a lot to say!

Little Stinker

Jakey's new toy we borrowed from Jack. He loves to play and tries to bounce!
Lately, Jakey has been trying solid foods. He LOVES them. SO far he has tried baby oatmeal, green beans and peas (much to my dismay his favorite). Today I made my own carrot puree for him to try next week. It was fun. It made me feel like a real mommy! He is still really messy when he eats and can't seem to figure out what to do with his tongue. It is very cute and pretty funny. I love when he wants more and grunts to let me know. Such a boy!
He has recently started to protest when it is time for his nap. He knows right when we walk in his room what time it is. It is kind of frustrating but makes me realize how much older and smarter he is becoming. I love that he would rather play with me, but I also want him to be a good sleeper. So I am trying my best to stay consistent. Everyday I learn and see a little more of his personality. So far he likes veggies so we know he doesn't have mommy's genes in that department. Thank goodness.

If this is just the beginning..... my life is going to be Beeee..UTIFUL!


- Frank Sinatra