My sick little boy... eating toast

2 down... one to go...

The virus got Jon too. it started in the middle of the night for Jon and he hasn't been able to get out of bed all day today. I thought Jake was better but he has been very sick today too. I just keep hoping that I am spared...

We've been hit..

Last night at around 8:30 Jake woke up with the dreaded stomach virus. He was up two more times and was sick. So far today he has been okay and he is already taking nap numero uno because he was so wiped. Hopefully we won't have it as bad as some of the horror stories I have been hearing. Pray for us! Have a nice day and stay warm.

Courtesy of Aunt Nikki

Since we have been back...

Boy things change quickly around here. Since we have been back, Jake has a bunch of new words and skills! He now says mama, dada, walk, book, more, night- night and banana, truck and a couple others hat we hear on rare occasions. Lately, he can feed himself with a spoon and attempts to pick food up with his fork (so cute). Jake gives five and waves hello and goodbye. He also gives mommy and daddy kisses which is adorable and probably my favorite new thing! He holds and drinks from a sippy cup as well as bottle all by himself. He is also phasing himself off the bottle. (He pushes it away... such a big boy). There is no more rocking at night, which makes me very sad. I use to sing to him every night and now he talks throughout each song, so funny. Our new routine is that he drinks his bottle as I read him stories then he goes right to bed. He is sleeping with a book in his crib now because he loves to read and it calms him to sleep. But, the latest and biggest news is that he is starting to WALK!!! Yes, WALK. My little baby boy... I can't believe it. He now crawls around the house saying," walk, walk" He loves it!

Planes, Trains and Automobiles!

Jakes first snow with Daddy!

Mexico

Here are some pictures from our trip to Mexico! It was amazing and beautiful. We were in Riviera Maya at Puertos Adventuras. I was sad to leave Jake and almost changed my mind a few times, but I am so glad we went. Jake had a fun time with Mommel and Poppel who spoiled him rotten. It was great to just be a couple again for a few days and it didn't hurt that the weather was 85 degrees everyday and we were staying in an amazing resort. Plus, we couldn't have gone with a better couple! We played board games for hours, sat poolside and enjoyed the Mexican yummy food every night. Jess and I sang a little Kareoke and had the whole bar singing along with us at one point. Click on the link below for pics!

Snapfish:Album:Owned

Home for the Holidays

Jon showing Jake the fire

Ladies in the kitchen as usual

Expecting Parents of a BOY!!!!

Jake tearing into one of his many gifts... he was spoiled

Eko and Jon playing backgammon

Jake with his favorite gift from Santa, Thomas the Train!

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Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Packing and Snacking

Over here in Sharpland we are preparing for the holidays and loving every minute! Last night we had a neighborhood gift exchange. It was wondeful to meet more neighbors and it confimed that I picked the right street to live on! We are all packed up for our weekend in Baltimore. Our presents are almost wrapped so, life is good. We head down tomorrow. My family always has a Christmas Eve party and I can't wait for Jake to see everyone. It should be a fun time. When we get back, Jon and I have to start packing again... this time for MEXICO!! We are going with Jess and Mike. First trip alone, 4 nights- no JAKE:(. I am a little nervous and will miss him SO SO much, but we need it and it is going to be amazing. Well, have a wonderful holiday everyone!

Waving Bye Bye

Jake opening his first Christmas gift from Jess and Mike!

He loves it!

Aunt Jill during a double feeding session

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Family Road Trip

This past weekend, we took a family road trip down to Alexandria, VA to see Eko and Nikki. It started off... well... not so fun. Jake stayed AWAKE the whole trip down! Over three hours.. this picture sums up the ride!

Jake loved their Xmas tree and continued pulling down ornaments all weekend.

We took Jake to see Santa and he was so happy. He snuggled Santa and was very smiley!

Again... the tree..

It was a wonderful weekend. We went out to breakfast (my favorite), made dinner as a fam and watched movies. SO relaxing. Jake slept very well while we were away and the whole way home.

Holding Hands

Jake and I love to hold hands...

Today I'll hold my baby's hand

And take time to explore.

The secrets of a baby's world

This moment has in store.

For that same hand will wave goodbye

When baby days have passed.

Today I'll hold my baby's hand

For babies grow so fast.

Feeling Much Better!

Pulling on the Christmas Tree


Jake the Builder

Playing with Anna Even While Mommy is Trying to Tutor, He loves Anna

His Most Recent Obsession, climbing the stairs and being chased!

Sharing is Caring

So, Jill and I are together a lot and therefore so are our kiddos. We try to teach Jack and Jake that sharing is caring. Cheesy.... but great! Anyway, the kids have been taking it to a whole new level lately. Every cold or illness Jake gets, Jack and Brooke do too. Now, Jake and Brooke have RSV, a nasty respiratory virus. It can be scary with little guys because their breathing can really be effected. Jake luckily just has the beginning stages. He is pretty happy considering, he's just not eating or sleeping as well. However, you would never know he was sick by this video... he is such a sweet, happy boy!

Boys and Their Cars

It start early... this morning while playing, Jake said "truck" like 5 times. It is crazy how many different sounds and words he is trying to create. I am lovin' it! You will notice in the video Jake has to carry a toy wherever he goes.