Jackers

I forgot to add that Jackson's school is doing a fantastic job these days. When Aunt Sissy was here after Baron was born she asked me when Jax learned to count in Spanish. I had no idea he could count to ten in Spainish or that he could count backwards from 12 (in English). Also yesterday he was writing the letter J. He would say "J is for Madalyn. . .nooooo! Jay is for Joshua and Jackson. Yeah, J is for Jackson!" Pretty cute!
And finally, Jackson is obsessed with taking pictures these days (no clue where that comes from). Each time he takes a picture he says, "oh, that's a good one. That's going on the blog!"

Happy 6 Weeks!

Friday little Bear was 6 weeks old. The last six weeks have been completely exhausting and wonderfully amazing. Before he was born I wondered if I could love another baby as much as I loved Jackson. As soon as Bear arrived and they handed him to me I knew I loved him with all of my heart. I certainly don't love either of my babies more or less than the other but I do feel that the overwhelming love comes so much more quickly with the second baby. With Jackson I adored him but had so much fear, uncertainty and concern about how to hold him, feed him, bathe him etc. that my initial joy was a little overshadowed. It seems like with the second baby I am able really enjoy everything so much more. There was so much insecurity with being a first time mommy and now I know the hard parts pass so quickly so I can really just love on Baron as a new born. There are so many things that I know are so fleeting and so I'm trying to just snuggle my boys and take advantage of every second I have with them. We are so very blessed to have two such healthy and precious children and I know before long I will be packing their lunches for school and wondering where the time went. Thank you God for the first six weeks with my perfect little Baron. Despite the fact that I have been so tired at times that I literally put the burp rags into the toilet (in my defense it's in the same room as the washing machine) I am still finding myself holding him a little longer than necessary at night just to feel him breathe. I love the super tiny stage. I love the way Baron sleeps, stretches and yawns. He's gotten to be very smiley and giggles every now and then.
Happy 6 weeks Bear, I love you more than you know!
And for my records, you are now 11 pounds 8 ounces:)

Weekend with Nanny and Paw Paw

OK...ok....ok....This was supposed to be posted several months ago. This is the reason that Hillary keeps up with the blog and not me. Anyways, a promise is a promise so here is the blog post that I was supposed to complete in January.

Nanny and Jax had a great time making Play-Doh ornaments for mommy.

Jax and Paw Paw had a great time at the Bass Pro Shop looking at all of the boats.

Jackson was very excited about going outside despite the freezing temperatures.

The Kemah Boardwalk has expanded significantly over the last few years. I was shocked at all of the shops and rides that have developed since I went there as a child. It really makes you feel old. This is Jackson and Paw Paw waiting to catch a ride on the ferris wheel.

Jackson and Nanny had a blast riding on this awesome merry-go-round!

They enjoyed riding the merry-go-round several times.

Here is a good pic of the entire merry-go-round. This is probably the coolest merry-go-round I have ever seen!

Making memories in front of this vintage police car on the Kemah Boardwalk!

I haven't been very good with the blog lately because since meeting with the lactation consultant on March 4th we've basically been doing nursing boot camp. Last week I was sitting in the glider holding Baron and looked down at my sweet baby and said, "come here sweet little kitty." As soon as I said it I looked around hoping that nobody had heard only to see Jay staring at me and trying not to laugh. So, now the running joke in our house is "sweet little kitty." And Jay has offered to drive me anywhere I need to go. . .he said I probably don't need to drive until I get some more sleep:)

Jackson called his Gaga Thursday night. . .
Jackson: Gaga, where are you? Come my house now pweese.
Gaga: I can't tonight I'm at a Bible studay.
Jackson: (eyes as wide as saucers and speaking in a quiet voice) A Bible study? Gaga. . .is Jesus there with you?

Bear

Little Bear is now 10 pounds 3 1/2 ounces and counting! He's supposed to be 11 1/2 pounds by now so I'm hoping in another few weeks he'll be all caught up and growing the way Jackson did.

Baron is such a sweet little baby. He needs to be held a little more than Jackson did but is still a very happy little dude. He far prefers to go to sleep on a shoulder than in his bassinet during the day but at night is pretty good about just going to sleep. We're just so happy and in love with this tiny man.

Christopher Robin

Jackson loves Winnie the Pooh and convinced Gaga to buy him rain boots and an umbrella so that he could walk around in the front yard saying, "tut tut it looks like rain." It was pretty precious and I think we all enjoyed watching and hearing him as much as he enjoyed doing it. Thanks Gaga!

Laugh

Baron is all smiles for Daddy, Jackson, Gaga and Nana these days. Not as much for mommy. I guess he knows I'm all about feeding him and the rest of his family are for fun. I've been really trying to get some good smile pics but so far he turns it off as soon as I turn the camera on. Tonight Bill and Grandmommy were here and Jay was getting Bear to smile like crazy and he actually laughed. Not a huge laugh like Jackson's first but a definite two coo laugh. It was precious! I've tried to recreate it several times to no avail so it will likely be awhile before I hear it again but it was SO cute!
Here's the best picture I could get of a smile Baron gave Gaga yesterday.

Big Brother Jack

Jackson has gotten so good with Baron lately. He runs straight for him to give him a love (hug) and kiss anytime he sees him. He also let's Baron know that when he leaves with daddy or for school he'll be right back. In addition he is obsessed with the fact that he and Baron need a little sister. He keeps asking me if a sister is in my tummy yet. I've told him we have no sister plans. I'm just wondering how this subject has even gotten into his head. He says Bear wants a sister too and that God will give them one. Funny.
He is also very protective of Bear. And I think he will be quite the bossy big brother. This morning he said, "when Baron gets bigger bigger and runs into the alley I will chase him and spank him so he don't get hurt by cars." And when I talk to Baron Jackson always looks at me and says, "mommy, remember Baron don't talk well. Wait he get a little bigger bigger."

Mommy!

For some reason nothing makes me need my mommy like becoming a mommy. My awesome mom was sweet enough to stay with us for two whole weeks. She took complete care of Jackson while cooking, cleaning and taking care of me the whole time. I'm sure she was completely exhausted after staying up with me while I pumped until 1 or 2 in the morning but she was still up every day with Jackson at 7. She took Jax to chuck e cheese (multiple times), to his very first movie at the theater (The Princess and the Frog), to ride horses at the mall, to my moms group play dates and so many other places. She brought me breakfast, organized my kitchen and met with the lactation consultant with me. Basically she took total care of Jay, Jackson and myself. All I had to do was feed Baron. I have no idea how I would have made it through Jackson or Baron's births without her. It's such a blessing that she is willing to take off so much work just to come work at my house. I'm sure an actual vacation would have been so much more fun and relaxing. Anyway mom, you are incredible and I so appreciate you and all that you do for us!