Getting Back on the Wagon

Okay, folks, I doubt anyone is still reading this blog because I have been so delinquent in posting, but a few things have happened in the last few days that I wanted to post about....so I just decided to post. Today was the first day Jackson was able to open his door, which since he's in a toddler bed now, means that he greeted us bedside at 5 am. GREAT.

We also had a couple other milestones this week...yesterday was his first time to actually get the foot action down to move forward in his cozy coupe red fire truck, and the day before yesterday he swallowed his first piece of gum. Long story.

Pictures to follow...

Jackson's First Trip to the Zoo

This Labor Day we headed to the zoo! Jackson had fun, but we think he enjoyed the lion training session and the giraffes the most. He also got to enjoy his first sno cone!

Visit with Layla

We recently returned from CA and a little visit with Vanessa and her baby Layla. Jackson loved Layla and always wanted to be touching her. He was really sweet with her. Layla is such a pretty baby and so good! J got to have his first trip to Bristol Farms, his first carousel ride at South Coast Plaza, and a visit to the Pacific Ocean. He was in heaven.

Happy Birthday to Lucy

Lucy turned 2, and I was pretty bad with the camera. We're expecting some pictures from Cheri's sister. Jackson had sooo much fun at the beach! We had to drag him back to the house. We all had a good time.

Trip to Fort Worth

In the middle of August, Jackson and I went to Fort Worth with Troy while he was there for depositions. We had a lot of fun--walked around downtown, went to a play area with friends, and hung out with Grana and Poppy.

Trip to Lake House

We brought Emma and Flynn with us to stay for a week at the lake house in Granbury. It was a really nice break---we went shopping, spent time outdoors, and had a relaxing time.

Visit to Hondo

We saw everyone, I think. Jackson spent some time with his cousin Case, got to see the cows, and had his first horse ride at a D'Hanis festival. It was a great weekend.

Visit from Pop and Lance

Pop and Lance stayed with us for a night as they gathered Troy and headed to Venice, LA for a fishing trip.

More fun times with friends

We celebrated Jackson's BFF Flynn's first birthday at Fundamentally Music, and it was lots of fun. Jams came for a visit, as well as Uncle John's mom Susan. We had a nice time at Onion Creek one warm afternoon.

Grana, Poppy, and Aunt Nettie come for a visit

And you know what that meant?? Lots more presents for Jackson and Troy. It was a really nice weekend. On Saturday, we went to Galveston, and Jackson loved the beach!!

Jackson turns 1!!!!

We celebrated Jackson's birthday by a morning with Super Why, presents, an afternoon at the pool with Lucy, and a Crave cupcake. He loved the icing!

Hanging out with my friend Flynn

I am so negligent....

As you've noticed, I have been derelict in my posting duties for the last couple months. We've had quite a bit going on, though. We sold our house, and instead of being in our new house as planned, we are in an apartment. Jackson turned 1, and Troy celebrated his 30th! We've been to the lake house, Hondo, Fort Worth, and more. Jackson is so fun. We're enjoying each season as it comes. He is climbing up on things, loves to brush his teeth, and talks quite a bit. We don't understand most of what he says, but he is very good with his pointing finger. :)

These pictures are at Uncle John's old apartment (yes, he lets me play with his fire starter), and at the Children's Museum.

Jackson Walks!

Jackson is walking better everyday. It is so much fun to watch.

Pool Party Madness

Yesterday, we spent a lovely afternoon at Emma, Adam, and Flynn's pool with the Manchas. There was fabulous food and drink! We all had a wonderful time, and Jackson fell asleep on the way home...a sleep from which he did not awake during the diaper changes, pjs, etc. His eyes didn't even flutter. Today we went to John's pool and again had a relaxing time. J loves the water! PS I have to say that I LOVE the "daddy duty" picture!

Hanging with my buddies

We've been having a lot of fun play dates. Here is J and his friend Flynn.

Memorial Day

We had a pretty low key Memorial Day. Troy worked all day on Monday, and we spent Saturday and Sunday looking at houses and taking care of house business. Hopefully, all of that will be over before too long. My mom was here for most of the weekend, and it was really good to see her. My friend Seda made a special Memorial Day tee for Jackson, and Jackson thought the beer box was the best toy ever. Poor J also got munched by mosquitoes over the weekend. It looks like we dropped him off in Panama.

Art Car Parade

We joined John and Jody for a trip to Houston's art car parade on May 9th. It was HOT, but John had a hook up for great parking. We enjoyed seeing the crazy car creations, especially Jackson as you can see. We also stopped at Gravitas on the walk home for a cold beverage. It was a great day! I also have to give much thanks to Uncle John for coming to the house and watching Jackson so that Troy and I could celebrate of our 5th anniversary after our babysitter canceled last minute!!