Is There a Window Open?

As you remember, when Jackson was born he had a head full of hair. Well slowly but surely that full head of hair has continued to grow in some spots and others, well let’s just say not so much. Jackson has managed to brush away all of his hair in the back of his head due mostly to the fact that when he tosses nd turns during his sleep, he constantly moves his head back and forth. One of the moms at Gymboree said her daughter had the same problem but at 6 months it grew back in, fast. Well Jackson is just short of 6 months and I don’t see a stub, in fact when you rub your hand against the spot all you feel is peach fuzz, literally. Here’s to hoping hair is just around the corner…Cheers!

Awake in Good Spirits

Jackson has truly taken after his mom...he is an early bird. He came into the world early and he is as happy as can be when he wakes in the morning. His normal wake time these days is around 6 am. When he wakes up he talks non-stop until I come into his room and then as soon as he sees me he smiles. Since he is so happy when he wakes up, I usually let him talk and play in his crib for a little while before I get him. Those of you who know Jarvis well, know he is not a morning person so unless I am out of town, I am the first face Jackson sees in the morning. Which is fine by me because Jackson is my ray of sunshine.:-)

Jackson Celebrates 5 Months!!!

Today was Jackson’s 5 month birthday!!! His daddy decided they would celebrate by dressing like twinkies.:-) We had an off schedule doctor visit today to get Jackson’s 2nd round of Hep B shots which went very well. Jackson is starting to get the hang of this shot thing, he didn’t even cry this time…let’s keep our fingers crossed that he is over shots, next month it’s 2 big ones.

So as you know we usually celebrate with a cake, cookies or cupcakes for his month birthday, but this month mommy didn’t have anything for him.:-( Unfortunately work was super crazy so I’ll just have to make it up to him next month!

Jackson continues to come into his own personality. This month has been filled with more unique noises that become repetitious. He started the month spitting (see the video from the blog entry “Welcome Cameron Alexander”) and now he does this fake cough as if he thinks coughing is speaking. He is still on the verge of sitting up. He can sit straight up on his own for about 20-30 seconds then he’ll either fall to the side or lean forward using his beach ball belly as support.:-) He is also soooo soo nosey! I’m finding it harder for him to concentrate on eating or whatever else because he needs to see what’s going on behind him or with whoever just walked in the room. He loves to stand and when he does he pushes his but out so his body looks like a “V.” We’ve also tried to introduce a few vegetables and those have been unsuccessful so far. Zucchini was somewhat tolerable but sweet potatoes will make him purse his lips closed so we can’t get the spoon in. Of course mommy’s not giving up, we’ll try again next month.:-)

More Hangin' With Daddy

These are just some random photos Jarvis took of Jackson this week as they went out for a few outings. As you can see from the photos, when Jackson and Daddy go out Daddy dresses him from head to toe...including accessories...check out the wristband that you'll remember you saw from the birthday party a few weeks back.

Looks like he likes this pose:-)

Welcome Cameron Alexander

One of my best friends, Kim Glenn welcomed her new baby boy, Mr. Cameron Alexander. If you recall earlier in the blog she came to visit when Jackson was 3 weeks old. At that time we were hoping for a girl, Jackson's first girlfriend, but now he has a running buddy instead.:-) Here is Jackson saying hello to his new little friend.

Easter

Easter baskets, no, but Easter gifts yes. Today was a great day! We got Jackson dressed up, very cute I must say, in his Easter gear, hat, shoes and all and headed to church. He had fun in church as he usually does. He is in awe of all the people (he must think we live a sheltered life:-), especially the little babies. There is one cutie who is in the baby room sometimes that he stares at. After church we went to meet my mom for Brunch at Brio. Jackson was sleep most of the time but he did wake up toward the end to give everyone a few smiles. He did not get an Easter basket but I did pick up a few bunny themed Easter toys. Next year his basket will be full of goodies!

Another Birthday Party

Sunday we went down the street to our neighbor's house for their son's 5th birthday. As you can see from the pictures it was an army themed party. Although Jackson couldn't play "crash the cans," potato sack race or tug of war he could still dress the party of an army soldier. He was so amazed at all the kids. I believe that was the first time he was around that many kids now that he has become more aware of his environment. He definitely enjoyed himself. This gets mommy thinking already about his 1st birthday party. It will be a huge celebration...I can't wait!

More Fun at Gymboree!!

Jackson is loving his Gymboree class! He is starting to get the hang of things now. He is much better about tummy time and loves when I pull him up and down on his blanket on the slide. Jackson is still in awe of the other babies in the class but he is now starting to pay attention to his mommy more.:-)

Who's Your Momma

Well there has been contention in the household on who baby J looks like. Everyone swears he is looking just like his daddy. Well I finally got my hand on my baby pictures and I think you will be surprised. Looks like a slam dunk for mommy!!


Daddy

Jackson 1 day old...

Momma

Daddy + Humming = Squeals from Jackson

One of the things Jackson loves to do is squeal at the top of his lungs. Once he starts squealing all you have to do is talk to him and give him kisses and he gets more excited each time. Here is Jackson in action triggered by Daddy's humming.