Tummy Time? I Got That in the Bag!

Jackson has now become a pro at tummy time. There is no protesting it, in fact when I turn him on his tummy he now gets really excited and usually starts to talk and coo. He has also mastered the art of rolling from his tummy to his back so he often likes to flop back and forth when he’s on his tummy. Next stop, sitting completely unsupported!

Stand for the Camera

Over the past several weeks Jackson has mastered standing. He is now standing more upright vs. pushing his but out.:-) Standing has become one of his favorite things to do so much so when you try and sit him down he locks his legs so his knees won't bend. Here we are trying to get him to stand for the camera...as you will see he was bopping all over the place.:-)

Magazines Make Noise and Their Yummy

Jackson has a facination with most anything these days but things that make noise especially plastic and paper are most facinating.

Who Knew Sleeping on My Tummy Was The Way To Go

It's good to know Jackson takes after his mommy with some things since I keep hearing he doesn't have my looks. I was soo exhausted this morning when I heard Jackson in the monitor that I fell back asleep. When I awoke frantic that something terrible must have happened, I quickly turned on the monitor to find him on his stomach. This of course also startled me because he has never slept on his stomach. I surely thought he wasn't breathing (I know, new mom syndrome). When I ran to his room and touched his back he was sound asleep. I guess he got tired of waiting for momma and talked himself back to sleep.:-)

Mean Muggin' 'Em

One thing that we found facinating about Jackson is his various expressions. Here are two that his daddy is proud of.

Don't Mess With Me


I'm a Lion, Hear me Roar

Jackson's Visit to the Church Nursery

This Sunday was our first Sunday putting Jackson in the church nursery. I have to admit I am one of those mom's that just isn't sure what goes on in the nursery so I have been hesistant to leave him there. Jarvis and I unfortunately had no choice this Sunday because we had a Marriage ministry meeting after 2nd service and no one else brought their kids.:-( I managed to get Jackson to sleep after 2nd service so I figured he would stay that way through our meeting and I could just keep him in his car seat but of course he woke up.:-) So I trucked on over to the nursery and dropped him off. He was teary eyed when I picked him up, maybe the newness of it or maybe because some of the other babies were crying, who knows. We have another marriage ministry meeting next week so I will see how he does the second time around.

Jackson Sittin' In His Crib

Just this week Jackson has finally fully gotten the hang of sitting unsupported. It's fun to watch him sit, as soon as he reaches for something his stomach forces him to lie down.:-) And if you come from behind and start talking to him he will try and raise up and turn around to see you, this of course causes him to fall backward. Thank goodness for Gymboree...we now have some exercises we can practice with him to develop his core strength.

Mother's Day

Mother's day was extra special this year...of course because I am now a mom and because I have a great husband and son. For my mother's day gift, Jarvis and Jackson wrote me this lovely poem and they stamped it with their finger prints. Of course we know Jackson's were a little scattered in some spots but I loved it nonethless. They are also getting me a new video camera!!! So I will no longer have to take video clips on my digital camera...look out for some extended video in the future!!!

We also spent the day at my cousin Clay's graduation. He graduated from Jarvis and I's alma mater... Tuskegee University! We ended the day with dinner with the entire family and a late flight back to the lovely state of Texas. Jackson once again was great on the flight. He was up most of the time looking around and playing with his toys. Midway through the flight he drifted off to sleep and stayed that way all the way home.

Alabama, Family, Friends, Graduation Oh My!

Mother's Day weekend we traveled down to Alabama for my cousin Clay's graduation. Before going to the graduation on Sunday we spent some time in Montgomery with Jarvis' family and some of my friends from college. Jackson had fun meeting new people and bonding with his family. The plane ride down there was a bit challenging this time, although Jackson behaved himself, sleep was not what he was trying to do. He was in awe of all the people, the seatbacks, the tray tables, the vents, you name it he wanted it. I guess him being busy is better than him fussing so we can't complain.

Daddy Joins Us At Gymboree!

It’s Saturday and that means another fun day at Gymboree!!! Daddy joined us today as we practiced developing our core muscles. It was good having Jarvis there so I could take pictures and video for the blog.:-) Luckily there was another fun couple there as well vs. just moms, so the dads didn’t feel alone. Jackson really loves Gymboree and gets more verbal with every class… it’s as if he’s trying to sing the songs now too.

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.