Play Dates, Toys, Pumpkin, & Lizards!

Jackson had his first play date this week. He was very excited and had a good time. He wasn't very happy when his new friend started using his walker and he wanted to use it. So I finally took it away because obviously they don't understand "taking turns". Other than that, it was a success.

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The weather this week went from one extreme to another. One day he was wearing shorts and the next day he was all bundled up :) I am a little bummed about the colder weather and our inability to play outside as much. Jackson is going to be very disappointed!

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Jackson playing with some toys Such a sweet face!

Jackson recently discovered his lizard again. At first he was a little apprehensive, but as you can tell he got over it pretty quick!

Walt got me these beautiful flowers just because!
We got some new bookshelves to store the tv. Jackson was "helping" with the tape measure.

We weren't going to get Jackson a costume this year, but Walt's sister, Alex, was having a party. She suggested we shop in the dog section because at Jackson's age, the "dog" costumes are easier to put on them and easier for them to wear. So true! I hate that I only took 2 pictures at the party...what can I say, I was off my game!

Not sure if you remember, but Walt used to love taking pictures of Jackson only wearing his diaper when he was younger. Look what I discovered when I uploaded my pictures this week!

Pumpkin Fun!

They aren't kidding when they say colds last 7-10 days. For Jackson, it seemed like his cold was in full force until day 10! He is finally feeling better so we are hoping to be able to reschedule our playdate and go to MOPS this upcoming week.

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Despite his cold, Jackson still wanted to be outside. I need to video him when we ask him if he wants to go outside. He practically throws himself at you and gets so excited. However, it looks like Jackson was tired of mommy taking pictures...love his expression :)

Jackson practicing his driving skills with Daddy...I love the slippers we bought him...they are a little big, but they are great on wood floors.
My mom bought this outfit...we need to find one that says "I love Daddy"....although I will say he is starting to come back towards equality again :) We will see how long it lasts :)
Snack time :)
Yummy!

Maybe this approach works better?

Jackson was playing in the garage with his Daddy. I also have to say that on this particular day, Jackson got his first kiss :) We were at the park and he was playing on the playground and a little girl that was the same age came over and kissed him...twice! I have to admit part of me was wincing b/c I don't want him getting sick again, but it was kind of cute!

Walt lets him carry around a golf club and of course Jackson thinks that is fun!

We took Jackson to a pumpkin patch this weekend and he had so much fun! He loved walking all over the place and being around other kids! Warning...as you can imagine I took a ton of pictures and believe it or not this is only some of them :)

Taking the time to love on momma...but not about to let go of the pumpkin :)

"running" around

carrying a pumpkin

Walt wanted Jackson to get on the tractor...here are a few pics

Then on Sunday, Aunt Alex, Uncle Jim, and cousins Addie and Sam came over. Jackson was so excited! He had so much fun! Addie was very sweet to play with Jackson! I had some pictures of Sam and Walt playing baseball, but one of the neighborhood kids was also in them and I felt kind of weird putting that kids picture online without his parents permission.

Addie took this picture of Jackson and I...I was impressed! Too bad Jackson wasn't looking :)

Jackson loves being on his Daddy's shoulders!

I have a lot of videos from this week but I am having a hard time uploading them. So I will try again later in the week :)

Our little man :)

Please see previous post for pictures from Jack & Leigh's wedding. It was a great weekend, but it seems that Jackson picked up a cold from his sweet cousin, Ms. Margaret. Another interesting development is that Jackson's attachment to his Daddy is growing stronger and stronger every day! During the week, he has no choice...he gets lots of mommy time, but on the weekends...he spends as much time as he can with his daddy. I am not going to lie...I am a little heart broken...I miss my time with Jackson, but I am glad that he is so close with his Daddy.

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Jackson with his Daddy...he was being a wild man :)

As I have said before...Jackson LOVES being outside...here are some pictures from this week
Although this wasn't a clear picture...I loved the grin on his sweet little face

Walking around with a stick and a leaf :)

I love this pic!

"Look at this stick, momma!"

We got Jackson a chair for his birthday, but we decided to give it to him early. Do you think he likes it :)

Jackson got his first skinned knee...fortunately it wasn't too bad and he didn't even cry, but I had to document it :)

Jackson is down to 1 nap a day, but since he has had a cold...he has snuck in an extra nap a few days this week.

Totally random pic...but this owl was in one of our trees...I am not sure if I have ever seen an owl before!

Our sweet boy...once again...outside :)

On the weekends, Jackson helps Walt out in the yard :) I took a bunch of pictures, but I couldn't resist :)

I am not sure you could tell, but he was grinning ear to ear!

Jackson would stay outside all day if he could! He had just fallen down and had a slightly concerned look on his face :)

Jackson with another stick

I love his little cheeks!

Always a man on a mission

I loved this shot from behind with the little ears sticking out!

Jackson fell face first into some dirt and leaves. Look closely to see the dirt in his nose and mouth :( As you can tell by the picture, he let us know he wasn't happy about it...I can't say that I blame him!

We tried to clean off his face, but he still had a stuffy nose as shown in this pic! Poor little guy!

Jackson with his favorite person!!!

Jackson and I playing...he isn't wearing any pants because they kept sliding down and he would slip on them :)

Jackson making some noise and walking fast :)

For whatever reason, Jackson was crawling a little bit in this video so I took advantage of the opportunity to capture his "style" of crawling. He crawls on one leg and then propels forward with the other leg. This is what he does when he is trying to crawl fast :) At the end, his Daddy is sliding him around on the floor :)