Another Week

It is another busy week. Jackson went to therapy again today.  He was not on his best behavior and did not want to cooperate with Mrs. Kelly.  In fact, he was just stubborn.  He refused to turn his head and would not lift his head when she pulled up to a sitting position.  He whined the entire time.  He usually does so well and even enjoys playing with all of the new toys.

Jackson then went with me to the dentist.  Mrs. Patty and some of the other people there wanted to meet him. Mom met me there though and took him home.

I have to admit that I am obsessed with clothes for Jackson.  Who knew that they made such cute clothes for little boys?  I love smocked clothes!  They look so cute on him. Tim has said that I can dress him in smocked outfits until he is 2, so I intend to make the most of these 2 years.

I am excited to go to the store in Spartanburg to get him a cute Halloween one. I am almost embarrassed to post this picture of all of his smocked outfits! (This is why I work.)

Playing with my bee

I love this outfit!

Happy Labor Day!

We have enjoyed a lazy day at home.  We were supposed to get a lot of rain from what is left of Tropical Storm Lee. However, we have just gotten some drizzle so far.  It was very humid yesterday, but the weather is a lot cooler today. It is windy though.

Jackson had a great night.  He slept from 9:30 until a little after 5:00.  He has never slept that long!  He only ate about 3 ounces and then went back to sleep until 8:15. It was nice to get that uninterrupted sleep!

I am one happy baby!

Nothing sweeter!

Jackson is 3 Months Old!

We have been very busy during the last month, and Jackson has had a lot of "firsts."

Jackson:

• Is still a very happy baby.  He only cries when he is really hungry or really tired.
• He is eating 4 1/2 to 5 oz every at every feeding.
• He is now wearing size 2 diapers even though they are a little big.  ( Size 1 is too tight!)
• He is still not sleeping through the night.  We had some teaser nights where he would sleep 10:30-5, but lately he has been getting up at 2 and then 5:30! However, he wakes up in such a sweet mood and always has a big smile on his face.
• He likes to sit up more now and is using his Boppy to help him.
• He has been to therapy 5 times now and is making great progress. Last week he did great for Mrs. Kelly. She works with him for about 30 minutes.  She stretches his neck and makes him do "work" like turning his head and holding his head in the center.  He gets mad at her sometimes, but he is enjoying all of the new toys he gets to play with.
• He is still wearing mostly 3 month clothes, but some are getting small.  He can wear some 6 month sizes.
• He is now sleeping in the Pack and Play.  He actually made the switch very easily. He also likes to play in his crib for short periods of time.
• Jackson loves to look at lights and the fan.
• He loves music.  "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes" is his favorite right now. He also likes the "Bumblebee" song.
• His favorite toys are his keys, links, soccer ball, bug, and Glow worm.  He likes anything with lights.
• Jackson is talking and laughing all of the time!
• He still loves to cuddle.
• I have gone back to work, and Jackson stays with Nonni during the day.  He loves getting all of that attention!
• I love that he still likes to nap with me on the couch.
• Max and Abby are starting to pay more attention to you.
• We try to take a walk every night.  I usually carry you to try to strengthen those neck muscles.
• You still love your swing and bouncy seat. 
• He loves to take a bath.  We are no longer using the newborn tub.  He has moved up to the infant tub.
• Jackson is very observant.  He loves to go outside and look up at the sky and the trees.
• Jackson also went to the First Friday Parade and his first tailgate.
• He went to church for the first time, and he loved Mrs. Amy!

Getting ready for church

At Church

Jackson's First Tailgate

The weekend is finally here, and it seems we are just as busy as we are during the week.

We had planned to go to this store in Spartanburg to buy Jackson some fall smocked outfits, but we discovered they were closed today when we were halfway there.  We would have no luck if we didn't have bad luck.

Even though it was 1000 degrees today, we still took Jackson to tailgate for the first Clemson game. We had to park in general admission since I gave away our spot and tickets.  The walk wasn't bad, and Jackson slept the whole time.  We enjoyed eating with everyone, and Jackson loved getting passed around.  He met Briggs for the first time.  Berkley held him, and Snooki made him laugh. Cookie and Kristi got to hold him too. We spent about 2 hours and had to leave.  It was SOOOO HOT!  Jackson was all sweaty and was getting fussy. Tim and I were both all sweaty and getting fussy too. We headed home to take naps and watch the game on the internet.

Eating at my first Tailgate

Berkley and Jackson

Kristi "Luvie" and Jackson

Talking to Nonni

Cookie and Jackson

Tailgate Fun

Nonni and Jackson

We are so over tailgating!

Can you believe that Jackson is 13 weeks old?  He will be 3 months tomorrow!

I am learning to sit up.

My head is not midline!

I love to chew on my hands now.

"Head, shoulders, knees, and toes."

First Friday Parade

Friday finally came after a long week!  The day started out rough!  I was already late, and Jackson spit up all over me.  When I finally got to school, I realized that I had left my Diet Coke at home.  Then I was really dumb and sent my newsletter to my class from last year. And then, my class was picked to have the big fundraiser frog in my room for the day!  It was crazy!  At least, my kids were well-behaved.

We went to the First Friday Parade in Clemson.  Jackson loved it!  The Tiger Cub even held him. Jackson is so observant; he loves to look around and take everything in.  He wasn't scared at all.  I can't say the same for Charlotte, Murphy, and Maria.  They are terrified of the Tigers.  They hopped up and hid behind the stroller.  The only part that scared Jackson was the fire truck at the end.  The sirens were really loud!

We went back to my parents to enjoy lasagne and Tiger cookie cake.  I love cookie cake; it is an addiction!

Go Tigers!

Hiding from the Tiger!

Hiding from the Tiger!

Hey Tiger Cub!

This parade is fun.

Brent's Birthday and Nonni and Papa J's Anniversary

We went to therapy again today, and Jackson is doing great!  We have been working really hard, and he is keeping his midline 80% of the time!  He showed off a little bit for Mrs. Kelly today!  We are glad that he is doing so much better!

My first trip to Lowe's

We love crab outfits!

My first Litchfield t-shirt.  Tu Tu bought this for me.

Today was also Brent's birthday and my parent's anniversary.  Mom fixed lasagna to celebrate.  We enjoyed cookie cake and watching Brent open his presents.  Jackson loves a good party!

My First Lasagna

Uncle Brent and Me