Spring Break

We have had a relaxing Spring Break even with the rain and the colder temperatures.  The boys got to swing Monday morning while we worked in the yard. Then the rain started, and we all enjoyed naps. It stopped long enough for us to get ice cream at Yogurt Mountain.

It poured most of Tuesday, and I spent the day cleaning out closets. The sun came out in the afternoon. We ate our usual Tuesday dinner at Moe's. Brooks waved to everyone who came in, and Jackson would say,"Welcome to Moe's." Then we went to our neighborhood Easter egg hunt. It was fun meeting some new neighbors. Jackson had fun looking for the eggs.

Since the Ivey children were at my parents' house, he spent the night with them. Brooks missed him! Jackson did not want to leave. He finally calmed down when we got to the Museum. Both boys love going there. Jackson's new favorite thing is to fill up the grocery cart. Brooks loves the water table. He loves to splash.

We had lunch at Your Pie. Both boys love the pizza and gelato. Then we went on an adventure looking for shoes. Jackson's Lightning McQueen shoes have gotten too small. He was not happy when the store did not have them. Both boys have really wide feet, so we can only buy shoes at Stride Rite. Other places don't carry wide. We finally found 2 pair for each boy. Hopefully these will last all summer! It makes me sad that Jackson is out of toddler shoes now (8 1/2 w). Brooks is in a 3 1/2 w. Brooks was so good getting his foot measured for the first time. We stopped by Cabelas so Jackson could show me the animals. Our last stop was Costco. Now that both boys like applesauce, we needed to stock up!

Brooks learned a new trick-he climbed up the stairs all by himself! We are in trouble!

Fun Week

Jackson had an Easter party at school. He was so proud of his prizes!

The boys dressed in their Masters outfits! Too bad we couldn't watch it. We can't watch any live television.


Tim and I went to a parenting workshop with John Rosemond. He was really good. I don't necessarily agree with everything, but most of his ideas are great!

Busy Weekend

We have had a very busy weekend, and now we are tired! Friday was the last day before Spring Break and was exhausting! It was Career Day at my school. My mom brought the boys up to see the police car, fire truck, and ambulance. Jackson liked looking at them, but he didn't want to get close. He was terrified of my kids! It was also my student teacher's last day! I will really miss her!

I went to class Saturday morning. Then we went to Greenville to get pictures with a real bunny. ( We were supposed to go last Saturday, but Brooks got a stomach bug!) Brooks loved the rabbit. Jackson was more timid. He really needs time to adjusts to new situations. The photographer gave Jackson a carrot to feed the bunny. He really liked that. Then Jackson gave the carrot to Brooks. Brooks got bored trying to feed the bunny and decided to eat it himself! It was so funny! I can't wait to get the pictures!

We went to Hollipops next since Noni had never been. Jackson was good and didn't even pitch a fit when we left. We stopped by to see Luvie, Berkley, Briggs, and Mack. Brooks loved the pond and wanted to jump in!

My mom and dad kept the boys while Tim and I went to a wedding. We had a great time, the cake was wonderful, and the band was even better.

On Sunday we went to church. Both boys were really good. Then we headed to Greenville for Alexa's shower. Tim took Jackson to lunch and a few other places. I kept Brooks with me. We had a great time and are excited about Alexa's wedding in 2 weeks. Jackson had a good time with Will and did not want to want to go home. He pitched a huge fit. He wanted to stay there. He and Will had fun hiding from people. Of course Jackson would stand there and cover his face. He thinks if he can't see you, then you can't see him.

It was nice to spend the day with family on a happy occasion. Nannie died 12 years ago today. In some ways it seems like so long ago and in others it seems like yesterday. I only wish Jackson and Brooks had gotten to meet her. Of course Noni is a lot like her!

Brooks is 11 months old!

I can't believe Brooks is 11 months old! Time has passed so much faster than Jackson's first year.
Brooks:

• Wears 12-18 months
• Size 4 diapers
• Wears size 2-3 shoes
• Crawls and cruises
• Can stand unsupported 30 seconds
• Walks with his push walker
• Has 7 teeth (4 top and 3 bottom)
• Says MaMa, DaDa, NaNa, BuBu, BaBa
• Waves,claps,  points (with Papa J), gives high five, plaus peek-a-boo with his blanket ( Where's Brooksie?), loves lights and fans
• Loves to cuddle when he goes to sleep
• Happy most of the time
• Sleeps in the crib until 4-5
• Goes to bed 8-9. He plays and then wants to get on the couch with me and go to sleep
• Loves any musical toys, cars, trains
• Loves his blanket and paci
• Loves peas, pizza, French fries, Vermicelli soup, applesauce, cupcakes, and bread
• Drinks from a sippy cup
• Has at least 2 8oz bottles each day
• Loves to be outside
• Is a wild man in the tub- crawls around, puts his head under, splashes, tries to stand up
• Wants to wrestle with Jackson
• Loves the Itsy Bitsy Spider
• Loves book that have sensory things in them
• Loves to play in the kitchen with the spatula

My Silly Boys

We have had a busy week and enjoyed a much needed Saturday at home! This is actually our last free weekend until after Jackson's birthday party in June.  Crazy!

Brooks is busy trying to walk.  He loves the Itsy Bitsy Spider right now and always claps for me when I finish. He also loves to dance and wave. I love that he still wants to cuddle. Brooks loves to play in the kitchen.  He will stand there for 10-20 minutes just playing! He gets into everything. He pulls out all of the toys!

Jackson is the comedian!  The other night he ate some strawberries and asked for more.  I cut up more and brought them to him.  He said, "Mommy, will you please cut off the sprinkles?" He wanted me to cut off the seeds! Tim has been busy painting Jackson's room.  Jackson really wanted blue, but we settled on a gray that has blue in it.  Jackson loves it.  He says, "I love my new room!  It is pretty!"  He had a great week at school. I am so glad he loves it! He is so sweet when he tells us thank you.

We have also joined everyone else and watched Frozen. Both boys love it!

We are busy cleaning up and cleaning out our house.  It is time to get rid of stuff.

Jackson also did his first school project.  He is so proud of it!  He did not understand that he had to take it to school.

Jackson's First Race

Brent's track team was hosting a fun run and 5k.  I signed Jackson and I up for the fun run.  It was a little chilly, and someone wanted no part of it!

Clemson and the NIT

On Tuesday we all headed to Clemson for the NIT game. The doors opened at 5:30, and my dad was there to get us seats.  We took Noni to McAlister's for Jackson's favorite grilled cheese and of course a chocolate chip cookie!

My dad got great mid-court seats near the floor. It was perfect.  Both boys were great!  After they finished spelling CLEMSON, Jackson said, "They are spelling my name!" He recognized the S-O-N!  It was so cute.  Brooks loved the cheerleaders and Rally Cats. He just watched them and danced! He also waved and smiled at everyone!

  It was a great game that ended with a great win! We had so much fun!  Thanks Papa J for saving us seats!