11.27.12

Little man went to his 4 month wellness checkup today. He's getting A++++ in his social and physical development. The doctor said he lays on his tummy perfectly and just thinks he's as cute as can be. We will have to go back for an ultrasound. He has some fluid in his scrotum and they want to make sure it isn't a hernia. :( But, the doctor assures me that even if it is a hernia, it's nothing to worry about, we just want to get it fixed before he gets too big and causes possible damage to his bowel by running into something. Poor guy.

His measurements kind of surprised me. He's REALLY tall. I'm talking 85th percentile tall. And all this time I thought he was a chunk, and he's only coming in at the 49th percentile. If you put his weight and his height into the growth chart together, his weight (with his height) drops to the 10th percentile!! Crazy!! I have always thought he was such a chunk. :) I am guessing he is getting that Rafferty height gene...we KNOW it didn't come from the Breals and my family (babies and all) have always just been "average." No height for sure. I can't believe I have a tall baby!! ;) I know that could change, I just think it is really funny.

Height: 26 in (85.53%)
Weight: 14 lbs. 13.5 oz (49.74%)
HC: 16.5 in (40.71%)
BMI: 15.4 (17.16%)

LIKES:
*He loves his exersaucer. He's still figuring out the Jump and Bounce, but he's getting closer and closer to figuring it out.
*Still loves his monkey bouncer.
*He LOVES, LOVES, LOVES his bath time!! He is so funny when he gets to splishing and a splashing.
*He's starting to really notice the pups and always gets the biggest grin when he notices them. He loves to watch them play and you can tell he really wants to get in on the action.
*He really lights up when people he recognizes walk into the room. Especially his daddy.

DISLIKES:
*He still HATES his crib. I'm getting him to take naps in it, but I can't for the life of me get that little boy to go to bed at night in his crib! It's driving me insane.

He's VERY vocal. Tim calls him a velociraptor. He does kind of sound like one (you know, those crazy dinosaurs from Jurassic Park???). He smiles big and belly laughs all the time. He loves to stick his tongue out and suck on his lower lip, so he kind of looks like a turtle...or an old man with no teeth. He's perfect and it is so much fun to watch him. He is becoming such a fun little person (though, he is stubborn and has a streak in him when he's not happy). I love, love, love being with him and watching him grow. He's my perfect little man and I'm thankful every second of every day for this miracle blessing my life with his presence.

For your viewing entertainment, the videos below are of the following: Jack tried cereal for the first time tonight. He wasn't too sure of it. I'm sure he'll start gobbling it up in no time. :) Also, a little bit of splish splashing, some tummy time and getting a work out in the exersaucer. ;)

4 months

Baby boy is 4 months old today. We go to the doctor for his wellness visit tomorrow, so I'll post his stats after that. And...Moogie and Grandpa have a new baby. Her name is Mystic (Mysti for short) and I can't wait to meet her and get puppy snuggles!!

Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving here in Little Rock. We started off the morning Skyping Grandlin and Pawpaw (that's the picture of Jack and Tim looking at the computer) since they stayed in Dallas this year. Then, Tim and I hit the kitchen. This year was the first for us to be responsible for cooking the turkey. Tim took on that project and he did fantastic. I made a bunch of sides and the Pumpkin Pecan cheesecake. All yummy and Jack had fun!!

The picture of the painted turkey is made with Jack's handprint. We started off the morning with an arts and crafts session. I helped quite a bit this year, but I'm sure Jack doesn't mind. ;)

Here are pictures of the day in no particular order:

11.21.12

Jack stayed home today since Mommy is off for Thanksgiving. We love our special time together!!

Jack's Baptism

Ok, I got all the pictures uploaded to Shutterfly. You can see them by clicking here. Here are some for you to view, but there are TONS more (including all the family photos) at the link above. Hope you enjoy!!

Baptism Pictures coming...

I tried to upload them into my Shutterfly account but it canceled, so I'm going to have to upload them again. When I get to that, I'll post a few of my favorites here and a link for you to visit. There are lots and they are great!! Just wanted to let you know they're coming!! :)

Here's a teaser. ;)

11.11.12

It's a lazy Sunday at our household. As I type this my sweet boy is taking a nap on my chest and our Saints are on tv. This must be a slice of heaven handed down to me. We have some storms moving in so it's dreary out.

Yesterday, we had some friends over. Jack got to meet sweet Lilly. He really liked her and had lots to say. She wasn't too sure of him. ;)

Sorry my pictures are out of order (again). This app doesn't let me arrange them in an order and upload them weird. :(

11.9.12

Last night I had a "Mommy's Night Out" with my bestie, Mrs. G. We went to Holiday House hosted by the JLLR. We had so much fun and I literally could've bought something from every booth! I feel so rejuvenated and just had the best time!! I got an ornament for our tree and I just love it so much I had to share. I also found a cute beanie hat for Jack, it's a football!!

Also, my baby boy has started waving "bye bye" to his daddy in the morning when he drops him off at Mrs. Cece's. I can't believe he's growing up so fast!!

11.8.12

Tyson loves Jack. And Jack loves tummy time. He is all over the place now. Growing up so fast.