Fourth of July -- The Vendel's

Jackson was all smiles in the pool which splashing around with Dada & his cousins. Surprisingly, he stayed in the big pool for qutie some time and then went straight into the kiddie pool on his own. He really seems to enjoy the water and playing ball in the water (and of course splashing anything and everything!).

Jackson's First Time in the Pool!

Although he may look a bit unsure by the end of our pool adventure he was having a GREAT time! It was a little cool that day so we had to exit a bit early...but overall he really enjoyed himself!

Kissing Cousins

Although widely accepted in some parts of West Virginia...we don't typically promote cousins kissing here in the Twin Cities. This was an exception though; it was too cute not to snap a quick shot of this!

Jackson and his counsin Kaija were caught kissing @ Church just after cousin Donovan's baptism.

Cousin Donovan's Baptism

Today was cousin Donovan's baptism and all of Jackson's cousins were able to attend! After a hearty nap he engaged in some fun play and 'mingling' with the cousins. He had a great time with Grandma & Grandpa Vendel too! A great (and exhausting) day!

Our Day in the Sun

We had so much fun in the sun today. We played in the little blow up pool for the first time and then Jackson dug around in the rocks and wood shavings with his little yellow shovel. He really enjoys being outdoors so we try to spend as much time as possible at the park or in the back yard.

His Sweet & Innocent Side

Active, so darn active!

Stay @ Home Mommy Time

June 12th was my first day as a stay at home mommy. So far, nothing beats it! Jackson & I have quality time together every moment (expect when napping of course) and he's such a little fun boy these days! He laughs at everything and has started saying "mooo" when asked what a cow says. He loves to say "duck" and carry around his little wooden duckling. He has a new trick or a new word every day. Never a dull moment!

Silly Smiler!

Jackson Love his Mimi

Jackson & Mimi snuggling. We call Mimi the "fluff". Jackson never wants to leave her and is always reaching for her. She might just be his favorite person. But you wait...once Mimi has to start disciplining him it might just be another story. Look out Mimi!

He's up, he's down, he's all around! Now that he's mobile, Jackson can never decide what he wants to do and when. He's all over the place! He sure is so much fun at this stage. Always laughing and always playing with everyone.

Walking with Papa

Jackson does his best to walk on his own... and most times is quite successful but he never turns down a hand to help. Papa took him out strolling this past Sunday during a family BBQ at our house. They also shared some pretty tasty goldfish together!

FIRST STEPS

Jackson chose to take his first steps tonight. It was so amazing to watch and we got it all on video!!!

Baby Feet Are The Best Feet

12.5 month feet...

Family Photo

Day care requested a family photo of us for their infant room wall. Sadly, we came to realize that we didn't have a family photo. Thanks to Auntie Jennifer we were able to come up with really quickly! The was pre-hair cut as you can see.

First Haircut - April 12, 2008

He was so good for his first hair cut. We attribute that mostly to the fact that he was super tired and just sat there, dazed and watching cartoons. It's amazing how much they can grow up with just one hair cut.

So Tuckered Out

Often times when we pick Jackson up from day care there has been so much going on that day (eating, playing and mingling with his classmates!) that he's just beat. So in the short ride from day care to our home (3-5 mins) he'll pass out just as you see here. He's so peaceful when he sleeps it's hard to imagine that he's the crazy man he is when he's awake.