Xmas Fun!

This weekend was full of great holiday fun! We went a caroling at the Somewhat-annual Stull Caroling Party. Since I really can't carry a tune, I sooth myself afterwards with hot cider. Mmmm!! It was tons of fun, as always. Here is a pic of Jason, Jackson, and me after caroling. Jackson is wiped out!!



Sunday night we went up to San Francisco for our annual holiday dinner with Mark. It was our first night out with out baby! (Thanks Mima and Poppa for watching Jackson!!!) We did well - no hourly phone calls. But, we did sneak a peek at his picture on our camera during dinner. ; > We were in the mood for homey food, so we decided to head out from Mark's place to the aptly-named Home restaurant. We got there in time for the Early Bird Special. I kid you not. Geez....a bunch of old geezers!! Then, off to Martunis for a martini before heading back to Mark's place. It was a night of festive fun in SF - it was great to see you, Mark!

Hope everyone is enjoying the holidays! Christmas is almost here...

Here Comes Santa Clause

Ho, ho, ho...Jackson met Santa today for the first time!

We were hoping to visit Santa last night, but after we fought the crowds and finally arrived at Valley Fair's Santa's Workshop at 4:55pm, we were told Santa is going on a "break" and will be back at 6:10pm. What??! This is prime picture time and Santa is taking a break?! Bah-humbug! Doesn't Santa have "back-up"? *Sigh*. We decided to go home and try another day.

So, I went this morning and there was no line at all! Yipee! Jackson was fast asleep and just woke up right before they took the picture. That's why he looks a little confused. : ) He's wearing a little Santa hat himself, but its a bit hard to tell in the pic.



Happy Holidays!!!

Jackson Does Not Like...Tom Cruise!

So, Jackson is in his swing watching Regis & Kelly (yes, it is his..or maybe my?... morning indulgence) and he is usually quite happy watching it while Mommy is getting dressed and making coffee. (Yes, I admit I have used the tv as a babysitter while I get dressed...) All of a sudden I hear him crying and it looks like it is because Tom Cruise is being interviewed. Coincidence? I think not!* ; >

* Disclaimer: I used to like Tom Cruise until the whole Oprah jumping on the couch thing and Matt Lauer "glib" comment...so, this may be biased.

Here is a pic of lil' Jack from yesterday. We are going to try to visit Santa this week! Stay tuned...

Breakfast Outing

We decided to head out for breakfast this morning to The Original Pancake House. Jason had his favorite, pigs in a blanket (sausages and pancakes), and I had the apple waffle...mmm! This is Jackson's 2nd trip to a restaurant. He slept for 1/2 of the time we were there and looked around at all of the commotion the rest of the time. Didn't even ask for a bite of pancake...this time!

We then headed over to Long's. Little Jack just loves it when people talk to him. The top 3 things people say, in no particular order, are:

1. He's so big for being 2 months.
2. He's so alert.
3. What a nice Christmas present!

For those of you who haven't seen this picture before, I thought you'd find it fun.

Here is a picture of Jason at around 4 months (cool hair, Uncle Mike!):




Here is a picture of Jack now:



2 peas in a pod.

Question of the Day: Baby Nails

I'm wondering why and how baby nails grow SO fast??! I clip them one day and not more than a few days later they have turned into long monster claws! What's the deal? Maybe the nails are growing at the same rate as adult nails and it just seems faster because his nails are so tiny? You'd think they'd grow at a slower baby-rate. AND, why do the fingernails grow faster than toenails? If you have any insight here, do share!

Here is a video from our morning tummy time. Jackson is doing well holding his head up, and he's trying to get the rolling over move down...just not there quite yet. (Ignore the stylish bed-head! We just woke up... : ) )





Here are a few more pics from today/yesterday:

Doctor's Visit

I'm finally getting my act together and getting back to providing you updates on Jackson!

Jackson had his 2 month doctor's visit today. He's doing great! He's 12 lbs. 6 oz and 24 in. --- he's in the 75% for weight and 90% for length. We're going to have a little giant on our hands soon! Jackson also got his first vaccination since his Hep B shot in the hosptial. I was ready for a tear-fest, but he did not make a peep. The nurse was surprised, too! He was staring at himself in the mirror during the shot, so he was probably distracted. He just loves mirrors.

Jackson is growing so quickly. He's almost 2 months old and is wearing 3 month+ clothing. Last week I had to switch out his wardrobe for the next size up. Its too soon for that!!

He is smiling and coo-ing up a storm. His latest face: