Christmas Decorating 2008

Put up the trees and the outside lights today. We decided to do it early to actually enjoy having the decorations up. Jack was having fun putting up the ornaments and candy canes. They wouldn't last long as he now likes taking them all off.

Not a Morning Person

Well, it wasn't morning. But, he doesn't look happy, does he?

Thanksgiving 2008

Full of tryptophan and wine, here are some photos from our Thanksgiving celebration this year. Despite the turkey appearing as a Demon Turkey, everything was delicious. Ben and Jack were very cute and Jack actually enjoyed some turkey and stuffing this year. Happy Turkey Day everyone!

Jack's Bagel

Morning People

 

Bowl Cuts and Overalls

Sorry we haven't posted in a while. Its been hectic at work and at home. Here are just some lounging photos from over the weekend. Grandma got Ben a cute new outfit and Jack got a terrible haircut (it looks a little better now). Just after Taylor got over a cold both kids have the sniffles. Ben is cutting his second tooth and is drooling like a maniac. But, see the photos for yourself. These ragamuffins are getting big!

Kate's 2nd Birthday

Had fun celebrating Kate's big oh two. Lots of fun as you can see from the photos.

Ben Stats - 5 Months

Height: 27 inches 90th percentile
Weight: 19.2oz 90th percentile
Head: 75th percentile
Shots: 2 (cried but stopped when I picked him up)

Suggestions: because we (everyone who cares/holds Ben) are all right handed, the right side of Ben's head is flatter than the left. It's slight but the doctor did suggest we try to hold/cradle him on our other side as much as possible to even things out.

Overall Health: Excellent! He's a big, strong, healthy 5 month old!

Comments: He tried to roll over onto his tummy when I put him on the examining table. He was about 90% there. Any day now he's gonna do it. I just hope I'm home when that happens.

Other comments: EVERY TIME I take Ben out for anything, people are always craning or peering over the stroller to see Ben and check him out. And EVERY time someone comments, it always includes his beautiful eyes and very cute smile.

We love the Banj.

Ben with Hair?

My dad has too much time on his hands and access to Photoshop. He moved Jack's hair onto Ben. It is eerie how much they look alike. A sign of things to come?

Jack and Ben: Just Hanging Around

Jack's School Photo 2008

Jackoween 2008

Ben was too tired to dress up, but he watched his big brother go trick or treating for the first time in our neighborhood!

Ben Eats Solids!

Jacob's Birthday Party

Jack enjoyed playing with his cousins and his buddy Jacob at the Kohl's Children's Museum yesterday. Ben got to go too and while he couldn't play, he did enjoy the people walking by.

Dress Up

The kids like costumes. They are so funny. We are going to scar them by making them wear matching outfits, but it is worth it!

Autumn Jack

Jackson Reenacts Risky Business

Jackson Maidy for President 2008

Dear America,

This is to inform you of Jackson Andrew Maidy's campaign for President of the United States of America. Jackson is a maverick of the playground and intends to create diaper reform, eliminate dependence on butt paste, created nation-wide health care that includes lollipops after getting a booster shot, as well as help our country fight the terrorist known as Barney. Will you join Jackson on his quest for the White House?

Drool, Baby, Drool!

Jack and Ben B&W

Here is a shot of me and Jack when he was 3 months old.  Next to it is me and Ben taken today.  You can clearly see the differences between the boys, but also the striking similarities.

At Goebbert's Pumpkin Patch

It was supposed to be really cold, so Ben stayed home with Grandma. It turned out to be really nice. Jack said "orange," Kate fed the animals, Jacob wore sunglasses, Tea went into the Haunted House, and Ellie bought her own pumpkin. A very successful day.