Happy Birthday, Uncle Bill!

Happy Birthday, Uncle Bill! Do you remember this? I can't wait until the next time we can read books together. I hope you enjoyed your special day!

Speaking of birthdays... I went to my first birthday party yesterday, and it was a big bash! My Uncle David and Aunt Audrey had a combined birthday party for my cousins Isabella (5) and Cohen (1). It was such a fun time. I was able to see a lot of family that I rarely see or hadn't even met. Although I enjoyed swinging with Nana and my cousin Nicholas, I have to say my favorite part was playing in the inflatable!

Yes, they had two inflatable castles there! The big kids jumped around, but I was happy as ever crawling around. It was a cold and rainy day, but no one noticed because of all the fun!

Uncle David and Aunt Audrey did a really nice job putting the big party together. The big kids did the limbo, hit a pinata full of candy, decorated cookies, and got their faces painted. The adults sat in large tents or stood around the firepit, enjoying all the yummy food and drink. Instead of a cake, they had cupcakes for everyone! They were the biggest cupcakes ever! I did have a couple bites, but prefer my veggies still, which makes Mom and Dad thrilled. Although Cohen was busy at his party, we did have a chance to play together a little!


This week is Mom's last week of school. We are really excited about all the time we get to spend together this summer. We're lucky, too, because Dad's schedule is so flexible. We are going to get my 1-year pictures taken next week. Mom will be sure to send them to you or give them to you when she sees you.
One evening last week Mom and Dad took me outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. It also gave me a chance to practice my walking skills.

That was the first time I walked so far! It was also the first time I kept my shoes on. I was tired after all that walking!

I want to say congratulations to my cousins Hannah and Alex on their graduations. Mom and Dad are always saying what good role models you are for me! Congratulations to cousin Molly, too, on all her recent success with track! I have BIG shoes to fill!

We'll keep you posted on all our upcoming outings. Hope you are all doing well and have a great week!

Love,

Jackson
XOX

Happy 1st Birthday!

Well, it's official... I am 1 year old today! I celebrated my birthday last weekend at Nana and Papa's house with Mom, Dad, Nana, Papa, Great-Grandma Mary, Great-Grandpa Bob, and cousin Ryan. We had a blast!

I was a little tentative to try the cake at first, but once I realized how yummy it was, I enjoyed it.

It was a beautiful weekend, so we were able to get out in the boat two days. Not only did Papa play with me through the glass door, but he let me drive the boat, too!

I know I'll be tubing in no time. Nana loves to make me laugh and play hide-n-seek with me. She came down and babysat me two days this week while Dad was in D.C. We had so much fun together and it really helped Mom out a lot! Thank you, Nana!

Thank you everyone for all my wonderful gifts. You were so kind and thoughtful.

Happy Birthday to my cousin Cohen who is 2 days older than me! His birthday party is combined with Isabella's next weekend. Can't wait to come and play!

Happy Birthday to my Aunt Kate, too. Her birthday is tomorrow. See you soon, Aunt Kate!

Have a great week everyone!

Love,
Jackson
XOX

My First Haircut

Here I am... about to get my first haircut! Mom and Dad were sick of my scraggly hair, so we decided to get it cut. What a cool place I went to! I got to sit in a car and watch my favorite... Baby Einstein. I was such a good boy. Here are some before and after pictures.

Can you tell the difference?

Dad had a conference in Milwaukee today for Grad School. After he got home, we went to Buffalo Wild Wings where I said, "Back off! I'm blazin' with my new haircut!"

Daddy can't stop talking about how yummy his hot wings were. Mommy and I shared bare chicken tenders (she wouldn't let me say naked). Mmmmmm good!

Here's a movie of me practicing my walking skills. I still have a ways to go, but I am working on it.

I also told you about my new remote. You have got to check this out!

Here's a picture of my Daddy and me. We were both looking so handsome one morning this week, Mom wanted to catch it with a picture.

Mom's school had a book fair this week. She bought me a frog book that actually ribbits!

Mom has a countdown until school is out for the summer... did you see it? It is on the bottom of the blog page. I think there are only 19 school days left for her. Then you know what? She gets to spend a lot more time with me! She even signed me up for swimming lessons!

Next weekend we are going to Nana and Papa's. Both Mommy and Daddy took Friday off, so we are going to make it an extra long weekend with Memorial Day being Monday. We are celebrating my birthday while we are there. I am sure Mom will be snapping photos and filming away for the blog so you can enjoy it, too!

I hope you are all well. I am thinking of you (when I am not chasing Ace and Iso). Good night!

Love,
Jackson

XOX

Wait until I can climb those stairs kitty.

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all those Moms out there. My Mom and I spent the day together. I helped her clean while Dad had to work. We celebrated Mother's Day on Friday. It was beautiful weather, so we went to one of our favorite Mexican restaurants and sat outside. I had one of my favorites... grilled cheese, of course!

Mom hasn't taken too many pictures of me sleeping. She said she doesn't want to wake me, but the other morning she took a couple.

Mom and Dad think I am teething a molar, so I have been having "cold-like" symptoms, but as always, I am a trooper. I was really happy today when Mom got me my very own remote. I always want the one Mom and Dad use, but they say I can't, which makes me really mad. Well, I finally have my very own remote. Mom says it's a "guy thing."

This is what happens when you put your food-covered hands in your hair, which I just love to do (against Mom's wishes)! Speaking of food, I was playing a little at dinner tonight...

Happy Mother's Day, once again, to all those wonderful Moms out there. Have a fantastic week!

Love,

Jackson
XOX

Happy Birthday, Alex!

Happy Birthday to my cousin Alex (yesterday)! Mom was looking through pictures today and came upon this one. This was when Alex came to visit me in Wisconsin! Alex, I hope all your wishes came true for your birthday!

Dad has school this weekend, so Mom and I have just been hanging out. I had one of my favorite breakfasts - blueberry pancakes. Another one of my recent "favorites" is brushing my teeth!

This morning at breakfast Mom was reading a magazine. I saw the baby on the cover and she made me giggle! Mom got such a kick out of it, she took a video.

The last video I have to share with you was taken by Dad. Mom was playing peek-a-boo with me with my favorite giraffe.

I hope you have a great week!

Love,

Jackson

XOX

FBI Junior Agent

I am barely even allowed to wake up this morning and Mom is snapping away with that camera. She said Uncle Bill would want to see me wearing his FBI Junior Agent shirt. I was still tired, though!

Mom took me for a jog when we got home tonight. I really like the jogging stroller.

We even stopped at the park on the way home and I went on the swing!

I am really trying to take some steps on my own. Here is a short video of just a couple of those steps.

Dad is starting to take some steps of his own, too. We have three "just boys" nights in a row this week while Mom has meetings, Grad School, and a school bridal shower. I am looking forward to spending some time with my Daddy... even though I am still moving a little faster than him.

Well, I have to "crawl." A special congratulations to Uncle Mike for his exciting news. I hope I get to meet you this summer when we are at Grandma's.

Love,

Jackson

XOX

Daddy's Cast is Off!

Hi there! Isn't this a great picture of me with my Papa? I just had to share it with you!

Well, Dad got his cast off yesterday. He needs to do a lot of work to make his leg as strong as mine (therapy), but it is nice to see him off his crutches a little bit.

Dad took a picture of me after dinner the other night...
I am working on getting my seventh tooth already if I am counting right.


I want to send out get well wishes to Aunt Kate. I am sorry to hear about your owies and I hope you feel better soon.

Happy Birthday to my cousin Connor, Mommy's Uncle Bill, and "Auntie" Nicole. I hope all of your days are special!

Have a wonderful weekend. We are supposed to have beautiful weather here tomorrow, so I am looking forward to spending some time outside.

Love,

Jackson

XOX