Hello and happy spring! Yesterday was the first day of spring and we woke up to a snow globe outside. Thankfully, the snow did not stick. Uncle Bill sent me a Raiders outfit for Christmas, so we wanted to be sure to put a picture on here of me wearing it.

It came with sweatpants, too, that Mom thought would be too big for me, but sure enough... I fit in them! I keep trying to tell Mom and Dad that I am getting so big. They just ask me to use my words. I know what I am saying, but they seem to think it sounds like a different language. I am getting good at saying, "No."

So with the baby coming soon, Mom and Dad have taken some of my old baby things out. I really like the baby carrier - it's like my own personal rocking chair. Mom's doctor said that if Baby Mac doesn't come by March 29th, they are going to give Mom medicine so that she has the baby on March 29th. That's only 8 days away! I am excited!

I have been playing outside as much as I can. I love my yard even more than I did in the fall. I run to the swingset all the time.

The next video is of Ace. He was chasing tissue paper around the kitchen and I couldn't stop laughing!

The last video is of me wrestling Dad - and let me tell you - I won!

Have a great week and we'll post again soon!

Love,

Jackson

XOX

Fun with Aunt Audrey and Cohen

Good Morning! I had an exciting week! Unfortunately my sitter and her daughter were sick a few days this week. So, I got to stay home with Mom and Dad a couple days, but on Friday I got to go to my Aunt Audrey and Uncle David's house to play with Cohen! I was even able to see Isabella before she went to school!

Aunt Audrey took all these wonderful pictures. I had the BEST time there. Let me tell you all about it!

Cohen played peek-a-boo with me.

We had breakfast... twice.

We drew on the easel.

We played outside with the wagon.

We wrote on the driveway with sidewalk chalk.

We even chased bubbles!

And before we went in for lunch, we played in the snow a little.

Then it was lunch time, but we were so dirty and wet, we ate lunch pantless!

Can you believe we did all that in one day? It was a blast! Thank you SO, SO much Aunt Audrey. I had a lot of fun and it was great spending time with you and Cohen! Thank you Cohen for sharing all your cool toys with me!

Today Mom and I are being lazy. Dad is at Grad School all weekend and it is rainy and yucky outside. Earlier this week when I was home with Mom, we did some coloring. I actually like to just make as much noise as I can with the colored pencils rather than color a picture. Check this video out.

On another day, Dad took a video of me enjoying the cat door. That's right... not only do Ace and Iso love the cat door Papa made, but I do too! I just enjoy it in a different way...

It seems as though spring is finally here. Mom and I found a plant sprouting in our backyard, which is exciting. I've been spending time outside every chance I get. I just love pushing the stroller up and down the sidewalk.

Dad even hung up my swing for me!

Tomorrow my friend Elliott is coming over with her mom and new baby brother. I can't wait to have someone to play with for awhile!

There are a lot of birthdays coming up! First, my cousin Mary Kate's birthday is Monday... Happy Birthday, Mary Kate! I hope you have a wonderful day! My sitter's son's birthday is Tuesday. Happy Birthday, AJ! I can't wait to give you your gift on Monday if everyone is feeling better. My cousin Hannah's birthday is next Saturday. Happy Birthday, Hannah! I have really enjoyed following all your success in lacrosse so far! Keep up the good work!

I hope everyone has a great week! Don't forget to wear green on Wednesday for St. Patrick's Day.

Love,

Jackson

XOX

Hi! Here I am doing one of the things I love best - reading books. I could sit and read books all day with Mom and Dad. I can't wait to read books with my sister before too long.

We have had a beautiful weekend. The weather was so nice we spent as much time outside as we could.

We went for walks and I ran up and down the sidewalk taking in all the wonderful fresh air.

Mom had Friday off, so we enjoyed a Mommy and Jackson day. Then Mom had a grad school conference on Saturday, so then I enjoyed a Daddy and Jackson day! We enjoyed a fabulous family day today just working around the house and playing outside.

I hope you have enjoyed your weekend as well. Are you counting down to spring like I am? Have a wonderful week.

Love,

Jackson
XOX

Hi! I hope you are all doing well. We don't have too much to update you on this week. This picture was taken last weekend. Mom, Dad, and I ran a bunch of errands, and it wore me out.

We can't believe it is the last day of February. It is my Aunt Audrey's birthday today. Happy Birthday, Aunt Audrey! I hope you enjoyed your vacation with your friends!

Nana and Papa were at Uncle David's while Aunt Audrey was on vacation. They stopped by Saturday and ended up spending the night, which was a nice surprise! Papa put heat in our basement, so now when we play down there it isn't cold! Thank you SO much Papa. I love going down there to play and run around. Papa also put up a couple pieces of trim where it didn't look so nice. We are so thankful for all of Papa's work! He sure is a handyman.

Yesterday we went to visit my friend Elliott, her mom and dad, and her new baby brother Gavin. He is only 2 weeks old and is so little! I didn't take too much interest in the baby, but instead I had a lot of fun playing with Elliott. She has the coolest tent and tunnel that we kept chasing each other in. Mom forgot to bring the camera.

Mom and Nana ran out shopping for a little while last night. Nana helped Mom pick out a few things for the house, which made Mom so happy. I got to stay with Dad and Papa.

Today Mom, Dad, and I went to the mall. They let me play with a train table at Barnes N Noble, which I loved. They even let me walk around the mall! I helped them pick out blinds for a couple rooms in the house. It was a big choice, but I am happy with what we decided to do.

Aunt Kate sent me a globe pillow, which is so cool! Thank you very much, Aunt Kate! What a thoughtful gift.

Can you believe that it's already been almost a year since Daddy's big owie? Remember when he had surgery on his foot? I'm so glad you are better, Dad. I know you are looking forward to getting outside and exercising a little once the weather is warmer... me too!









A special Happy Birthday goes out to my cousin Emmett! His birthday is tomorrow.

I hope everyone has a great first week of March!

Love,
Jackson
XOX

Birthday Party

Peek-a-boo! Today was a really fun day! Mom, Dad and I went to Mom's friend's daughter's birthday party in Chicago. On our way we stopped at Gurnee Mall. Mom and Dad let me walk around in the mall. I enjoyed pushing the stroller, which is good practice for when I'm helping take care of my sister. I also rode a carousel for the first time! It made Dad dizzy, but I thought it was exciting!

Then I met Katelyn for the first time. It was her first birthday. She had some of the coolest toys I have ever seen. My favorite was a blow-up "pool" of plastic balls. I wouldn't even eat any lunch because I was too busy having fun!

Mom was able to catch up with some of her college friends and Dad kept chasing me around. It was a great day! Once we got in the car to come home, I was out like a light.

While I was sleeping, Uncle Bill and Auntie Kady kept Mom and Dad updated on my cousin Hannah's lacrosse team. She is famous! She started her first college game today and scored 2 goals as a freshman! The next time I see her I am going to have to ask for her autograph!

I am beginning to learn that all my cousins are so talented. From ice-skating to running to lacrosse... it's so impressive! They sure have set the bar high!

My Great-Grandpa Bob's birthday was last week. Happy Birthday, Great-Grandpa! Remember this picture? It was taken almost a year ago already! Speaking of birthdays, my cousin Kellyn's birthday is this week. Happy Birthday, Kellyn! We hope you enjoy your very special day.

Here's a little peek-a-boo for you...

Have a great week. We'll have more birthday wishes next week!

Love,

Jackson

XOX

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day everybody! What are you doing to celebrate this special day? Mom and I are hanging out while Dad is at grad school this weekend.

Well, I have so much to share! First, while Dad was in Florida for work this week, Nana and Papa came to take care of me so Mom could go to grad school and have parent-teacher conferences. On Thursday, they took me to the Children's Museum. I love it there!

We played and played. Then on Friday, Nana and Papa took me to Mom's school. I got to meet all her second graders and explore Mom's classroom. I had a great time and it wore me out! After lunch, Papa and I decided to relax a little.

Thanks for taking such good care of me Nana and Papa. I miss you already! See you soon, though. The baby will be here before we all know it (6 weeks!). Speaking of baby, Dad said a few family members were interested in seeing how big Mom's belly is! She didn't really want to put a picture up, but Dad and me insisted. Let me prepare you... I love playing with belly buttons... and I have no trouble finding Mom's. It's like a bull's eye!

On Saturday, Mom took me to get a haircut. She says I am a handsome little man now. I started to play peek-a-boo with my hands now, which Mom and Dad think is so cute!

My appetite seems to be back after feeling under the weather. My likes and dislikes for food is changing constantly. My new favorite is cauliflower with cheese, but I hardly eat any fruit!

Thank you very much for the valentines everyone. I hope you received mine. Grandma Mac sent me a handmade sweater, mittens, and hat. Mom took some pictures of me wearing the beautiful sweater and hat.

They are so cozy and warm Grandma. Perfect for Wisconsin weather... although I hear you've been getting way more snow by you than we have been getting here! Thank you very much.



I hope you are all enjoying your weekend and have a great upcoming week. Next weekend Mom, Dad, and I are going to one of Mom's friend's little girl's 1st birthday party in Chicago. It will be fun meeting some of Mom's college friends for the first time!

Sending hugs and kisses your way!
Love,
Jackson
XOX

Feeling Better

Hello! Here I am trying a new fruit freeze pop. I had been fighting a cold for some time, but then Mom and Dad took me to Urgent Care Friday night. I just was feeling so lousy! The doctor there was amazing - she even sang to me! They gave me a freeze pop there - so Mom decided to get something like that for home, too. I really prefer to lick the cold outside rather than eat any of it. Turns out I have pneumonia and the start of an ear infection, but I am feeling so much better now that I have some medecine from the doc.

Although I have spent a lot of time on the couch watching TV lately (Mickey Mouse, of course), I was more active today and decided to make a mess of the kitchen with all the tupperware and pots and pans.

I even ate a little today, which is such an improvement from the last few days. Mom and Dad were so proud - they were cheering like I did something really great. You know those two - they can be a little crazy.

Earlier in the week, Mom and Dad were giving me lots of baths to help take down my fever and make me feel better. One night Mom used the spray nozzle like it was a shower. I had a lot of fun! The video below is rated PG-13 because I am naked! Yikes!

Mom took a picture of me napping today. It was the most peaceful nap I have had in quite some time. A definite sign of me feeling better!

Grandma Mac's birthday was last Wednesday. I hope you had fun at your party, Grandma. Happy Birthday!

Dad is going out of town on business this week, so Nana and Papa are coming Wednesday. I get to stay home with them Thursday and Friday while Mom works and has conferences. I can't wait to spend time with them!

I hope everyone has a healthy and enjoyable week. Miss you all!

Love,

Jackson

XOX