Moving On

Jackson is nine months and as sweet as ever. Last week he cut his two top front teeth. That was a little trying, but we made it! He is taking about 4-5 steps at a time and get so excited with himself when he does. He loves Lilly and wants to be wherever she is!

Lilly decided to take dance. She is very excited however when I was trying to show her the ballet positions she told me "NO MOM! This is how you do it" Could be an interesting thing. She really just wants to be on stage. She will start her 2nd full year at Louisburg Methodist Preschool at the end of this month. At open house the teacher asked what friends she was excited to see. She named three boys all of whom she ended up in trouble with. Definitely explains all the "boy" play that we wandered about! She will ask at least twice a week "Am I going to school this day?" I hope her enthusiasm for school continues. It helps that she has WONDERFUL teachers and two of them are wrapped around Lilly's little finger!

Busy Times

We have had a very busy June and beginning of July. I would have thought I had much more time to blog, but no such thing. Jonathan and I celebrated our fifth wedding anniversary, Father's Day, two family reunions, and a trip to the beach for July Fourth. Lilly is taking gymnastics and we go to the movies once a week. We strive for the pool at least once a week. While it is fun for Lilly, Jackson is not so thrilled with the hot temperatures and it takes a lot of work to take both him and Lilly. Jackson is growing so fast. He is crawling EVERYWHERE and just this week has started following Lilly around and getting into her toys. Usually she takes the time to play and talk with him and he just laughs at her like she is the best thing in the world. Jackson is walking behind his toys and pushes things all over the house. He will be walking soon!

Jackson and Grandaddy

Jackson loves to be with Grandaddy. He cries when Grandaddy leaves him. They ride the golfcart, swing, and Jackson's new favorite is the lawnmower.

Mountain Pies

Daddy and Lilly made mountain pie (just a grilled ham and cheese) on a recent backyard camping trip and that is now one of Lilly's favorites. So this past Friday we had them again. It made me realize I love my kitchen and the AC. We will wait for the fall to do this again.

Jackson Grows Up

All in a day Jackson started crawling and pulling up. This was very sad for me because I am sure he is our last. He is still so sweet and loveable. It is interesting to keep all the little things away from his reach and espcially Lilly's toys. Sure keeps us on our toes. He is learning the word no and is much more tender hearted than Lilly. He will poke out his lips and cry with a stern voice and if you pop his hand he cries like his heart has been broken.

Memorial Weekend

We had a nice trip to the beach to stay with Jonathan's parents. Of course Lilly was quick to make friends with all the neighbors, calling them by name before bedtime on Friday. Her spirit for life warms my heart. At the pool she kept asking one little girl (about 25 times) "What's your name?" The little girl would not answer her and I just wanted to say "Hey tell her your name and she will leave you alone or leave, but don't just ignore her!" Of course years as a teacher and a good example from my own Mother, told me to just sit back and say nothing. Of course Lilly blurted out "Mom, this girl won't talk to me." Overall we had fun, Lilly went to bed tired each night. The little man was not so great with riding....crying about an hour each way and last night he was up 12-1 and up again at 4-5 and up for good at 6. We were VERY glad to get back to Gran and Grandaddy and all their help. May God bless our troops and the USA!

Catching Up

I love reading blogs, but sadly only have time to update about once a week. Lilly sang with her preschool Sunday morning and did a fabulous job. I was uneasy about leaving Jackson in a strange nursery, but he won over the lady there, he was the only baby, and he was great. (also have a video, but no pics..guess I will have to learn to post videos) Of course Lilly and her friend Emerald were the two out of about 12 that had to walk in with the teacher and sit on either side of her....wander why????

We have two turtles living in our pond and everyday when I come home they are on the dam, when I get out there with Lilly and my camera they jump in the water so we are constantly on a turtle hunt here. Lilly, aka...Elly May does love any type of animal. If we ever get pictures, I will post.

Finally the little fellow has cut a tooth. I was beginning to think he would be bald and toothless at one. He is so sweet and happy....makes the thought of having more seem not so bad. But then I remember being pregnant and I change my mind quickly. We are thankful to be blessed with two healthy and active children.