18 Months Old!

Jake turned 18 months old today. It is crazy how fast those 18 months have flown by. I tried to get a picture of him today, but he would not allow it this morning. He continues to voice his opinion each day. It is cute to hear him say "no", as long as it isn't the only thing he says.

We found out that Jake likes vanilla pudding. He kept calling it bubbles, but he wanted more and more. He is getting better at using a spoon to feed himself. There was a little bit of a mess, but we were in need of a bath anyways.

Nothing new with the house...continue to have showings, but nothing further than that. I am beginning to feel bad for our house. Our house is like the last person chosen to play on a team. We are patiently waiting...

Getting Bigger by the Moment!

This past weekend Jake seemed to have gone from a baby to a big boy! He had his haircut on Saturday. He cried the whole time and drooled red sucker. He ended up with hair stuck to his face and tried to "clean" himself with the drenched cape they put on him. On Sunday, Jake got his new tennis shoes. They look like real tennis shoes for adults! The tennis shoes make his legs look so much taller. He loves them, too! He was showing everyone at daycare his new shoes. I kept telling him they would make him run fast. He is trying to run more. I think it must be his new shoes! He is learning more and more words. In the car yesterday, Joe was counting the monkeys on a old gift card Jake was holding on to. Jake said two after Joe said one. Where did he learn to count?? He is growing up way too fast for his mommy and daddy!

Hilton Head

Jake and I had a fantastic time with my parents in Hilton Head. It was a very laid back and relaxing time. Jake did a great job on the plane ride from Mpls to Atlanta. He was a trooper. He spent time "reading" the emergency pamphlet, so I wasn't worried about anything. He studied up! Our short flight from Atlanta to Savannah got to be a little long for Jake. Thankfully, it was not a full flight and we were able to be in the back of the plane and not distract too many people. When we were in Hilton Head, we spent M-W at the pool at the resort. Jake liked it more and more each day. We were smart and rented some beach toys for the week and bought a beach ball. He was pretty entertained with those items. He enjoyed going out into the middle of the pool with Papa. My parents golfed most of the mornings, so Jake and I hung out in the unit until after his morning nap. We even watched our normal "toon toons". We did a fair amount of walking and shopping. We ate ice cream daily! Yummy! On my birthday, we went to an Italian restaurant that was recommended highly by a golf course worker my parents spoke to. It was very tasty. I had some cheese ravioli, while Jake ate bread and crackers. He does not like pasta or any type of tomato sauce. How can he be my son?? Later that night, I went with my dad to his favorite restaurant, Steamers. They have a man that plays music there most nights. my dad really enjoys listening to him. I was able to order my favorite beer from my time in Duluth, Woodpecker Cider. Brought back memories! Thursday and Friday were rainy days. We were able to squeeze in a trip to the beach on Thursday. Jake was a little unsure of the ocean at first, but he did go out with Papa. Jake even wanted to stand and not be held. My mom and I watched and took pictures from the shore. Jake and Papa played in the sand. I really do not know who had more fun! Jake enjoyed knocking down what Papa had built. On our last day, we went into Harbor Town. I was able to see, in person, the infamous light house that my parents take an annual picture of. Jake and Papa went onto the 18th green in search of golf balls. There were some amazing boats docked in the harbor. We woke up early on Saturday morning to head back home. The two flights were not as great for Jake. The fight from Atlanta to Mpls was the hardest for him. I think his ears may have been hurting. Mine were plugged until later the next day. My mom was able to help me keep him somewhat entertained. He did sleep for about an hour, which was peaceful. The other hour and fifteen minutes...not so much.

I was so thankful for the opportunity to spend time with my parents in a town they love. I am not sure when I will be able to come back, but I will look forward to it. My parents thought about having Joe and Jake come sometime, if it doesn't work with my school schedule. We'll have to just wait and see.