Jackson Turns 2!

J man turned two today! I cannot believe it....it still seems like he just entered the world. I vividly remember all of his birthday and our stressful stay in the hospital. Life was a whirlwind for a while, still is, and I don't think it's going to slow down anytime soon. If you had asked me two years ago what I thought Jackson would be like, what his likes are, his dislikes, his personality, etc I wouldn't have ever been able to imagine the little boy that he is. This guy is so full of life! He is truly all boy - he's a truck loving, sports playing, energetic little fella that goes and goes all day long. He is quite the talker and has started singing too. He is so much fun to interact with and we just love watching him grow and learn. Here  is a current update on him:

Jackson is no longer a baby, but a little kid. Tear...that means we have a periodical tantrum, a picky eater from time to time, a child who loves the word "no," and a strong-willed, independent little person. He is also a funny, happy, energetic, shy, tender-hearted, and loving little a guy. He always checks on mommy to make sure I'm okay. He tells all of us that he loves us. He uses his manners and is quick to say bless you to anyone that sneezes. He is rarely mean, and if he does something that is mean it seems to be unintentional. Hopefully we do not start a phase of pushing, hitting, biting or toy stealing - but if we do, we will deal with it when the time comes. Jackson is also very routine. He loves the schedule that he has down and if we are running behind on one task, he requests it. He continues to be a great sleeper at night and is always ready for his nap. And by a huge surprise (insert sarcasm), Jackson remains at the top of the charts in height and his weight is also moving back up on the growth chart. He is as tall as an average three year old!

I've said it a hundred times and I don't think it will change anytime soon, Jackson is ALL BOY! He is on the go all of the time, constantly running around the house, jumping across a room, climbing on the furniture - you name it, he does it. He is also OBSESSED with all vehicles, particularly construction trucks. He can sit and play with trucks all day and points out every truck we see when in the car. He has started playing with a bit more imagination and it is so much fun! He also loves any type of ball or sport and just running around outside. We do miss our boy being a little baby, but this stage is so much fun!

Jacks had a busy last few months with the arrival of his sister. We rejoined stroller strides, continue to attend gymboree classes, and he went to swim lessons during the summer. We've had a lot of company since Olivia was born and traveled a couple of times. I'd love to say that life is slowing down, but the little man is now starting preschool. He will go every Tuesday and Thursday for four hours. We are also trying to get into soccer lessons and maybe even take another round of swim lessons. We just love that this little boy loves being active and that he just goes with the flow!

Jackson sure loves playing in his new backyard! 

Swinging at the playground. 

Lunch date with mommy and daddy. 

Our little fishy took swim lessons this summer and does great in the water! 

This smile...

...and this one! haha this was after I took him to get his first hair cut not by grandma. He did great but that was the best smile I could get! 

And he looks like this most mornings when he wakes up. Crazy hair don't care! 

We just cant get enough of this handsome little man! 

Jackson, we love you to the moon and back. You bring so much joy to our lives. Even though you've just been with us for two years, we don't even remember what life was like without you! I love your energy and how much you truly enjoy waking up and making the most of each day. I try to learn from you and do the same. May that never change about you. We are excited to continue watching you grow - we look forward to seeing how your personality changes/progresses throughout the years. Just know that you will always be our little boy and we love you forever!