Jackson's Christmas List

Here are a few conversations Jackson and I had this morning about Christmas presents.

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Me: What should we get Z (his best friend) for Christmas?

J: Does she have any GeoTrax?

Me: I don't think she does, but remember that we're trying to think of things the OTHER person would enjoy.

J: (long pause) How about some flowers?

Me: Oh that's a good idea, girls always like flowers.

J: Yeah, we can get her a red, and blue and white and pink and purple. And put them in a little pot. And none of them can be the same.

Me: Ok!

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Me: How about Gramma and Grandad, what would they like?

J: Hmmm. (thinks so long I think he's forgotten what we're talking about) How about a little tree?

Me: Ooh that's interesting. Do you mean a real tree or a little statue of a tree?

J: A statue. Or since they don't have any dogs, we can give them one of ours.

Me (choking): I think they might like to pick their own dog if they get a new one. But which one would you give them?

J: I want to keep Zoe.

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Decorating Daddy's Birthday Cake

Jackson's Antiquity Portrait

A friend of mine was doing a fundraiser for her MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group, and they dress the kids up in costumes, give them props, and then make the pictures look antique. On our day, Cody was not interested in participating...I got the tux on him, with him protesting mightily throughout, and that was a far as he was willing to go. Once in the photo room, his tantrum escalated and I decided it wasn't worth it to force him. So, only Jacks is in the picture. But I just love it. It's silly, but the look on his face says he's in on the joke (and trying to determine the exact depth of the IQ of the lady taking the picture). And, HOW much does he look just like Daddy (who taught him the IQ trick)?

Awfully Big Shoes to Fill

Cody had some fun trying on Daddy's work shoes. Looks pretty proud of himself, doesn't he? :)

Family Photos Part II

A few more...couldn't narrow it down to just 5.

Family Photo Shoot

A friend of mine took a bunch of pictures of us at this beautiful church not too far from our house. There's a gorgeous fountain, a waterfall, a bridge, etc...perfect for pictures. Here are a few favorites, although you can't see the BEST one since it's likely our Christmas card pic this year. ;)

Pumpkins and Leaves...Fall has arrived

Jackson throwing leaves (I love how they're in focus while he is not):


Jackson balancing at the pumpkin patch:


Cody picking his pumpkin (serious business):



The Running of the Pumpkins (note both of Jackson's feet off the ground):


Jacks on our playscape in the backyard...cutie