Storm advisory

We're not too concerned about Hurricane Dolly right now b/c we have our eyes on Hurricane Theo. The child is into everything. The world is his oyster right now and he's full of discoveries. His path is enormous and just look at the devastation in his wake.........

Jack and Mommy's special afternoon

I never get to have special outings with Jack anymore since Theo's arrival. I made a point to schedule some special alone time with him today after camp. Our gym has this really cool waterslide and all of the kids going down it were having a blast. I asked Jack if he wanted to do it and got an enthusiastic "yes!". I got an all day pass and off we went. I wasn't sure how he would do with it once we climbed to the top of the stairs. Heck, I wasn't sure how I'd fare since I haven't been on that type of slide in many, many years. Jack didn't miss a beat and he rode in front on me on the mat. We shot down that slide and were dunked underwater when we came out. He immediately said "let's go again!". We must have gone about 20 times....... luckily there was no line at all, which is rare I'm told.

What a fun mommy and Jack afternoon!! Little Theo was kickin' it in the childcare eating cheerios by the way.......

Jack is adjusting to his new school. It's been rough the past couple of mornings, seeing as I have to practically drag him in the room! He is always having a blast when I pick him up in the afternoons. He cooked a pizza yesterday and was eating it when I arrived. I talked to Aunt Jen on the phone today and Jack wanted to have a turn with Corinne, hence the phone picture.

Theo got his post-op tube check today and passed with flying colors! We got ear molds fitted so that we can go to the pool again. I feel like a recluse sometimes having to avoid water like I have the past week or so. Theo spent the day admiring the cat from the back window, drinking from his new sippy cup, pulling up on everything he comes near and chatting away. He flings everything from his stroller or booster chair that I give him. Usually that is followed by "uh oh". What will I do with him?

I got him some "big boy" pjs since I don't feel a onesie is warm enough for him at night. Doesn't he just look precious? Just like his big brother in those Lightning McQueen pjs. See any curls in his hair in the shot from behind???

Percy Quin

This is somewhat belated, but I just uploaded these pictures from the family reunion last week. Jack loved seeing all of his cousins again. It was hard to pose everyone but here they all are!! 2007 was quite a baby boom year! Brandon, Jordan, Colleen, Noel, Ryley, Caroline, Ansley, Jack, Theo, Henry and Blake. Baby Elise was sleeping and we chose not to wake her this year (she's only 2 months old). What fun to have so many cousins!!

Uncle Mike took a special interest in Jack (which he LOVED). He horsed around with him and lifted him in the air to "touch the fan". He also took him out on the boat for some fun time with the other cousins. All that was wonderful distraction for Jack, and in turn, was wonderful for me since Theo never did take one nap at the reunion. Come to find out his ears were horribly infected..... but thanks Uncle Mike!!

Chef Jack

Jack started camp at his new school today. It was a tough morning for him.... but he adjusted and was having a blast when I came to pick him up! The theme for this week is cooking, so here's chef Jack!

Jack's "pet"

I got Jack a turtle that triples in size when left in water. We've been letting the turtle get big for a few days now. I keep asking Jack what he wants to name his turtle and I get all sorts of responses. Some are english and some aren't. He did say today that he liked the name Jordan and that's what he wanted to name the turtle. Too funny!

6th Anniversary

Dave and I celebrated our 6th anniversary yesterday! His parents were kind enough to babysit for us so we could get away for a trip to New Orleans. We stayed at the Ritz Carlton and it was fabulous. Dave planned all sorts of wonderful things... such as a couples massage and a magnificent dinner at this restaurant, complete with the Degustation dinner. It was 11 courses. Yes, 11. We got a different wine with each course. Can you say grotesquely full? I was very pregnant for our 5th anniversary and I think was even on bedrest, so this one more than made up for the last!