Saturday, November 27, 2010

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

Even though Jackson wasn't exactly dressed for Santa, we couldn't resist getting it taken care of the day before Thanksgiving when we were shopping at Sunvalley.  There was no line!

Santa 2010

He only almost cried and then was fine.  And Cinnabon afterwards never hurts!

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Yes, we're alive.

Just MIA.  We just got back from Yosemite.  So lovely.  Despite the rain, hail, and freezing cold, we had a great time!  Jackson had so much fun and got to see many deer and other animals.  The Rangers at the Visitor Center loved him.  We did a ton of walks, including Yosemite Falls, Mirror Lake.  We ate lunch at the Ahwahnee, rode our bikes, and rode the bus.  A great vacation!

A

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Maybe this is our year...

to win a Madsen bike!

Madsen Cycles Cargo Bikes

We would sooooo love one!

Monday, November 1, 2010

Trick or Treat

Trick or Treating is so much fun with a toddler!


TOT


Oh, I had a good laugh at this one.



Boys


Although at first Jackson didn't quite understand the whole concept and when he said Trick or Treat at our neighbor's house, Jackson gave him some of his staged candy from his box!


Give



Walk


Apparently our neighborhood goes all out and we need to step it up a notch next year.  If you can tell by Donnie's costume, that won't be a problem.

Girl

Once Jackson hit the motherload of all full sized candy bars, all he really wanted was to sit down and enjoy it.

Snickers


Tired

Saturday, October 30, 2010

And birthday night.

We had a fabulous mellow. rainy day.  We watched the game :( and celebrated Jackson's birthday with his grandmas and aunt.  We celebrated camping-style with homemade chili, cornbread, and s'mores cupcakes.

Cupcake


It's amazing how a kid knows exactly what to do with a candle when it's put in front of them.


Cake1



Cake2



Cake3

Jackson was spoiled by family and had a great day.

Happy Birthday Jackson!

Today you turn 2.  Crazy how time flies.  Two years ago you were a non-stop screaming baby.  Now, you're a wonderful, loving, caring, and funny little boy.


Jackson2


You know what you want and are determined to get it.  It's infuriating at times, but I can't help but think of how it will help you to succeed in the future.

Campus2


You say "I love you," and when we say we love you more, you say, "I love you too."


SideTruck


Your impulse control is still trying to catch up with your head.  You know when you do something wrong and say, "Sorry," then do it again and say, "Sorry," again.  You feel badly most of the time.  You kiss boo boos and give hugs.


Privett 2010-10


You love trains, cars, coloring, and ride-ons.  You're the fastest ride-on driver there is.  You love dogs and call them all puppies, no matter their size.  You're always on the look out for cows when we drive in the car and Toys 'R Us because you know it has a train table.  You like Dora the Explorer and Diego.  You love ice cream, cake, and cookies, as all little boys should.  We are happy you love veggies and especially fruit.  Lately you demand apples all the time.  You drink with a cup and eat with a fork and spoon, although you've been a neat eater since the beginning.


J2Look copy


You travel well and enjoy new places.


Walking


You decided a few months ago you wanted to sleep in a big bed and haven't looked back.  You made it the easiest transition yet.  Except now you know there's another world of TV after you go to bed and try numerous times to join it.  Bunny and Thomas the Train sleep with you at night.


B&WTruck


You're handsome in an adorable way, and people love to tell us.  At times it's hard to say no to you.  We're not quite sure what to do with your hair.  Your eyes still change color by the hour.


Privett 2010-11


You are fun and silly.   When people hear you laughing they can't help but laugh with you.  You try to get people to laugh and get other kids to run and have fun with you.  You say hi and bye to everyone and love visitors and know of no strangers.  You cry when visitors leave.


JB2


"It takes a village," and your village loves you so very much.

Happy 2nd Birthday.


Balloons

{photos #4 and #8 by the wonderful Miss Sarah Lane}

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Monday, October 25, 2010

Ready for Halloween.

I just wasn't feeling the pre-packaged costumes this year.  This is probably the last year that Jackson doesn't quite know what's going on and loves his costume no matter what.

Whole

Hat

He'll be collecting his candy in the 6 pack box.  He is ready to say, "Trick or Treat."

Drink2

DPPatch

Sip

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Monday, October 18, 2010

Hello Fall!

Leaf2

RainyDay

RainyDay2

Sweatshirts, rain, and stuck inside all day.  A walk during the break in the rain to photograph some wet leaves and the happiest Jackson was all day.  (No, we haven't gone crazy buying him Chico State things since moving here.  This sweatshirt still fits from last year and the T-Shirt from the pumpkin patch was mine when I was 6!)