Morning Conversation

While they were in the same room it wasn't long after one woke up before I would hear the other. Often I would hear Jackson be silly and Emerson laugh. Then Jackson would call for Mom and Emerson would make a scream too. 

When I would go pick Emerson up she would immediately wave and smile at Jackson. I would set her in his bed and despite some bickering of a stolen stuffed animal they would usually feed off each other for morning laughs and smiles. 

Now in their own rooms, their happiness  when reunited in the morning is so cute. Emerson shakes her head and wiggles her body with excitement when we go say good morning to J. Emerson loves grabbing all Jackson's animals and J loves making silly noises and faces to make her laugh. 

I want to freeze time right here. Sweet and innocent, happy in the morning, full of love. 

Five on Friday

 Five on Friday!

[1] Fourth of July weekend was family and fun! Jackson loved holding sparklers and I was so happy to get some projects completed.

[2] Emerson is officially a climber! She tries to stand up everywhere but has no idea how to let go of her hands. She is not a big fan of walking either, but getting her feet under her is a breeze.

 [3] Park time was at a high this week. We are half way to our goal!

[4] Jackson and Emerson have their own room. I am slightly sadden by the end of an era but after a crazy night of alternating who cries (after one started and woke the other FOR AN HONEST HOUR) I am good with this. Jackson was so excited to move all the upstairs toys into his room. He proudly directed us where to put them and showed off his new space. 

[5] This amazing daily planner! I bought it at Target and am completely obsessed. All of my lists, thoughts and to-dos can go in this one place, and its pretty!

Fourth of July

Fourth of July weekend was filled with parks, family time, yummy food and projects. 

 We took a family trip to the zoo on Matt's first day off from work. Monkeys are our favorite!

 Dessert!

 Lots of time spent at parks!

It was a wonderful weekend. Jackson wore himself out and I'd have to say I was pretty darn tired too.

Five on Friday

Five on Friday on this holiday weekend!

[1]

Pointing! Emerson points and babble at everything. When you tell her what it is and talk to her about where she is pointing, she looks at you then back at the object. Her curiosity is at a high and it is so fun.

[2]

Time with friends! We had a wonderful playdate BBQ with a total of nine kiddos all three and under. There can be a lot of crying but is always a lot of fun. We also went to visit a friend's beautiful new house! Then later in the week we went to a park district farm with other friends. Jackson loves seeing his friends and I am so happy we can keep setting up time like this.

[3]

Family zoo day! On my husbands first day off we took a family trip to the zoo before we start (and hopefully finish) a lot of projects around the house.

 [4]

This little man is getting so big! A fun time at the racetrack last weekend!

[5]

With the exception of a door, construction is COMPLETE! I am beyond thrilled the dust is done (not gone yet) and so happy with how it turned out. We have decided to move a kiddo in there so now the task of moving a crib and making it look somewhat tied together with the mish-mash of stuff we have to have in there starts.

Six-Nine Month Favorites

Six to nine months is a wonderful age! You start to see so much personality and a lot more interaction. It is so rewarding after taking care of this eating, sleeping, crying little human for so long. There is more play, more giggles, more free time with out a baby in your arms. Baby food and teethers, rolling around and more scheduled naps. 

Here are a few of our favorites from six to nine months:

ONE // Baby Trend Activity Walker // We purchased this for Jackson when he was about seven months old and he loved it! Emerson has now enjoyed it and it has been a life saver to take outside for a place for her to play (and not get into trouble). The giraffe toy bar detaches and the open table top is great to give snacks and place toys.

TWO // Her Joyful Studio headbands // I fell in love with this Chicago based company!

THREE // Baby Mum-Mum Rice Husks // These teething crackers dissolve wonderfully and Emerson loved them! 

FOUR // Stacking cups // Once again these cups were a strong favorite. 

FIVE // Little People // The set in the picture is one of them that Jackson has. Emerson received the Sleeping Beauty set for Easter. Which one does she always go for...Batman.