Spring!

Just a quick update and some pictures. We're waiting for spring to really take hold. Every time the weather gets nice, mother nature takes it back and makes it cold again. Today was warm and the rain that was supposed to arrive didn't so we decided to sit on the grass awhile. Jacob didn't realize right away that he could crawl on the grass like he could the floor, but once he saw something he wanted, he remembered.

Jacob has been teething. Two pre-molars are coming up on the bottom and they've given him (and us) a really hard time. Lots of random crying and night-waking. One has already cut, but the other is still working its way up. Hopefully, we'll have some relief soon.

Jacob's pappa was in town for a short trip this week. Jacob really enjoys his visits with pappa. It's fun to watch the two of them together.

Pappa & Jacob

Playing on the grass.

"Gimme that camera!"

Pondering his next move.

Favorite Game

Here's a video of one of Jacob's favorite games: knock the blocks down, aka, Demolition Man! We use this game to keep him moving around the family room. (Gotta tire this guy out somehow!) Along with this game, Jacob loves to play hide and seek. It's so fun to see the grin that comes across his face!

The weather here has been pretty disappointing. We're itching to go outside and swing or hike, but it's still cold and rainy. Jacob is still working on two new teeth which is making him a bit cranky. This weekend we have Aidan's birthday party. We're looking forward to it.

Florida Fun

We had a great time in Florida last weekend. The weather was great, except for Monday. Jacob got in lots of swimming between family events. We learned that Jake isn't up for Shabbos services yet, but luckily, Bubby's synagogue has a great playground, complete with infant swings. Jacob would have loved to spend all afternoon swinging! Jacob also had his first potato pancake at TooJay's and he loved it!

Crawling around before synagogue.

L-R Mama, Jacob, Mommy, Uncle Adam, Bubby on our way to synagogue.

Swinging!

Gotta have shades.

Swimming!

I'm crawling, I'm crawling!

We've been waiting for this moment for a long time! The physical therapist said he could skip it, but we really wanted to see him crawl and he's finally obliged us. He's also pulling up to kneel! Here's some video:

We're heading to Florida on Friday for my cousin's Bat Mitzvah. We're looking forward to seeing family and getting some swimming in. Jacob's got some more teeth coming in - pre-molars. This guy's got a mouth full of teeth!

Hey Ma, Watch me swim!

Jacob started swimming lessons with Caroline a few weeks ago. He loves it! He's going to be just like his Pappa Jack who swam in college.

Swimming lessons focus on propulsion (kicking) as pictured in the first video, buoyancy (floating on his back) as pictured in the second video, and breath control (blowing bubbles and holding his breath). Jacob seemed to enjoy all of it, but sometimes he wasn't into going under water. I think mostly it was due to wanting a nap (see video 2). The pool is a heated saltwater pool. There were four other babies taking lessons too! He should be swimming in no time.

Happy Birthday to Me!

Wow, Jacob is one year old! I can't believe it. Bubby, Grandma, Grandpa, Pappa, Mom-mom, and Pop-pop all came in for the party.

Pappa, Mama, Jacob, Mommy

At his party he discovered his love of balloons.

All of Jacob's grandmothers - Grandma, Bubby, & Mom-mom.

Blowing out the candles. Not so sure about all the fire!

"So many toys, where do I get started?" (w/Aunt Marisa)

It was a great party. We're very grateful to our friends and family and everyone's generosity. Jacob is very loved and I'm sure he knows it too. Now we're bracing for toddlerhood!

Just Before I'm One

Well, this is the last week of Jacob's infancy. I can't believe a whole year has gone by.

This week Jacob started swimming lessons with Caroline. He had a blast! (I missed it but I hope to see it sometime.) He put his head underwater 5 times and didn't cry once! I think this is going to become a permanent activity.

Jacob continues his feeding endeavors. He is especially motivated by his mommies jumping up and down and clapping. We do that whenever he puts the spoon in his mouth. It's pretty funny.

We're looking forward to all the family arrivals coming up for his birthday party. We'll be sure to post lots of pictures. Here's a couple to tide you over.

Eating egg/spinach souffle. He loves it! He cleans his plate.

Just chillin'.