2 Months Old

The many faces of Jax.

Generous Heart

Jagger was feeling better and went to the Hardware store with Jacob. (We are in the midst of remodeling the kitchen).  Now people, this is Texas.  And here in Texas, we have a jewelry store and huge womens section.  From high end jewelry to fancy soaps and things.  So, this is the story Jacob told me, as my darling "almost 2" year old handed me an ornate and beautiful package.

In Jacob's words:

  As they were entering the hardware store Jagger declared he wanted to get a present for mommy multiple times.  Jacob said ok and let him "shop" around. He initially picked up a bookmark and when Jacob asked, "Is this what you want to get mommy?".

"Nope" he said, "In here..." 

He headed for the glass case with all the nice jewelry in it. (And I guess a group of ladies had accumulated at this point with ooh's and ahh's).  He slowly, carefully, looked at the glass, sliding his finger until he pointed to the above ring and said, "this one!"

Jacob said he gulped at the price tag, but was so blown away by this whole unprompted gestrure and thought process, followed by careful selection, he had to buy it. 

(The ladies at the counter and in the store, went crazy).

Jacob said after they wrapped it, he very carefully with two hands carried his "surprise for mommy" to the car and did not let go of it, until he handed me the bag (and then opened it for me)

proclaiming, "I got you a present mommy!".

Isn't he the best?!

Needless to say...he won my heart the day he was born.  But he wins my heart every day again. An amazing little boy, with a generous heart and GREAT taste in gifts.

(Just like his daddy)

This ring, is now a treasure.

Two Sick Little Boys

This weekend we suffered quite the scare.  I knew that the boys were sick, but when we headed to our Pediatrician's on Saturday, I was not expecting them to keep us there from open (9am) until after close (2pm) because they weren't sure if Jagger was well enough to go home or if we needed to check him into the hospital.  At first he was so pale, and incoherent they thought he was going into septic shock. It turned out one of the problems was he was not getting enough oxygen. SCARY! Thank goodness, we ended up going home!

Jagger at the Dr.'s office. (It was a LONG day) After a few breathing treatments, steroids and antibotic shots, and 4 hours of watching him they determined he was fine enough to go home.

At 6 weeks Jax has a cold, and labored breathing.  He had to undergo breathing treatments in office (and now at home, as well too).

Jagger mastered (the fish mask) at home:

It has been a hard weekend, and even though Jacob and I are now sick; at least our beautiful boys are on the mend! Sleeping, eathing (some) and getting lots of rest.

 

Sunday Funday

The momma has been going a little crazy the last 3 weeks not being able to get out and about as usual.  So, Sunday we took a little road trip down to the "coast" to an area called Kemah, just North of Galveston. We spent the day at Kemah boardwalk, rode rides (Jaggers first), ate carnival type junk food, ate seafood and walked around and enjoyed the smells of the sea.

 Jagger had so much fun, at lunch, he literally fell asleep at the table.  I stuck out my hand to keep him from hitting the table, and he stayed asleep like that until we left.  He got several laughs at the resturant.

A fun day for us all!

3 weeks old

Jax is 3 weeks old today!

New Parent's AGAIN

So, this picture is from a week ago when we took Jax to his first doctor's appointment.  Apparently, we forgot newborns go through so many diapers, and only packed 6 newborn sized diapers in the diaper bag.  SEVEN poops later....this is where we ended up in desperation.

Jax was obviously not a fan of Jagger-sized diapers. 

Brotherly love

First meeting:

Jagger is SUCH a good big brother.   We are so proud!!

Welcome Jax

Only seconds old, and I was in love:

Daddy was overjoyed to hold his darling son:

A+ right out of the gates.  A 10 out of 10 score on AGARS:

Grandma and Grandpa Mason were so excited to meet Jax...

....as were Grandmommy and Grandpa Smith:

But no one was as excited as Jagger.  He fell in love at first sight!

Welcome Jax Mason our delight! We are so blessed to have another beautiful little boy in our lives and fill our hearts with such joy!

And then there were FOUR...

We welcomed our beautiful little boy, Jax Mason Smith into our family Friday, April 22nd at 4:41pm.  He weighed in at 7lbs and 15oz. and measured 21.5 inches long.  He is a beautiful, calm and content little boy.

We are overjoyed, smitten and madly in love!

Final Days before Baby

Jagger has been a great helper preparing for baby.

He helped daddy tidy up the yard:

 Got the much needed attention he was soon to be diminished of:

We went on many long walks, ate popsicles, hung out at the playground and spent as much time together as the three of us as we could.

We love you Jagger!!

Happy Trails

Our new home in Kingwood is tagged the "Liveable forest".  With over 50 miles of walking trails throughout we are lucky enough to go on great walks in great weather.  Jagger, has deemed himself too big for the buggy and now takes his time walking, running and shooting the many squirrels along the paths.  We are really enjoying our time with Jag before the new baby comes.  Every morning, he kisses my belly and says "Good morning baby brother".  I think the excitment is starting to set in for him as well.

Life is great! The house is still coming together, and the countdown to baby boy #2 is just around the corner! 

Our first house

So, we bought a house and moved to Houston, TX. Kingwood to be exact.  This is the photo from our insepction. The For Sale sign is gone and it is overwhelmed with boxes and chaos and many dreams of making it our own--someday.  For now, we are just trying to get settled so we can prepare for baby #2!

 I will try and upload interior pics once the place looks more liveable.