Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Birthday Videos

Birthday Boy!

Happy birthday to me! I am 1 year old today! Can you believe it? And since today was my special day I had tons of fun! First Mommy woke me up singing the "Happy Birthday" song!

Then after some shopping Mommy and I went to the zoo!

And look who came to meet us! I had so much fun riding on Grandpa's shoulders, having Grandma push me in the stroller, and laughing and playing with Ava.

After a nice nap I got to see Daddy! We ate dinner. (I didn't want to eat. I wanted to play with my birthday balloon.)

Mommy and Daddy surprised me with a ton of presents!

My favorite is Buddy the Bear.

After presents Mommy and Daddy sang the birthday song and gave me a special birthday cookie. I loved the frosting! Mommy and Daddy said I need to practice getting messy for my party on Saturday. I can't wait! Oh and I heard them say something about a special party "Surprise"! Wonder what that could be?????

Sunday, July 10, 2011

Jake's 1st Haircut

Well today was the day.....I got my first haircut! I was a little unsure at first, but didn't mind it at all. The place was so cool! I got to watch cartoons, eat animal crackers, and play with a brush and comb. And because I was such a good big boy I got a prize before I left! I can't wait to come back!

Jake's 1st Fourth of July!

The 4th of July is so much fun! I got to pick out fireworks for Daddy to light, then watched them go "boom"! Mommy gets spooked when they blow up. I think they are neat!




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Can you believe that I am going to be 1 in just a couple of days? While I have been waiting patiently for my birthday, these are some of the things I have been up to...

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Surfside Beach-OUR VIDEOS

This was our first stop at Fort Mill, South Carolina. We stayed with Cheryl and her family. The swimming pool was a great way for Jake to warm up!

Jake's first moments on the beach...
Time for a dip!

It's beach time!

Jake's 1st Merry Go Round ride.. He looked less than thrilled. :)

The Yo-Yo became a hit on vacation...

Such a fabulous time with such a fabulous family!

Surfside Beach (Part 2)- OUR PHOTOS

Date night picture at the Sea Captain's House (out of order as you can tell from our tans).

We finally made it to Surfside. A little bit of traffic, but it was all worth it! Jake was great in the car! What a sport! He enjoyed listening to mommy sing and playing peek-a-boo behind the carseat.
Yummmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!
Vacation has finally begun!
Our view from the balcony
Ready for our first step on the white sand!

Jake took a running start!
Time to get down and sandy!

Shouldn't I be wearing my bathing suit?
The diaper is much more comfy...

Ready for day 1 on the beach.
Notice the white pasty skin? You can definetly tell it is our 1st day on the beach!
Jake loved playing in the water!
Even babies need time to lounge and relax...
Dinner was great each night we ate out....
but Grandpa's pancakes were much tastier!
Day 2 and Jake was already pooped out from the day before.
Day 3 brought a much more alert and playful boy!


Carlos n Charlies was a fun time, especially for Jake who also got a balloon hat!

"Do I get to keep this?"
Ready for his 1st merry go round ride. Jake was a bit tired but a great sport through the ride.

Happy Father's Day!!
"I have to coordinate my outfits so all the girls look my way..."
Early morning sunrise.
The sand was the most entertaining of all the toys.
We even set aside a few moments to capture our fun times as a family.


Our date night...dinner and miniature golf. I will let you guess who won... I blame the rain, Matt says he is just better.
I have been working on these abs for 11 months. What do you think?
My backside is my best side. Don't you agree?
Out of all the girls on the beach, this one is my favorite! ; )
Our condo
Our final evening...drinks on the balcony and a trip to the pier! :)

Goodbye Surfside Beach!