Boys Keep Swinging

Second week with the nanny Beatrice went well, Jack seemed to enjoy himself over at Jonah's house, and the pickup and drop off seemed to go relatively smoothly. We have attempted to give Jack rice cereal on two occasions but he does not really seem to be interested, we will try again this week but probably won't start any veggies until month 5 so he has plenty of time to adjust. On Friday, he had his 4 month appt - he weighed in at 15 pounds 3 ounces and was 25 inches long - both in the 50th percentile. He is gurgling quite a bit these days, and experimenting with noises including laughing. Apparently he rolled over a second time but of course right when we stepped out of the room.

In Lily land, we had an International Dinner at Lily's school this week in which we sampled many different foods - well Lily had a hot dog - but Mom and Dad sampled some of the fare. Dad made a delicious kugel for the event.

The weekend brought some beautiful warm weather. On Friday, Lily rode her tricycle to the playground while Jack strolled, and the rest of the day was spent playing in the backyard. On Saturday, Lily attended her friend Naomi's birthday party, and then we went on a family bike ride/stroll - Dad pulled Lily in the bike trailer while Mom strolled with Jack - Mom definitely had the easier task! On Sunday, we ran some errands and played in the basement, and had a late day visit from Grandpa Maurice and Grandma Phyllis.

Lily and Jack are anxiously awaiting news of their first cousin - Aunt Tracy is 39 weeks 1 day so it could be any day now, we'll keep you posted!

Lily and Jack want to send out birthday hugs and kisses to Grandpa Tom!


Eating some cereal.


Working out in the Exersaucer.


Swinging around ...


The swing set gets a workout.


Checking out some rocks during our Saturday bike ride.

Call Me On Your Way Back Home

Well week one for Marcy back at work down. Jack had a great time last week hanging out with Jonah and nanny Beatrice. Everyone is stating to get their bearings and figure things out. This week Jack is at Jonah's house so we are figuring out how that how works for us.

Jack and Lily continue to grow like weeds. Jack is up to consistent 8 oz. bottles and is starting cereal this week. Jack has been rolling from side to side for a few weeks on Friday he woke up from a nap on his belly. Unfortunatley we have not witnessed for ourselves any rolling over, soon enough. Four month check up is on Friday!

This past weekend Lily and Jack spent the night at Grandma Gail's and Grandpa Tom's house. Marcy and I had plans for a nice dinner and some project completion work around the house. Unfortunately, Marcy came down with a stomach virus and was completely under the weather. No nice dinner but just a relaxing night at the house and a nice morning to sleep in on Sunday. The children were back last night and exhuasted from the night away.

That is all for now. Have a good week.


Jack hanging out with a baby friend.


Hanging out with Grandma Gail.


Lying around.


Princess Lily.


Lily with some feathered friends.

Someone To Watch Over Me

As Jack approaches four months, it was time for Marcy to go back to work today and Jack got to spend his first day with nanny Beatrice and new buddy Jonah. Both Jack and Jonah seemed to get along pretty well and Jack used his time with Beatrice to spend most of the day eating - he ate every two hours and polished off four six ounce bottles in a row.

Lily was back in school today and happy to see her friends. It was a busy weekend so she was happy to go back to hang out and see Miss Linda. The ride to school was a bit rough as she expressed her concern (with tears) for Baby Jack -- she is still a little unsure of the nanny concept.

On Saturday night we visited with friends Chris and Kristen and baby Wyatt. We drove by our old house and Lily got to see her old haunts. Sunday was a few errands and visit from a different friend Chris. It was a busy weekend and we are looking forward to a nice quiet week.

That is all, not much to report this week. Enjoy the pics.


Lily working on her AquaDoodle. She draws these really neat people and I think she is working on one here.


Jack is actually tickling Lil's foot here.


Holding onto Baby Jack for dear life.


Jack looks very serious here!

Egg Man

Post 210 today and things are busy at Jack and Lily's. Jack is enjoying his last week of maternity leave benefits and Lily has enjoyed a brief spring break from school.

On Friday, Marcy, Lily and Jack went to the zoo to see all the distant relatives.

Saturday started off with Lily going out for a special breakfast with Grandpa Maurice. The two had a great time visiting the local diner and playing in the basement. Jack also got some quality time with Grandpa during the visit. On Saturday night friends Naomi and Jonah came over the play with Lily and Jack. Jonah and Jack start to spend lots of quality time together next week as their nanny share begins in earnest.

On Sunday, it was off to Grandma Gail and Grandpa Tom's for Easter egg hunt and a delish dinner. Lily and Jack also got some quality time with their great grandma.

On to the pictures ... see you next week.


Checking out the Meerkats.


Riding and ape.


Jack eyeing up Baby Annie for lunch.


Are these two related? Similar posture.


Jack and Jonah.


Smiley.


Check out those fancy shoes.


Lily collecting her eggs.


Jack, Grandma Gail and Great Great Grandma Katie.

Luck of the Irish

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Lily and Jack. Lily celebrated at school with lots of green treats including cookies, rice krispie treats, and cupcakes. Jack celebrated by dressing in green, and being a little fussy for mom. ;)

Earlier in the week Mom, Dad and Jack headed to New Jersey to say goodbye to Poppa Syd. Lily stayed home and had a two night (!) sleepover with Hayley - apparently they had a fabulous time, unfortunately there are no pics to document the fun. Over the weekend, Lily got to spend some quality time outside at the playground and in the backyard, and visited with both sets of grandparents.

Enjoy the few pics we have...



Might be a little early for all of this fun.


Lily showing off her new princess hat with Grandpa Tom.


Jack snoozing on Dad.


Looking really hard.