Zoo

Today we took a family trip to the Detroit Zoo. It was a cool morning so all of the animals were out. Jackson was so excited to get there and see the hippos. Aubrin loved looking at all the animals. Who needs lions and tigers when there are chipmunks running around. She thought they were pretty fantastic! We are trying to take in our last couple days of summer vacation before heading back to work. We hope you enjoyed the beautiful day today.

Last week Jackson went for his 3 year and preschool check-up. He is doing great! He was super funny at the appointment. He told the doctor that he has tomatoes growing in his ears and pickles up his nose so she better look in both. Dr. Bobal was blown away with the growth in Jackson's speech from his visit last year. That's right, we have not seen her since his two year visit. We are keeping our fingers crossed for another great year of health for our little guy.
Aubrin has been busy trying to keep up with her big brother. She is a mile a minute around the house and always cracking herself up. Aubrin is saying many words and also attempting to say many. She also put two words together for the first time this week. She said, "Hi Dad".
Jackson worked very hard painting a new picture for Aubrins room. He LOVES to paint.
We spent some time at Grandma and Papa Millers house swimming. Trying to celebrate summer as long as we can. Both kids are getting much more comfortable in the water. On Sunday I took Jackson to the community pool and he was very proud to swim all by himself.

The Lake and Chicago

Last week we did a little traveling. First we drove to see Todd's Aunt Elaine and Grandma in Indiana. The kids had a great time in the water. Jackson was very adventurous and went jet skiing, kayaking and tubing. Jackson also found Aunt Elaine's frog pond. He was very determined to catch one...maybe next time buddy! Todd's mom came to the lake after she dropped Caryn off at school. It was a nice time for her to spend with the kids. Aubrin loved going in the water and splashing, even though it was a little chilly. Todd spent an extra day at the lake and I got up early the next morning and continued my trip on to Chicago! I was so excited to spend time with my sister and her family. Will and Emerson are such sweet little loves. They are both so happy. On Thursday night after the babies went to sleep, Erin and I went out to dinner. It was great to spend time with my sister and just sit and laugh and catch up. It was a busy couple of days, but so much fun!

Jackson's Birthday Party

Today we celebrated Jackson's birthday with a zoo themed party. Jackson spent the day with family playing in the water, getting a tattoo and hitting an alligator pinata. Jackson got so many thoughtful gifts and was so excited to play with all of them. Jackson got his very own camera. Now he can take pictures and make videos. Jackson also go a fire truck, tools and Hungry, Hungry Hippo! Jackson loved when everyone sang Happy Birthday to him. It was great day and we were so happy to be able to surround Jackson with so many people that love him.

Jackson Turns 3!!!!

On Saturday Jackson turned 3!!!! It seems like just yesterday we were blessed with such a sweet little baby boy. How times flies so quickly. We spent the day at home playing and having a pretty quiet day. Jackson was very excited when his present from Aunt Ellen and Uncle Andy came in the mail. It was a fire fighter outfit. Jackson loves anything to do with fire trucks and fire fighters. Jackson liked his new puzzles and Handy Manny movie from Aubrin. Todd and I got Jackson a cash register. He has been shopping in the pantry with his grocery cart and then using the cash register to ring everything up. In the evening we had Jackson's favorite dinner, pizza and salad. Then we sang happy birthday and had a birthday cupcake. Before bed we watched the Lion King to get ready for Jackson's zoo birthday party on Sunday.

Jimmy Buffet and The Wiggles

We had a few exciting days of concerts. On Thursday Todd and I saw Jimmy Buffet. It was a great day to spend with friends. Todd and I could not get over all of the fun festivities at the concert. On Friday Todd, Jackson and I went to see The Wiggles. Aubrin spent the evening at Aunt Krista and Uncle Mike's house playing with the kids. Jackson had a great time watching the show. All week Jackson was looking forward to the show and hoping that they would play his favorite song, Light, Camera, Action~ of course it's the only song they didn't sing:( He was a bit disappointed, but still enjoyed the show.

Tiger Game

Today Todd, Jackson and I went to the Tigers game. Jackson had a great time riding the tiger carousel. He also enjoyed dancing to all the music during the game and cheering on the players.
Earlier this week Todd got a phone call from one of the players he used to coach. He was calling to share the news that he got called up by the Tigers and would be starting as catcher in the game today. I thought it was great that Alex called his "small town" coach to share the big news with him.