Bye-Bye Aldridges

We had so much fun with you guys. Despite, Jackson's uncooperative photo behavior we were sad to see you guys go. Thanks for everything. We will see you in February!!

Zoo Lights

We all bundled up and headed out to enjoy the zoo lights. It was not too cold. Jackson really enjoyed checking out all the lights and getting to visit the animals that were not already sleeping.





Riding the carousel and dinner with Grandpa:

Swimming

We take Jackson to an indoor swimming pool because he LOVES the water. This place has a playscape, shooting water, and water slides. Jackson always has so much fun. This time the Aldridges joined for some fun at the pool.

Christmas Morning

Santa brought Jackson an alphabet train. He really started enjoying tearing opening presents and seeing what surprise was in store. Now that it is all over, I think we will need to work on helping Jackson understand that it is not typical to get so many great gifts at one time!





And some more random pictures of Jackson enjoying his Christmas:

Christmas Eve

Dustin's family came to Denver to celebrate Christmas with us this year. Here are some pictures of Jackson opening another round of Christmas presents.

Puppy pajamas from his cousin Rachel:


Alphabet telephone from Uncle Brandon:


Trucks from Uncle Carlo and Aunt Carolyn:



Sand and Water table from Grandma and Grandpa Aldridge:





Thanks for all the thoughtful gifts!! Jackson had a great time opening everything and will continue to enjoy his gifts!

Elmo Hat

Ella's mommy made Jackson an Elmo hat for Christmas. As you can see, anything Elmo constitutes a great gift.

Christmas- Part 2

My mom, Grancy, sent Jackson a motorcycle, a rocking toy, for Christmas. Dustin painted it for him. But, another great present that Jackson absolutely loves!! Thanks Grancy!!!

Christmas- Part 1

Jackson had a great Christmas this year. We had to start early and go slow so he could enjoy each present. My parents sent Jackson a new chair. He LOVES it. He sits and watches Elmo and reads his books! Thanks Poppy and DemDay--what a great present!!!

Elmo and Cookie Monster

Jackson and his favorite friends:

Bass Pro Shop

Bass Pro Shop has a Santa to take pictures with and they also have some fun activities while you wait. We figured Jackson would not really trust Santa this year so we did not want to make a big production and head to the mall. We were right. Jackson did not trust Santa at all. But, he did have tons of fun playing with everything else.

Here is he checking out the train with daddy:



And checking out the elf:





And riding in the camo jeep:

More Jackson and Ella

It has been freezing in Denver lately so Jackson is becoming more and more accustomed to the snow and all the gear that goes with it. Here are a couple of Jackson and Ella in the snow gear getting ready for a day out with Erica, their nanny.

Decorating the Christmas Tree

We decided that it would be fun to have Jackson "help" us decorate the tree this year. I think he hung one ornament and then got bored.

Here are some family shots:




Jackson spent the rest of the evening playing on boxes, counting and then jumping off of them. Fun times for mommy:

Jackson's Car

Our neighbor gave Jackson this car after her kids outgrew it. He loves to go on rides around the neighborhood, but also enjoys just sitting in it and playing. Here he is hanging out while Dustin hangs lights outside the house.

The Goose

Grancy bought this goose (or duck as he calls it) for Jackson before he was born. Dustin and I decided he was probably the right age to enjoy it so we brought it out of storage. As you can see- he loved it:




And giving the goose a kiss: