No More Peace and Quiet

Today some men came and started digging the foundation for a new house directly behind our next door neighbors. Our house used to be on the edge of town, but many new houses have already gone up nearby. I was hoping it would be a while before they started on the lots that will block our view. Things used to be quiet here during the day, although we could sometimes hear nails being pounded into the new roofs nearby. Now we will have the building noises right next to us for the next few months. I am not happy. But Jack did enjoy watching the digger today.

We are so glad we don't own this house since the scenic view will soon be gone, along with the value.

Jack Is Now Walking

I should have posted about this a long time ago. Jack started walking about 1.5 months ago...at age 18.5 months. I thought the day would never come! He practiced a little more every day, and now he walks all the time. (Sorry, I have yet to get a good video of this, which is why I delayed this post. I do not know how to rotate this.)

Pregnancy Progress

In this photo -- 26.5 weeks and feeling bigger than I did last time at this stage. Can't believe it's only going to get bigger in the next 3 months!

Jack has a new sitting place.

Animal Sounds

Jack knows a lot of words, including many animals, and some animal sounds...

This is a video my parents took of him making his car noise, which is does almost constantly throughout the day. He almost always walks around the house with at least one car in hand. They are his favorite toys. This sound is also his word for car.

All dressed and ready to go out on the bike. (I just love this. Kids are so cute.)

I am so excited that these flowers are starting to grow in our front flower bed. I can't wait for spring!

Our Favorite Soldier

My baby brother, Dallon (age 20), leaves on Saturday to begin his 1-year deployment in Afghanistan. I have been dreading this day since he was young, as we knew he was planning to join the military. Dallon is a very special person in our family. We will be praying for his safe return. We love you, Dallon!

Harmony's Barber Shop

I've been cutting Aaron's hair since we got married. Now I cut Jack's hair too. It is not easy cutting the hair of a 1-year-old person! Thankfully he has less hair so it doesn't take too long.

Before & After