a little peek in the door...

fire station

John took the kids to the local fire station after school on Friday. He knows one of the guys there. They got a personal tour of the station and even got a ride on the fire truck!!

Looks like they had lots of fun without momma!!

2 year check-up

Jackson had his 2 year check-up.

We graduated to the big scale!!

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Height: 36 1/2 inches (93%)

Weight: 29 pounds 6 ounces (67%)

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Next well check--3 years old

dance

Maddie started a dance class on Tuesdays. She takes ballet and tap.

our dance bag

all ready to go!

The curtains are closed for the first couple of weeks to establish a routine, so hopefully in a few weeks I can get some action shots!

Jack's 1st day at school

Jack started preschool today. Mommy had to work, but his report said the had a "wonderful day."

today

two

Our little guy turned 2 today!!

Jackson started off the day with a trip with Mommy to Costco to pick up a few fun gifts.

Maddie got Jack balloons after school to bring home to her brother.

birthday boy

picture with the balloons

cookie monster cake as a snack...

yummy

my cutie

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We all went to Dave and Busters for birthday dinner and games!

Another candle to blow out.

It was lots of fun spending the day with our little guy. The past 2 years have been such a joy to watch him grow up and learn new things everyday. I can't wait to see what the next year brings for Jackson Frank! We love you!!

2 year pictures

We took Jack for birthday pictures on Friday. After some coaxing, bribing, and acting silly we finally got a couple of cute ones.

running away laughing

my favorite!!

big boy bed

After 3 & 1/2 years of babies sleeping it it, the convertible crib was converted to a toddler bed today! Jack took his nap in it today for the 1st time. Just another little sign that I don't have little babies anymore...

the look

Jack has learned "the look"!

Excuse the mess, Jack LOVES Buffalo Wild Wings mac and cheese!!

Maddie's 1st bicycle

Maddie worked hard earning stickers on her chart...

and finally earned a bicycle.

putting the seat on

1st time on her bicycle

riding around our block

Jack's MI Party

We threw Jackson an early birthday party at Grandpa & Grandma's while we were in Michigan. It was fun to visit with family and friends!!

Not too many pics from the day--John does have some videos of singing happy birthday and opening gifts.

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Since it was Jack's day, here are some pics of him from the day.