December 19th - Happy 5th Birthday Jackson!

My baby is turning 5 today!! Where did the time go?!!! This had to be the easiest photo shoot we have ever had. Years past, he would have a hard time staying focused on the actual picture taking and wanted to play with all their props. But he did fantastic and as always, he looks so much older than he is. And as always, a big ham!!

It's really hard to believe that 5 years ago, today, we had gone to Scott's family Christmas party knowing that Dawn, Jackson's birthmom, had gone into labor that morning and anxiously waiting for Family Services to call to tell us he had been born. We didn't say anything to his family until the evening was starting to wrap up and right after we broke the news, FS called to say he had been born at 6:30 PM. He was due on the 29th so it was fun to know we were going to be able to bring him home before Christmas! It was a long two days before we went and got him on the 21st but I'm so happy that Dawn was able to spend that time with him before she placed him in our arms.

Jackson has been such a blessing in our lives. We never imagined then after 10 years of marriage what this little baby would bring to our family. He has always been a happy, expressive, inquisitive and sweet little boy. He doesn't go a day without telling us he loves us. And he's smart, too smart!! As well as active!! And to believe this kid is not into sugar, I've never had a picture on his birthday of him eating his cake because he doesn't like it!

I've really noticed how much he has matured the past few months. I couldn't be happier with the timing of our next addition. He is so excited for the baby and I know he will be such a big help. I can't say enough how much I love this boy! Happy Birthday Jackson!