Just because...

...you're beautiful.

When Jet gets older and starts asking "Mommy, why are you taking my picture AGAIN!" I know what i'm going to say - "just because your beautiful." And I know what he will say, "Mooommmy, boys aren't beautiful. Boys are handsome." :)

Well, Jet to me - you're both.

Love Potion # 9

I'm so very thankful to be able to say,

My little boy you are 9 months today!

You're growing and changing as fast as you can!

From "Our Little Miracle"

To "Our Little Man."

It's hard to believe how little you were.

Boy this month has gone by in a blur!

You're sweet, but still tough - you'll make a great hubby.

And you're lucky it's still very "in" to be chubby.

The paci is just a toy to you now,

But your big, blue-eyed starring still makes us say "wow."

You're playing and learning and showing your love.

Still my sweet angel boy sent from above.

Such memories to cherish -for more I can't wait!

Yes, these past 9 months are my favorite to date!

***SMOOCH***

I just gave you a big kiss!!!

At the Park

Got a chance to walk down to the park the other day when it wasn't too cold.

Jet liked the fresh air.

He tolerated the swing.

He loved when his daddy showed up.

His Nina says he looks like a little bruiser. lol.

He does look like he could scare off the younger babies.

Handsome with a capital "H" if I do say so myself. :)

Manages to look tough even while drooling. Now that's talent.

Daddy is HERE!

Oh yeah....Mommy too.

Love You to Pieces

Jet Montgomery - I know I'm not alone in this sentiment - but your Mommy is so thankful for you. Thank you for being good in bible class this morning. Thank you for keeping your blue eyes a little longer. Thank you for letting me sing to you all...day...long.

Thank you for teaching me all about playtime and staying positive and keeping perspective.

Thank you for your hilarious growling.

Thank you for not screaming in the car everyday (today's crying fit was just a fluke right?)

Thank you for cuddling with me a little bit each day.

Thank you for loving me with your smile and making me smile with your intent stares.

Thank you for sleeping through the night for another month.

Thank you for being my little boy.

Baby Einstein is so fascinating...lol.

I love this funny ability to focus.

You've had it from day 1

...or maybe more like day 10...

whenever the morphine wore off and you first opened your eyes for more than 2 seconds. lol.

Poor baby.

LOVE YOU TO PIECES!

Beautiful and Bouncing

On a chilly but sunny afternoon, Jet and his entourage went to the park. This time it took 4 girls to make him happy. lol. Not really - the ladies just love him. And who wouldn't...look at his sweet face...and a personality to match. :)

And even on beautiful days...life's not complete without some time in the bouncer. Jet is loving his new jumpy-seat and gets to bouncing like a little kangaroo in seconds! He has now decided that standing on mommy's lap is not near as fun as bouncing on it. He gave me quite the workout (and a case of the giggles) bouncing (in a standing position mind you - none of this "ride a little horsey" business) out of control on my lap at the restaurant we ate dinner at tonight...so biceps of steel here I come!

Here are some pics of the boy and his new entertainer.

So in summary - life is beautiful, the boy is bouncing, and we are blessed. :)