Jace's latest

There has been much going on in the life of Jace. First, some of his newest milestones: He is pulling himself up on EVERYTHING! He is pretty proud of himself when he does it but sometimes freaks out when he can't get down. He did it when he woke up in his pack and play this weekend. He was so tired but determined to stand there. Finally he gave in and stuck his thumb in his mouth. The poor kid was wobbling all over one hand on the pack and play and one in his mouth! :) Finally he just kind of let himself tip over. :)
Standing at the coffee table--

Jace has also started saying 'mama'. He has been saying it for several weeks but we weren't sure if it was just more babbling or not. He is now saying it with conviction and after a confirmation from Grandma F we decided he definitely means it! He won't do it on command yet and only says it when he gets really mad or wants something. I must admit--it is pretty cute and usually works to get him whatever he needs.
Jace has also become a master tooth brusher--he LOVES brushing his teeth. He has to let mommy get his 2 teefers real nice and shiny and then he gets a turn. He would sit and brush those bare gums all day if we'd let him!

And finally Jace's diet has now expanded to include chocolate pudding. Jace and Daddy spent Friday together and Mommy came home to find evidence all over Jace!!


In between learning all these new things, Jace found time to go to Kansas City this weekend and visit Aunt Erin and watch his cousin Ryan play soccer. He had a great time and was a very good boy minus naps.
Jace and Aunt Erin catching up

Looking handsome after a night in the pack and play

Hanging out with grandma at Aunt Erin's apartment

Surrounded by the girls

And again!!!

And last but certainly not least--Jace would like to welcome his newest buddy to the world. Mikey D. Jr. (as Jace calls him) was born last week to Mommy's good friend Karla and her husband Mike. We are so excited to meet him!! He's a cutie!