Our First Beach Vacation with J

Two weeks ago my Dad invited us to Palm Coast for Jayden's first beach vacation! We had such an incredible time experiencing the ocean and beach through Jayden’s eyes. He adored the sand, water and pool! Our little adventurer has no fear!



We were lucky that his Uncle Emery and Auntie Marisa were able to come spend the day with him! Uncle Emery even had time to teach him high five!

Our condo was gorgeous and I spent every moment I could luxuriating!

 

I love my boys and I couldn’t ask for a better vacation!

Jayden's "FIRSTS"

Pulled Up – May 14, 2011

During our 2nd LM Playdate, Jayden surprised me by crawling over to Cooper’s carrier and pulling himself up to see him!  I was quite shocked! He only did it that once, so I thought for sure it was a fluke. Then the next morning when I went into the nursery to take him out of his crib, there he was big as life standing up smiling at me over the railing! How I love this kid!

First Word – May 22, 2011

Todd is working very hard to teach Jayden a few words. He always points to himself and says “Da Da”, to me and says “Ma Ma” and to Jayden and says “Jayden”.  Lol, I think he says Da Da more and does Ma Ma every 3rd time! Lol, just kidding! Todd’s hard work finally paid off. For the past week he has been saying da da da. I don’t quite think he knows what it stands for, so I am not throwing in the towel just yet! However, at the anniversary party on Sunday he waited until the family portrait was being taken and everyone was quite to blurt out Da Da. So now everyone knows!

Five Guys/French Fry – May 28, 2011

A little guy after my own heart! Today Jayden experienced Five Guys! I craved their burger and fries when he was in my womb, so it only seemed fitting that his first French fry should be at Five Guys!



Jayden's "FIRSTS"

Stood with Hands– April 18, 2011

I stayed home with Jayden when we were both sick.  Even though he was a little under the weather, he still was very active. He was a little fussy, so I thought it would be fun to give him a new outlook. I stood him up next to the couch and let him rest his hands on it. I slowly let go and miraculously he kept standing! He looked over his should and gave me a huge smile! What a dare devil!

Sat Up – April 21, 2011

I was entertaining Jayden while Daddy was gone. Grandma was on her way over and I thought it would be nice if she could see him playing with the toy she got him for Christmas. It’s an Alphabet train that lights up and sings. It is an incredible toy from V-tech that will help him learn his letters and he can also ride it and push it across the room. (When the time comes of course!) However, lately I have been laying him on his stomach so he could watch/play with it. So I thought to myself, ‘Why not be adventurous and see if he could SIT in front of it for the first time?” And sure enough he did! What a beautiful smile! He was so happy!

Crawled – April 21, 2011

So only my little man could possible go leaps and bounds in one day! Not only was he going to sit up for the first time, he was going to crawl too! Grandma was over and we were playing with him on the floor. Mom came over after work, so I thought it would be nice to have a few cheese and crackers out for her. As soon as I put them down, Jayden took off!! I have never seen him move so quick!! Fortunately I had time to get it on video.  My mom just kept moving the plate of cheese…haha! Only a Roddy/Coffey will crawl for food!!



Happy Memorial Day!

We had an incredible day in the sun today! On a beautiful sunny holiday, what more could you want than a day in the water! We started the morning off by meeting up with Jayden’s buddy Cooper at a childrens splash park in Dr. Phillips. The boys had so much fun playing on the splash pad and trying watermelon for the first time! 

Later in the afternoon, Jayden met up with his other friend Ethan to go swimming! (He isn’t even a year old and I’m already shuttling him around!)

To those we love who have or are currently serving our country, we are greatly honored for the sacrifices and danger you have faced to protect our freedom. We love you Great Granddad Carl (Pa), Grandpa Joe, Uncle Randy, Brett and Uncle Nicky!

Happy Six Month Birthday Jayden!

Happy Birthday J. (Well six month birthday that is!) I don't know how I can come to love you more each day, but I do. You and your Daddy are the light in my life.

To commemorate this special day, we took six month family pictures. Hope you like!

My Little Guppy

Todd and I took Jayden swimming for the first time last Saturday at the Arnold’s. He was so precious in his little suit and matching hat! They had a little plastic pool for the babies that we let him try first. He went to town splashing! I was shocked to see that he had no FEAR! He absolutely adored the water!

 After he got used to the little pool, I took him in the big pool. We had so much fun and I can’t wait to bring him again!  



After an afternoon of swimming, Jayden chilled until he fell asleep in the swing! What a day!!!



Happy Easter

Today was such a special day for our family. I woke to breakfast in bed curtsy of my hubby and then we shared our first Easter with Jayden. We went to church and heard an amazing sermon by our pastor. He reminded us that Easter isn’t about an Easter Bunny and candy, but the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He had us in stitches and I am so appreciative to belong to such an amazing church.

After church, we came home and gave Jayden his first Easter basket. He loved it!! He pulled his soccer ball out and his sun glasses! I can’t wait until he can go egg hunting next year!

 After Jayden’s basket, we headed to my mom’s for an early dinner. It was wonderful seeing the family and having a delicious meal. Jayden entertained us, especially with his multiple Easter outfit changes! (I tend to buy a multitude of holiday outfits!)

We want to wish everyone a happy Easter. We love all of you and hope you had a special day no matter where you were or what you did!