Becoming a Big Girl

Our Jackie Jacks is growing up too fast. I want it to stop... but not really. We are doing the best we can to soak up every ounce of this gals babydome, because it is just so stinkin fun. She loves to help around the house by putting away clean dishes and tupperware (and I try to get to the knives quickly before she reaches for those), at times she prefers to read to herself (and she knows her books), loves to throw trash away, and gets into her carseat completely by herself (schedule about 5 minutes or so for this process).
Just finished helping Daddy peel shells off hardboiled eggs. This pair made green deviled eggs for the St. Pat's party we attended Saturday.

I know, how many close up shots can I take of her. I can't help that I love this face, so therefore, everyone else must as well. :-) I was going to take a ton of pictures at the zoo last weekend, but my camera is on the fritz. I feel naked without it. Colin's taking it in today to see what button I pushed by mistake. So, until then, we are limited on good action shots.

Baby 2 is doing really great! He or she reminds me of their presence all of the time. This kiddo likes to squirm and I love it. We've made it to the 27 week mark, so we are soon bringing the second trimester to a close. Can't believe that! The baby should be about 2 lbs. and about 14 1/2 inches long. Still skinny as a rail and starting to fatten up. He or she may be able to open and close eyes now. It's so amazing knowing that all of this is taking place inside of me while we go on about our daily lives.

Jackie likes to kiss my belly and still thinks she has one growing inside of her as well. I'm so curious to know how she will do. The other day I picked up my nephew Jason and she ran over to me and lifted her arms and shouted, "My Mommy!" Just a preview, perhaps. :-)