Saturdays, we have tried to get out of the house and do things. Last Saturday we got lunch and went to the mall. Yesterday, we got some lunch and headed to the park. Jameson loved showing his dad all the toys at the park. Then, the boys ran across the lawn to the trees on the far side. I finally caught up, and we decided to take some of the trails. There were a few different hiking trails (they are all flat, no worries about hiking while being 36 weeks), but we stuck to the ones that led straight through. I had an idea of where they headed .

Here are some of us on the trail…

   

And guess what? I was right! The trail led to…

   

The temple! The sun was directly behind us, so the pictures didn’t turn out, but you get the idea.

We took our time getting back. Jameson found some sticks and had to investigate every tree.

                 

Jameson was playing hide and seek behind the trees…

   

We had a fun time exploring. Jameson was out within 5 minutes of being in the car. He fell asleep with his string cheese in his mouth. We spent the rest of the day relaxing. These pictures also show how large my tummy is getting which is also getting heavy. So after this walk, I was done for the day.

The rest of the day wasn’t a total waste. I did get “Jameson’s letters” to his grandparents made, written, and addressed. Now I just have to get them to the mailbox. So if any grandparents are reading this, look for your letters in the next week.

(Explanation of the letters for those who don’t know: Once Jameson was born, I wanted to keep our family updated on his happenings. That’s when we started our blog. But not all the grandparents know how to use the internet, or even have the internet. I was trying to think of a way to keep them all connected to our family. I have always been really close with my grandparents, and wanted them to know Jameson. Most of the grandparents live far away, so I came up with sending letters the old fashion way… through the mail. I didn’t want to just send a brag letter from me, though. So, instead, I send a letter from Jameson’s point of view. I also include pictures so they can see the things he’s doing or how he’s changing. The first year of his life, I sent a letter every month, since they change so much that first year. Now, they get a letter every couple months. I also keep one copy and save it for his baby book. It also helps me document his mile stones and what he’s up to. )

Here is an example of a letter. This is from May 2008 when Jameson was about 6 months old.

This month I have been doing so many things. At my 6 month check up I was 19.5 lbs (75-95%), 27 ½ inches (95^th%), and my head is 17 inches (25-50%). Mom told the doctor how I roll all over and he said great! Then she told him that I can sit up for a good amount of time before falling over and that I can scoot using my hands, elbow, and toes. The doctor said that’s incredible! He said I should not be doing that yet and that I am super strong! Then the nurse gave me my shots so I kicked her. The nurse said I tried to use self defense and she would have to remember that for next time. 

                This month I took my first private plane ride! I did really good till the landing then I threw up all down mom’s front. She didn’t like that very much but my aunts and uncles thought it was funny. I also went to the lake for the first time. The water was cold, which I didn’t like, and I couldn’t get the sand to stay in my hand! I had a fun time, though. Dad always comes home from work to play with me. He makes me giggle and laugh. Mom and Dad sure do have fun playing with me!

                                                                Love,

                                                                  Jameson

Anyway. Just thought I would share, and show that the rest of the night was not a complete waste.