Back to school

Yesterday was Andrew's 19th first day of school.  That's a lot!  And only 2 more (hopefully) until he's done.  I am so excited, although being in school isn't too bad.  At least he gets a stipend and the school pays for his tuition- it could be so much worse!

Yesterday Andrew, Jake, and Kyle hung out on the porch for awhile, enjoying the cooler weather, which lasted a few wonderful days.  I love fall.  I'm excited for it, although I'm definitely trying to soak up the last of the summer weather as well.  We're going to make another trip to the water park this weekend, after finding out it's now closed weekdays with school back in session.

Jake loves the water.  Bath time is his absolute favorite these days.

He also loves eating.  Starting really recently he gets mad when we eat things that look good to him but don't share.  Today I had PB&J for lunch and he about lost it.  He doesn't cry much, but that put him over the edge.  Poor little guy with just milk and some jars of mushed up fruits and veggies- at least he gets the puffs now too!

Jake also loves the mobile over his crib.  He about loses his mind every time we put him in his bed- he kicks and squeals with happiness.  And it's broken!  It has been since he was less than 2 months old.  It doesn't even spin.  I can't imagine how enthralled he would be with one that spun, let alone one of the fancy pants ones that lights up the ceiling.

Also within the past couple of days he's started smiling for the camera- and not just any smile, a huge cheesy grin with squinty eyes and all.  It's so funny that he's already learned that trick.  This evening Andrew was just holding the camera up and putting it down to see his expressions change.  We sure love this boy!