FutureBaby

Siblings and Santa!

2011-12-20T10:44:00.002-05:00

Jacob's Christmas message from Santa

2011-12-14T09:39:00.003-05:00

http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/g_WE27kzIXEmB5ljGE_Qlfg

Beautiful baby girl arrived a while ago!

2011-08-02T10:19:00.002-04:00

merry christmas!

2010-12-15T21:28:00.001-05:00

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Jacob's message from Santa.

2010-12-10T11:47:00.001-05:00

http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/guest/Ddq4loL0CZdl-yJ3HIItLA

C is for cookie!

2010-12-02T22:11:00.003-05:00

Here's documentation of our attempt at Gingerbread Men. They were OK. At least it was funny. I think Jacob liked playing with the flour better than the dough, but that's probably good.

Shutterfly can help highlight those Christmas cuties in your life!

2010-12-02T20:49:00.004-05:00

I love pictures, sending Christmas cards and getting things done efficiently...So Shutterfly works for me. I've used Shutterfly's photocards several times in the last few years. Most notably for Jacob's birth announcements, but also consistently for Christmas Photo Cards. As the family expands, I know the most exciting part of the greetings are the photos that show our adventures through the year and just how big the little sugarbear is getting. If you're looking for Holiday Cards, there are tons. Perhaps Jacob can help me pick ours this year. The hardest part will be narrowing down the cute photos we have of him.
If you need some thought-starters, or you're ready to get those Christmas Cards ordered and mailed already, click on any of the hyper-linked words above. There are some really cute ones this year!

Shutterfly's current promo will get me 50 free photocards...wooohooooo!!
And if you post something on your blog about Shutterfly's recent blog promotion, then you get 50 FREE photocards too! Almost too easy.

One more thing to check off my list before baby sister arrives!! Yes!! Then it will be photo announcement time. :)
Hope to post more cute pics of Jake, perhaps a couple of this enormous baby sister belly I'm growing, and sending some warm holiday wished your way soon. Happy Ho Ho Ho!

Jake's new bed!

2010-08-20T22:31:00.004-04:00

He's too busy to help us carry the bed to his room.
It's happening. My sweet baby is getting big!
Wow!!
A final farewell to the crib.

Hello new bed! He placed all the animals VERY meticulously. The favorites were put close to "sleeping Elmo!!"
A bed skirt and cool new airplane blanket are on the way. He slept pretty well. We had to put him back in bed 3 times, but he fell asleep by 9. He did go pitter-patter down the hall this morning. I found him sitting on his tricycle in the dark living room. It was 5:45.
Maybe he'll just know tomorrow is Saturday. Please.

oh, and we're having another baby

2010-08-20T22:23:00.003-04:00

Presenting Futurebaby Girl Stone. She'll have a real name later.
Jacob will be a great big brother. See? Look how sweet he is to Koko:
He gets a little confused and calls this an 'anchor' even though he knows how Koko the Pirate ought to wear this eye patch. Obviously.

updates...

2010-08-20T22:02:00.005-04:00

It's almost as if that haircut really traumatized me into immobility here!
So Jacob turned two a while ago. :) He had a fabulous birthday.

Here are some other things we've been doing:
The Hiwassee River duck boat. He enjoyed most of it but still talks about how he cried in the yellow boat.
Home from the pool. He's getting pretty good in the water. He likes to hold onto the side and tell us to go away. Politely.

Oh me, oh my...oh, who's this guy???

2010-04-02T13:38:00.003-04:00

Jacob received a big-boy haircut today. He was great, I was pretty nervous. Where did my baby boy go??? I'll miss that goofy, moppy, floppy head of hair!

What is this??
He was so good, especially once he had the lollipop.
AFTER. Whoa. (He also received a replacement lollipop since the original collected a good bit of hair.)
Aw, see that. My baby's still there!!

Jacob is getting so big!

2010-03-26T23:11:00.003-04:00

Jake will be TWO in a month. Yikes! Birthday plans will be announced later, when I've made them. For now, here are some recent pictures.
He's been singing a few songs lately and repeats everything. He's so much fun!

Chattanooga's snowing!

2010-01-30T13:30:00.005-05:00

Jacob really liked snowballs!

He brought one inside to show Koey. Then Koey showed Jake how you eat a snowball. yummmm.

Miniature snowman. Or a snowball tower.

Fun, fun!

Halloween Part III

2009-11-07T21:10:00.002-05:00

Halloween Part II

2009-11-07T21:06:00.003-05:00

Halloween Part I

2009-11-07T21:01:00.003-05:00

First round of Halloween candy. Yummmmmmy!

Jacob and sweet cousin Elliott and Aunt Jessie came to visit for Halloween.

Jake loved Aunt Jessie's harmonica.

Our house reno

2009-09-21T20:04:00.003-04:00

So, I've been procrastinating on pictures of our new house. We bought a big fat renovation dream/nightmare in January. John is work, work, working on it all the time and we are oh so close to moving in...We have tons of pictures that i intended to label with helpful things like room names, before, progress, after but oh well. I will never get to it. So here's a bunch of pics. the pretty ones are the "afters" (or close to complete.) Have fun.
I'll try for some legit comparison shots later. Once we move, and my whole family lives in one house, with all our things. What a day that will be.

recent fun

2009-09-10T20:45:00.003-04:00

New sneakers!

Showing off his new skills.

Always delicious.

He was SO mad that he could not fit into the smaller dish he drug from the cabinet, but this 9 x 13 accomodated him just fine.

Jacob's Grandpa

2009-08-20T09:57:00.004-04:00

My Dad passed away on July 14, 2009. He was the World's Greatest Dad. It's indisputable. I know we all miss him very much. He taught me how to care about people, how to get things done, and mostly, how to be a great partner, person and parent. The daunting task at hand is to teach Jacob all of these things and make his Grandpa proud. Rick Stooksbury didn't get to be a Grandpa for long, but I have no doubt he was the World's Greatest.
I love you Daddio.

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Jacob and Buddy

2009-07-13T16:02:00.002-04:00

This is my parent's dog, Buddy. Very sweet and easy going. Perfect for a loud silly boy.

Jake the Builder

2009-07-03T23:28:00.004-04:00

Cool and delicious

2009-06-22T21:15:00.002-04:00

Jacob's found his new favorite little perch. And then he likes to remove everything from the door. Sometimes he puts it all back.

To infinity and beyond...

2009-05-28T20:32:00.005-04:00

He's so cool.
I'll continue the photos of the last month later. This was Monday. It was momentous! :)

photo recap of the last month

2009-05-27T20:36:00.002-04:00

Here's Jacob discovering his birthday slide (thanks Janie!!)

And laughing at Koey with Mamaw.

Jake and his Easter basket. He really liked it.

Astronaut baby!!

2009-05-15T09:47:00.002-04:00

I don't believe I signed a permission slip for this:

Apparently, Jacob visited space, perhaps the Moon or Mars, I'm not sure. He won't tell me. (This picture was sent home from daycare yesterday.)

Easter

2009-04-16T20:02:00.003-04:00

Silly

2009-04-16T18:07:00.002-04:00

Aunt Jessie's visit

2009-04-07T12:56:00.002-04:00

Aunt Jessie (and her baby belly) came to see Jake (and his big ole belly) on Sunday. He was very excited to hang out with her and future cousin Swan.
The weather was beautiful. He loved the swings, the slides, and crawling in the grass.

more playground fun.

2009-04-07T12:46:00.001-04:00

peek a boo!

2009-04-06T21:37:00.001-04:00

My favorite boy!!

2009-03-29T20:52:00.002-04:00

Jacob has been making a really hilarious schrunchy-nose face that cracks us up. See above. :) These photos are from our beautiful St. Patrick's Day at the playground. (He had a green shirt on but slobbered all over it and had to change. So we pinched him a little. )

Springtime, Part I

2009-03-16T10:13:00.000-04:00

so funny

2009-03-04T21:14:00.003-05:00

Don't be alarmed. It's just cranberry sauce. :)

Jake Houston Sweetcakes

2009-03-02T20:09:00.003-05:00

Jacob Houston is crawling

2009-02-16T22:48:00.003-05:00

Things are going well these days. Jacob is crawling and can also stand up in his crib. Most mornings he's either sitting up or standing looking out at his toys. He's so happy and hilarious.

He's continuing to try new foods. Apparently, he was given Cheetos at his Valentine Party and really enjoyed them. His little fingers were stained orange. I'm sure he will continue to like all the unhealthiest options.

We have given this kid three haircuts now. It's a hot mess but we love it.

And we love him. And we love our life as a family. Our hot mess family.

Perhaps I should discourage this behavior

2009-02-11T21:47:00.001-05:00

He just loves paper towels. Who wants to tell that sweet face "No."? Not this mommy!

Jacob visits his new house

2009-02-11T18:26:00.001-05:00

Eating in the driveway...
Taking his first nap in his future bedroom. He seemed to like it.

Yummy!

2009-02-02T21:51:00.004-05:00

Our little JakeyBaby wants to eat big people food. He's tried peas, carrots, broccoli, mashed potatoes, cranberries, chicken and dumplings, and some others... Most are well received, others not so much. The broccoli was especially funny.
He is just starting with the sippy cup also. He's having fun trying.

His new favorite toy. (thanks Angela!)

2009-01-30T22:32:00.001-05:00

9 month check-up

2009-01-29T18:12:00.003-05:00

It's been confirmed. Jacob's huge!!
9 month stats:
weight: 22 lbs 4 ounces
length: 29"
He is in the 75-80th percentile for both.

Happy Boy

2009-01-29T17:10:00.002-05:00

snuggling.

2009-01-29T17:08:00.000-05:00

Fun with Grandpa

2009-01-25T23:11:00.001-05:00

A little Jacob fun

2009-01-25T22:57:00.003-05:00

Most of these photos are several weeks old. Sorry for the lapse...
We've purchased a new home that's requiring a lot of work prior to move-in. And my memory cards have been full.
Hopefully we can resume cute photos of the cutie once again. Enjoy.

sweetiepie

2009-01-16T22:26:00.004-05:00

Reindeer Fun

2008-12-28T20:52:00.002-05:00

Here's Jacob with Uncle Kevin. I'm pretty sure these antlers are for cats but they were a perfect fit. He didn't hardly mind.

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-23T18:05:00.002-05:00

A Dancing Baby!!!

2008-12-20T21:54:00.001-05:00

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All I want for Christmas...

2008-12-14T22:28:00.002-05:00

Jacob had his eyes on the jolly fella.

And then they were friends. We should get the professional images later this week.

The best baby in town

2008-12-14T22:02:00.001-05:00

December

2008-12-14T21:25:00.003-05:00

We went on a cruise the first week of December. We had a great time and took tons of Jacob photos. However, I need to make a little slideshow of the best few. I'm too busy for all that now so we are skipping ahead.
We'll catch up later. Happy December.

Happy late Thanksgiving

2008-12-13T23:29:00.008-05:00

Jacob enjoyed his first Thanksgiving. Thanks to Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Jessie and Uncle Scott for visiting with us!

Precious meets crappy video quality

2008-11-21T11:05:00.001-05:00

Silly Baby

2008-11-15T23:12:00.001-05:00

weekend fun time

2008-11-15T23:05:00.004-05:00

He is amazed by Daddy.

It seems like our clothes usually coordinate. I promise it isn't intentional.

swing

2008-11-15T23:00:00.003-05:00

Daddy hung Jacob's swing. He's very interested in chewing on the blue ropes. Photo proof later...

Early November

2008-11-15T22:56:00.002-05:00

He's showing off those two little teeth.

Halloween

2008-11-01T23:17:00.003-04:00

You know all that stuff about letting your voices be heard? Um, we were just kidding. But whhoooooo can really argue with this face?

We still appreciate the input. What a turn out. Now go vote for real. See you there Tuesday.

Pumpkins

2008-11-01T22:37:00.003-04:00

I'm not sure how impressed Jacob was with the pumpkins. At least he thought the mulch was cool.

A visit to the country (Dayton)

2008-11-01T22:30:00.003-04:00

Flirty Baby

2008-11-01T22:28:00.002-04:00

Nap with Grandad

2008-11-01T22:27:00.000-04:00

Showin' the TX love

2008-10-19T23:11:00.004-04:00

Thanks to Uncle Kevin and Aunt Keri for the onsie. It finally fits!!

Yummy Feet

2008-10-19T23:02:00.002-04:00

Jacob managed to chew on his toes finally this week. I didn't get the camera fast enough but I'm sure there will be a repeat performance or two.

Happy Birthday Grandpa!!!

2008-10-14T09:18:00.003-04:00

Sorry Jacob is not there to party with you today! Hope it's a good b-day anyway. (Love you Dad.)
Here's Jacob and his Grandpa Rick. Some people say they look alike. The hat helps. :)

Clarification for the voters

2008-10-13T12:10:00.004-04:00

Here's a few helpful images for our Halloween voters. You will just have to use your imagination for Donald Trump. Sort of like the kid below only cuter, smaller and with more accurate hair...

Lobster:

Monkey:
Owl:

Paws in the Park

2008-10-12T21:29:00.006-04:00

We spent a portion of today dedicated to our doggy! Paws in the Park is an annual fundraiser for our local humane society. We usually create a donation webpage for Koey but her social calendar has taken a back seat to her baby brother. She understands though! And she had so mcuh fun.

This photo was taken at the end of the event. He and Koey were both worn out.

Check it.

2008-10-12T21:11:00.002-04:00

Jacob needs a fun Halloween costume but his Mommy and Daddy can't decide... So we want to hear from his faithful fans. See the new poll on the right side. Do it! And hurry. We still have to find the time to purchase/pull it together. He'll look so cute no matter what.

LOVING Peas!

2008-10-10T23:54:00.002-04:00

Jacob!!

2008-10-07T22:11:00.002-04:00

watching the tube (a.k.a. his crib soother)
Bubbles!

(he doesn't really eat bugs. not yet anyway.)

this past weekend

2008-10-07T20:52:00.005-04:00

the family!What a handsome little fella.

Look at him trying to figure it all out. He's so intrigued.

HATING Green Beans

2008-10-07T20:39:00.004-04:00

We really didn't torture him for long. And he has since eaten Peas with much better results.

More of Ktown

2008-10-07T20:36:00.003-04:00

Busy Little Bee

2008-10-07T18:52:00.004-04:00

We've been busy since the last post...Jacob and Mommy spent some time in Knoxville, tearing up the town (and missing Daddy.) He was able to see the gloriousness that is the Sunshpere. It's very near and dear to Mommy's heart. :)

Jacob skipped several days of daycare to hang out with his favorite babysitters. Guess who? HIS GRANDPARENTS! (Many Thanks!!!!) He had tons of fun. See photos for confirmations.Helping sort the mail.
He's the king of the...Sunsphere!!
QT with Uncle Scott

Aunt Jessie

first feeding 9/22/08

2008-09-25T22:39:00.002-04:00

Jacob and Janie, BFFFs :)

2008-09-25T22:33:00.002-04:00

Tybee Island, Part II

2008-09-25T22:06:00.001-04:00

Tybee Island, Part I

2008-09-25T21:22:00.002-04:00

We went to Tybee Island last weekend to celebrate Mamaw Sue's @% th Birthday! :) Grandad Walter made sure it was a surprise. Jacob got to hang out with Aunt Katie for the longest car ride ever (so far). He also met Aunt Tammie and Uncle Chris and of course his cute cousins. It was a busy weekend for the little guy.
See Slideshow!

Jacob sweetcakes Houston, 4 1/2 months

2008-09-25T20:26:00.001-04:00

go vols

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our talented family!

2008-09-12T21:58:00.001-04:00

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fun with Aunt Katie

2008-09-10T21:00:00.003-04:00

This picture is cracking me up. He looks like he just completed a little song and dance. I promise he doesn't know how to tapdance.

Laughing and things!

2008-09-10T20:39:00.003-04:00

I know the lighting is terrible but Jacob is just so cute it doesn't even matter.

Jacob Stats: 4 months

2008-08-29T21:20:00.003-04:00

Jacob had his 4m dr. visit this week. Another round of immunizations handled like a champ.
At 4 months:

Jacob is 15.1 pounds, and that is
at the 41th percentile for weight.

and 26.5 inches, and that is
at the 87th percentile for height.

(so says a fancy website calculator)

Almost football time for sweetpea (and his daddy)

2008-08-29T20:28:00.004-04:00

reason # 56,236,285 why jacob is awesome

2008-08-29T19:05:00.001-04:00

Hair on Saturday:
Hair on Sunday:

baby love

2008-08-25T22:22:00.004-04:00

Jacob is more fun than ever. We sure do love this laughing, smiley baby of ours. And he loves us too!

haapppppyyyyyy!

2008-08-09T11:22:00.003-04:00

Learning and other baby stuff

2008-08-05T20:08:00.001-04:00

This hair is unstoppable!

2008-08-04T22:05:00.001-04:00

more sleeping

2008-07-23T15:26:00.001-04:00

Success

2008-07-23T15:23:00.001-04:00

This kid has been searching for his thumb for awhile now...

playing with Jacob

2008-07-23T15:15:00.002-04:00

So funny

2008-07-15T16:16:00.002-04:00

Here's Jacob and his new awesome chair. You think he likes it??

fancy shots

2008-07-10T21:04:00.004-04:00

Jacob had some professional photos taken June 21st. Unfortunately, he was only happy the first hour of the wait. I have no idea how they were able to get any good ones. Here's a few:

And this one is just for fun. Poor Jacob.

There's a new sheriff in town

2008-07-06T12:27:00.003-04:00

These feet are the law of the land (our land anyway).

Fun with Mamaw Sue

2008-07-06T12:13:00.003-04:00

He looks like he is trying to decide who to fire today.. Hmmm...So much power.

Fun with grandma Tam

2008-07-06T12:01:00.002-04:00

cuteness x two

2008-07-06T11:42:00.004-04:00

Jacob met one of his lady-friends last week and he might be in love. :) Sweet Payton could teach him a lot about the ways of the world (sitting up, crawling, etc.)
Aren't they cute together?

smiley baby

2008-06-28T13:04:00.004-04:00

These were taken a week or so ago...