Jake's latest and greatest....

So, lately Jake has really been catching on to things and copying things. At Stroller Strides the other day, he started copying us as we were stretching our arms at the end of class. And he is copying the monkey sounds, "ooh, ooh, ooh", when he sees monkeys. The best is that he is now saying hi...it sounds like, "Hi-ye!"..so cute, and then he waves. And when he waves it looks like he is "waxing on and waxing off" like Karate Kid. He also said, "green" the other night! He currently has 5 teeth and finally weighs over 20 lbs! Yay! Time for a "big boy" car seat. Phil is doing great with work and is very busy.I know he wishes he had more time for more of his adventure races and triathalons. Stroller Strides is going well...just looking forward to outdoor classes again! I'm going to get my Kickboxing and Spinning certifications in order to keep my exercise certification valid and might try to teach some classes at local gyms. Overall, the Deans are doing great and having fun!

Chrismas '09 in Florida

The Dean family made our annual "road trip" to Florida for Christmas. We had an awesome time with our families! Jake traveled so well in the car and handled it great. The dogs did great too! We went to the beach a number of times and Jake loved it. He kept walking right into the ocean with no fear. He also loved playing with the sand and chasing the seagulls. We got to visit our favorite Sarasota restaurant, "Philipi Creek" and enjoyed Oysters, Garlic Shrimp, Grouper sandwich and Coronas...the usual for the Truitt family. :) We also had a great time with the Deans and enjoyed the beach as well. We got to see the family for the Christmas party and that was wonderful. We spent Christmas eve and Christmas Day with the Dean's Grandparents and had a wonderful time. Jake really enjoyed the Chrismtas tree, climbing on the presents, his antlers, and especially, all of his new toys and books! He loves spending time with his family. Big thanks to Uncle Mike for letting us stay at his house and in his room. He is quite a guy. :) We stopped in Tallahassee on the way back, very early in the morning, and I got a picture in front of my old dorm, Gilchrist, and with the Bobby Bowden statue. We then stayed in Mississippi for New Years and were asleep by 10pm. Party on! We feel so blessed to have such an amazing family and the most beautiful boy, Jacob.

Family shot

We got to visit my brother and his girls in Orlando...loved his house on the lake and had an awesome time with the girls.

 

Cutie pie

What a handsome boy...

 

 

Cool shot of Jake

 

Family Feud Winner!

My Dad was the champion of the 1st "Family Feud" Fantasy Football league! It came down to my Dad against Phil for the championship...my Dad ended up with the trophy! Good job guys!

 

Bobby Bowden - LEGEND!

We stopped by the Florida State stadium very early in the morning and snuck a photo with the legend, Bobby Bowden.

 

 

 

Oh Christmas Tree!

Jake loved taking the ornaments off the Christmas tree.

 

Beach Fun!

 

Piano Man

Jake played piano with both Grandmas and even turned the pages of the music sheets!

 

FL Beach - chasing the birds

Jake was having a blast chasing the birds and walking in the water.

 

Christmas morning

Jake loved wearing the antlers and loved crawling on the box.

 

FL Beach

Jake appreciating the beauty of the ocean and the sunset...

 

We have a walker!!

Thanksgiving weekend, Jake started taking a couple steps and then would fall. Then on Monday, he was taking about 4 steps. Yesterday, he took about 10 steps and didn't even fall! Today, he is on a roll and is walking here and there and having a ball. We are so proud of him and so excited for him!

Beautiful snow

It snowed today and it was beautiful! I tried to take some pics of Jake in the snow but it was tough since it wasn't really sticking to the ground. But it was fun and we enjoyed it while it lasted!

More snow pics

Hiking

We have been eager to try out our hiking back pack thing with Jake and ventured out on a beautiful day for a hike! We didn't get to go to the trails we intended b/c of muddy conditions so ended up at a local park and "pretended" we were hiking. Jake did really well in the carrier!

Fun at Adrien's party

Our sweet friend, Adrien, had his second birthday party at a place called, Abbey's Play town. He had a blast! There was so much to do and so many friends to play with.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jake's 1st Pony ride

We were invited to Drake's 1st birthday party and Jake got to go on his first pony ride! He wasn't so crazy about it and it didn't last very long...but at least he tried!