Jack is 11 months!

11 Months with his new Bearcat buddy

Jack is only one short month away from his first birthday!  He's been taking it easy this month, possibly just gearing up for big changes in the weeks ahead.  Jack remains content and joyful -- two things that have kept him from having an urge to crawl.  Like I said last month, I'm not rushing things or feeling anxious.  I know he'll get it soon enough. But for now he's a happy little guy that sees no problem staying in one place.  

One of Jack's favorite things to do right now is play with his Weeble Wobbles.  A kind neighbor gave us a few great Weeble toys that no longer interested her kids.  Thank you Lori!  They are the perfect size for his little hands and they have provided hours of entertainment. 

Weebles wobble but they don't fall down!

Another of Jack's current pastimes is taking off his socks.  

He's almost got it!

Jack has recently become interested in sorting and moving objects.  Here's my attempt at keeping his little hands busy.

Sorting Cheerios

Helping me put the mushrooms in a paper bag

Checking his work

Jack's first tooth popped up today -- yes, his first tooth.  What can I say?  He's a laid back kid.  

I tried to get a picture of his tooth but only got gums.  I guess the tooth is just too small to show up in pictures.  Here's my best attempt at recording this momentous event and one shot of Jack refusing to pose for any more shots.

I've got a tooth!

Nope.  I'm not opening my mouth again.

Jack's eleven month onesie is from Jacob's alma mater - University of Cincinnati.  This weekend is UC's homecoming and we'll be cheering them on as they play Louisville.  We might even try to make it down to Clifton for the parade.  Pictures to follow...