Winter is Here--Or so it feels!

Christmas gift from Uncle Andy & Aunt Shannon

Since Thanksgiving, we have been busy shopping, playing, visiting, decorating, baking, and so much more.

Last weekend we went out for Grandpa's 50th Birthday. We went to the Beef House in Covington. Lincoln sat between Uncle Andy and Aunt Shannon, and I know you won't believe me when I tell you, but Lincoln had a lot to eat. He had vegetables, bread, and I believe 3/4s of Aunt Shannon' broccoli soup. He really enjoyed himself! We then went to stay the night with Uncle Andy's house. They have a brand new house, it is really nice. Uncle Andy wanted to take a bath with Lincoln, but Lincoln wasn't so sure--Uncle Andy got the water ready, got his swim trunks on and was super excited--but Lincoln just didn't know what to think. He ended up taking a bath by himself in the really big bath tub. It was just the week before tht Lincoln started taking a bath in the big tub, he does really well--and has so much more room to move (we used to give hime a bath in is baby tub, inside the big tub--lets just say it was getting tight, not enough room to play).

This past week we did some more shopping, spent some time at home playing, and baking. Yesterday (Sat. Dec. 12th) we went to lunch with Clay, went to the tree farm (that is close to our house, just to see what they had--maybe next year we will actually get a real tree--we decorated ours the Sunday after Thanksgiving). Later in the evening we went to the mall to see------ SANTA!

Lincoln just stared at him, he studies everything now-- it is great to see him learning. And tonight we went to Daddy's staff Christmas party-- we had a great time.

1st Thanksgiving

Yay, it is time to eat!

Lincoln With Uncle Andy

Wow, this is crazy. It has been almost a month since we last blogged. It is very busy at the Pickett household this time of year, as I am sure it is for everyone.

Lincoln is going to be celebrating his first Christmas very soon, as he just celebrated his first Thanksgiving a few weeks ago-- what a busy time that was. He was able to play with all of his second cousins (or third) which ever way you look at it. He got to eat a couple of new foods, get up at 4 the next morning and hang out with Grandad, while his nutty parents went shopping. And to top that off he went shopping with us later that afternoon (instead of going to a movie as we usually do, we changed it up a little this year, as Lincoln gets older we will start going to see something that he likes).

On the Saturday after Thanksgiving Lincoln and Daddy went to Grandad's house to help decorate for Christmas--I am sure he had a wonderful time. I wish I could have been there--but I was sick.

Lincoln Thaddeus

Good morning/afternoon, whenever this gets posted. It is almost noon time, which means it is almost time to get some lunch. We have had a pretty packed week this week.

Lincoln went to the doctor on Monday to get his ears rechecked--and the infection is GONE, YAHOO!! He is now on medicine to help with the drainage that is still in his middle ear-that can likely cause another infection (we pray that the infection stays away).

We collected shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child on Tuesday night, so Lincoln enjoyed crawling around the church building, as well as climbing up some stairs (which was very impressive). I wish I had my camera--I will never forget how quickly he climbed them, I think he would have went all the way to the top, if i hadn't stopped him.

Thursday night was a night with the sitter (Miss Bailey herself). Brock brought her home after work, so we could get to the show on time (The Lion King). Lincoln didn't really seem to interested in Mommy or Daddy at this point--as soon as he saw Bailey he got very excited.

Today is just a relaxing day, as well as tomorrow (we love those types of weekends around here), or at least Mommy does.

Halloween and more!

Playing at home in my toy box.

Visiting with Grandad!

Lincoln as Charlie Brown.


Good day! It is so beautiful outside today, with the crisp air and the beautiful sunshine. We just love the fall at the Pickett household.

Lincoln has been up to quite a bit in the last week or so. We went trick or treating on Halloween, to a few places anyway. We got home Friday night, had some dinner (Lincoln did anyway), changed him into his costume and we were off. We went to Miss Joey's house (that is Lincoln's sitter), to Sonya and Brian's , then we were off. We headed north (what we like to call north), to see Grandad, Uncle Brett, Aunt Mooch, Abby, Emma, and Uncle Kyle. That may seem like a lot of stops, but it was only one, which made it nice. We then went to the Fischer's house (our old neighbors and friends), but they weren't home--we hope to see them soon.

And by this time Lincoln was getting a bit fussy, so we headed to Grandad's to stay the night. We really enjoyed our visit with Grandad, and the rest of the family. We got up, and Daddy made omelets for breakfast, Grandad made chili for lunch--we played, took a short nap and visited some more. We headed home around 4 or so, and went to church service--where Lincoln did an excellant job!!!

On Sunday we went to church for a little while with Daddy, while Mommy taught the older kiddos, and then we headed home to meet Uncle Kyle. We then went to IKEA in Cinncinnati. We had a great time!!!!! It was Lincoln's 3rd trip to IKEA, isn't that crazy?

Later on Sunday, Lincoln got pretty cranky, which is out of the normal for him. I thought it was because of the time change (fall back), and I am sure it had something to do with it. But we found out on Monday that Lincoln had an ear infection. I took the day off with him, and we went to see Dr. Todd. Lincoln got the yummy medicine to take for the infection, and some ear drops for pain. You would have never known, except for the tugging of the ears and the fussiness the night before, that he was even sick. He is such an awesome little boy, of course he does have Brock and my genes (ha ha).

The rest of the week was as normal, we visited with Granpa and Grams at their house, had small group and played with friend, spent time playing with George, and well that is about it. By the way, Mom, Lincoln loves the beach ball you gave to him to play with here.

Well I guess I better get busy with some house work, since Lincoln is napping. Have a great week!!!

Happy Halloween Eve

Good evening friends and family. We had a wonderful evening tonight. We have had a great week!! We have been to the grocery store, Bible study, out to eat at Zwanzigz, and tonight we went to a pumpkin patch to get Lincoln a pumpkin to carve. Many of you may be thinking--the night before is late to be carving a pumpkin-well we would have to disagree.

We had a great time this evening. We got home, played, had dinner, Lincoln took a nap, and then, wait for it--------we carved out a pumpkin.

Talk to you all in the next couple of days with pics from Halloween.

9 Months Already

WHAT A HAPPY BOY (TAKEN THIS MORNING AT 7:30)

Well, I am trying to do a better job at updating Lincoln's blog, so here is another.

It has been a great week, a lot better than last week when Brock was sick. Monday night Lincoln and I went to the grocery store together. He was great, I will tell you though, it is a lot different going to the store without Brock. Brock always does a wonderful, marvelous job of entertaining Lincoln when we grocery shop (or do any other type of shopping). He is awesome!!!

Lincoln enjoyed time playing with his friends at small group this week, he had a couple of weeks when we first started sending him upstairs with the other kids (so we could have our study) that he didn't want to stay. But the past couple of weeks he seems to have really enjoyed himself. :)

Lincoln love to pull up on Everything! He is in his first Halloween outfit.

Grandpa and Grams came to visit one night this week, and we had pancakes, bacon, and eggs for dinner. Lincoln relished in some pancake eating for the first time. He really seemed to like them.

We went shopping for Christmas one night-- and on Friday we went to see a new baby. Our friends Kevin and Sarah Cherry had their baby on Thursday. So we went to visit them at the hospital. Lincoln did well, it really didn't seem to phase him, of course there were other friends visiting, so Lincoln was preoccupied.

We also enjoyed dinner out with Uncle Brett and Aunt Mooch at Red Lobster. It was a blast, a great visit. Last weekend we spent time with them as well, a wiener roast at Grandad's. And Uncle Brett bought Lincoln a pumpkin to carve. So he cleaned out and carved his first pumpkin, he did a great job!

We hope you all had a great week!!!

Big Boy!!!

Our baby is getting so big. He is such a little man sometimes. He is talking up a storm, making fun little noises. He scrunches his little nose and says Da da with a raspy little voice. It is the funniest thing to listen to, Brock and I just laugh.

Last night was Lincoln's last swim lesson for this season. He absolutely loved every week. Last night and the first night were probably two of the best. Last night he played with another little boy in the pool. They shared pool toys, talked to one another, and really had a great time. Last night was also a night of splashing, kicking, and Lincoln went under for the very first time. He did wonderful.


We have been extremely busy almost every night for the past month. Two weeks ago, Lincoln stayed with his Grandad overnight, while Brock and I went out for our anniversary. He had a wonderful time. Last weekend we went out to Mike and Page's to stay over night, and Lincoln spent the next day with Grandpa and Grandma.

We have been to the orchard to pick out apples, Emma's birthday party/ swim party, Grandpa's flight lesson in Greenwood, among other things. We have a great time together.

We have quite few pictures to post, so enjoy seeing how our young baby boy is growing.

Our Little Fish

Good evening, morning, afternoon, or whenever you are reading this. We are currently watching the Red Sox play--our friend Justin Masterson is pitching. We put Lincoln to bed about an hour ago. He was ready for bed at 800 but he likes to fight sleep some nights. He had a busy day today.

After spending the day with Miss Joey and going with her on her errands, he got the opportunity to go swimming. He had a blast. We signed him up last week for swim lessons. Brock found them at the exact right time. Lincoln got in the hot tub at Grandpa and Gram's house last weekend, and the pool at Miss Joey's one night after work-- and he loved it. So it just made since to sign him up for these lessons.

We arrived at the pool, changed and we hopped right in. The instructor arrive a little late, but that didn't matter, Lincoln kicked, splashed, shot the basketball, laughed, floated, and all sorts of things. Tonight was a night to get used to to water--well lets just say He Is Used To It!!!! He really enjoyed himself, even after swallowing the water a couple of times, he just kept on swimming. He really surprised himself when he would splash the water up in his face-- it was great-- he even got me a couple of times.

We had pictures taken of Lincoln last week, so be sure to look for those. Family and friends we will get copies to you asap. Talk to you soon!

Fall is Just Around the Corner

I keep thinking that today I am going to blog, and in the next couple days do the same, but it never happens.

We are doing great. Lincoln is doing wonderful. He started going to a new sitter on August 11th. She is wonderful. He really seems to enjoy going to her house every morning of the week. She goes on walks with him, takes him outside to enjoy what God has blessed us with. Her grandaughters come over about every day after school, to visit her and play with Lincoln. We feel blessed to have her watching Lincoln.

The past month has been a month of learning to crawl, starting to pull up, saying ma ma, and da da, among many other wonderful things. He loves to suck in his top lip, which is quite funny. He is also starting to blow raspberries again. He went through time when he did it early on, but hadn't for a while.

When we go to put Lincoln in his car seat he isn't the biggest fan anymore. Once he is in, he is okay, but sometimes getting him in is a treat (he likes to arch his back, which makes putting him in very difficult). He also seems to have found that he likes to shake his head 'no', especially when you go to put him in is seat.

Lincoln is doing extremely well with eating his big boy food. He has been eating mac n cheese, ham and veggies, mixed veggies, apples and chicken, broccoli and chicken, just to name a few. Now of course they are the baby food jar mixes, but he is doing very well with them. We sit together as a family to eat, which I absolutely love. Last evening we finished feeding him and gave him food on his tray, boy did he love that.

WHAT FUN!!!!!

This has been a month of fair going as well. We went to the State Fair with Mike and Page, and Lincoln stayed with his Uncle Brett, Aunt Amy, and the girls. He had a wonderful day with them. We went again the next week, and took Lincoln with us. We spent time in the horse barn, watching horse shows, and going around the fair grounds once. He was very well behaved-- took his nap, played with Grandad, looked at the animals (he doesn't seem as interested in them, unless they are moving).

Last night we gave Lincoln a bath, but it was a little different than normal. I put my suit on, and got in the big tub with him. It was load of fun. He really seemed to enjoy being out of his little tub.

He Loves Rubber Ducky

Well I know there is so many other things to tell you all about our little man, and what we have been up to. I will have to make that a seperate blog. I will do my best to blog a little sooner. Lincoln is constantly moving now, so when we get a free moment we will be sure to blog. Talk to you all later! Here are a few more pictures for you to check out---

Lincoln and George Checking things out

Lincoln is Six Months

It has been a month since we last blogged, or close to it. I am sitting right now watching Lincoln rock on his knees and hands, he is so close to that first crawl. He gets around by scooting on his head and rolling--scooting on his head is so fun to watch, I will try to get video of it soon.

We had Lincoln's six month check up this past Thursday. We found out that he weighs 16 pounds 6.5 ounces. He is 26 inches long. He is getting so big so fast. Every day is a new adventure with him. We went today to meet his new sitter, which we are very delighted with. We just pray that she works out great for Lincoln, because that is most important.

This past month we have been busy with doing yard work (it looks so much better, or at least we think so), going to visit with family, going to the county fairs, and just enjoying our play time. Today was the first day for Lincoln to sit in his highchair. We had been feeding him in his bouncer seat, which has worked wonderfully (thanks Steph). Today we decided we would attempt the highchair, and believe it or not he did a wonderful job!!!!

Well I think he is getting pretty sleepy, and should have already been down for a nap, but you all know how that goes. We will talk to you all soon!

Happy Independence Day!!!

We have been very busy these past couple of weekends. I am not sure if Lincoln really knows what to think. He has had the, what I believe, the two busiest weekends of his life (probably not, but it sure seemed like it).

Last weekend we left Columbus on Friday afternoon, and headed up to Monrovia to take Lincoln to my Grandpa and Grams house. They watched him while we went to the big "Hazelwood Fish Fry" which we didn't end up going to, because of the nasty weather (we decided to go to Squealers instead--what a good choice that was).













We stayed the night at Grandpa and Grams house for the first time since having Lincoln. The next day was cousin Lindsey's wedding. What a beautiful backyard wedding. I believe that was the first wedding Lincoln had been to--he behaved extremely well.

We all ended up going to the Fish Fry Sat. evening instead (we just couldn't miss it). So since we go home so late from it, we stayed with Mom and Dad, and got up extremely early to come back to Columbus (Brock had to run sound at church).

Well that was just last weekend-- I am sure you can't imagine what this past weekend was like. Well..... it was a a blast. Fireworks---Horses---Playing the Wi-- and so on and so forth.

You will see pictures of Lincoln spending time with his Grandpa, Grams, Grandad, Uncle Andy, Uncle Brett, Aunt Amy, the girls, and of course the horses that belong to friends in Illinois (they aren't all pictured, but they were there). What a wonderful weekend we had.

We miss so many of you--and hope to see you soon.

Hapy Summer!!!!!

Hello family and friends. It has been entirely tooooo long since we last blogged. I told myself that we would do it every week (at least), well as you can tell that didn't happen. We are very busy it seems. We along with the rest of the world, right.

Well these past few weeks have been a lot of fun. Life at the Pickett household changes every day. We are busy raising such a wonderful little boy. Lincoln will be 5 months old tomorrow--wow. You always hear about babies being babies for a short period of time-- well in our case they are correct. Lincoln continues to roll over-- he enjoys playing on his stomach these days, and chewing on his toes (or anything he gets a hold of). He is also starting to pull his legs up to a crawling position (so he is working on that, and I know it won't be long).

A few weeks ago Lincoln started eating cereal, as well as baby food (fruits and veggies). A few people would question us about it (is it too early for that?). Well the doctor told us it was okay, so we tried it. And Lincoln is doing well with it. He really enjoys most of the fruits and veggies. I think his favorite fruit is the pears, and his favorite vegetable is the carrots. He ate a full jar of both of those the first time he tried them. I never will forget when he tried peas for the first time. Lets just say he isn't a big fan.

Well, other big news since we last wrote. We survived the flood. I am sure most of you heard about it. We were blessed with no damage or any water in our neighborhood (it was all so strange how it happened and such). It was new for all three of us, being that Brock and I never lived near a big river or body of water that had capability of flooding. We do pray for those that lost their belongings or loved ones in the flood and ask that you do the same.

Well I think that is enough writing for now. Take care, and talk to you all soon (before a month hopefully).

What a Sweetheart

I know that you all will agree with the title. Lincoln just amazes me more every day!!! I fall in love with him more and more. He makes me the happiest Mommy ever, I know I am being mushy, but I just can't help myself.

Today was a long day. We spent the day at the Ranson household. They had a big yard sale, so we decided to put some items in it. We arrived at their house around 7:30am and didn't arrive back home until about 7:00pm. What a day, what a beautiful day.

When we got home Lincoln spent time in just his diaper playing on his big blanket. He started on his back and rolled over and moved all over the place--it is crazy how mobile he is becoming. After a while he got real sleepy, so he took a 45 minute nap (after having a 3 hour nap this afternoon), which really surprised me.

We have hit another milestone today. Lincoln is 4 months old--eating cereal, rolling over, talking a ton, and so much more. Tomorrow is a big day as well. We will be going to visit with family, watching the race, and eating some good food.

God Bless each of you. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

Our Precious Boy

Howdy friends. Today was such a wet, yucky day, but we survived. We have been so busy as a family. We have been shopping for plants, mowing the lawn, cleaning up the yard, going to Bible study, visiting with family, spending time with friends, playing, playing, and playing some more. Today we came home and had Lincoln practice his rolling over. He rolled over again the other day while he was at the sitters--but still hasn't done it for us yet (patience, we know).

Lincoln is quickly growing out of his 0-3 month clothes, and looking more like a little boy every day.. we all know he has always been a little boy... but now he is looking so much older. I am not sure I am ready for that.. but I guess it is bound to happen.

On April 27th Lincoln spent the first night in his crib. He has been sleeping in the bassinet, in our room. It was a big milestone for each of us--and he did a fabulous job!!! We are sooo pleased with how well he is doing.

This weekend is Mother's Day as many of you know and will be celebrating yourselves. We will have the joy of dedicating our little man to the the Lord. What a big day!!!! I will post pictures once we have them. All you mother's out there have a splendid day on Sunday.

First Walk

What a beautiful day it has been! God is so good. Lincoln is now 12 weeks old, and we finally were able to get him out for a walk in his stroller (the four of us--including George). Lincoln did extremely well. He really seemed to enjoy himself, smiling, drooling, kicking, and talking. I just wish I would have gotten a picture of him, I was thinking of it when we were walking, but by time we got back to the house, I forgot.

Lincoln went to Abbi's today for the morning, and spent the afternoon with Brock. The past couple of Friday's Lincoln has spent the afternoon with Daddy. He really seems to enjoy his Daddy--he just stares at him and follows him with his eyes. I think it is the coolest thing.

The picture that is with this blog is one from yesterday. We laid Lincoln down to play on the floor, and George decided he wanted to join in on the fun. Nobody wants to be left out, even the dog sometimes.