Lake v. Beach -- Lake Wins

Jake's had an exciting past few weeks. He had both is first trips to the lake and the ocean; he turned 6 months old; and he started daycare!

The Lake--Jake loved it! Well, at least he loved hanging out in the boat with mommy and daddy. He wasn't quite so sure about the water, but really enjoyed floating after he got used to it. We had the best time with him...despite the bumpy beginning to that particular lake trip. Let's just say that I won't be pulling the boat trailer in a crowded parking lot anytime soon!

The Ocean--I think Charleston was just too hot for my poor little guy. He's not a huge fan of sun anyway and even with a baby tent (Thanks Jen!), it was still a little much for him. He was a trooper though--he spent a couple hours on the beach and some more time at the pool. I'll definitely be signing us up for swim classes b/c he really enjoyed the pool.

6 months--Has it really been 6 months?

Daycare--I think this has been much harder on me then Jake. He is such a happy baby! He smiles when I drop him off in the morning and smiles when Andy picks him up. His teachers all comment on what a happy baby he is and how he just smiles all day long! That has helped alleviate my anxiety and mommy guilt. I am so lucky to have such a good baby. The only issue has been his schedule...I think he's still trying to get used to daycare and work out when he wants to eat, nap, sleep. I'm hoping he's not sleeping at noon today, b/c I'm hoping to pop in for a quick visit. Mom is picking him up today and keeping him overnight...I need to visit to avoid massive Jake withdrawals later tonight!

Well, I don't have the beach pictures uploaded yet, but here are some others from the lake:

He was very happy to get out of the life jacket and hang out on the boat deck for awhile!

He preferred just skimming the top of the water.

He sat and entertained up by jabbering and screeching for quite awhile!

His daddy was cracking him up!

He's starting to get the hang of a spoon.