Training Camp

I think Jacob is discovering his true passion in life and his future profession. As the weather has been warmer outside, we have been spending quite a bit more time out of doors. Brad has been taking Jacob on his runs again and Jacob sure enjoys it. The only problem comes when we're just on a walk and Jacob is in the stroller, he thinks Dad should still be running and yells the whole time, "Run, Daddy, run!" until Brad finally gives in. If you're ever in our neighborhood and see us on a walk, you'll notice that the boys are way out in front of me.

Jacob's newest endurance test was created recently. Here's a little clip of Brad and Jacob in our backyard.



The funniest part is that when this was done, Jacob gave Brad the little poles and told him to take a turn, but when Brad would tell him to run the conversation would go like this:

Brad: On your marks, get set, run over there! (Pointing toward the chain link fence and where Brandi - the dog - was barking)
Jacob: I can't, I'm afraid of Brandi.
Brad: Okay, on your marks, get set, run over there! (Pointing towards the privacy fence that was pretty close by)
Jacob: I can't, there's a fence.
Brad: This doesn't seem quite fair...

Isn't that the way life goes? By the way, Dad, better be prepared when you visit to have to race Brad to Jacob shouting out directions! Jacob's sure to have Brad in shape by this summer!

New Poll

I've appreciated everyone's participation in our baby name poll so far. It helped us eliminate some of the names and made us think maybe we should investigate others. So, if you're all up for it, I've put a NEW poll to the side with one of the original names and a couple of new ones. Please vote, time is running out and I still don't know what to name this little guy! Here are the choices:

Trenton
Mason
Devin/Devon

If you choose Devin/Devon, please leave in the comments which way you would spell it. Thanks so much for your help! Hopefully in the next month we'll have a name chosen when this little guy enters the world. And if it helps, the middle name will be Wade.

Skillz

We had our Ward's annual talent show on Friday night. Brad was asked to play in a band with three other guys. He had such a great time going to practices and playing last night. It makes Brad look forward to living by his brothers again so they can get together and play every now and then. He's actually hoping to buy a house that will allow him to have his own band room...we'll see if that happens.

Brad & his band...named "More Cow Bell"

A still photo of Jacob dancing

And for your viewing pleasure, turn your head to the side and watch this boy DANCE!