Bubbles!

This was Jacquelyn's first bubble experience. 

Mark enjoyed playing with the bubbles more than J. 

Best Mother's Day Ever!

For my first Mother's Day Mark and Jacquelyn had a special day planned.  They ordered up a rain free day and were were able to enjoy an amazing brunch, complete with Mimosas, at the Space Needle overlooking the beautiful sites of Seattle.  Jacquelyn was perfect as always and slept all the way through our meal and woke up right as the check came, just in time for photos.  Afterwards, we took Jacquelyn swimming for the first time at the YMCA indoor pool.  She was so cute in her her little swim suit splashing around.  Mark and I were so excited to learn that she loves the water and now we try to take her swimming every chance we get. 

Enjoying Brunch at Sky City the revolving restaurant at the top of the Space Needle.

Checking out the views from above and showing off her tongue.

Her hat was my failed attempt at an owl.  I made notes so I can improve upon the design for my next go round. 

I know you don't need a hat at an indoor pool but she had to wear it to complete the outfit.

This is my favorite picture of the day.

J had some wild hair after we finished at the pool.

Ready for School!

In answer to the question you are probably thinking .... No, the bow did not stay on long.

March for Babies 2011 | Seattle, WA

This year one of the big things we wanted to do as a family was to participate in a March of Dimes walk to celebrate the life of our precious Jacquelyn.  April 30th was a great day as we participated in the Seattle March for Babies.  Thanks to your support and generosity Team Eaton exceeded our goal raising $1,130 to have save other babies like ours.  No one is working harder than the March of Dimes to understand the causes of prematurity or to find prevention and treatments.  All the money we raised will be used to support the March of Dimes programs of research, advocacy and community service. 

Thank you again for your generous contributions to this wonderful cause.

Jacquelyn up early and ready for our 3.1 mile march through downtown Seattle

Team Eaton standing inside the Pavilion sporting our team shirts and waiting for the rain to stop so we could being our walk.

Jacquelyn standing next to her sign on Baby Blvd. Signs lined this walk way to remind walkers why there were there that day.

Team Eaton celebrating with a group picture after we cross the finish line!

J getting a taste of a victory hot dog.

J and Mark hanging out by the International Fountain at the Seattle Center

To celebrate the day we thought it would be a great idea to take Jacquelyn to the zoo.  Someone fell asleep while we waited in a long line to get in.  Here she is enjoying the flamingos. 

J woke up in time to see some elephants up close.  We plan on taking her back this summer so she can feed the giraffes. 

A Royal Affair

On April 29th, as the world tuned into the Royal Wedding, Jacquelyn participated in Princess Day at school to celebrate the special occasion.  Here she is all dolled up in her princess attire, crown and all.  She was the prettiest princess in the world that day. (Sorry if I am a little biased, I am her Mom)

Easter Sunday

This is one of the only pictures we have of Jacquelyn all dressed up on Easter Sunday.  J had other plans for her dress and made a huge mess however, she was a little angel during church and quietly sat listening to that morning's message.  After church we enjoyed a nice Easter brunch at Fat Burger, the great thing was there was no line. 

My Little Fashionista

Jacquelyn felt like dressing this outfit up a little so she did some accessorizing of her own (well maybe with a little help from her Uncle Bryan).