Jack: 4 Weeks With Us

There will be more medical/developmental reports when I have time to write them up, but for now, a general "settling in" post. 

Jack is still feeling kind of yucky, between his cold and his ear infection.  His symptoms were fewer today, but he just seemed kind of "off".  He wanted to be held a lot and didn't want me out of his sight.  These aren't bad things to occur in an adopted child.  It is a good thing that he is seeking me out for comfort.  It is a wonderful thing.

Today during his naptime and tonight at bedtime, I laid down with him.  He would first lie down next to me, and then he would sit up and rearrange himself on top of me.  Then, he would raise his head up, give me a big open-mouthed kiss, and then lay his head back on my chest.  Over and over he did this.  I think part of it is him learning to imitate me.  Not that I give him open-mouthed kisses, mind:) But I do lean down and give him kisses when I am changing his clothes or putting him down for a nap, so I think he was trying to be like me.  I also think his comfort level with us is increasing.  He has always been a cuddle-bug, but the hugs and kisses are getting more frequent. 

And last, a picture of Jack and my Emery, who I used to babysit.  I know they look cute, but this was just before they both decided to start screaming and talking loudly in the middle of church.  They didn't stay there much longer before their mamas had to drag them out crying.  It also looks like they might be friends here right?  Well, Emery is trying really hard to make friends, but Jack isn't sure what to make of this guy yet.  I'm sure Emery will keep trying:)