Go Rockies!!!!!

It's Rockies season!!!! We have been looking forward the Rockies since last season, and they are off to a GREAT start! 8-2 record. And we have one of the biggest fans...Little Jackson.....he hasn't missed a game yet. Only about 150 games to go this season.

Put me in coach!

Roustabout

 Roustabout:

1 : an unskilled or semiskilled laborer especially in an oil field or refinery

2 : a circus worker who erects and dismantles tents, cares for the grounds, and handles animals and equipment

3 : a person with no permanent home or regular occupation; also : one who stirs up trouble

Yesterday, Chris came home wearing his new FR's (Fire Resistant Clothing).  At fisrt thought...wow look, a man in uniform!!! At second thought...that must get hot wearing that everyday, but at least he is protected if a fire were to occur.  Third thought...I am so proud of my husband, he has come a long way from when I first met him. Lets say when I met Chris he was exploring many jobs, not sure of the direction he wanted to go.

1. Joe's Lawn Care

2. Seamless Siding

3. Rocky Mountain Deck and Fence

4. K Bar K excavating

5. Peterson Pet Provisions

6. Enercrest

7. Schneider Energy

   a. Roustabout

   b. Roustabout Foreman

   c. Roustabout Supervisor

Chris got started in the oil field through our neighbor, who told me they were looking for good, hard workes that were dedicated and reliable. I told him about Chris, he gave me an application and Chris was hired the next day. His hard work, loyalty, and dedication has paid off, and has earned him 3 promotions in one year. The definition of Roustabout-unskilled laborer-makes me chuckle. Those guys out there work hard in all weather condition so we have clean gas, we can drive our cars, and our houses have electricity. The definition doesn't talk about the character of the person who is doing the job. I am so proud of you Chris, thank you for all your hard work!

These are examples of the batteries Chris has built.  After the drilling rig finds the oil they cap off the oil well and leave the site. Then, Chris and his crews come in and build the battery tanks and run pipe from the well head to the battery tanks to seperate water, oil, and gas. (my very basic understanding)

one month

At 1 month, Jackson:
-Sleeps 4-5 hours
-Grunts like a Goose
-nickname "Doodle"
-weighs 9 pounds
-has the cutest chubby cheeks
-smiles
-loves taking baths
-wants to be held/snuggled
-excited to watch the Rockies with Dad

Glenwood Springs

Papa, Kati, Jackson

Last week my mom, Jackson and I went to Glenwood Springs to spend some time with Papa while Jeri was off to Oregon getting married!!! We had a wonderful trip, a little bit of snow, relaxation, and lots of great conversations with Papa. Can't wait to go back...next time with Chris. He sure missed his little guy!

Jeri and Jackson



Jackson fit perfectly in Jeri's sink amd enjoyed the :red light special" heat light



Jackson nd his Great Papa Bob





Wordless Wednesday

1 WEEK

I remember when I went to visit Mason when he was 1 week old. We did a "Tough Little Guy" photo shoot. So since today Jackson is 1 week old we did the same photo shoot. They are the cutest little cousins. I can't believe Mason was so small and I can't imagine Jackson growing up so big.

              Mason Robert Stover                                         Jackson Carrel Patterson

Its A Boy!!!!!!!

Jackson Carrel Patterson

Born on Friday, March 4, 2011

Weight: 7 lbs. 10.5 oz

Length: 21 inches

Chris and I had the most wonderful experience of our lives this past weekend- the birth of our son Jackson. What an amazing little miracle he is. The whole experience was life-changing and one we will never forget.

We are so blessed to have a healthy little baby boy.

Things I love about Jackson:

* I love his full head of soft, dark hair

* I love when he raises his eyebrows at me

* I love when he squeaks when he cries

* I love when he scrunches up and snuggles on my chest

Coming Home!

Wow, that was scary. We go into the hospital just me and Chris excited about what is happening. Then we spend two days with a wonderful nursing staff showing us what to do and how to do it. Then at 3:30 on Sunday afternoon they tell us "Your free to go home whenever you are ready..."  Now, I was looking forward to going home and sleeping in my own bed (which still hasn't happened very much), but then we pack up this little 7 lb boy into his huge car seat and walk out to the truck-the three of us. It has been quite an adjustment, and we forgot to bring home the owner manual so we have to figure this all out on our own.  I must say I think we are doing a pretty good job.  Nana has been a huge help, too, we are very thankful that she is here spending the week with us.  We are so incredibly happy to be home and are enjoying every minute as Mommy and Daddy.