JaMarcus In Action

Check out our videos of JaMarcus! This is JaMarcus and his friend Sydnee. Sydnee's Mom watches JaMarcus while his Mom and Dad are at work. JaMarcus really likes to go hang out with Sydnee. The first video, JaMarcus is being a bit of a bully. And the second video... his soft-side comes out. Sydnee is a week older than JaMarcus.

Huge thanks to Pete and Angela for the videos/pictures. And also a huge thanks to you Angela for taking such great care of JaMarcus. We know he is in good watch and care and we appreciate you so much!

Tears of Joy

I was just reading a few of my past blogs...and I'm just so amazed at how God has blessed me and my family. I don't know how to express it... I hold back so much of the Journey that Lou and I have been on/through the past 3 years... because of embarassment/pride/etc... but one day you'll all read it in a book.

JaMarcus update.. Joys that brought tears to my eyes... About a month ago, JaMarcus and I were just chillin' on the couch, and he out of no where got the giggles... He was laughing so hard (the deep gut belly kind of laugh) that he puked... And then he kept on laughing... I was laughing right along with him, just brought tears of happiness that just his mom could make him laugh, and to realize that God gave me what I asked for... A Happy Healthy Baby. So, last week, I think last week.... I don't know it was still July... JaMarcus took his first real steps.. He has been wanting to walk for a long time but just has not wanted to let go... Well, he finally let go... He took 3 steps towards me from the couch to Mom over and over.. then Dad came home and JaMarcus showed off his new stuff.... I just cried.... He still likes to take a step or two fall to his bum... and then he scoots to wherever he can stand up... Ohh... did I not let that seceret out? My little boy scoots... not much of a crawler but scoots on him bum all over the place.. He's pretty fast too... If we can figure it out we'll put a snap-it on the blog for you all to view.

PERFECT 1st BIRTHDAY!!

JaMarcus is off to a great start with great birthdays! The day was perfect! Grandma Andrus Aunt Char, Aunt Steph, Cousins: Matasia, Keysha, Alyssa, and Jacklyn... drove up from Idaho Falls to shower him with gifts, then we went to the Mall... to get JaMarcus' pictures taken for the big day, we met Grandma Gert and Grandpa Ben (who had driven up from Henderson, NV ) and the Grandma's watched as JaMarcus grinned big for the camera...he loved to smile, giggle, and play, and cried when the photo shoot was over (He must take after his Dad...when it comes to pictures... loves the camera... and always a great picture). After pictures we neglected Dad who was at work (forgot to take him lunch) and we went Down Town for birthday lunch at the Spaghetti Factory...JaMarcus had a great time making an enormous mess... and eating birthday ice-cream. We then went to the park... and some took a nap after the spaghettii lunch and some of us went on a walk...to the friendship bridge.. the brige that goes over the river from the park the the Boise State Camupus to see where I work.... Then it was time to take Lou (the Dad) some lunch... Family visited for a minute and then they were off back to Idaho Falls, and JaMarcus took a quick nap... and his Parents watched the New York Yankees win there game! Then we prepared for the night party at the Boise Hawks Baseball Game. We had many friends show up for the party. The birthday cakes were perfect!!!! Yvonne made the birthday cakes and JaMarcus was covered in cake from head to toe... His Dad pushed his face right into the center of his cake...Poor kid.... JaMarcus got game recognition and was a the star of the night. The game was exciting... and the Boise Hawks won the game... ending the perfect 1st Birthday!

MOVED

Greetings-

I know I've been neglecting the blog... but we are all moved in and setteled in our new home. We have been blessed and appreciate this home so much. I"ll get some pictures up in a week or two (So I guess next month is more likely).

My job is going well at Boise State, I have learned a lot the last month but have a lot more to learn. It is hard being away from JaMarcus for so long, but we have him on the waiting list for the Children's Center at Boise State... So, all prayers are welcome, in helping him to get in. Babysitter-Bouncing is taking a toll on all of us, thankfully it is only Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday - Because Dad (Lou) is with him on Thursday /Friday.

Lou started his on-field announcing for the Boise Hawks (The AAA Baseball Team for Boise)... And he is beyond great! The Crowd/ Season Ticket Holders/ Staff/ General Manager, love him and the excitement he brings to the field! Lou loves it himself.... JaMarcus and I have been to a few games, and are looking forward to a fun-filled baseball summer...In fact that is where we are going to spend his 1st Birthday Party...at the Baseball Park. We have a few pictures attached... ENJOY>>>>>

Hope you all are enjoying your summer!

BLESSINGS OVERFLOW

Many new blessings in our family. I am going to start a new job May 27th. I will be working at Boise State University evaluating transcripts...it's a Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 job! This will be new for me going from 7am-12pm, to all day long. I'll be missing lots of time with my boys... Louis has started a new position at his job as well as new hours.He is working at Furniture Row in Sales, and working toward a management position.. He has Wednesday mornings off and Thursday/Friday's... So, He will be watching JaMarcus at those times, and JaMarcus is going to have his first baby sitter, a friend of mine is going to watch JaMarcus on Monday and Tuesdays... She has a little girl who is a week older than JaMarcus... I just pray JaMarcus does not bully her.... He is so big and does not realize his strength sometimes... I would hate for him to get kicked out! But, I bet he'll be just fine! Who know's about his mom... she is going to miss him so much... as well as Lou... But, benefits and money are a blessing to us at this time.

We are also going to move!! We found a house to rent...It's perfect for us and we are looking forward to the extra room, because JaMarcus is all over the place. Not walking by himself but with objects! I believe they call it cruising! So, we have a cruiser!

But, I am so grateful for all of these wonderful new blessings in our lives!!! Just be patient and you'll be blessed as well and will appreciate it so much more!!

Louis J. Sheppard

Louis J Sheppard is my husband...and JaMarcus Dad. And most recently Louis was appointed as Minister in our church. Miracle Temple Church of God In Christ. Louis has worked hard, has been patient, and has been a dillegent servant of the Lord and the time has come that Lou has been appointed and has accepted the call to the Ministry. I don't think Lou even reads this blog but I want him to know that I love him, and am so blessed to be with a man who puts God first in his Life, who listens and heeds his words.

Louis is the best dad to JaMarcus! I don't know how to explain but, Lou would do anything for that little boy...and wants to give him the best of everything. Lou wants to give and do the best for myself as well. And again I'm blessed to have him as my husband.

Lou -JaMarcus and I are excited for you and your new role and we want you to know we support you and our prayers are with you daily-

JaMarcus World

JaMarcus Loves His Baskets! Weather it's a laundry basket or a toy box/basket JaMarcus could play all day long in a Basket.

Today was JaMarcus' 9 month check -up. He weighs 23lbs. He feels like 32lbs. So we were suprised with the weight. He is 28 inches long and is still our healthy happy baby boy.

Dad really was and is his first word. He knows the face to the name. We were attending our baby class last month and as soon as Dad walked into the room (he came in later...because he was parking the car) and a big smile came upon JaMarcus' face and he shouted Da Da Dad...All of the other parents looked at JaMarcus and were so amazed as was his Mom, and his Dad was as proud as could be.

JaMarcus tends to be a big of a bully... We were at our baby class last month (again) and JaMarucs was playing on the floor with some toys, and other babbies his own age were playing as well. One little girl kept walking past JaMarcus...Well, since JaMarcus can't walk and she could he decided to grab the girl and toss her to the floor... Then he just laughed... and the little girl got up and walked away like nothing had happened. His hands seem to be bigger than others so he is always grabbing a bit harder than others... The little Big Bully.

JaMarcus is learing so much and suprises us with new things every day, every hour and every minute...he gives us more personality/interests/movements/etc... It is such a great joy to have him in our lives!