03.31.13 - Easter Sunday

Happy Easter little one. Christ is risen. And for that I am so grateful as a parent, knowing that I have the opportunity to share the truth with you and that you have a hope for eternity.

03.28.13 - Thursday

Oh little boy, you make me laugh. You have turned into a regular chatterbox the last few days. Not all the time, mind you, but when you start talking, you really go at it. I was trying to nurse you earlier today and would you have anything to do with that milk that's spraying out all over the place? Nope! You just had a lot to say and were determined to say it all--milk bath or no milk bath!

03.21.13 - Thursday

You had your first actual visit to a doctor today. Not for anything specific, but just because I figured at some point we should probably get you established with your pediatrician. Besides, I wanted to see how much you weighed! You are now up to 11 lbs 11 oz and are 23.5inches long. I know that's really only 50th percentile, but compared to what I'm used to with your sister--it's huge! It's no wonder you've already outgrown all your newborn outfits.

03.20.13 - Wednesday

Well kiddo, you had yet another first today. We got into a car accident today--unfortunately it was mommy's fault; although, I do hold that the person was following way to closely to me. Wasn't a major accident and nobody was hurt other than mommy's pride and the other person's car a little bit. Very traumatic all around.

03.19.13 - Tuesday

Today was your  first visit to the zoo. You appeared singularly unimpressed with the general proceedings and slept through most of it. Woke up for a few snacks here and there, a diaper change or three, and a few glances around the crazy world of crowds and animals. Much of the zoo life was focused on babies as well, so we fit in nicely.

Mommy gorilla and baby

Captive bald eagle (due to permanent injury) nesting a rock because she still has the nesting instinct.

Baby Otter of a zoo otter family

03.18.13 - Monday

There are moments as a mommy that I find myself counting my blessings in regards to my children, just as an exercise in keeping tiredness and frustration from overwhelming me. Here are some of those blessings I have thought about you. 1. You sleep well and easily for the most part. 2. You have the most adorable half grin known to mankind. 3. Your fuzzy, balding head is nicely shaped and kissably soft. 4. You make the funniest little serious faces I've ever seen on a such a tiny baby. What thoughts are going through your head? 5. You sleep so nicely on my chest. 6. I'm so grateful for you.

03.17.13 - Sunday

Today was a very important day as we dedicated you to the Lord at our church. It was an extra special ceremony as your Papa was invited by the pastor to do the ceremony. This meant a whole lot to mommy in particular. In the afternoon you and mommy took a three and a half hour nap together! That, my dear son, is bliss, whether or not you realize it yet.

03.16.13 - Saturday

03.15.13 - Friday

And the crazy schedule continues today with lots of meetings of new people for you. Today you met a very special lady in your mommy's life--someone who has been like an auntie to me ever since I was a little girl. I'm glad you got to meet her as it feels so right for me--full circle kind of thing. Later that same day, your Auntie Joy and Uncle Adam and Uncle Jon and Auntie Becca (or Backpack as your big sister calls her), all arrived for a weekend of fun--all to celebrate you. Well, mostly, any ways :)

03.14.13 - Thursday

Today was a special day for you, little man. You had a baby shower all in your honor! Ms. Heather threw it for you. The theme was a Peter Rabbit garden party in her back yard. You got lots and lots of adorable outfits. And it was extra special because we waited until your Nana could be there with us to celebrate you. You were also given a whole bunch of books as a part of the shower--lots of fun stories that I can't wait to share with you.

03.13.13 -Wednesday

Well, we drove to Little Rock and back today. Fun but tiring, and I think overly stimulating for you as you simply would not settle down tonight and go to sleep. Possibly the curry I had might have had something to do with it...and you do still have a cold... You were pretty angelic for the actual trip part itself though. This morning you woke up and were full of smiles for me. Sigh. So charming you are; you are making my world a better place.

03.12.13 - Tuesday

Around 8:30 this morning you met your Nana and Papa for the first time. They flew over 36 hours to meet you. I hope you're impressed. True to form, you slept much of the day. We took a tour of the campus and laughed at your sister's antics. Poor papa had a bad cold so he didn't get to hold you today, something he's been looking forward to for weeks. Literally,he's had his bags packed to come here for quite awhile!

03.11.13 - Monday

We've spent the last few nights sleeping on the recliner, you and I. Your poor, snuffly little nose is making it hard for you to sleep laying down. Get better soon, little one.

I made a surprise discovery today when I got you dressed this morning--you've apparently grown again overnight because the Newborn sized onesie that I put on you was not fitting well at all--you're too tall for it! Sad. You've already outgrown your first size of clothing. Slow down.

03.09.13 - Saturday

We have something else to add to the list of things you already love. Music. We've noticed this trend from early on--music calms you. You focus in on it intently. Will you be a musician when you grow up? Maybe. Or maybe you'll just be like your daddy and love to listen to music all the time.

03.08.13 - Friday

Poor sad boy, you got your first cold. You've been all snuffly and pathetic today. Oh, and just to add insult to injury, you are going bald. Definitely get your looks from my side of the family--we believe bald men are beautiful. Fortunately for you.

03.07.13 - Thursday

Its my birthday today. And tomorrow is your one month birthday. To be cliche--my how time flies! I cannot believe you're going to be a month old tomorrow. That's just craziness I tell you! Just two days ago you were brand, new in my arms. You cannot possibly be this old already. Nor can I possibly be "in my 30's." I refuse to accept that fact either. In fact, I think this is a day of denial all around.

03.06.13 - Wednesday

You deliberately smiled at me today my little one! It was a bit of a cheeky looking, half-grin, but a definite smile it was. Thanks for that gift.

03.05.13 - Tuesday

OK, really? Was it entirely necessary to have a blow-out all over mommy's clean sheets? That was quite a start to the morning little one, and rather a disgusting one at that! Oh well, we had a bath, did some laundry, cleaned up, and all was sweet and right with the world again.

03.03.13 - Sunday

03.01.13

Today you went yo your first birthday party. Labradour turned 13 so we had a birthday bash for her. You slept through most of it and then got tired and mad at the end!

 I was holding you up today and you were pushing off my lap with your legs and bearing your own weight more readily. You're getting so strong!

I love you my little man.