We Miss Grandma

Today we had to say goodbye to Grandma as she boarded a plane back home to Arizona.  It was very difficult for us to see her go as she has been an integral part of helping with baby Max and our transition from a family of three to a family of four. We feel so lucky she was able to spend 3 weeks with us and she was more helpful than she'll ever know. She did it all...took Carmen on adventures to play at The Beach, stroller rides to Third Place Books, got her special treats, helped change diapers for both Carmen and Max, rocked and held Max, did dishes, did laundry and oh so many other small things that made a huge difference. We are blessed to have such a wonderful support system and we all enjoyed the time we got to spend with Grandma. Grandma, we love you very much and you will be missed!

Husky Game Time!

A pre-game snack.

Go Huskies!  Carmen trying to prefect her fist pump.

October Picnic

With the beautiful weather we've been having we thought it was time for one more picnic.  Grandma, Carmen, Max and I spent a fun day at the park with a picnic lunch.  Carmen enjoyed climbing up the stairs and going down the slide over and over and over again.  Grandma kept busy by watching Carmen, pushing her on the swings and collecting treasures (yes, more rocks, sticks and even a pine cone). Max zzzzed through the entire day's festivities and was happy dozing in his stroller.  I enjoyed sitting for a few minutes with the warm sun on my face and was happy to finally be out of the house.  It was the perfect way to spend the day.

Two Weeks

Oh my, another week older already!  I love the time we have been spending together...snuggling with you on my chest right after you have eaten and watching you snooze peacefully in your bouncy seat are two of my new favorite past times.  You are so content.

I can tell that you are growing, growing as you are starting to fill out some of your outfits that you seemed to swim in only a week ago. Your hair is getting longer still and it often sticks up in the back or on top when your are picked up and it's starting to cover your ears. Your hands and feet are constantly in motion and you are kicking all of the time. You are a strong little guy and are always rolling onto your side and lifting up your head.  Your eyes are starting to be open more often as you check out the world around you.

Your sister can't get enough of you and always wants to hold you. You are so loved and we are so blessed that you are ours.

First Bath

Today little Maxwell had his first bath at home. The majority of the time he was screaming his head off and wasn't so happy about the whole bathing thing. He eventually calmed down for a few minutes but then the screaming resumed.  Carmen was the same way and it gradually got better, so we'll keep our fingers crossed there is a little less fussing next time. But for today, mission accomplished.  We now have a squeaky clean little boy.

Light the Night

Tonight Jimmy and Carmen participated in Light the Night in support of cousin Katie and other blood cancer survivors and fighters. Carmen had a great time, which was evident from all of the glow sticks and necklaces she came home with and the big chocolate bar daddy let her munch on.  It was a fun evening for the two of them to spend together along with family and friends while Max and I like to think we were there in spirit.

One Week

One week old already...time is flying.  While it seemed like we waited for eternity for you to finally arrive, now that you are here it seems like you have been part of the family forever.  You are an absolute dream...a good eater and sleeper and such a happy boy.  You touch our hearts and makes us laugh with your funny faces and noises.  You still enjoy being scrunched up like a little ball and like to lay on my or daddy's chest and will sleep and sleep. It's hard to want to put you down; I'm cherishing every moment as I know these times won't last forever.  You are starting to keep your eyes open a little more each day and you have recently found your thumb. I love seeing Carmen interact with you and how loving and gentle she is.  This phase will no doubt not last long and before you know it the two of you will be bickering like siblings do, but for now she continues to shower you with kisses, puts stickers on your bouncy seat, runs over to you whenever you make a noise, likes to helps change your diaper and has even brought you Lamby to 'cuddle' with for a few minutes. 

One week down, and so many, many more fun times and memories ahead.  Thank you Max for completing our family.