Pumpkin Patch

We setup a little pumpkin patch in the backyard and took pictures of Will and Asher. The boys did great! But after a while they were pretty over the picture taking...and the costumes.

15 Year Reunion...

I don't even have the energy to post about this...but I actually got to do my hair and make-up at the same time and go out! To a real bar!!!

Uncle Marky Mark is going to Japan...

Luke's brother Mark is officially on his way to Japan as I type this. He was back in Texas for a month visiting family and friends before being stationed in Japan. I was so thrilled that he finally got to meet his nephew Will. Do you see any family resemblence? I don't...yeah, right.

The Hammy Fammy showing their support for Uncle Mark!

Finally! Posts!

It's been a long time since I've posted. Between being a new mom, working full time, wanting to spend every free minute with Luke and Will - I just haven't had a whole lot of time!

A lot has been going on. And Will is growing like crazy - in height and width! He has recently started rolling over from back to tummy. He's been trying to do it for weeks. And last week, we looked a the monitor as he was waking up...on back. 15 minutes later...on tummy. He was just in his crib hanging out and playing. He has also started to sit up! We have to prop him up for course, but then he'll just sit there on his own until he loses his balance. We're so proud!!

This one is for Carrie K! Because she knows its true!!

Park Place

Today we went to the botanical gardens because it was just too beautiful not be outside. Will loved being outside and the nice breeze.

Luke carried Will around in the Baby Bjorn. Will used to HATE it but has gotten used to it - Thank God!

We stopped for a little down time.

I know its not obvious - but I swear Will kind of looks like me. But yes, he is a mini Luke.

Tummy Time with Eli

When we first brought Will home - Eli wasn't at all interested in him. He was however very mad at us for not paying as much attention to him (not on purpose of course). Well, now Will and Eli are starting to become pretty good friends. Will focuses on Eli every chance he gets and Eli just kind of hangs around Will now. Here they are doing tummy time together today. Best Friends!

Enough already mom!!

Turns out I am going to be one of those moms that is constantly taking and showing pictures. Well...I can't help it! He's just so fun!

Bright Eyes

Will is such a happy baby (most of the time). He has these big bright brown eyes and this great smile. He has been smiling and talking (and by talking I mean coo-ing and ah-ing) alot. His teacher even said that he laughed Friday. I pretended not to hear that b/c I haven't heard him laugh. So that way when he does - I'll still think its the first time. Hahaha!

Say What!!!

There are several captions that come to mind when I see these pictures...I'll let you use your imagination.

Hot Date!

Luke took me out for a date at my favorite restaurant (Michael's). Will hung out with my parents while we were out. It was nice to sit, have a glass of wine and totally pig out.

The last time we went to Michael's was the night we found out we were having a boy! I can't believe it's been that long!!!

Happy Two Months Big Boy!

August 4 was Will's 2 month birthday. I can't even believe it has been 2 months already. I know people always say "Oh they grow so fast" but I didn't realize how serious they were until Will came along. I go through stages of wanting him to be older so we can have conversations and others where I just want him to stay right where he. Wishful thinking... Anyway, we're all doing really good. Will actually rolled over last week. If I can figure out how to post a slide show I'll post it.

Just because...

I just thought this was a cute picture of Will so I'm posting it.

I love that he has a tiny smile on his face.

He looks just like his daddy...

Love ya kiddo through and through!

We knew this day would come...

Yesterday, July 23, was Will's first day at Sundance Montessori. He is only going half days right now and will do so for 2 weeks before I start back to work full time. Luke went with us yesterday to drop him off. I felt pretty good - knew he was in good hands. Luke was a little more anxious for the day to be over (well half the day anyway) so I could hurry up and pick him up. I think having Luke there made it a little easier for me because when I did the drop of today by myself - I immediately felt horrible for leaving him there when I got in the car to head to the office. So far he has had two really good days. I love his teachers and the kids/parents in his room are all so nice. I haven't met them all yet but looking forward to it. Here is a picture of our big boy on his first day of "school".

As you can see...he's not all that concerned about where is going!! Ahhh...the life of a baby.

Mommy & Me

Here is a picture of Will and I Saturday afternoon.

This was a big day for Will!! Saturday night we went to dinner with our good friends and Will got to come along. It was his first dinner out in public. He slept through the entire thing. I'm guessing that every outing won't be like that...but for now I'd like to think it will. Haha!

Things are going good overall. Will starts Montessori July 23. He will be going half days for 2 weeks...unless of course I miss him too much and he'll be spening 1/4 days at Montessori. After the 2 weeks I start back to work full time. I'm ready to get back but I know I'm going to miss Will so much. Good thing I can drop in to see him at any time!

Moving on Up...

We have officially moved upstairs! It's been nice and I think Will enjoys being in his own room (so do his parents). Will's room is pretty much finished - just in time for the transition. Here are some pictures.

Hammy Fammy Picture

This weekend was great! We had our first babysitter. Luke's mom came in to watch Will while we attended the Andrews twin's birthday party. The twins are so beautiful and had a wonderful time at their 1st birthday party as did us grown ups!

When we got home we took a family picture together. Its the first one we've taken since we got home from the hospital. Its always hard to be in pictures when you are the one behind the camera...so luckily we were able to have someone else take it for a change.

Almost 3 weeks old!

Tomorrow Will is going to be 3 weeks old. Its hard to believe that 3 weeks ago I was walking around with his feet jabbed into my ribs. He was born at 6lbs, 9oz and has already grown to 7 lbs, 7.5 oz. Big Guy!!! He's doing pretty good today. Still gets a little fussy sometimes but we're working on that. Every day we spend time on the floor playing and doing little baby excerises. I love that he has started smiling (or smirking I should say). Here is a picture of him doing some floor time and squirming around. He's a squirmer!!

Why Do Babies Cry?

I have heard from most people that parents will start to recognize their childs crying. One cry may mean they are hunger...another that they need their diaper changed. But what does the one mean when they are screaming so loud (after eating and diaper change) and with such force that you have no idea what do to next? Will did that last night for a couple of hours. We walked with him, snuggled him (which all temporarily worked). But as soon as we put him down he was screaming again. We finally got him to go to bed and of course he's out like a light this morning. I think he might be a night owl! Like his mom...used to be...

Happy First Father's Day Luke!

Today is Luke's first Father's Day and I certainly think there is reason to celebrate. Luke has taken to fatherhood very well. Will and I are so proud of him.

We gave him his present yesterday b/c we just couldn't wait until today. We were too excited. We gave him 4 books that a dad would be happy to read his child. We read Hop on Pop to Will last night.

Ok - so here is how the first week has gone...

Monday went really well...and we talked about how great it was and that pretty much jinxed us. Tuesday, Will was sleeping really well during the day so we decided to let him sleep...we woke him for feedings but he was up all night!!! And so were we of course! Wednesday was a little better, Thursday was not so great (I think we stimulated Will too much during the day and he was just restless from not getting enough sleep during the day). But what do I know - I'm so new to this. Luke is at work today and should be home soon. I'm always so relieved when he gets here. Its just so nice having him around and Will loves to hear his voice.

So overall...we are getting the hang of it but still have a lot of kinks to work out.