Family Photo Shoot

We took some fun family photos this weekend (thanks to our photographer - Maricarol).

Will on the move!

Will is on the verge of crawling. As you can see in the very "amateur" video that he's trying (and getting frustrated). It still made us very proud.

Will being a "Ham"

The Hammy Fammy Weekend!

Every year the guys at enSYNC give us a vacation vouchure. It's pretty cool! One year we went to Mexico, last year to Napa Valley. But this year we knew we were not going to be able to jet off somewhere so we decided to just spend a weekend in Dallas. It was GREAT! I had a spa day, met up with an old friend and met Luke and Will for dinner at the Mansion at Turtle Creek - fancy shmancy!! Will did pretty good for his first night away from home. We had breakfast, did a little shopping then headed over to the Dallas World Aquarium. I think Will really enjoyed it. Even though he didn't quite understand it he definitely liked watching the bright fish swimming around. It was a wonderful weekend. Thanks enSYNC!

Will's Baptism

Will's baptism took place on Saturday, November 15. He did so good and even thought it was funny when Father Bristow poured the water over his head. My sister, Tracie, is Will's godmother and Luke's brother, Mark, is Will's godfather. Mark is currently stationed in Japan so my nephew and godson (Tracie's godson also) filled in for Mark. Thanks Devon!!!

I'm 5 months old!

Will is now 5 big boy months old. We try to take his picture on the 4th of every month (or a day before or after). Carly gave me this idea and it has been so cool to see how much he has changed from month to month. Here are a few for this month. I'll post all six months together next month.

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!