Smiles and Playtime

I'm working up to a genuine smile. Although, I did smile at mom a few times yesterday, of course the camera was nowhere to be found at that moment. However, we did catch a few glimpses of a smile while I was having my daily playtime.

Playtime for me is great on this gymini. Mom has loaded it with a ton of toys and there are rattles all around me on the floor. There is so much to take in! My favorite playtime toy is this rattle that is almost as big as me (not shown in pictures). I have successfully hit it, rolled it, and just watched it. Every once in a while, mom will roll it around and I'll be amazed by the noise it makes. I generally get in playtime about three times a day now for about 15 minutes each time. This seems to give mom just enough time to keep you all updated on the blog about what I'm doing and how I'm changing.

My First Date

Well I would've called it a playdate but alas, I can't really play yet. So I'm going with just date. Yes, it was chaperoned, don't worry. Mom took me over to Mr. and Mrs. Connell's to go for a walk with John, a very special friend of mine. We went inside and John admired me while mom and Mrs. Connell got us ready. Then we moved the date outside to the strollers.



We went for a long walk and I slept for the whole thing. Don't get me wrong, I find John interesting and all but the car ride and the sun just tires me out.

Dressed in my Sunday Best

My first dress was purchased on Saturday from Janie and Jack. Nana insisted that I have a dress for church on Sunday and these really cute tights that have pink mary janes on them where my feet go. In fact, the tights and dress were so important that Nana was doing alterations on the dress on Saturday night. (We had to move the buttons and take it up about two inches.) The dress is still a little too big, but this just means that I'll get some good wear out of it.

So, Sunday was a big day for me! Mom, Dad, Nana, and me all went to church. Dad let me know that we were going into the Lord's house, can't start that discipline too early you know, and that I should behave and use my quiet cry. Well, I made it through without a peep. Mom had to leave once with me so I could get my mid-morning snack, but when we came back I was wide eyed and totally captured by our Pastor, David Cassidy's, booming voice. The weather was cold, so we didn't stay long to visit with all of our friends. Dad had me all covered up anyway so I couldn't see anyone! Oh well, maybe next week the weather will be warmer.

Just Ducky

Mom couldn't stand the pink anymore and today I got all dressed up in my yellow ducks. Funny, I thought dad would object first. There are alot of yellow and green clothes in my wardrobe that just hadn't been put to use yet, so mom broke them out today. (I guess these generic colors are what I must endure since my parents insisted that my gender be a surprise.) Thank heavens for Grandma Randall, Aunt Trish, Nana, Aunt Markie, cousin Chanie, and all of my wonderful friends who have supplied me with a wide variety of girl clothes to pick from.

My First Outdoor Adventure

My first trip in my stroller was a success! I napped while mom and Nana strolled me around. Though at times I felt like I had to hold on for dear life, as you can see in my picture. This is definitley not the all-terrain jogging stroller my dad got for my mom at Christmas. Those 22" wheels will provide a much smoother ride!Needless to say I can't wait to go for my first run with mom in 22 weeks! (The Dr. says I need to be 6 months old before that adventure.) Not that mom or I are counting. Until then, I will enjoy the fresh air and the walks in my lightweight, highly versatile stroller that dad researched and picked out for me.

Nana and Me

Nana came to see me and help out mom just like Grandma did. She got here on Jan. 31st and will be leaving on Feb. 5th. Nana and granddad live in Missouri, so it's been nice to get some time with her before I get too big. It's also been great for mom who has been out doing some errands today.

2 Weeks Old!

Happy Birthday to me! I've made it through 2 weeks or 14 days of life outside the womb. I'm still adjusting and have had a few fussy periods, but all-in-all I guess this isn't so bad. Then again, life can't be bad when you have Grandma, PaPa, Nana, Granddad, visitors, mom, and dad all clamoring to hold me, rub my back, feed me, change me, rock me to sleep, tell me I'm beautiful etc. (Life must be tough for all those toddlers out there.) At the 3 week mark I will have flown solo with mom for 4 days straight. Check back to see what type of adventures we have had together. 

Teddy and Me

My first encounter with teddy. He is very soft and friendly, not at all like the bears my PaPa talked about when he was here. (Dad and PaPa were talking about hunting, guess it's different out in the wild.) But then again, how would I know, mom hasn't even taken me out in the neighborhood yet!

This is the Life

This is the life..I like my crib, my fuzzy blanket, the thousands of pictures people have taken of me, and now I'm ready to show off some personality. Actually, this was taken on my first day home alone with mom (we're in between grandparent visits now) and it took her awhile to get some clothes on me. I figured I would patiently hang out here until she got things together, didn't want to stress her out too much.


















I'm free...forget it taking a while to get clothes on me. I just prefer to be in my diaper! Mom finally figured out last week that I like my legs free. Onesies and socks are my preferred attire. When she tries to put me in one piece outfits, it doesn't last very long. I pretend I'm houdini and get my feet out through the snaps, this awkward position convinces her to just unsnap me for the rest of the day.

I Finally Found It!

After trying for days, I finally succeeded and got my thumb to my mouth. Actually, I found it sooner than the date of this picture, but I can never seem to keep it there long enough for someone to capture it. This isn't routine yet though, I'm still undecided on the whole thumb versus pacifier thing. Guess I would figure it out if my mom would actually give me a pacifier. Until then though, I'll just struggle with my fingers, fist, and thumb.

Bath Time...Take Two

Well, my mom finally has it. She's mastered bathtime, or so she thinks. I often surprise her and make a mess since I am without diaper. Man it's tough when the water hits you. But she's taken to laughing at my mess and persistent crying when she soaps me up. This is much better in my opinion then the flood of tears she shed at my first bath.




I will say though that my favorite part of bath time is getting my hair washed. I love the scalp massage my mom gives me and then all that warm water flowing over my head. Surprisingly enough, she still hasn't gotten any in my eyes. I guess I like this part the best because I know the end is near and mom has me wrapped up in a warm blanket.

PaPa and Me

Well, my PaPa finally made it here to see me! Despite multiple complaints about how early he had to get up, the distance to the airport, the flight, the turbulence and so on...I think he forgot about it all when he laid eyes on me.

My PaPa loves me so much! He talked to me all about golf, how he would give me lessons, and how I could play in the sand traps. I think I'll focus on playing in the sand traps for now, with or without golf clubs.

Off to the Pediatrician

As you can see, I'm real happy about this excursion. I can't quite figure out what they're going to do. But, you'll be happy to know that I am safe in the car and the Dr. says I'm doing well. How well you ask? Well I've gained my birth weight back and then some, I am now 7lbs. 5oz. and 19 3/4" long. So, I've gained 8oz. and grew 1/4" since leaving the hospital. Guess mom's doing her job feeding me.

I was a real good girl throughout my appointment today. I didn't even cry when they stuck my foot. Dad did his job and had me facing mom so she couldn't see them do it. She might have cried even if I didn't!

1 Week Old!

I made it to the 1 week mark! Life to date hasn't been that tough. Tomorrow I go to the Pediatrician to get a well check. I really think it's to check on my parents though. Check back for an update on my progress.

My First Flowers

This was my first photo op. The Elders came and visited me the other day and they brought me some beautiful pink tulips! I wanted to get a good picture with them, so I waited until I had a new pretty pink outfit to wear. Mom and Grandma went nuts with the camera!