Countdown 1 year {1 month}

Today our little guy is officially one month old.

It's pretty crazy to think it's already been a whole month.

Of course when you have a baby right before Christmas, I suppose you should expect time to fly even faster than usual.

So, 4 weeks and 3 days into life at home with a baby boy, I have to say it's just plain great.

He's sweet, cuddly, grunts a lot:), eats well, & has most certainly turned my heart into mush all over again.

Feels good to love another person so much.

Good to know you can do it.

My little monkeys up there.

Monkey #1 has some super sweet moments with her brother.

And then occasionally, some not so sweet.

But overall, she's doing really great & is growing into this big sister role.

Yep, definitely cuddly.

Mitchel has been off for 2 weeks, and it's been awesome.

He went back to work officially yesterday, and I was one sad girl.

It was so nice to have him here as we adjusted to our new little family.

Now, I get to readjust to life as a mom with 2 kids around.

Should be fun:).

 

Training that girl right! :)

That was a sweet moment.

And don't you just love those little teeny arms, thrown in the air, fists tight?

I could just squeeze him!

Did I mention he's good sleeper?

I got one of those kids who came with the knowledge of a schedule already wired in him.

Weird, but oh so cool.

(did you notice his fuzzy head?)

We took pictures for his announcements, and I've ended with those.

It's been such a surreal month for us.

And I can't believe it's over.

Nuts.

I'm so looking forward to the many days to come in this new year.

I was looking through old pictures of Parker today, remembering what we have coming our way.

I can't wait & yet I'm remembering how fast this all goes.

So, we're relishing all those late nights, sweet noises, little bitty cries, stretches, squished body parts, and so much more.

You're just so perfect for our family Mr. Tuck, and we're so very glad you're here.

Merry Christmas

Praying the joy of Jesus is yours this Christmas.

Hoping for a wonderful New Year, too.

Merry Christmas!

Countdown 1 year {1 1/2 weeks}

Well, we've been home a good week & a half, and life is still feeling a little crazy.

Good, just different crazy:).

As it turns out, our baby boy is super sweet, easy going, & generally happy.

He's already on a good schedule & it feels good having that accomplished.

He eats every 2 1/2 hours or so, & at night goes 3- 3 1/2 hours between feedings.

I know....awesome.

Here are some good pics of our 1st week home:

Bringing my sweet one home.

Yes, he was a reindeer.

I couldn't resist.

The nurses loved him:).

This was right after Parker walked in the door finally coming home.

I can't even describe how good it felt to have all my chickens together.

Then she fell apart about an hour or so later...

A few days with grandparents: enough said:). Ha!

Parker's words about her brother:

"This is my baby sista." 

"Hi baby Tucka."

"His hands are dirty." (hmm)

"Tucka no can have goldfish mama."

She's been learning her boundaries with having a baby around, and after a good week, I'd say she's got the hang of this baby thing.

She's still not super excited all the time about him, but when he notices her, her whole world stops.

And those are such very sweet moments.

About the only time he gets really mad is diaper changing time & here:).

Bath time.

This was a picture from his 1st bath home.

Makes me smile. Ha!

Poor guy...

Parker was sharing her Minnie Mouse "baby" with her brother.

This happens a lot.

So sweet & yet that blanket could smother him!

I never discourage the sharing...

That pig caught his eye.

Made us laugh.

Parker is in love with piggies.

So, it only makes sense that he would like them too, right?

I think these 2 will be a lot alike.

Just a hunch.

A sweet boy with his sweet daddy.

I really love these guys...

Don't you just want to pick him up & squeeze him?

He's a good squeezable baby.

Just hanging out together.

I love those kids.

Happy Birthday Tucker

Tucker Brooks Mershawn

December 5, 2009

7 lbs. 12 oz.

20 1/2 inches

3:01 pm

Happy Birthday to our new little man.

Welcome to our family.

Thankful...a little late

For them.

And the Lord.

He saw fit to give them to me.

And, just to say it...

next post may have a little Mershawn boy in it.

We can't wait.

Enjoying my sleep FILLED nights till then:)...

Tucker update

Well....I'm 37 weeks, went to the doctor today, and here's the report:

NOTHING.

Apparently my kids really enjoy hanging out on the inside.

I never had any action with Parker either.

Looks like this guy is hanging in for the duration.

I guess that's what I should be striving for, just would like a little excitement added to the waiting:).

But, overall, he's healthy, so I'm good. Really good.

On to other things...

Parker tracked me down the other day with my cell phone.

She walked in her room as I was putting laundry away, and says,

"Here mom. Someone texted you."

Geez.

She's so darn cute I could just eat her....

Baby Tucker

We are now less than a month out from having a baby...if all goes according to plan:).

Our house has been abuzz with baby prep for weeks now, and it feels good to say his room is at least put together.

We still have a few things to do...frame to hang, shelf or 2 to buy, closet to organize.

But overall, it's ready.

And, I actually remembered to break out the camera for some painting pictures.

Poor Mitchel taped and taped and taped so we could get lines on the wall.

It was crazy.

Parker of course thought it was great fun sticking tape on the walls.

And on herself.

(that paint was dry- phew)

My man.

He worked so hard, as usual.

He did all of P's room by himself, and the majority of this one.

Poor guy. He's just darn good at it.

I did paint an orange line all by myself.

But this room is his.

Such a great dad...

Elmo chipped in, too.

And, of course, the big sis.

It was all so very exciting.

He painted a lot at night, so she'd help, then head to bed.

Then the next morning would wake up to see what all dad had done in Tuck's room.

Thrilling to a 2 year old:).

And here it is.

The bed, the dresser, the stripes, and the monkeys.

All waiting for a sweet little boy to move in.

I'm in love with those guys.

Mitchel's not jealous.

At least, I don't think...

My mom said she hopes we're not encouraging bad habits with the monkeys.

I hadn't thought of that...

hehe

Mitchel's monkeys.

Drew free hand, painted free hand.

I told you....the man is good.

I sat on the floor & talked while he painted.

What a great wife:).

It's so fun to watch him, though. He makes it look easy.

It's NOT.

We went to the doctor on Tuesday.

All is great. Although there's no action of yet.

My mom's always great to remind me that it's still early.

She was 10 days late with me & 14 with my sister. She's good at encouraging those of us who have to wait for our babies:).

I measured a little small (it was so refreshing to be called SMALL for a change- give me just a second to relish in that- ahhh- okay) but he told me it was fine. He's just low, so he's not filling up his space as much.

I did gain weight. Ho- hum.

We'll keep you all posted. Pray for us!

Patience & peace & health.

We're ready to meet this guy...