My first real bath with mommy & daddy (September 19)
Mommy's favorite bath time picture
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Grandparents- Wrapped Around My Finger
Grammy and me when I was still brand new
Pappa & me after my dedication getting in a good nap!
Grandma Bonnie & Grandpa Jack with me at the hospital
Grandma Jamie & Grandpa Dave with me at home
Great Uncle Carl -the bonus grandpaSaturday, October 3, 2009
Smiles, Coos, & Giggles
I smile all the time but mom thinks my first "real" smile came the day after I was 3 weeks old. (Silly mommy - if she could know how good it feels to pass gas she'd smile too!)
I had my first giggle one week later and coo sometimes too. I really like my changing table (just after they finish the diaper part). There's so much to see! I make my best coos and giggles there.
Mommy has tried several times to catch my giggles and smiles on camera but I'm too tricky for her. Someday soon she'll catch me if she keeps practicing. When she does she'll show you how beautiful my smiles are!
I had my first giggle one week later and coo sometimes too. I really like my changing table (just after they finish the diaper part). There's so much to see! I make my best coos and giggles there.
Mommy has tried several times to catch my giggles and smiles on camera but I'm too tricky for her. Someday soon she'll catch me if she keeps practicing. When she does she'll show you how beautiful my smiles are!
Busy Weekends
The past two weekends have been very busy in the Shepherd house.
On Friday, September 25, Aaron's family threw us the most beautiful baby shower for Jack. He got to see everyone, but only people who washed their hands got to hold him. (I'm definitely a first-time mom and I'm going to use that as my excuse to be protective!)
On Sunday, September 27, Jack Aaron Roe Shepherd was dedicated to the Lord before his family and friends at our church. I'm sure I'll need to relive that moment over the years to remind myself that he does not belong to me but is a gift for Aaron and I to care for and be a part of.
On Friday, October 2, Aaron and I went out to dinner and a movie for my birthday and Grandma Bonnie and Grandpa Jack stayed with little Jack. We felt incredibly guilty for leaving him but enjoyed eating a meal slowly for the first time in weeks. When we got home, I went into his room where he was fussing in his crib. I put his pacifier in for him and talked to him a little (because I couldn't help myself) and he broke out in the biggest smile! (not typical for that time of night!) Jack gave his mommy the perfect birthday present.
On Saturday, October 3, we took our first trip to the Franklin Cider Mill. It was rainy and he slept so we got our goodies and headed home. We'll take pictures next time. :)
We did, however, put on our new Michigan onesie and take pictures with our little friend next door. Levi was born 3 weeks after Jack and is a Sparty so pictures were a must.
On Friday, September 25, Aaron's family threw us the most beautiful baby shower for Jack. He got to see everyone, but only people who washed their hands got to hold him. (I'm definitely a first-time mom and I'm going to use that as my excuse to be protective!)
On Sunday, September 27, Jack Aaron Roe Shepherd was dedicated to the Lord before his family and friends at our church. I'm sure I'll need to relive that moment over the years to remind myself that he does not belong to me but is a gift for Aaron and I to care for and be a part of.
On Friday, October 2, Aaron and I went out to dinner and a movie for my birthday and Grandma Bonnie and Grandpa Jack stayed with little Jack. We felt incredibly guilty for leaving him but enjoyed eating a meal slowly for the first time in weeks. When we got home, I went into his room where he was fussing in his crib. I put his pacifier in for him and talked to him a little (because I couldn't help myself) and he broke out in the biggest smile! (not typical for that time of night!) Jack gave his mommy the perfect birthday present.
On Saturday, October 3, we took our first trip to the Franklin Cider Mill. It was rainy and he slept so we got our goodies and headed home. We'll take pictures next time. :)
We did, however, put on our new Michigan onesie and take pictures with our little friend next door. Levi was born 3 weeks after Jack and is a Sparty so pictures were a must.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
The Great Escape
The hospital, doctors, and even the books told mommy and daddy to swaddle me. Truth be told, I sleep better if I'm swaddled. It is fun however...
to show them my Houdini-like escape skills. Once mommy stayed to watch as a slowly wiggled my arm, up until I could get it out. Sometimes the blanket is completely open. I like to keep them on their toes.
to show them my Houdini-like escape skills. Once mommy stayed to watch as a slowly wiggled my arm, up until I could get it out. Sometimes the blanket is completely open. I like to keep them on their toes.
My First Few Days
We have been busy getting to know each other. I'm eating like a pro and the doctor said I weighed 7 lbs 9.5 oz at my 2 week visit and was 21.5 inches long.
I have had so many visitors, in the hospital and at home. Lots of people brought mommy and daddy delicious dinners so they didn't have to cook and could spend all of their time with me. Thanks! They were still delicious by the time I got them!
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