Oh happy day!

Today we celebrated the end of an era. The end of 9 to 5 days, the end of bringing stacks of work home, the end of organizing and conducting team meetings and flu vaccination clinics, the end of home visits all over Davidson County. Today we celebrated the retirement of Chris' mom. Her job title of 'nurse' has been replaced with 'grandmother.' And what a proud grandmother she is. I believe she's been waiting for this day for quite sometime, although bittersweet, it launches her into a new path in life. She and my mom will be taking care of Webb when I go back to work in a few weeks. Everyone asks me if I'm sad about going back to work, and part of me is, but with two women like this, I have no worries that Webb will be cared for and loved while I'm away. So here's to grandmothers- here's to the unconditional love they bring, the abounding pride they carry for their grandson, and the unwavering support they show to our family.

 

Fun weekend

This weekend was so nice! On Saturday, we stayed here at home most of the morning and afternoon. We played and you and I took long naps. You really love this little play mat and are content here for a good while. You are noticing more and following objects and people with your eyes. Here you are playing!

Saturday afternoon, you went and stayed with Glenyce and Pawpaw Dave while daddy and I went to Winston. Here you are all ready to go!

I really don't think you can get any cuter!

On Sunday, we took you to church and then to lunch. Here you are with Pawpaw Dave. He loves you so much and has a special calming affect on you. We are thankful for grandparents!

You looked so cute in your little outfit. One of mama's best friends gave it to you. I'm sad to say that you've about outgrown it and you've only worn it once! Daddy said you looked like a little sausage!

Sunday afternoon, we spent the day at Finch and Grimes Park. The weather was exceptional- almost 70 degrees! It was so nice to get out and get some fresh air after all the winter weather. You loved being in the jogger and taking in the sights and sounds.

It was a fun weekend . . . you were a sweet boy, as always. Love you, Butterbean!



All is well . . .

You had your shots yesterday and were quite the little champ! You cried (screamed) while she held you down and gave them to you. I think you were screaming more because she was holding you than because of the shots. You came home and slept most of the evening and went to bed at 9. You slept all night long! Bless your heart, you were pooped! Today was a good day. We stayed in and played, slept, watched Golden Girls, and had some tummy time. I've got to do better with tummy time- I've neglected it because you don't care for it much. We bundled up and went to the drug store for a treat. The little old ladies just oogled all over you. Everyone says you have beautiful lips. I believe you have beautiful everything! We then went and visited dad at work. I believe it made his day. You're all tucked in now down in your room, sleeping soundly. We had a wrestling match this afternoon and you beat me! You were fussy for about two hours! The doctor says it's possibly a touch of colic. After I fed you, you cried for about five minutes and were out cold.

Beautiful flowers that Daddy got for me!

Tummy time!

All snuggled up in your swing.

I did forget to mention that you had your first playdate last week! You have two buddies close to you in age- Ruby, who is about a month younger, and Charlie, who is about 5 months older! Your daddy was very impressed that I was taking you to meet a girl so early! :) We definitely look forward to spending more time with these friends and watching our little ones grow up together!

“Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” Dr. Seuss



Two Months!

Catching some good zzzz's in the carseat.

Thinking really hard!

My little feet that mama loves to photograph . . . and kiss umpteen times a day!

Happy two months to my sweet Webb! You're getting some shots tomorrow which makes mama very nervous. I know you will need extra TLC afterwards.

You are doing well with bedtime! Daddy has started putting you down around 7:30. Some nights we give you a bath first but you always get fed, swaddled, and rocked in your room where it's quiet. You are still sleeping 4-6 hour stretches which is so nice.

You have outgrown your newborn clothes and are wearing 0-3 month things.

You love to laugh and coo and smile- especially at your dad who makes silly faces!

We are definitely looking forward to spring/summer when we can take you on your first beach trip, play outside, and put you in the little plastic pool. I hope you'll be a water lover like your mom and dad are. Ah, so many wonderful things to look forward to . . . we must remember however, to slow down and enjoy you as you are now- a sweet, soft, cuddly Punker who we absolutely adore. Happy Two Months, Webb!