TGIF!

This week has been kind of hectic...yesterday in particular! Jonah had a rough night...just up and crying. I would put his pacifier back in his mouth and he would drift back off, till the paci fell out, then we would start all over. So mommy & daddy did not get great rest! Then I got up for work at 5:45. I got ready, and went downstairs to get a pop...and the rug in the bathroom was soggy. So turned on the light and the floor was covered in water. So I went to wake Dean up and Jonah was awake too. So Dean went down to address the flood in our basement and I got Jonah up to change him. I called work, because it was pretty obvious I was going to be late. I gave Jonah his prilosec and got him going with baby einstein. I love how even though he was screaming in bed, he is so happy once you get him out of there. Ha! Anyway, Dean was bringing loads of wet towels, rugs, and other misc. wet things out to the deck to dry off. As it turns out our ancient water heater developed a hole in it and sprung a leak. However, Dean pointed it out that the timing of it was a blessing, as it is cleanup week next week...so we don't have to store it for a year...so good timing as far as that goes. So I finally got to work, and it was a CRAZY day! So last night when I got home, after picking up Jonah at Grandma's house, I sunk into bed, only to remember that I needed to get up to unload/reload the dishwasher and fire it up so my baby had clean bottles today! :)
Ok...after reviewing that I am tired again!!! I don't have any pics to share right now, but I will try to post a video later...Jonah learned to make a new noise! :) you'll just have to wait to see what it is!
Here's to hoping to day is better than yesterday!
Oh, and
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD! (it's my dad's birthday!)

not much new

So here's the latest pictures! :)


Little Sailor Man



all smiles!



4 month shots...ouch!


Daddy & Jonah








let's call this one, the "Pre-Bath Soak" (mommy!) ;)


haven't spent much time in my bumbo, my head is pretty heavy...I don't think I like this very much!




I really don't have alot of new stuff going on right now, I have been working 12's, but I did get off from 7-3 today. Which was a blessing because Dean left to go fishing last night, so I was going to have to bring Jonah over to grandma's house at 5:45 this morning...I have to be to work around 6 or so. So we have just been hanging out doing laundry. He has been way more spitty the last week, since he got his shots I think. So he has been going through his collection of bibs/burp rags faster than usual. Also about 3 plus outfits per day. We did up his dose of prilosec, because he has gained so much weight, he outgrew his dose!!! What a big fellow! :)

4 month checkup

We went to Dr. Welle yesterday. This is our new peds doc. Dean and I both liked him and bottom line he is a good doctor and we were comfortable with him, so that is what is important. Jonah is doing great, "perfect baby" were his words to be exact. He did say that he feels he has a pretty severe case of GERD, but it seems to be pretty well controlled. He did ask us if we keep him elevated after feedings (we do) and if we have him sleeping at at least a 30 degree incline on his back (we do). So we got points for that! :)

Jonah has obviously done well on the "ad-lib" feedings and although he has been spitting up like crazy, alot of it must be "sticking" because he is up to a whopping 17 lbs, 7.2 ounces (86th percentile). He is up to the 24th percentile for height (24 inches) and his head is gianormous at 45 cm (97th percentile)...no wonder his hats seem a bit snug!

I also tried to bring bella and Dan to the vet yesterday (with Jonah)...yikes! I did have to call Dean to meet me there. Bella got out of her collar and dan was on my lap trying to eat another dog and Jonah was getting cranky after his shots! It must have been a sight!!! :) Bella has a strained ACL so rest and relaxation for her is the doctors order. Hopefully it doesnt get worse and tear because then she would need surgery! poor bella!

need a good cry?

sometiimes I just need a good cry, and not about my own life. here is a blog site that will most certainly bring tears to your eyes. I was sobbing but, hen again it's maybe because it hit a little too close to home. As with any blog it starts with the most recent posts, but you can go to the archive to skim through and get the summary of their journey. www.kayleighannefreeman.blogspot.com/

Another recent experience that I can't really share has reminded me just how fragile life is. I want to live each day to its fullest, love with no reservations, and when the day is done, have no regrets. So, I am going to hold my baby when he wants to be held & spend intentional time with my husband (the dishes and laundry aren't goin anywhere!) Certain situations bring what is important in life, into clear focus. And for me, that is my 2 boys. I cannot imagine life without either one of them. I don't know what I did to deserve such amazing blessings, but the Lord is good!

dedication video

This is a video of the baby dedication part of the service on sunday. We were so very encouraged and blessed by all the people that came to support Jonah & us as we dedicated him and our little family to follow in God's footsteps. It is our hope that when Jonah gets old enough to make a choice for himself that he can draw from the experiences he has had with us and our extended family that show him how much God loves him and desires a personal relationship with him. That he may live, love, and lead like Christ.

Jonah's 3 month pix

better late than never right? ;)
we had a wonderful weekend! my grandma & uncle wally came to town on Friday night & met Jonah for the 1st time. We call her "G.G." (short for great grandma)
Heidi and Aaron flew in from Ft. Collins very late Friday night, but we didn't actually get to spend any time with them till Sat night b/c Heidi had finals this week to study for. (and they already turned around & went home :( On Sat my grandpa & (step)grandma came to town *hi JoAnne!*
And we all got together for dinner @ my parent's house. Of course Jon & Amanda were there too.

This morning we dedicated Jonah at church & to our crowd we added my Aunt Chelle, Mark & Travis. And Dean's whole family too. It was great to see everyone, but a little overwhelming considering I'm pretty sure I had my 1st migrane. grrrr!

Jonah was soooo good today! He barely made a peep! I just love him to pieces & I am so proud to be his mommy! I know I was a little disappointed when I found out he wasn't a girl, but now I can't imagine it any other way! He & the dogs got me an endless summer hydrangea for mothers day. love it!