Heaven on Earth

BATHS!  Last night I took a much needed bubble bath to relax and unwind.  It had been way too long, almost a year.  Prior to my pregnancy I took a bath at least 2-3 times a week.  For some crazy reason I decided not to take baths while pregnant, another irrational decision you make when you have been fertility challenged.  I believe now if I would have taken baths while preggo, Christopher probably wouldn't have colic:)  Ahhhh, so relaxing!

A BIG Day

Chris discovering Baby Turtle

Emily and her little girl Penny

Chris and Simon

To some I know this is going to seem trivial, but for us today's lunch date was BIG, for it had been a long while since Christopher and I ventured out into the real world for any sort of fun.  The day started out with Chris letting Mamma sleep-in until 6:30am, Chris grasping and playing with a toy for the first time, then us heading off to Little Toni's (a yummy local Italian deli) to get some sandwiches for our lunch date with our good friend Emily and her son Simon who is 1 week older than Chris. As we headed out for the day I was filled with mix feelings, thrill for this mini-adventure and a little anxiety of how it would all go.  Over the past month we have barely been able to make it around the block for a stroll without Chris breaking out in major protest.  Chris did good at Toni's, one of the guys behind the counter even commented on how good of a baby he was...He only protested a little towards the end of our purchase.  Then it was off to the Chamberlains, Chris fell asleep to G n R.  We arrived a little early so I drove around the neighborhood while Chris slept, soaking in the fresh air and fall leaves that surrounded us.  When Chris woke up we were inside the Chamberlain's home and he smiled at the sight of Simon, such a sweet moment:).  The rest of the day was simply perfect.  Emily and I got the chance to hang out and enjoy our yummy sandwiches and babies together.  We even managed a walk around the neighborhood together...Alright, Chris still protested a little at being in the stroller, but the moment I picked him up he was content the rest of the walk.   No major fits!  It was sooooo nice to get out...I know it did Chris and I both good!

2 Months

12 pounds 4 ounces

22 3/4 inches

Yes, two posts in one night...Need to Catch-up!

From Dark Days...

Rebecca and Chris                                  

Joshua and Chris

Jennifer, Kaethen, and Chris

and, Our great neighbor Phil and Chris

So, it has been awhile...Over the past two weeks Christopher hit his peek in colic/acid reflux (at least I hope this was the worst of it), and I hit my peek in exhaustion and frustration!  During this period of time Clint was working 12-14 hour days, so I was operating solo for the most part.  I managed along, but I couldn't of done it without our wonderful neighbors support and once again my girlfriend Jennifer.  Our neighbor Phil walked our dog Bear everyday during this time and often held Chris during his colic time, which like clockwork starts at 3pm everyday.  Phil's wife Bonnie brought me over dinner most of these nights.  One night they made the most scrumptious pork chops and mashed potatoes...a great comfort during this time!  Then, my girlfriend Jen, along with her one-year-old son Kaethen, came to the rescue for the weekend.  Without this support, I really would of been over the edge!  Even though we have no family close by, we are so blessed with the neighbors and friends that surround us.  The other day Clint's friends Joshua and Rebecca brought over a homemade pot of soup and an apple tart for lunch.  It is through this support that we are slowly but surely managing our way through the craziness.   Although Clint and I knew having a baby would forever change our lives, I can honestly say we were not quite prepared for colic coupled with acid reflux:)  We will not miss you when you are gone!

One a positive note, we went to the GI specialist the other day and after examining Christopher he didn't feel there was any serious health concern or damage from the reflux.  So we are slowly taking Chris off his meds and praying for brighter days for our boy soon! 

I need Tummy Time!

Christopher loves his new tummy time naps.  Finally a position during the day that eases his discomfort and allows him to sleep more than 10 minutes.  Now, if only I could have tummy time...I'm starting to feel a wee bit like a zombie from the lack of sleep:)