Hunter's Life Book

So MANY Words

2010-09-09T15:38:00.001-07:00

Hunter you are SUCH A TALKER! You love to jibber jabber and you are saying so many words these days.Here are some of the NEW words you say some of which sound the same but you say them in context so we know what they mean.

Belly (ba-ba) usually paired with you grabbing your belly and lifting up your shirt.
Grampa (Pa-pa)
Baby (ba-ba)
No
Night Night (ni-ni)
Banana (nana)
Knock knock (na-na)
Cracker (kkkkkk) its kind of a strange k sound but that is what you say
Waffle (ffff)
Yummy (mmmmm)

Animal sounds:
Monkey (ah-ah)
Chicken (ba-ba-ba)

I am probably leaving out some words because you TRY to verbalize EVERYTHING now. If we say a word you often try and say it too. It is so fun to see you learn so much so quickly. You are so SMART!

I BELIEVE there are ANGELS among us!

2010-08-28T20:03:00.000-07:00

Just had a neat experience. Hunter has been waking up in the night here
in Ventura and I try to let him cry back to sleep which works at home in
HIS room but the new place may be different so he was still crying after
15 minutes so I went in wrapped him in his blanket and rocked him. He
was staring towards the nite lite and started to wave and say hi. Then
took his hands out of the blanky and signed more and finally he waved and
said bye. I know that there are angels among us and I am thankful they
take care of my baby boy.

FIRST BIRTHDAY!

2010-08-06T14:49:00.001-07:00

You are ONE YEAR OLD TODAY!!!! I cannot even believe that you are a year old...where did the time go? I have to say it has been the BEST year of my life! I am so blessed to have you as my son! Everyday is a new adventure in your life and I am so thankful to be a part of it.
So, Aunt Tricia talked me into this CRAZY idea of taking a picture of you at the EXACT time that you were born last year. Well, you were born at 2:58am so that ment that I had to set my alarm to wake up in the middle of the night! I snapped a picture on my phone of the baby monitor and posted it on Facebook, then I quietly snuck into your room, lined up the shot and clicked a quick picture...you FLINCHED and I RAN out of the room so you wouldn't wake up. It was fun and exciting...but then I couldn't fall asleep :(
Since we are having a family party for you on Saturday we didn't do too many things out of the ordinary today. Last night we went out for frozen yogurt and we got you your very own, but you were not very interested (oh well), what you were interested in was crawling around the store exploring.
Then this morning we decided to give you one of your presents...a gift from G'ma and G'pa Stewie...an All Around Chair! We busted out the video camera and brought it out and you LOVED it. Crawling all over it and LAUGHING! You were so proud of yourself too...it was too cute! Then, Daddy was off to work and we had a normal day playing, eating, napping, and Target for grocery's for your party. Daddy called around 4pm and said he could get off work early...so he did and we all went to dinner but you didn't eat a bite! I think your teeth must have been hurting or something. Then it was bath time and bedtime at 7pm as usual...so I thought, BUT you thought that since it was your birthday that you got to stay up late! by 8pm you were screaming so long we decided to let you play some more. It was actually kind of nice because we read books as a family!
All in all it was a GREAT first Birthday...but I am excited for your PARTY!

July - 11 Months Old

2010-08-04T16:01:00.000-07:00

You have REALLY been verbalizing a LOT now. You can't say any words "correctly" yet but here are the words you can say and how you say them right now:
Dada = Daddy
Mama = Mommy
Da = Dog
Ba-Da = Panda
FFFFF = Ruff (what a dog says)
Ba = Ball
Ha = Hi (always paired with a wave)
Ba ba = Bye Bye (also paired with a wave)

No more MOMMY

2010-07-22T19:41:00.000-07:00

Today I did NOT nurse you at ALL! I can't believe it! Today is officially the start of a new era. You are such a big boy. Everyday you AMAZE me with the things you know and are learning and I have so much fun teaching you new things too. Also, today was the first day that you were actually INTERESTED in drinking the cows milk...so I think you are finally ready to be weened. I love you sweet little Hunter and I am so thankful for the year that I spent nursing you. It was such a special experience for both of us. I'm glad we were able to bond in that way...and I am so happy to be your mother.

Photo day

2010-07-16T20:54:00.000-07:00

Today we went to Sears to take pictures for you Birthday Party invitations. You are going to have a Mickey Mouse Clubhouse birthday party so that is why we got the Mickey ears yesterday, and that is what you wore in the pictures along with your Mickey t-shirt. It was a fun photo shoot. I normally do your monthly pictures but I took you to Sears to alleviate some of my stress...and make it easier with two adults trying to get you to smile, etc. It went well...you, as usual, are and an amazing little guy! Of COURSE all the pictures were SO CUTE...because you are the cutest...and it was hard for me to pick one. I am just so excited to get the pictures and make your invitations...AHH...so many fun things coming up!

An hour with DISNEY

2010-07-15T20:19:00.000-07:00

Today we made a quick trip to Downtown Disney to buy you some Mickey Mouse ears. It was so fun! Even though we were only there for an hour it was so cool. We found some exciting things for your birthday party...and you found a CUTE Mickey stuffed animal...you wanted to hold all of them. You held tight to your Mickey all through the store. When we were checking out one of the cast members (who did the embroidery on your had...and we were talking to about your birthday party) came up to us and asked if we had gotten a birthday pin yet (the ones you usually only get if you go to Disneyland ON your birthday), I said no...and she went and got one for you! That right their made the trip worth it...I was SO EXCITED! I was a little emotional when we got there because it was your FIRST trip to the LAND of Disney which you KNOW I love!

Day 4 weening

2010-07-14T21:38:00.000-07:00

Today was pretty much the same as yesterday when it comes to how you feel about the cows milk. I have been trying to think of ways that you might like it more...warming it, sweetening it...I just don't know. Maybe I need to take away another feeding...I'm struggling with it. I wish I didn't have a deadline because that is what is tripping me out. I know that no matter what it will be fine, and you are getting plenty of nourishment from other foods...it just makes me nervous.

On another note we went to the Lagoon today with your friend "Bird." It was a WARM/HOT day...perfect for relaxing in the pool. We always have a good time at the Lagoon. You are such a sweet boy and I love to see you play with your friends, and splash in the water...you are just my favorite!

Day 3 WEENING process

2010-07-13T21:36:00.000-07:00

Again today we tried cows milk before your first nap and you didn't drink much...maybe a little bit more than yesterday but still not much. In the evening I was feeling bad about you not getting enough to drink so when we went to Target today I gave you a SPECIAL treat...JUICE! You drank the ENTIRE sippy cup of juice in the time that we were at Target...you were in hog heaven. You are just like your mom and dad...loves juice!

Day 2 WEENING process

2010-07-12T21:13:00.000-07:00

Today I realized that you LOVES to drink your juice so today I decided to try and only offer you milk as a drink so that when you were thirsty you were forced to drink the milk. Lets just say you did not drink that much today but you did drink about 1/3 cup of milk...so that is a start.

Day 1 WEENING process

2010-07-11T20:40:00.000-07:00

Today I am starting to ween you and I have mixed emotions about it. It is just so crazy that I have been nursing you for over 11 months...I didn't think I would ever get to this point. Nursing has been a special experience. You have been dependent on my body for 20 months now and it is strange that soon you will no longer be THAT dependent on me. Of COURSE you still NEED me (thank goodness) but it is just different.

I have been reading up about weening, and different approaches...I decided on the approach of stopping one feeding at a time and introducing the cows milk for that feeding. So, you are already down to nursing only 3 times a day (before every sleep, so 2 naps and one bedtime). This morning before your first nap you had your first SIP of cows milk. You were not a big fan...but you gave it a few sips then you were over it so I layed you down for your nap. You were not too happy about that but eventually went to sleep. Before your second nap I nursed you and you nursed for so long! You were so happy and gave me a big smile when you were done...making this that much harder to give up.

We will see how this goes...I am trying to ween you a little early so that I can leave you at home with Daddy while I go to Denver for a Scentsy Convention.

2010-01-20T14:15:00.000-08:00

Tuesday 1/19/10
Today Daddy and Uncle Brent went back to our Indio house to rap things up and make sure it was ready to be rented. We took a trip to Target and Ralphs. While at Target it started to rain so we almost didn't go to Ralphs. You were such a good boy, you slept at Target and even though you were awake at Ralphs you were so happy...we had a fun time singing and laughing. The storm really started to get going as we were leaving the store so we had someone help us out to our car which was so nice. After we got home we put a fire in the fireplace and watched the storm and TV. Then there was a tornado warning which made mommy a little nervous being all alone in our new house, but we said a prayer together and shortly there after the storm died down and the sun even popped out.
While we were watching TV today you were in your Exersaucer and you would play for a few seconds then look back at me and then go back to playing, and look back at me....it was a fun little game for about 10 minutes. It made me feel so special because I know you love me and were just making sure that I was still there.

Day 89

2009-11-17T19:27:00.000-08:00

Saturday 10/31/09
It is your FIRST HALLOWEEN!!!! We ordered some pizza and walked over to the Bigler's. We quickly ate a few slices and then headed out to trick or treat. You were already zonked out before we even headed out and slept 50% of the time. You woke up when we stopped at our neighbors house to say hello. We had a nice evening trick or treating and afterwards we watch a movie at the Bigler's and you snugled with daddy. I told dad "you can put him down" once you fell asleep, because he always tells me that when you fall asleep in my arms...and what do you think he said? "No, I'm ok!" He snuggled with you through the entire movie. He loves you so much!

Day 88

2009-11-17T19:20:00.000-08:00

Friday 10/30/09

Day 87

2009-11-17T16:58:00.000-08:00

Thursday 10/29/09

Day 86 - 12 Weeks Old

2009-11-17T16:29:00.000-08:00

Wednesday 10/28/09
Today we tried out your new Moby Wrap. We tried 2 different ways of holding you in it...facing out and the hug hold (facing mamma). You liked it a lot better than your sling. You had a nice nap while mamma got some work done.

Day 85

2009-11-16T23:30:00.000-08:00

Tuesday 10/27/09
We got your Bumbo today and you tried it out...you fit like a glove! You don't like sitting in it for too long yet, since you are still working on your neck muscles. Tonight was the Ward Halloween Party so we got dressed up in our costumes. You are the CUTEST little Banana EVER! Daddy and I were "Banana Farmers." You were majorly in need of a nap so you fell asleep soon after we got to the event. So, we just hung out with Dad at his booth (he was in charge of a booth...it was a carnival type party).

Day 84

2009-11-16T23:29:00.000-08:00

Monday 10/26/09
Today was a BIG day...Aunt Tara and Uncle Jon had to go to court today so EARLY in the morning they dropped off Jace and Allie before they left. So, we watched them today. Mommy was a LITTLE stressed. It is hard having 3 kids...2 being babies at different stages. Jace is mobile now and it was hard to keep him safe/entertained and take care of all your needs too. Luckily in the morning Allie was there to help out. While Allie was at school I wanted to do something nice for Tara and Jon so I took a few quick pictures of Jace in his "Mommy and Daddy Love Me" shirt...while doing that I had to take a quick picture of you. It ended up being a GREAT day in court for the Bigler's and they came over to our house afterwards to celebrate. Mommy was SUPER excited for them to get home because my "panic" button was definately turned on taking care of everyone. It always seems like everytime I watch both you and Jace at the same time...you are both NEEDY and it is tricky for me to jugle.

Jace:

Day 83

2009-11-16T22:34:00.000-08:00

Sunday 10/25/09

Day 82

2009-11-16T22:33:00.000-08:00

Saturday 10/24/09

Day 81

2009-11-16T22:32:00.000-08:00

Friday 10/23/09

Day 80

2009-11-16T21:53:00.000-08:00

Thursday 10/22/09
Today Daddy went out of town again but this time he left our car this time. So we ran some errands today. We went to the post office and mailed out over 100 bills, went to the bank, to Joann's, and Target. It was a nice outing. When we were at Joann's in line the older gentleman in front of us asked what isle I found you on and how much you cost. They later said that they just had their first grandson at the end of July...so they were comparing your size to their grandson. They were admiring you and you chunky body, and your alert awareness.

Day 79

2009-11-16T20:08:00.000-08:00

Wednesday 10/21/09
You were VERY talkative today! You were making so many fun talking noises this evening that we called up Grandma Stewie to let her hear you talk. You talked so much I could hardly get a word in edgewise...you wanted to tell my stories for me. I LOVE to hear you talk though...it is my FAVORITE. Your personality is REALLY starting to SHINE!

Day 78

2009-11-16T19:31:00.000-08:00

Tuesday 10/20/09

Day 77

2009-11-16T19:16:00.000-08:00

Monday 10/19/09
Today we had a nice hang out morning. Then we took a road trip to Rancho Cucamonga to meet up with possible business partners. Daddy and I needed to find out some more information to make a decision on what we are going to do. You were so calm and just hung out while we all talked business. Everyone said you are SO cute! (which of course is TRUE). While talking Chuck (the business owner) compared business to you...he said, "business is like this baby, you need to feed, nurture, and care for it to make it grow." After a nice drive home we had a nice evening at home as a family...enjoying each other's company!

Day 76

2009-11-16T18:45:00.000-08:00

Sunday 10/18/09

Day 75

2009-11-16T18:44:00.000-08:00

Saturday 10/17/09

Day 74

2009-11-16T18:43:00.000-08:00

Friday 10/16/09

Day 73

2009-11-16T18:42:00.000-08:00

Thursday 10/15/09

Day 72

2009-11-16T11:42:00.000-08:00

Wednesday 10/14/09

Day 71

2009-11-15T18:43:00.000-08:00

Wednesday 10/14/09

Day 70

2009-11-15T18:42:00.000-08:00

Tuesday 10/13/09

Day 69

2009-11-15T18:40:00.000-08:00

Monday 10/12/09

Day 68

2009-11-14T14:58:00.000-08:00

Sunday 10/11/09

Day 67

2009-10-13T11:40:00.000-07:00

Saturday 10/10/09
This morning you showed G'ma and G'pa Stewie how you can roll over!!! They thought you were amazing! I was surprised that you did it so quickly too, because sometimes it takes you a while to remember how to do it. I think you are starting to commit it to memory. Then we went over to the Bigler's house for pancakes. While we were there you and Gramma Stewie got some good snuggles in as usual! We later went home to hang out with Daddy for a little before EVERYONE came over to our house for dinner and a movie.

Day 66

2009-10-13T11:39:00.000-07:00

Friday 10/9/09
Today you had a normal day...sleep and play. In the evening we went over to the Bigler's when they got back from going to court and G'ma and G'pa Stewie were there to, so they came down for the weekend. Mommy made cookies for everyone and you played with G'ma Stewie.

Day 65

2009-10-09T16:50:00.000-07:00

Thursday 10/8/09
Today you had a strange day. In the morning I was trying to transition you into your pack n play for sleeping (since right now you sleep in your swing). I tried all morning to rock you to sleep, put you down, and keep you asleep. Then, I gave up because you were so tired. I put you in your swing and you slept most of the rest of the day. What was weird about the day for me was normally we have some fun play time together but today we didn't. You were either asleep or in the "zone," you were just a sleepy boy all day. Must be growing!

Day 64

2009-10-09T16:40:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 10/7/09
I thought today was going to be another day at home, Daddy was out getting our car windows tinted so we were stuck at home. Then, Daddy called and said get Hunter ready we are going out for a surprise. I was excited to go on an adventure, so we quickly got ready to go. We ended up taking a drive out to Mira Loma to meet up with Paul (Daddy's "business partner"). It was mostly business...and we drove around a lot. After Daddy doing "business" we went back to Paul's house and hung out with his family. His 2 year old daughter loved you. She just wanted to stare at you all the time. It was a nice change, and a fun little day trip.

Day 63

2009-10-06T22:36:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 10/6/09
Today I did your two month photo shoot. I took some just in a cute onsie from Aunt Bianca, and I also took some with you naked and wrapped in my "best blankie." When I was little I had a "best blankie" and I still have it, so I wanted to take a picture of my child wrapped up in my childhood. I tried to get you to sleep for the blankie photo shoot, but you will not have that. I had you fast asleep but you would not go back to sleep after I took your PJ's off. I don't think I will ever get a phot shoot with you asleep. You like to be alert! In the end I don't care that you weren't asleep...because you are so cute and I love all the pictures I took.

Day 62

2009-10-05T22:27:00.000-07:00

Monday 10/5/09
Today you are 2 MONTHS OLD!!! This morning during tummy time you ROLLED OVER! You technically did it once a few days ago, but today you did it 3x in a row! The first time I actually caught on tape because it was kind of a work in progress. You started to prop yourself up so I quickly hit record. Then you pushed yourself on your side....and finally you kicked a few times and where on your back. So, I called Daddy into the room and put you on your belly again and you did it a lot quicker, and in one motion. We tried it again and you rolled over so fast I didn't even have time to turn on the camera. Then we tried to get it on camera and you got camera shy, and cranky. You went down for a nap right after that.
In the evening when we were playing I was "rapping" for you and you were loving it. You first stared at me strangely, then laughed, and even danced a little. It was fun. I love our moments together.

Day 61

2009-10-05T21:23:00.000-07:00

Sunday 10/4/09
Today you had some SUPER fun play time today. You were laughing at Daddy making funny faces at you. You love your Daddy and I love to see the two of you interact. You also had some tummy time that you weren't too happy about. You did not want to use your muscles to lift your head up...I think you just wanted a nap. All in all it was another nice day chillin' at home in our PJ's watching Conference and being a fun family.

Day 60

2009-10-05T20:13:00.000-07:00

Saturday 10/3/09
Today was your first General Conference...you actually watched the first session. You sat on the the bed laying on Mommy's pillow watching the laptop (we watched it online). Since it was Conference we all stayed in our PJ's all day. We had a nice and calm day. You had a lot of good naps while Mommy COOKED. I made two types of bread (banana and pumpkin chocolate chip), lunch, and dinner for the missionaries.

Day 59

2009-10-05T19:54:00.000-07:00

Friday 10/2/09
This morning you got some Daddy time, he watched you while Mommy went to see Dr. Bodon. Your Daddy loves you so much...and you have so much fun with him. He usually does a lot of exercises with you, or slings you over his shoulder. it is to cute. Later we picked Allie up from school and after we hung out at the Bigler's. While there you watch a Baby Einstein movie for the first time and you LOVED it. You sat in the bouncer and kicked your legs and smiled. Allie also had a fun time playing with you. She loves you! Then tonight I attempted to put you to sleep in the pack and play...but that is going to take a while to get you use to sleeping on a flat surface. You are so use to sleeping in your comfy swing. We will keep trying. I want to get you use to the pack and play, and get you sleeping through the night and then I will transfer you into your bedroom.

Day 58

2009-10-05T19:14:00.000-07:00

Thursday 10/1/09
This morning while watching you at the gym, you like to kick some of the toys, and I think you were doing it on purpose. You always love to kick you legs like you are running away, or riding a bike, but you were kicking one leg out to the side to hit the toy. You are so smart and I know that you were figuring out what you like.
Later we ran a bunch of errands...doing some returns. You looked so cute in you carrier at Walmart, just chillin' that I had to take a picture of you.

Day 57

2009-10-05T19:06:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 9/30/09
This morning while you were "exercising" I put you on your belly for some tummy time and a few minutes later BAM...you ROLLED OVER!!!! Now it was probably a little bit of a fluke, and you probably wont do it again for a long time, BUT you did it all by yourself. You were holding your head up and then trying to rest it on your right arm. Then you straighten out your left arm and your weight propelled you. It was so exciting! I told Daddy to look and put you back on your tummy to see if you could do it again, but no luck. I will definitely continue to do tummy time for you as much as possible to see when you realize you can flip your self over.

Day 56

2009-10-05T18:19:00.001-07:00

Tuesday 9/29/09
Today Daddy had to go to some meetings out of town and he took our car, so we couldn't go anywhere. We had to meet up with the Bigler's to take their family photo, but on top of the fact that we didn't have a car, the stroller was in the trunk of the car, so I carried you in your carrier to the park...and boy you are getting heavy. I weighed you on our scale and you are pushing 13 or 14 pounds not. Our scale isn't digital so it is hard to read exactly, but I know you are GROWING!
Also, while we were playing today I was able to catch a GREAT smile picture! I LOVE that you are smiling at me more and more. You are also starting to play with your tongue more...it is cute.

Day 55

2009-10-05T18:19:00.000-07:00

Monday 9/28/09
Another day around the house with Mommy...play time, naps, tummy time, and eating. I really enjoy every minute with you, watching you grow and learn new things. One of my favorite things is your laugh, sometimes when you are laughing you cough a little...it is too cute. Then dinner at the Bigler's.

Day 54

2009-10-05T17:28:00.000-07:00

Sunday 9/27/09
At church today you would NOT sleep...which stressed Mommy out a little bit because I had to make copies for Relief Society and then conduct the Relief Society meeting. Daddy tried to take you for a while but then handed you off because you were crying and needed me. It all worked out in the end. One of the women in RS held you for a little while and I had to pry you out of her arms. You are just too cute, no one wants to give you up.
One of your new favorite things during play time is for me to sing you songs with hand motions. Your favorite is "Itsy Bitsy Spider" because the spider climbs up over your head and you like to look up at it.

Day 53

2009-10-05T17:18:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/26/09
Didn't to anything note worthy today but I just MARVEL at how much I LOVE you! and how everyday I love you more and more. It is indescribable how much I care for you and how I think you are the cutest little guy ever.

Day 52

2009-10-05T16:05:00.000-07:00

Friday 9/25/09
Today we played a lot in the morning...we practiced our "smiles," we had some time in the "GYM" (baby gym of course), and some "tummy time." I was trying to capture a smile on camera, which was hard because you will smile at me but when I put a camera in front of my face you stop. I finally caught this cute smile and I got some video.
Your MILESTONE for the day was that you grabbed and held onto a toy on your own!!! I was so excited.

Day 51

2009-10-02T18:47:00.000-07:00

Thursday 9/24/09
Today you had a ROUGH day...something was making you not feel well at all. Normally you are an excellent night sleeper and were down to only waking up once a night, but last night you were up every 2 hours screaming. Most of the time you were not hungry, something was just bugging you inside and you needed to be comforted back to sleep. Then during the day you had similar problems. I have been reading my "Babies First Year" book and thought that maybe you could be dehydrated so I fed you A LOT today. Towards the end of the day I was nervous so I called the Doctor. He said he did not think you were dehydrated since you were having wet diapers and to wait through the night and if in the morning you were still having the same problems to call and make an appointment. After not having really any naps through the day you finally zonked out around 6pm and got a nap in. We will see how the night goes. I hope you feel better!!!!

Day 50

2009-10-02T17:55:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 9/23/09
We went to help the Bigler's unpack today...pretty uneventfal for you, but you had a MASSIVE blow out while we were there. You rarely have one, at this point in your life I could probably count them on one hand.
In the evening while snuggling you to bed I had Daddy take a picture of us, since I'm usually the one taking the pictures.

Day 49

2009-10-02T16:54:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 9/22/09
You love to hang out on your changing table (aka my vanity) and stare at yourself in the mirror. You have so much fun and it is so cute. You sometimes even look at me through the mirror and we have fun times together!

Day 48

2009-10-02T00:10:00.000-07:00

Monday 9/21/09
This morning you SMILED at ME for REAL!!! I was talking to you and you looked at me and smiled for a long time then Grandma Stewie talked to you and you smiled at her. We did it multiple times and you kept on looking up and smiling. It was so exciting to have you actually react to us. I can't wait for all the smiles to come!
We went shopping with Grandma Stewie, Aunt Tara and Jace to look for new couches for the Bigler's. We were out and about all day and you did awesome. You are such a good baby boy. Also you were wearing the cutest shirt today, it said "My Dad is RAD" so you were telling the world today how cool your dad is.

Day 47

2009-10-01T23:23:00.000-07:00

Sunday 9/20/09
This morning while mommy was getting ready you hunk out with G'ma and when I came to get you so she could get ready...you were blowing bubbles. So, I ran to get my camera to capture it. After church today we went over to the Bigler's to help them unpack some more. You got some good snuggle time in with Gramma Stewie during your nap while Daddy and I swam with cousin Allie.

Day 46

2009-10-01T23:09:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/19/08
I love your hair so much...it starts to get a little greasy and goes CRAZY...I love it! Pictures don't do it justice to how crazy cute it is.

Day 45

2009-10-01T22:13:00.000-07:00

Friday 9/18/09
Today Daddy went out of town for a few days so we are on our own for 48hours. We went to help Tara and Jace finish cleaning up and you and Jace hung out together for a while in the EMPTY house. Then this evening we walked over to Tara and Jon's house with Panda. It was fun...you did so good and I think had fun. It was a nice walk and I'm excited to do it again.

Day 44

2009-10-01T22:12:00.000-07:00

Thursday 9/17/09
Today was a hang out day. You hung out in your swing, with Mommy, and with Panda on the bed. Panda loves you, she likes to give you kisses. I make sure she doesn't give you kisses on the face...because that is yuck. If Mommy doesn't like it then I figure you wont like it either.

Day 43

2009-10-01T22:10:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 9/16/09
Today Mommy had an appointment with Dr. Bodon. I was so excited for her to see you again since she helped bring you into this world, and was my eyes into your world while you were growing in my belly. She is an AMAZING Doctor filled with knowledge, kindness, and understanding. When she walked into the room she came in with the normal Doctor question of "how are you doing?" but before I could even answer she saw you and was enthralled and was saying how cute you were. She also said that you were about the sized of her little girl who is 4 months old. I then told her that you are almost 12 pounds, and she said her little girl is only 10 pounds. You are a little chunk! It was so fun to see her and show you off.

In the evening we went to the Biglers to help them pack.

Day 42

2009-09-19T13:05:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 9/15/09
Today we relaxed and then help the Bigler's pack up. You just started to blow bubbles...it is so cute. I haven't been able to get a picture yet but I'm sure you will continue to do it. ;o)

Day 41

2009-09-19T12:24:00.000-07:00

Monday 9/14/09
Today you had your one month Doctor appointment and you have grown SO MUCH! You weighed 11 lbs. 10 oz., 21.5" Long, and 15.5" head circumference. You also got your Hepatitis B vaccination. While we were there I had a few questions for the Doctor, the biggest question I had was about you tongue. The conection under your tongue is very close to the tip of your tongue and I have been wondering if that will affect your speach in the future or if your tongue will grow. So I asked the Doctor to look at it and to tel me if it might need to be clipped. He looked and then said "I'm going to go get some scissors." Now I did not hear him say scissors and so I thought he was just going to get the shot, but when he came back I saw them in his hand and was SHOCKED. I said, "your going to do it now?" he said "yes it is a little tight." I didn't want to look but unfortunately I had to help him hold your arms down. It was one quick snip and he quickly gave you your shot in the leg. He then told me "pick him up and tell him you're sorry." I loved that because as your mom I want to protect you from EVERYTHING especially pain and so it is hard for me to watch you go through even a little pain like a vaccination even though I know in the long run it is good for you. So I snuggled you and then fed you and you calmed right down. You are such a brave boy. I love you so much!!!!

Day 40

2009-09-19T12:18:00.000-07:00

Sunday 9/13/09
Today you were VERY good at church, you needed to be held most the time but you hardly made a peep even though you were awake most the time. After church the Bishop gave us your Blessing certificate but I realized on the car ride home there were a BUNCH of mistakes they flip flopped your name to be Frank Hunter, they added a 1 in front of your birth date so it said you were born on the 15th and they misspelled Riverside. So we will have to get a new one next week. After lunch you and Daddy had a nap on the bed together. I love when you both are asleep on the bed because you always sleep in the same position as Daddy, it is so cute. In the evening we went over to the Bigler's for dinner and to help them pack up their house.

Day 39

2009-09-19T11:36:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/12/09
Today you watched your first football game with Daddy. You were gazing up at him like he was the coolest and you were trying to figure out how to do what he does. Then you both fell asleep in the chair. You also started sucking your fingers/thumb today. Daddy saw you sucking your thumb yesterday but this was the first time I saw it.

Day 38

2009-09-12T21:58:00.000-07:00

Friday 9/11/09
Today we had some special times hanging together, in the evening I read you some books. The best was the book "Love You Forever." It is such a cute book and it made me cry because it is true. When I read the book it says "she picked him up and rocked him back and forth, back and forth, back and forth" and as I read it I rocked you. It may sound dumb, but it was such a GREAT moment, and I hope we have more moments like that.

Always remember:
"I'll love you forever,
I'll like you for always,
As long as I'm living
My baby you'll be."

Day 37

2009-09-12T17:36:00.001-07:00

Thursday 9/10/09
Today is Mommy's BIRTHDAY! In the morning we did our new little routine of hanging out in bed as a family for a while and then around lunch time we went out with Daddy to run some errands, one of which was to the grocery store and Baskin Robins to pick up cake and food for a Birthday BBQ that Daddy planned to have with the Bigler's. At the grocery store I taught Daddy how to place your carseat on a shopping cart...he was amazed how it instantly locked into place, and I was LOVING looking at you as we walked through the store. You have been growing so fast and you are "chunking" up and I LOVE it. I can't get enough of you...you are too cute.
After our errands Aunt Tara called to see if her and Jace could come and hang out for a while...it was so fun just Mommy's and Babies chillin' together. We compared baby feet and BOY you have BIG feet because Jace is 5 months older than you and your feet were only and 1/8" shorter than his...his were wider but HELLO he is older. We also tried to lay you guys down next to each other to hang out but Jace REALLY wanted to play with you and was rolling over and grabbing your arm a little too roughly. So we nixed that idea for now. Panda had a fun time licking Jace all over while he was laying on the ground, it was funny.
A little later everyone came over for the BBQ. You were sacked out for most of it but woke up after dinner and were in my arms while I blew out my candles.

Day 36

2009-09-10T22:29:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 9/9/09
This morning after your 6:30am feeding I brought you in bed with Daddy and I put you in the middle. Daddy was still asleep, until you started tickling him. It was so funny. Later I had to scoot over towards Daddy to give you some space then Daddy got up and I though he was going to start working since it was already after 8am. Little did we know he just wanted more space and when we got up a little later we found him sleeping on the couch.
Then this afternoon I gave you a bath and you did so good for Mommy...and you smelt so yummy after (women LOVE the smell of babies). We didn't go anywhere today so we just enjoyed our time together, and you were a good sleeper today and Mommy even got a nap in...which I needed.
In the evening you had a HARD time. I don't know what was going on buy you had your SADDEST cry ever and you were hard to console. You were all clean and fed and I gave you medicine for gas...so I still don't know what was wrong but it was so sad. I hate not knowing what you need or are feeling.

Day 35

2009-09-10T21:35:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 9/8/09
Today I think you were busy GROWING because you slept most of the day. So I did some work for the business while you were napping and when you were not napping...I enjoyed ALL our time together. You make some of the BEST faces after you eat and I love to see what faces you will make each time. Today you made me laugh out loud because they were such cute faces! You are seriously the cutest boy ever. Also, you have this little shake that you do a lot, it is cute you have your hand in a fist and then you shake it real fast. Sometimes your leg does it too, it is like when you scratch a dog behind the ear and they shake their leg real fast out of enjoyment.

Day 34

2009-09-10T21:32:00.000-07:00

Monday 9/7/09
Today is Labor Day so Daddy did not have to work so we slept in as long as we could...which really meant Daddy and I took turns taking care of you for a few extra hours this morning so we could rest a little. We also all hung out in the bed together for a while and you were beating daddy up...you were punching him in the face...it was cute. Then we all went to Ihop for breakfast. You were awake most of the time but you just chilled in your carseat and didn't make a peep. Then while you took your afternoon nap Daddy and I painted the dresser for your room.
Tonight we went over to hour friends house (The Ayres) and they have 2 little boys (4yrs and 1yr old) who were LOVING you. Both boys just wanted to look at you and touch all your hair. Everyone was constantly talking about how cute you are. It was a nice day together as a family.

Day 33

2009-09-10T21:30:00.000-07:00

Sunday 9/6/09
This morning we slept in till almost 9am...you were stirring so I brought you in bed with Daddy and me and you relaxed right down and we were able to sleep in. We just hung out in the morning and you had your first ever "tummy time." You weren't a big fan because you didn't know what you were suppose to do (lift your head and exercise your arms). G'ma and G'pa Stewie had to leave in the morning to drive up to San Francisco area for my cousin Scott's wedding. A short time after they left we decided that we were going to go home. So Daddy and I quickly packed up our stuff and we were off! You slept the entire way home...you were so good. You had some more tummy time on the bed...which you liked a lot better...you just hung out for a while.

Day 32

2009-09-10T21:25:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/5/09
Today we hung out in the morning and you were enjoying a lot of awake time. Then Daddy went out to sell pest control for a little while and we went out to lunch to Urban Cafe with G'ma and G'pa. Then we went to Michael's to get stuff for your birth announcements. After that We went to introduce you to Gigi and Aunt Joyce. They LOVED you and had so much fun holding you. You were so excellent...you were calm and quiet and were so easy to pass around. They could not get enough of you. You made Gigi cry with happiness when we told her your middle name is after her husband...she just loved that. Also, you and Aunt Joyce share a birthday. The funniest moment while Gigi was holding you you let out a loud cry and it scared Gigi...she JUMPED. Luckily G'ma Stewie got it on video because it was too cute!
After the visit with Gigi and Aunty J we went out to dinner at Wood Ranch to celebrate Mommy's birthday and your one month birthday! They even brought out ice cream for both of us!
Also today we weighed you and you weigh 10 pounds 7 ounces! Which is how much mommy weighed when I was born. You have grown SO MUCH!!! I cannot believe it.

Day 31

2009-09-10T21:24:00.000-07:00

Friday 9/4/09

Today you went on your first ROAD TRIP. Daddy and I decided we wanted to go to Ventura for the weekend to get out of the HEAT. So after the cleaners finished cleaning our house (we hired cleaners to clean our home every other week so that I can work more on the business) then we packed up and hit the road. We kind of left at a weird time for you and therefore we had to stop along the way to feed you. Then we took a little different road there to avoid traffic. We arrived at G’ma and G’pa Stewie’s house around 7:45pm and they were so excited to see you! It was so nice to be in cool weather and we all slept with the window OPEN! Mommy didn’t sleep very well because I was paranoid all night about how you were doing, wondering if you are cold or comfortable in the car seat, etc. You did GREAT and I did lousy.

Day 30

2009-09-10T19:07:00.000-07:00

Thursday 9/3/09

Today we went with Aunt Tara and Cousin Jace to Target…mostly for fun, but we did need some things. Daddy bought himself some sunglasses so I get to buy myself some clothes. You were awesome like always at the store and hung out and slept the entire time.

Day 29

2009-09-10T19:05:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 9/2/09

Today was just a day at home for us, and I actually gave you a bath all by myself…that is my first time doing that. You needed a bath because you peed on yourself and I didn’t want to just wipe you up…I wanted you to be squeaky clean. You actually did really well this time…no big crying like your first bath. I think that the first bath your water was too cold and this time I made sure it was a little warmer. Also, today you are four weeks old! I cannot believe that time has passed so quickly. I took a bunch of cute pictures of you on the bed today. Just in a striped onesie and on the red blanket…but they look so cute!

Day 28

2009-09-10T19:04:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 9/1/09

This evening daddy needed us to go with him to pick up his truck in Hemet (he had to clean out a storage unit there from the company that we bought). So we took a drive. It was nice to get out of the house and all be in the car together. Daddy and I were able to talk a lot and solve some problems. We decided that we are going to hire a maid so that I don’t have to worry about the house work and I can spend more time with you and have more time to work as well.

Day 27

2009-09-10T19:03:00.000-07:00

Monday 8/31/09

Today was a hangout day…no big news…just special moments hanging out together. Loving your face and everything you do.

Day 26

2009-09-10T19:02:00.000-07:00

Sunday 8/30/09

Today went to church (actually we only made it to the second half of church…but that is still good). Everyone at church wanted to look at you and said how CUTE you are. After church we hung out at home for a while, took a nap and gave you your first real BATH!!!! You have been so good with sponge baths, but the real thing…you did not like at all. You cried and squirmed most of the time. Then in the evening we went over to the Bigler’s house for dinner and video games. You had eaten dinner right before we went over there so you mostly just snoozed away while over there…it was nice to hold you in my arms.

Day 25

2009-09-10T19:01:00.000-07:00

Saturday 8/29/09

Today was our first BIG family outing AND the first time I left you. For Christmas last year Daddy gave me season tickets to the theatre and we had one more show to see. We originally had tickets for the weekend you were born but we exchanged them for a later date. Tara and Jon had tickets too so we made plans to have G’ma and G’pa Stewie meet us down in LA to watch you, Jace, and Allie. So we caravanned down there with the Bigler’s and we met up with G’ma and G’pa at the Hollywood and Highland mall and ate at California Pizza Kitchen. Then it was time for us to go to the play and I had to leave you for 3 hours…I cried…but I knew that you were in good hands with your Grandparents. Daddy and I went and saw Leagally Blonde the musical. It was really fun but I missed you the whole time! So, after the play was over we met back up at the mall and hung out there for a while. We found out that while we were gone you had a big adventure while we were gone you all took a long walk all the way down to the theatre where we were, and you stopped at different sites along the way. You had a good long nap while we were apart and woke up just before I got back so I could feed you. After we hung out at the mall for a while and you enjoyed looking around at all the new things around you. On the way home we stopped at Ikea to pick up some drapes for G’ma Broadhead (daddy ran in to get them while you ate dinner in the car). Then we headed home after our Long adventure. It was a good day and good to know that we can go on a big outing and be ok.

Day 24

2009-09-10T07:00:00.000-07:00

Friday 8/28/09

Today was your first trip to Target! You will soon be a regular there, and when you get bigger we will buy popcorn and an icee everytime just like you cousins do. Again, you were WONDERFUL at the store. The car ride over put you to sleep and you slept the whole time.

Day 23

2009-09-09T23:23:00.000-07:00

Thursday 8/27/09
This morning I felt like a seasoned mother…I did a few things all by myself that I have been nervous about. I took a shower with you sitting in the bouncer where I could see you…every other time I have showered before today I have had someone watch you (you did awesome). Also, we went on our first trip to the grocery store, just me and you. I was nervous that you would start crying while we were in the store and not be consolable, BUT you were PERFECT! You fell asleep in the car, so I stopped and got some McDonalds first since I didn’t have breakfast yet. Then in the store you just snoozed away! THANK YOU! Then this afternoon I did a little photo shoot with you. You were awake and aleart and did REALLY well. I got some AWESOME pictures of you! I am probably going to use them for your birth announcement.

Day 22

2009-09-09T19:01:00.000-07:00

Wednesday 8/26/09

Today I gave you a sponge bath so that we can do a photo shoot tomorrow. You are VERY good with baths…you don’t fuss at all. You just get chilly and your chin quivers…it is so sad and so cute. In a few days we will be able to give you a REAL bath.

Day 21

2009-09-09T19:00:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 8/25/09

Today you slept pretty well this morning and I was able to get a lot of work done, which Daddy will be really happy about. We also got some snuggle time, which I ALWAYS enjoy. I am so thankful that you are my son…I love you so much…and it grows each day.

Day 20

2009-09-09T18:59:00.000-07:00

Monday 8/24/09

It was just me and you all day. Daddy went out and sold till 8pm tonight and by that time we were ready for bed. I had been busy all day taking care of you and me and TRYING to get things done. I did get some work done and a quick blog post.

Day 19

2009-09-09T18:58:00.000-07:00

Sunday 8/23/09

Today was your baby blessing. I was nervous about everyone getting to church on time…and miraculously everyone was early. Daddy gave you the blessing and I was CRYING…it was just so sweet and so neat that the baby blessing that I was listening to was for my son! The people in the circle for your blessing were: Daddy, Grandpa Broadhead, Grandpa Stewie, Uncle Jon, Uncle Damon, Josh Bennett (Dad’s friend), Bishop James, and Brother Frank (1^st counselor). It was such a wonderful moment and I am so thankful for your daddy and that he has the Melkezedik Priesthood and can lead and guide our family. After Sacrament meeting I had to change your diaper and feed you…but you were SO GOOD all through the meeting, you slept really well and were so quiet; except for during your blessing…you were voicing your opinion towards the end of the blessing. I think you were just trying to tell Daddy what to say! We took some pictures outside and then we all went home to have a BIG FAMILY BBQ! It was so nice and delicious. You were passed around like a football to EVERYONE who wanted to hold you. Also, Aunt Tricia also took your foot prints for some piggies and paws. We also tried to get your hand print but you would not have that at all…you were TICKED OFF!!! The sad part of the day was that everyone had to leave to go home.

Day 18

2009-09-09T18:57:00.000-07:00

Saturday 8/22/09

Today we got ready for COMPANY to come for your blessing tomorrow. G’ma and G’pa Stewie came into town around lunch time and then Aunt Tricia, Uncle Damon, Shane, and Trevor arrived around 6pm and we had a FUN night. Everyone played the Wii Resort game, which entertained everyone. Also, Cousin Shane and Trevor held you. It was a fun evening and everyone loved to snuggle you…like always.

Day 17

2009-09-08T18:57:00.000-07:00

Friday 8/21/09

Today you went on your first outing…we went out to dinner at the Olive Garden. You did really well. You slept through the first half of dinner and then you woke up because you had a wet diaper and then we held you through the rest of the meal. You were nice and quiet, but as soon as we were done eating you wanted to eat so I fed you in the car and Daddy and G’pa Broadhead went into Target and bought the movie 17 again. We watched that movie and Inkheart while you snoozed away.