2 months...

This month has been such a joy! You are one amazing little guy.  I just want to show you off to everyone we know. Who am I kidding, I show you off to people I don't know. I'm one of those people now and I couldn't love it more! 

YOU make my heart so proud. Your little personality is starting to shine and you are constantly cracking me up!

 What have we been up to this month? Well, we have mastered nursing & I am so thankful I stuck it out. You're starting to get squishy thighs. They are to die for.

 

You've been napping in your crib almost exclusively. Here you are 5 weeks fresh napping for the first time in your crib that I spent so many weeks praying over. Precious. Such a sweet reminder of how good our God is. 

 I've mastered bath time with you. I can do almost anything one handed. 

I saw your first smile and even had the phone out ready to snap a picture. 

It melted my heart more than words can express and each day that I get a new one just makes me squeal with delight. 

The two of you are hilarious and I can't wait to see your relationship grow.

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We visited the station several times and you made your 3rd TV debut. First one actually in studio, and Daddy still has fans that come up to him to tell him how perfect you are. I can't say we disagree.

We celebrated our first Christmas together as a family of three. BOY was it eventful. It snowed, Daddy's car got ran into twice on the way to our Christmas round 2. The police came, everyone was safe. We celebrated with family and when Daddy got ready to leave for work, his keys were locked in his car with it running, blocking the whole driveway. We waited two hours for AAA, you were fussy. But we smiled through it as we tried to remember we were making memories that one day we would look back on and laugh. :) 

That same week we celebrated our last first Christmas together. This one wasn't quite as crazy.

 Last but not least we had your 2 month well check appointment.

You weighed in at 10.13 & you were 22.5 inches long. 

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Long story short, I know which cry is which like the back of my hand. I'm starting to know your sleeping patterns and more than doubting myself as a mom, I'm confident. I know I can do this. I won't ever be perfect, but I promise to always try my best. :)

One Month...

One month down, my dear. Can't hardly believe it! This month has been great. but I know they will just get better and better. This last week you started sleeping one 4-5 hour stretch accompanied by a 3 hour stretch. That has been great for both of us. :) 

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We went on our first family "vacation" to Tulsa (ha!) for the day to do some Christmas shopping. You did amazing and we even got you the cutest long johns I've ever seen in my entire life. Do you see those snaps?! I die.

We went to your 1 month well check: You weighed in at 8lb. 10oz, 20.5 inches long. They assured me you were perfect and we talked about nursing and how well you were doing. You are such an easy going baby. You had your first shot. I wish I could tell you I cried like a normal mom, but I honestly laughed with tears in my eyes. The nurse came in so quick and just stabbed it right in your little thigh and she was out the door faster than I could say potato. It was crazy fast, but looking back-I wish they were all that fast. She was great, and you only cried for a split second. 

We took you to go see Santa. You two were adorable. I LOVE that this is your first picture with Mr. Claus. Thank you, North Pole City. 

As far as first months go, I'd say this was a darn good one. I love you more each day. :)

Love, 

Mommy

3 weeks...

Garrett Asher,

What cutie boy you are with your eyes on. Today you turned 3 weeks old! I can't hardly fathom that next week we'll be celebrating one month in the world, together! Unreal! You are a dream baby. I almost feel guilty when people ask me how you're doing, because honestly you're the sweetest thing. 

You eat, you sleep & then you poop. Then we repeat. When you sleep you are so precious, I could just watch you the whole time. Most of the time I choose that over vacuuming/unloading the dishwasher... I just know as soon as I look away you've grown again. So instead, I just watch you and take in these precious memories.

You also started making the sweetest little baby squeaks. Oh my gosh, be still my heart. It is so adorable listening to you find your voice. It makes me so proud to call you ours. My heart nearly bursts. You're also hitting a big growth spurt this week. You are hungry all.the.time! Which let's be honest, is exhausting for both of us, particularly in the middle of the night... but when you have a full belly you are such a sweet sleeper.

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 I love being home with you, but I get antsy around the house- so we've been staying bus and are pretty much always on the go.

We went on our first walk around the neighborhood

We visited Daddy at the station. You were a hit! ;)

But all in all...

THESE moments, make the night shift worth it. We are so thankful for you! Happy three weeks, sweet baby boy!

2 weeks...

My dearest Garrett,

this week you turned 2 weeks old.

You started smiling in your sleep this week. I know they aren't intentional yet, but they melt my heart just the same. We also switched from nursing to pumping/bottle feeding back to nursing. I'm not sure why exactly, but I'm one determined lady & we're figuring this thing out together. No one said this would be easy, but you sure make it worth it. You also let me sleep for 5 straight hours on Tuesday. We were back to our usual 2-4 hour stretch right after, but it was dreamy while it lasted! Thank you for that. We spent our first night away from Daddy. He had to travel for work to the OSU/Baylor game in Waco, Tx. I survived and you did too, but boy were we glad when he returned. While he was gone I ventured out with you on a secret mission to make some Christmas gifts for our family. They are perfect and I can't wait to show them off. 

Here we are on our date Mommy/Son date... 

We also went on our first date with Esly (and Megan) this week! We met up at Target, (duh!) and even went and picked her up from school. You two were adorable and she is so fascinated with you. Not that I want to wish the time away, but I'm so excited to see you two grow up together. It makes my heart so full. :)

You are just such a joy!

Love, Your Mommy

Thanksgiving 2012...

I think this was my favorite Thanksgiving of my life. Here we are as a new family of three. :)

After spending the first part of the day with Dylan's family he was off to work for the first time since we had our son. 

I was super worried how I would manage the rest of the day by myself, but I figured it out and he was great anchoring with some of our favorites. They were so wonderful and kind in his return to work. Dylan even got to thank all the sweet people in Oklahoma who have been wishing us well and praying for a safe and healthy baby and delivery. So that was a sweet surprise. :)

Before Dylan went back to work we convinced him to hang our outside Christmas lights. Garrett and I had a picnic in the front yard, while Dylan hung the lights. Clearly, our job was exhausting. It all looks fantastic & I'm so thankful I have a husband who is helpful.

 After Thanksgiving round 2 with my side of the family, we all decided to keep the tradition alive and head to Target for Black Friday. I bundled up Garrett as cuddly as can be and we were off. My family takes Black Friday so seriously, so I was very thankful to not miss it this year. I sent this picture to Dylan and what do you know-we were on the news again. ;) Garrett and I now have been on TV twice in two weeks. I'm already trying to figure out how we can be on next week. ;) Kidding of course.

Friday morning we went to the Christmas tree farm to continue our black friday tradition. We picked out a pretty good one, if I do say so myself. :) 

Hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday as well! 

Happy Thanksgiving! 

7 days fresh...

Garrett,

You are one week old! This picture is about as good as it gets with our stickers...We'll try again next Wednesday :)

 You watched your first Celtics game with your Daddy when we were still in the hospital.

 I spent my time staring at you and holding you being a sweet cuddly babe. I have absolutely fallen in love with you and your cute self. Especially when you yawn. My goodness. I think it might be my favorite. 

 We went to the Pediatrician's office and I got to brag about how great you are. I also cried when we talked about breastfeeding/pumping. I was a hot mess of hormones, but she assured me it was normal & you got to show off your beautiful blue eyes. 

 And this is how we spend our nights: you sleep peacefully in between feedings/diaper changes and I just stare at you. I can't even begin to believe that you were in my belly just 7 days ago. You are an absolute miracle. I should probably sleep when you do, but how could I? You're already changing so fast. You are adorable and are so sweet natured I just want to soak up every second. 

Love, 

Your Mommy.

(that sure feels good to say!)

Introducing...

Garrett Asher Buckingham

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