2 months

My sweet handsome man.  You make me smile every day and now you are smiling back.  You make little "coos" and smile because you are proud of yourself.  You little voice is sweet as ever.  And your smile lights up our hearts every time.

What you are doing now is still the same as last month, eating, eating, sleeping and sleeping.  You lay in our arms and stare right at us, as if you are memorizing our features.  I love laying with you.  I will wrap you in a blanket, into a loose swaddle, and we will just chill on the coach.  You are perfectly content with doing nothing but cuddling.  This makes Mommy happy.  I cherish the moments when we do snuggle. 

Madison loves doing anything you are enjoying doing.  When you are in the swing, guess who is right next to you.  When Mommy puts you down for a nap, guess who is trying to climb into the bassinet.  When you are enjoying tummy time, guess who is lying on top of you.  There are never moments of alone for you, other than we Madison is sleeping for her nap or for the night.  I used to feel bad thinking you never have our full attention but then I guess this is what a family is about.  We all share our best moments together now. Truly, I feel like we are extra blessed in that way.

My sweet boy we love you and can't wait for the next lifetime of memories with you and your sister!

meeting the stewarts

The other part of our weekend, when not planning the Halloween Party, was spent with our beautiful nephews and family.  The time is always too short but each moment is cherished just a little more.

Ben was taking a test most of the first day and the boys kept asking, when is Ben home, in how many more minutes.  Ben is a HIT every time the nephews see him.  Ryan and Nick are glued to him the entire time. It is so sweet to see.

Kari and I actually got some quality time together as well.  We both had our youngest with us but thankfully they both took a nap at the same time so we were able to catch up without being interrupted 20 times.

We had a great time and can't wait until the next....

 

 

carson's 1st month photobook

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carson's announcement

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3rd annual halloween party

Our 3rd Annual Halloween Party was a success! We had such a great time with all our friends and family (thank you Stewarts for coming down).

I love seeing everyone all dressed up and just letting loose, having fun, enjoying themselves.  This year was no different.

 

Ben dressed up as Maverick from Top Gun this year.  His friend, Tim, dressed up as Goose.  Both build and fly RC Airplanes and received TONS of static for doing so.  They had it set up so when Tim walked in the door the Top Gun theme song was playing.  Everyone was laughing.

 

I dressed up as "Flo" from Progressive.  I poofed my hair, sprayed it black and not one piece of hair moved all night.  Washing it...That is another story and about 6 shampoos ago.

 

Madison was a cute little Tinker Bell.  I really think the little ones look the best dressed up as sweet fairies.  She as adorable! 

 

Carson was forced into his Giraffe costume and wore it proudly by sleeping in Pia's arms most of the night.  She has just the right touch with those babies!

 

Ben's brother, Matt, and his family all came out again this year to enjoy the festivities.  I think the boys are the hit of the night.  Everyone keeps mentioning how polite Ryan is, how adorable Nick is and how sweet Lucas was.  One example from Jannic was when Nick broke Ryan's ramp Ben made for him, Ryan politely turned and said "Nick, this is why you don't get to play with my stuff." And respectively walked about.  I mean, a first grader!!!  Such sweet nephews we are blessed with!

 

Everyone pitched in making food, creating beautiful desserts and then devouring most of it.

 

 

Sweet Pia

Madison LOVES Pia so very much

Madison was SCARED to death of the gorilla so Garth was not able to wear it most of the night.  Little Grace was the sheriff and Greta the prisoner

Lucas needed a break from his giraffe costume!

Such a great party!

Pia and Jannic, the redneck

This was another VERY scary costume Madison did not enjoy!

1 month

Hello My Sweet Carson,

Mommy can not believe you are 1 month old now.  Your sweetness is shining through that very serious face of yours.  When I look down at you, my heart melts for the deep love I have for you.  Since you came into our lives I feel a completeness.  Our family is this puzzle that finally has all the pieces.

You didn't want to be left out so you jumped on the dairy and soy allergy train.  Yes, you too have dairy and soy allergy which leaves mommy with very few food options.  Nuts, meat, fruit and vegetables are the only choices.  You are with every minute I just want to sneak a piece of cheese or glass of milk.

Unfortunately reflux also runs in the family but I feel like we finally have that under control.  You were on Zantac and Prevacid but were just taken off Zantac because the medication did not help at all.  Now you don't spit up every feeding but when you do your poor little eyes get all red and then a fair amount comes back up.  Fussiness after feedings is normal with you but hopefully once we reach the 4-6 month mark the sphincter will be fully developed and you won't have reflux.

We catch you smiling every now and again, especially when you are nursing.  I think you just love being so close to Mommy, but maybe I am biased.  Last night Daddy was talking to Mommy and all of a sudden, you looked up at him and gave him a huge smile.  Daddy was excited.  We see that handsome smile and our love for you grows, if that is even possible!

You love tummy time for about 10 minutes but your sister loves you having tummy time even more.  She always wants to be near you, touching, holding your hand or kissing you.  She laughs as you lay there and will lay next to you for some added company.  I caught her trying to brush your "teeth" the other day.  Your face was a bit unsure of that small taste.  She shares her babies' bows with you often and ALWAYS gives you your paci.  Even when you are sleeping or perfectly content.  She loves hers so you must love yours.

Carson Benjamin, you have brought our family such love and laughter already.  I can not wait to see what the next month will bring.

Weight: 9 lb 15 oz (1 month old)
(1 month and 1 week = 10 lbs 15 oz)

Height: 23 in

The face says it all

Here is your paci brother

lost footage

Forgive this forgetful mother but I missed some of the fun pictures of my parents with the kids in the park when they came for a visit.  Plus, my sister visiting as well.  For some reason (long story) they were split in two folders.

Do you know when you know you forgot something but just can't put your finger on it?  Well this is the lost footage