Big Cry!!!

Sam was having a gay old time in his exersaucer this morning--- Playing with all the animals--- standing up tall and strong--- Bryan had taken several pictures--- all was well. My, how quickly things change! : )

Prayer Request

Tonight Bryan and I have a very important prayer request for anyone who is able and willing.

Early Saturday morning Bryan's grandpa, Pat- otherwise known as Pappy, had a stroke. He is currently at St. Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Thankfully, he is with-it mentally. His physical abilities and movement, however, have greatly decreased over the last twenty four hours and he is now basically paralyzed on his left side.

Bryan and I, along with our family, would appreciate any prayers you can send our/ Pappy's way. God wouldn't give Pat anything he couldn't handle and we are very hopeful. I will update you when we know more. Thanks for keeping our family in your thoughts.

On the Move

I get stuck in corners now...

but Mom helps me...


I started in the ocean...

and ended up stuck rolling into the couch...

I thought it best to give up and wait for help!

Dedication

Our whole family came out for Sam and Daniel's dedication this past Sunday. Bryan and I were proud to dedicate Sam's life to the Lord and we were so thankful our family could be there to be part of it. I didn't take nearly enough pictures at the church or all weekend! : ( Our little apartment was full of joy and bursting at the seams- all went really well. We had a great day and a great weekend!!


Samuel


Daniel




I'll post more pictures from the weekend soon! JR

Sam Went Swimming!!!!!

Wednesday it was almost 90 degrees here so Sam went swimming for the first time!!!!! Ab and I took the kids to the pool at our place for the afternoon. Sam did such a great job!!! We started by walking around for a bit to get used to the water and then I put him in his funny lilly pad floaty thing. He loved it... laid back and lounged... leaned forward and licked the water as it spashed up... looked all around!!!! We even practiced laying on his back in the water and relaxing so I'm sure he will be black floating by summer's end! Being an old life guard and swimming lesson instructor, it's funny how proud and excited it makes me to watch him enjoying the water.

Sam and Mom-

The pool at our place-

Ab, Kate and Luke-

And Daniel... he preferred to walk around the pool instead-

Cashed after his first swimming adventure-


Then last night, Bryan and I took Sam to a nearby rec to swim indoors and show his dad all of the tricks he has already learned in the pool! Sam did even better here... splashed around a ton... giggled... swam on his tummy and his back... floated with mom and dad in the little lazy river/ current pool!!! It was so much fun! Pretty sure our entire summer will be spent at the pool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mother's Day

I love you Samuel Patrick. Being your mom is my favorite job in this whole world and my second favorite title. You make us proud each day. Thanks for bringing us such joy over these last eight months. My first Mother's Day was a special one.

8 Months Old Today!

Sheesh!!!! I think I say this every month but where is the time going!? Sam arrived 8 months ago today! We have a happy, busy, noisey baby boy! Each day with him is such a blessing. Here are a few pictures from our nice weekend. Hope you had a great one too!

Friday night at home playing-

Sitting-

Dad got our attention as I snuck a kiss-

Crazy Dad-

Funny pose-


The first ten days of May...

Wednesday.

I love this picture of Sam playing on our bed yesterday. He was laying over his boppy and turning the pages of a plastic book (though you can't see it in the picture). He is one happy boy, that's for sure!!!

After the gym, Sam and I went for a walk. Doesn't he look delightful? He slept peacefully the whole hour.

Random Pictures

Here are a couple of older pictures from my cell phone...

Sam playing in the tub---


Snoozing with Dad at Valley West while I bought Sam's tux---


Happy with Grandpa at Hickory Park---

He's Looking So Old...

This afternoon in his red chair... Doesn't he look old??? He has a scratch by his eye... What a sweet boy...

Sleepy Sleepy

Sunday

Sunday after church, Sam and his dad decided to do some reading out on the patio. It was a little breezy for Sam but the had a good time...

Definately needed a nap after that!



Happy in his highchair after a yummy meal...

Loving his dad before bed...