8 Weeks Old!

Andrew's first Christmas!

We had a great Christmas this year; it was especially nice to share it with Andrew. Andrew woke up bright and early smiling in anticipation for his first Christmas. Walter, Andrew and I opened our presents at home and then hurried over to Auntie Ann's for Christmas breakfast with the family. After breakfast we headed home for some relaxation and to play with all our new toys. For Christmas dinner we went to cousin Ali & Terence's house - we had beautiful meal and ate way too much pie.


Andrew's first Christmas pajama's


Andrew with his first ever Christmas present


It was a cool shirt!


Helping mommy open presents


Hanging with Grandad...


and Nana!


Bundled up in his new hat


The family!

Meeting Salt Lake friends and Family!

Andrew and I had a great trip to SLC. He got to meet lots of family and friends. Here are some photos from our trip.



Reading the paper with Grandma


Great Grandpa Phil


Grandpa George and Andrew lounging


Picking up Uncle Phil at the airport


Mom and I hanging with Andrew



Grandpa Robert and Teresa


Uncle Phil with my god-daughter and her sister (Mikaela and Kristen)


Uncle Phil and Andrew talking to each other


Great-Aunt Edna


Sleeping with cousin Chelsea




Saying goodbye to Grandma at the airport

Andrew's first flight.

Andrew and I flew to Salt Lake to visit family and friends before Christmas. He was very good on his first plane ride, he slept the whole time. Hopefully the plane ride home will be just as peaceful.

Getting ready for Christmas.

Andrew and Santa!


The whole family

4 weeks old!

Andrew is growing quickly, he now weighs in at 11lbs. Here are a few new photos.

(the sweater adds a few pounds)

taking a nap

tummy time

Go Bronco's!

Andrew had a big day on Friday. He helped mommy and daddy put up our Christmas lights. Being all bundled up made him very sleepy but he was very cute in his bunting and hat. We also went to Aunt Ann and Uncle Lavon's house for the BSU football game. Daddy can't wait until Andrew is old enough to watch the game with him.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Andrew had his first Thanksgiving today. We started the day at Aunt Ann and Uncle Lavon's house. We had a great meal and like always Andrew slept through it all. We also made a stop by Great-Gram's house for a little extra turkey and pie. Andrew slept through this stop also, Grandad Clyde is still waiting to see Andrew with his eyes open.


Nana Bonnie and Andrew


Our first Thanksgiving together at Great-Gram's

2 weeks old

Andrew's 2 week picture

Daddy time!

Walter has really taken to being a dad, Andrew is one lucky boy. Here are some new photos of my two favorite boys!


Daddy feeding Andrew his first bottle!


Chewey and Lucy have to share daddy's lap now!

Week of firsts!

Andrew has had a good second week of life filled with lots of firsts. He got to watch his first BSU game with his cousins last Saturday and like his shirt says he is already a fan. Tuesday he had his visit with the pediatrician. Andrew is looking very healthy and gaining weight quick, he is now weighing in at 9lb. 12oz. No one can believe his life started with trouble feeding. His belly button is all healed now so he got to take his first real bath. He seemed to really enjoy it, a lot more than the cool sponge baths he had been getting anyway. Andrew also got to experience his first shopping trip to the mall with mom and grandma Terry. Just like a man he was bored and slept through the entire trip.


Andrew with his favorite Aunt Ann, Uncle Lavon and cousin Emma cheering for BSU!


Watching football with Grandad Clyde


Andrew's first bath


Relaxing in his robe


Grandma Terry with Andrew at the mall

Home at Last!

We're settling in nicely at home. Danielle's mom Terry is staying with us for a few weeks to help out around the house. It's been nice having her here.

Andrew's first night was great - he only woke up every 3 hours or so to feed and was quiet the rest of the time. Last night, however, was a different story - he was up every 30-45 minutes fussing. Not a good night of sleep for the new parents!

Thanks to everyone who has called/visited/sent flowers/etc. -- we really appreciate it. Here are some pictures of Andrew with family and friends:


Andrew with his Nana Bonnie



Andrew with Grandma Terry (and Chewey)


Andrew with "Auntie" Autumn on her birthday


Andrew with friends Adam and Sara

Heading Home!

The results from Andrew's swallow test came back; everything looks good other than a little reflux. We met with an occupational therapist who taught us some techniques and massages that should help with his swallowing. The doctors gave the go-ahead to discharge him from the hospital!

Now we just needed to get Danielle discharged -- she has been suffering from a numb left knee since the delivery -- her doctor wanted her to meet with a physical therapist before leaving the hospital. It was very difficult to track down a PT, but finally at about 3 PM she met with a physical therapist who examined her and determined that it's probably just a pinched nerve from labor. It should get better over the next few days/weeks.

Finally we packed up and headed home, but not before stopping at medical supply store to rent a walker for Danielle. Awesome.

It's very nice to be home, but a little scary too. Here are some pics:


Andrew in his going home outfit


Mommy strapping him in for the ride home!


The happy family about to head home


Andrew lounging on Mommy's lap


Resting by the fire (just for the picture)