Moments with the McNamaras: September 2014

Friday, September 19, 2014

He’s Ours

This naked cowboy? Yep, he’s ours! And we love him! Something new every day with you Thomas Jon!

Just in case you turn into a beast someday, I want you to know how wonderful and sweet you have been the first 10 weeks of your life. I have enjoyed nearly every minute of you. You are mellow and adorable. I could just eat you some days, you are that cute. You eat and sleep well. You are like a little raccoon looking for food in the middle of the night. It makes me laugh every time. Last night, you were sleeping next to me (like you do every night) and you woke me up by kicking your little legs against me--nudging me until I finally gave in and woke. It made me laugh when I came to and saw what you were doing. I am sure it was like trying to wake a sleeping bear. But when I gave in and got up and carried you to your room to change your diaper at 2:15 AM you were smiling ear to ear and whispering sweet coos. I cannot not for one second be irritated, tired or crabby when you need something in the middle of the night because you are so STINKING HAPPY and CUTE! I don’t think I have ever changed your diaper in the middle of the night and not got the sweetest smile in return.

Or this morning, I was trying to multitask: breastfeeding you while drinking coffee and trying to email my family. So I started talking to Siri versus typing since I didn't have a free hand. I was rambling on and on. Talking really slow and loud so Siri could understand and I glance down at you while you are eating and you are smiling and laughing at me. You must think your mom is really special. Every time I would start to verbalize another sentence I would catch you looking at me and grinning ear-to-ear. It made me melt. I feel so lucky to share such wonderful interactions with you. You are such a blessing and surprise me all the time.

Maybe it is because I appreciate it more now that I know what it is like to have to go back to work after having a baby or maybe it’s because you are just easier than Tommy was, but I have appreciated every second of maternity leave with you. So in case you start getting ear infections or suddenly wake up with colic one day and turn into a beast—I want you to know that your first 10 weeks of life have been heavenly. The entire family adores you. You fit in perfectly.

Teddy's 2 Month Checkup

Teddy had his 2 month check up on Wednesday (9/17/14). We were about two weeks late so it was actually like a 2.5 month check. The good news is Teddy is very healthy and happy! For a little guy that was having trouble gaining weight in the beginning he has come a long way. In fact, when the nurse input Teddy’s weight, the computer flashed a warning asking her to double check the weight input because it was such a big increase! Teddy actually weighs more than Tommy did at 2 months if you can imagine that…looks like we are going to have another big boy on our hands! Teddy was so mellow, happy and flirty during his appointment. I think he might have a crush on his doctor!

Teddy’s 2.5 month stats:

Weight: 12lb 7 oz. (35%)

Length: 22 ¾” (17%)

Weight for length: (73%)

Head: 16” (77%) Looks like we have another big brain on our hands!

For comparison Tommy was 11lb 13 oz and 22 ¾”.

So cute and calm!

Checking my ears

Making sure my head is on straight :)

I love Dr. Montague. I couldn't stop smiling at her.

In fact, we had a whole conversation, just the two of us.

First shot

Ok, this stinks! I got over it pretty quickly though!

Willow River State Park

When we built our new house one of the things we were most excited about was the location. We can literally walk to Willow River State Park. I think between Susie and me, we have been there at least 50 times since we moved in. This past Sunday was the first time that the entire family has went on a hike together, including our dog, Joey. We walked to the waterfall and explored some other trails too. All the kids really enjoyed themselves. Maggie wanted to stay and explore/climb all over the waterfall. I assured her that we can go there all the time whenever we want, so she agreed that we could continue on our hike.

It was the first time we let Teddy face outward in the Bjorn and he loved it! He was so happy!

Our big family!

The water was pretty fast and cold

Our little explorer

Mommy Susie and Teddy!

Sunday, September 14, 2014

Happenings

Summer is officially over and fall weather is rolling in. We managed to squeeze in one last day of swimming at aunt Kelly’s before the weather turned. We had such a great summer swimming over there this year. Maggie learned to dive to the bottom for toys and Tommy fell in love with the slide. Thanks for having us all the time Kelly!

Maggie and I did a kid’s workshop at Home Depot; it was a lot of fun. Maggie already wants to go back. We also celebrated Grandma Krumm’s 80^th birthday. We had family photos that day so the kids all looked so cute, including matching bow ties for Tommy and Teddy. We finally have a lawn! Susie has cut it twice now. All kids have been happy and healthy, and mommies have been busy but enjoying every second with our little monsters.

2 week recap in photos: