That will give us plenty of days like we had today... enjoying the sunshine down by the beach:
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Change of Plans
Last Friday, I received an interesting offer: either start working in December 2009, or take a stipend and defer starting until October 2010. After weighing the pros and cons for what seemed like forever, Pete and I decided to take the deferral offer. So Timmy will have me all to himself from July 31, 2009 (when the bar exam is over) until October 18, 2010 (when I start work)!
That will give us plenty of days like we had today... enjoying the sunshine down by the beach:
That will give us plenty of days like we had today... enjoying the sunshine down by the beach:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
A True Work of Art
Here is our masterpiece:
And here is our newest work of art. My brother Steven painted this masterpiece... it's the Mission in San Juan Capistrano where Pete and I got married. We framed it and put it in our living room. Isn't it beautiful?!
And here is our newest work of art. My brother Steven painted this masterpiece... it's the Mission in San Juan Capistrano where Pete and I got married. We framed it and put it in our living room. Isn't it beautiful?!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Road Trip!
Saturday Timothy made his first trip to Orange County and it was a success.
The whole family hung out at Uncle Kevin's place, then we went to visit friends. Timmy entertained us and showed off his smiling ability. (Unfortunately, his mom lacks photography skills and didn't really capture it on film).
He was so busy entertaining everyone that he didn't get to take a real nap. He was very sleepy.
Our tired boy slept for 8 straight hours that night and woke up very happy. It was a great weekend!
The whole family hung out at Uncle Kevin's place, then we went to visit friends. Timmy entertained us and showed off his smiling ability. (Unfortunately, his mom lacks photography skills and didn't really capture it on film).
He was so busy entertaining everyone that he didn't get to take a real nap. He was very sleepy.
Our tired boy slept for 8 straight hours that night and woke up very happy. It was a great weekend!
Thursday, February 26, 2009
average height, above average intelligence and weight, superhuman beauty
Timmy passed his check-up today with flying colors!
The nurse said to Timmy, "let's see how tall you are" and put him next to the measuring tape. "oh, you are tall! 23 inches." (50th percentile)
Then she said "let's see how smart you are" and measured his head. "Oh, you are very smart! 16 and 3/4 in." (95th perctentile)
Finally, she said "You're huge, let's see how much you weigh" and put him on the scale. "oh, wow...hmm ... eh ... (adjusting the weight) ... yep! 15 lbs!" (oh geez, that's how much someone twice your age weighs!)
Grandpa Ottomanelli (14 lbs, 15 oz.) and Grandma Wood (15 lbs, 1 oz) had the closest guesses.
Timmy let out a big sigh of relief ... made it!
oh, what's that you say?
SHOTS?!!
Luckily, he pulled through like a champ ... with a little help from a pacifier and super cool band-aids
The nurse said to Timmy, "let's see how tall you are" and put him next to the measuring tape. "oh, you are tall! 23 inches." (50th percentile)
Then she said "let's see how smart you are" and measured his head. "Oh, you are very smart! 16 and 3/4 in." (95th perctentile)
Finally, she said "You're huge, let's see how much you weigh" and put him on the scale. "oh, wow...hmm ... eh ... (adjusting the weight) ... yep! 15 lbs!" (oh geez, that's how much someone twice your age weighs!)
Grandpa Ottomanelli (14 lbs, 15 oz.) and Grandma Wood (15 lbs, 1 oz) had the closest guesses.
Timmy let out a big sigh of relief ... made it!
oh, what's that you say?
SHOTS?!!
Luckily, he pulled through like a champ ... with a little help from a pacifier and super cool band-aids
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Happy Two Months Baby!
Timothy,
Can you believe it's already been two whole months since you entered the world? Can you believe it's only been two months since you completely changed our lives? You have grown and changed so much, you're not the same baby we met on Christmas day, but we love this new you more and more all the time.
When we first brought you home, we were definitely in love, but taking care of you was sort of mechanical... we fed you, changed you, put you down to sleep, and then started all over again. Somewhere around 5 or 6 weeks, you seemed to become a real, actual person. You had a ton of awake time during the day in which you soaked up the world around you.
Things you like now: You love being read to, especially "What Does Baby See," "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Goodnight Moon." You seem to like it when we sing to you, maybe Dad more than me. Perhaps that is because you don't appreciate my sarcastic lyrics about you pooping or crying or something. You "talk" to us all the time now, cooing, giggling, smiling and grunting. Your eyes light up when you see toys dangling, rattles shaking or the cats walk by. If we put the mobile in your crib on, you pump your arms and kick your legs like you're running a sprint. Bath time was always a happy time for you, but now it's especially fun because you like to splash and get water everywhere! Most days we go for a walk in the stroller, but you're starting to like the Bjorn carrier more. These are almost guaranteed to make you happy, especially if there are buses, trucks and construction near by. Probably your favorite activity of all time is eating. You know when you're about to get fed, and you start breathing fast, opening your eyes wide and moving your lips in anticipation.
The whole family is starting to settle into a routine now, and that is nice. You generally sleep 8-9 hours at night, waking up once to eat. Sometimes you add on a nap before or after that and then one during the afternoon. Our very favorite time with you is when you wake up in the morning. You are all smiles and laughs then, just happy to be hanging out. Bedtime is a close second, because we snuggle with you when you're freshly bathed and have that delicious baby smell. We read you stories and sometimes we'll even feel your body start to relax as you drift off to sleep before we put you in your crib.
The cliche is true, you are growing up way too fast. You sort of have a friar tuck hairline right now, as the newborn hair is slowly replaced by your new hair. Your eyes are still blue, but I have a feeling that will change. Pretty much everyone agrees that you look like Dad, but I'm sure that could change too. We have an entire tupperware container filled with your newborn and 3 months clothes. I have a feeling the 3-6 month outfits will be joining them soon. And you look like a little boy, barely even a baby. I already miss the way you were when you were born. Luckily for me, you keep getting better and more lovable. Daddy and I are so excited to see how much you'll change over the next two months.
Love,
Mommy and Daddy
See more Month 2 pictures here
Can you believe it's already been two whole months since you entered the world? Can you believe it's only been two months since you completely changed our lives? You have grown and changed so much, you're not the same baby we met on Christmas day, but we love this new you more and more all the time.
When we first brought you home, we were definitely in love, but taking care of you was sort of mechanical... we fed you, changed you, put you down to sleep, and then started all over again. Somewhere around 5 or 6 weeks, you seemed to become a real, actual person. You had a ton of awake time during the day in which you soaked up the world around you.
Things you like now: You love being read to, especially "What Does Baby See," "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Goodnight Moon." You seem to like it when we sing to you, maybe Dad more than me. Perhaps that is because you don't appreciate my sarcastic lyrics about you pooping or crying or something. You "talk" to us all the time now, cooing, giggling, smiling and grunting. Your eyes light up when you see toys dangling, rattles shaking or the cats walk by. If we put the mobile in your crib on, you pump your arms and kick your legs like you're running a sprint. Bath time was always a happy time for you, but now it's especially fun because you like to splash and get water everywhere! Most days we go for a walk in the stroller, but you're starting to like the Bjorn carrier more. These are almost guaranteed to make you happy, especially if there are buses, trucks and construction near by. Probably your favorite activity of all time is eating. You know when you're about to get fed, and you start breathing fast, opening your eyes wide and moving your lips in anticipation.
The whole family is starting to settle into a routine now, and that is nice. You generally sleep 8-9 hours at night, waking up once to eat. Sometimes you add on a nap before or after that and then one during the afternoon. Our very favorite time with you is when you wake up in the morning. You are all smiles and laughs then, just happy to be hanging out. Bedtime is a close second, because we snuggle with you when you're freshly bathed and have that delicious baby smell. We read you stories and sometimes we'll even feel your body start to relax as you drift off to sleep before we put you in your crib.
The cliche is true, you are growing up way too fast. You sort of have a friar tuck hairline right now, as the newborn hair is slowly replaced by your new hair. Your eyes are still blue, but I have a feeling that will change. Pretty much everyone agrees that you look like Dad, but I'm sure that could change too. We have an entire tupperware container filled with your newborn and 3 months clothes. I have a feeling the 3-6 month outfits will be joining them soon. And you look like a little boy, barely even a baby. I already miss the way you were when you were born. Luckily for me, you keep getting better and more lovable. Daddy and I are so excited to see how much you'll change over the next two months.
Love,
Mommy and Daddy
See more Month 2 pictures here
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Place Your Bets
Timothy's 2 month check up is this Thursday, and we're wagering on what his stats will be. Pete and I have made our guesses, what are yours?
Weight: He was 9 lbs, 9 oz. at birth, 10 lbs at 2 weeks, 13 pounds at just under 6 weeks. My guess is 15 lbs, 4 oz.; Pete's guess is 14 lbs, 12 oz.
Length: He was 20.5 inches long at birth... I'm guessing 23.5 inches? Actually, I have no idea, but he seems much longer.
A week ago, we officially made the switch to Size 2 diapers and 3-6 month clothes. Before long, he's going to outgrow his infant carseat. Another development to note, my biceps are becoming diesel.
Look at these cankles
If you want bragging rights for a good guess, leave it as a comment on this post.
Weight: He was 9 lbs, 9 oz. at birth, 10 lbs at 2 weeks, 13 pounds at just under 6 weeks. My guess is 15 lbs, 4 oz.; Pete's guess is 14 lbs, 12 oz.
Length: He was 20.5 inches long at birth... I'm guessing 23.5 inches? Actually, I have no idea, but he seems much longer.
A week ago, we officially made the switch to Size 2 diapers and 3-6 month clothes. Before long, he's going to outgrow his infant carseat. Another development to note, my biceps are becoming diesel.
Look at these cankles
If you want bragging rights for a good guess, leave it as a comment on this post.
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