Monday, May 29, 2006

A new life




Being a new mom is wonderful. But somehow, I feel like I can't get anything done. I have to figure out a way to use the time between feedings effectively.

For those of you who may not know, my husband and I have been blessed with a new baby boy...Hampton Andrew. He was born 3 weeks early, due to my elevated blood pressure. After an 11 hour labor, he was born at only 5 pounds and 15 ounces, but was healthy. Toward the end of our time at the hospital, the doctors became concerned with his jaundice levels. He was put on a billibed (at home photo therapy) for a few days to help break down the bilirubin. We thought it looked like he was sleeping on a tanning bed. He is doing great now and growing like a champ. I am recovering well and enjoying every minute at home with my boys. I am one proud mom!!!!!

My brother Drew is living with us this summer while he has an internship with JE Dunn...a construction company. He is going to be a senior at Oklahoma State and truly amazes me with his spiritual maturity. Drew and my husband share many common interests (Xbox, golf, sports...), so I'm sure they will enjoy the company this summer...Hampton and I tend to be a little boring :).

The big boys are playing golf right now, Hampton is asleep, and I am putting off writing long overdue thank you notes. Sometimes, I wish there were another way to express my sincere gratitude.

Hampton on his "tanning bed".

A new family of three

Sunday afternoon boy's activities

Isn't he precious! I am so thankful for a happy healthy baby.

Already in training

Sunday, May 28, 2006

Our first posting






I am so excited to join the blog world. With the new addition to our family, I am proud to keep our friends an family updated on our life through this blog.

Hampton is now 12 days old and is doing great. He is starting to stay awake more and is so much fun just to watch. He makes great faces when he sleeps and we love his sweet baby noises. He is on a pretty good schedule and is changing and gaining weight by the day. When you start out under 6 pounds, gaining weight is very important! I can already see how easily time could slip away from us if we are not intentional about cherishing each moment of his precious life. We are overwhelmed by the blessing he is to our lives and still find it hard to believe we are parents. Ben is a great daddy and loves his little boy! As for me, I am feeling great and so proud of my boys!!!!!

Oh, just an example of how time so quickly passes...Hampton's cord fell off today. He is such a big boy, with a BELLY BUTTON!