Look at ME now- 7 weeks old !!!!

Can you believe it's been 7 weeks already.... I know I'm just amazed everyday with Hunter and the adventures of parenthood. I've learned how to unload the dish washer with one hand, put clothes from the washer to the dryer while holding him , and I even vacuumed downstairs with Hunter in my arms. A HOT meal, what's that???? Hunter has learned that meal time for us, is time for him to turn into a cranky boy. And more than a 5 minute shower is now a luxury.

We watched the video from the hospital the other night, and OH MY how Hunter has changed. He had a ton of hair in the front of his head when he was born, now it's all on the back of his head. His cry has gone from the newborn cry to a much bigger cry. I guess when you see him all day everyday you take for granted the little changes in life. We also learned that we need to change out the "extra" outfit in the diaper bag from time to time, because the day you NEED that outfit and it doesn't fit..... Yes, we had that experience. Grandma Rose and I took Hunter to meet Greg for lunch one day, and on the way there we had a major diaper blow-out. "No problem I said", striped him down in the back of my car, changed the diaper, pulled out the extra outfit and realized I either needed to have Hunter suck in his tummy or skip a few buttons to make it fit... It was a rather funny moment. The sad thing was, I had Hunter dressed so cute for his Daddy and he didn't even get to see the outfit. Maybe next time !!!

We've had a busy couple of weeks. Grandma Rose from Chicago came to visit and spent 2 weeks with us. She loved spending time with her grandson and was a big help with him while she was here. While she was here we had Hunter dedicated at our church in Houston, spent an afternoon down at the River Walk, took a road trip to Fredericksburg,TX and got a little time outside to do so much needed yard work.

Here are some "Unofficial Stats" of the little guy. We go next week for his 2 month check-up. So these are just our "At home" Stats.

Weight: 12 pounds, Length: 22 inches

Along with our little guy getting bigger by the day. Here are a few of his "new" tricks and developments:

~ Loves to go for car rides- only if the car NEVER stops moving

~Loves stroller rides-only if the stroller NEVER stops moving. This goes with shopping carts as well. I learned the other day that you have to set your eyes on what you need down the aisle and make a run for it, by grabbing what you can without stopping to look. I guess, this could be a money saving tip?????

~ Hunter is starting to smile back at you- especially in the morning. He seems to be the happiest in the morning.

~ He's starting to coo and making noises

~He loves to just stretch out on the floor and look around

~He's sleeping anywhere from 6- 7 1/2 hours a night. Yea for me !!!

~He's holding his head up for longer periods of time, especially when he's on his tummy

Above is Hunter's birth announcement. I promise these will be in the mail by weeks end. Thanks Brittany for doing such a great job. Hunter is wearing his Daddy's Christening Outfit.

Grandma Rose, Hunter and Daddy. Doesn't Hunter look adorable !!!!

Grandma Rose and Hunter

On our road trip to Fredericksburg we also ventured out to see the Enchanted Rock State Park. The Rock is 425 feet above ground, and is one of the largest underground formations that was uncovered by erosion. Since we had the little guy, we just stopped and took a few pictures, no rock climbing this trip for us.

Grandma Rose took Hunter on a couple of walks while she was here. Thanks Grandma !!!!

Here's Daddy walking with Hunter. As stated above, Hunter loves the stroller only if it does not stop. Hence the fact that we couldn't stop and pose for a picture.

This is the River Walk. San Antonio is right in the middle of what they call Fiesta. Which is basically a Spanish version of Mardi-Gras. Downtown was crazy, but the River Walk was actually really nice that afternoon.

We took Hunter to Sea Island Seafood Restaurant when he was 4 days old with my parents and again with Grandma Rose. Luckily he slept through both dinners. :) First "HOT" meal in a couple of weeks.- :) YUMMY !!!

Hunter- 6 weeks old

Ready for bed !!!!!

Snuggling with Grandma Rose- she had the magic touch with Hunter

Daddy and Hunter- We've gotten pretty good and feeding, burping and diaper changing in the backseat of the truck !!!!

Hunter ready for his Dedication at Church-

Showing off his Daddy's Christening Outfit-

Here we are at the Dedication- we didn't realize that there would be 2 other families dedicating their little ones the same day. ( What a crazy zoo it was) If you look at the big screen in the background, you can see Hunter. Pastor Mike- baptised both Greg and myself, married us and Dedicated Hunter. Thanks Mike, and Joe,Gary and Jen for taking pictures for us.

What a great moment !!!!

Looks like half the church is up on the stage with us. It was still a great day for us. Thanks to all our Gateway friends for being there to share in our moment with Hunter.