Monday, November 2, 2009
Saturday, October 31, 2009
BOO!!!
Happy Halloween! Check out the pumpkins on Henry's socks.
Henry or Uncle Fester???
Henry or Uncle Fester???
Stretching in his Skeletor outfit.
Wondering why I'm still taking his picture...
His real Halloween costume - a monkey!
Wondering why I'm still taking his picture...
His real Halloween costume - a monkey!
Friday, October 30, 2009
One Month Old
Kyle and I are thoroughly enjoying parenthood. We are struggling through a little bit of sleep deprivation, but have no complaints because Henry is an excellent baby. Today was his one month appointment at the pediatrician. He's a healthy and happy baby, weighing 9 lbs, 14 oz. and measuring 21.25 long.
This month has gone by so quickly. We've had quite a few visitors - both sets of grandparents, Uncles Clay and Jonathan and Aunt Kristen, as well as some of our closest friends. Thanks for all of the well wishes and gifts from our friends and family, and for the meals from our wonderful neighbors. We hope to introduce everyone to Henry soon.
Below are some highlights from the first month.
Henry loves to play with his Aquarium play gym and laugh at himself in the mirror.
(Check out his reflection in the mirror.)
He misses Daddy when he goes to work, and loves to see him when he comes home.
Henry's watched a couple of UK football games...I know that doesn't come as a surprise to anyone.
We took him to the Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain, but forgot to get a pumpkin!
He loves to eat...and tries to hold the bottle all by himself. Of course, we think he's advanced. :)
This month has gone by so quickly. We've had quite a few visitors - both sets of grandparents, Uncles Clay and Jonathan and Aunt Kristen, as well as some of our closest friends. Thanks for all of the well wishes and gifts from our friends and family, and for the meals from our wonderful neighbors. We hope to introduce everyone to Henry soon.
Below are some highlights from the first month.
Henry loves to play with his Aquarium play gym and laugh at himself in the mirror.
(Check out his reflection in the mirror.)
He misses Daddy when he goes to work, and loves to see him when he comes home.
Henry's watched a couple of UK football games...I know that doesn't come as a surprise to anyone.
We took him to the Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain, but forgot to get a pumpkin!
He loves to eat...and tries to hold the bottle all by himself. Of course, we think he's advanced. :)
This is Henry's favorite place to sleep...or watch football with Daddy.
Fortunately, the dogs are getting used to our new addition.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
My First Walk
One week old...Today, Henry went on his first walk. Kyle and I took Henry, Brooks and Gavin on a short walk in the neighborhood. It didn't last long, and Henry slept the whole the time, but it was nice to get some fresh air. Thanks to Grandma and Grandpa Walker for the travel system/stroller.
Monday, October 5, 2009
He's Here!
Kyle and I welcomed Henry Miller Long on Wednesday, September 30, at 8:07 p.m. Henry weighed 7 lbs, 11 oz and was 21 inches long. We are all doing really well.
In the labor and delivery room during Henry's first few minutes of life.
Snuggling with Daddy in the hospital after a feeding.
First bath at home.
Sleeping soundly after his bath.
In the labor and delivery room during Henry's first few minutes of life.
Snuggling with Daddy in the hospital after a feeding.
Sleeping soundly after his bath.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
40 Weeks But Who's Counting? (Me, You and Everybody Else)
Greetings from Baby Watch! Kyle and I are anxiously awaiting the arrival of Baby Long. To answer some common questions of late...
1. No, Baby Long STILL doesn't have a name yet. We're working on it, but at this point a final decision probably won't be made until D-Day.
2. My due date is tomorrow! And, no, there appears to be nothing happening. We go back to the doctor on Tuesday and hope to have more questions answered as far as when this baby will arrive.
3. On Tuesday, September 22, Baby Long weighed 7 lbs, 5 oz. At the rate of a half a pound per week, he will likely be more than 8 lbs when he's (finally) born. I weighed a little over 7 lbs when I was born, but Kyle weighed over 10! It sounds like Baby Long is going to be a big boy, too. (Though not quite as big as his dad was...Thank God!)
4. We had an ultrasound last Tuesday. We think the baby is pretty cute. He seems to look a lot like Kyle. He has really wide feet, too! The doctor even commented on how wide they were. The better to kick me with, I guess.
A couple of people have asked for updated pictures of me. The picture below was taken today - at 39 weeks and six days. I've also included some pictures of the nursery. We are ready! Finally, I'd like to offer Congratulations to the Mulrooney and Dougherty families. Baby Blake Dougherty was born on Friday, and Baby James Mulrooney was born on Saturday which just happened to be my good friend, Zoe's 30th. Quite a celebratory weekend!
In our living room at 39 weeks and six days.
The nursery.
The crib with bedding made by Kyle's mom, Pat, and his Great Aunt Dot. The bedding is peacock blue, chocolate brown, lime green and white. The "theme" of the room has turned into polka dots. I guess it's only appropriate that Aunt "Dot" made the bedding.
1. No, Baby Long STILL doesn't have a name yet. We're working on it, but at this point a final decision probably won't be made until D-Day.
2. My due date is tomorrow! And, no, there appears to be nothing happening. We go back to the doctor on Tuesday and hope to have more questions answered as far as when this baby will arrive.
3. On Tuesday, September 22, Baby Long weighed 7 lbs, 5 oz. At the rate of a half a pound per week, he will likely be more than 8 lbs when he's (finally) born. I weighed a little over 7 lbs when I was born, but Kyle weighed over 10! It sounds like Baby Long is going to be a big boy, too. (Though not quite as big as his dad was...Thank God!)
4. We had an ultrasound last Tuesday. We think the baby is pretty cute. He seems to look a lot like Kyle. He has really wide feet, too! The doctor even commented on how wide they were. The better to kick me with, I guess.
A couple of people have asked for updated pictures of me. The picture below was taken today - at 39 weeks and six days. I've also included some pictures of the nursery. We are ready! Finally, I'd like to offer Congratulations to the Mulrooney and Dougherty families. Baby Blake Dougherty was born on Friday, and Baby James Mulrooney was born on Saturday which just happened to be my good friend, Zoe's 30th. Quite a celebratory weekend!
In our living room at 39 weeks and six days.
The nursery.
The crib with bedding made by Kyle's mom, Pat, and his Great Aunt Dot. The bedding is peacock blue, chocolate brown, lime green and white. The "theme" of the room has turned into polka dots. I guess it's only appropriate that Aunt "Dot" made the bedding.
Just another view of the nursery. Hopefully, a baby will be in this nursery for the next blog update!
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Go Big Blue!
It's September and college football - specifically Kentucky football - is back. Kyle and I are having a restful, but busy Labor Day Weekend. Kyle and the boys, Brooks and Gavin, watched football yesterday and put together the last of the baby products. The Pack and Play is standing, the baby monitor is set up and the Cats won. It was a good day!
Our dog, Brooks, was named for UK's head football coach, Rich Brooks. I recognize we look a little obsessive about UK football...I assure you this is 100% Kyle!
Brooks and Gavin watching the UK game. Yes, both dogs have UK football jerseys that they wear for every game. They even brought their referee toy to watch yesterday's game.
Kyle and the dogs watching Kentucky beat Miami. We are aware that the dogs will have a rude awakening when the baby arrives. We're letting them live it up right now. :)
Our dog, Brooks, was named for UK's head football coach, Rich Brooks. I recognize we look a little obsessive about UK football...I assure you this is 100% Kyle!
Brooks and Gavin watching the UK game. Yes, both dogs have UK football jerseys that they wear for every game. They even brought their referee toy to watch yesterday's game.
Kyle and the dogs watching Kentucky beat Miami. We are aware that the dogs will have a rude awakening when the baby arrives. We're letting them live it up right now. :)
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