Our Chunky Monkey

Henry is six weeks old today! The time has gone by so quickly, and he is growing like crazy. We went for the one month appointment on October 30, and Henry weighed 9 lbs, 14 oz. We had to go back to the doctor on November 9 (10 days later), and Henry had gained nearly two pounds! Babies typically gain two pounds per month, not per week. The doctor said Henry had a little growth spurt that moved him from the 54 percentile in weight to the 74 percentile. BIG BOY!

Henry has started to "talk" to us more, is smiling regularly and trying to laugh. He's a great sleeper, too. He sleeps about four hours at a time - day time and night time. We're getting a little more sleep, which is great, but what's better is seeing Henry's smiling face. :)

On his changing table after a bath....He's not in newborn diapers anymore. Kind of bittersweet for me.


Happy and handsome!

Living Room or Sports Bar?

My good friend, Lisa, came in town to meet Henry this weekend. We had such a good time and Henry loved meeting her. While we had a girls' night, Kyle had some friends over to watch football. Is this our living room or sports bar? He moved the TV from the kitchen into the living room so they could watch more than one game at once. Fortunately, everything is back in its original place operating at full capacity.


James, Eric, Kyle and Henry watching...


the two TV's in our living room.

Henry has reflux! A bib is a necessity when feeding him right now. This one says, "Cute but messy. Just like Daddy."

Splish Splash....

Henry took his first real bath!

BOO!!!

Happy Halloween! Check out the pumpkins on Henry's socks.

Henry or Uncle Fester???

Stretching in his Skeletor outfit.


Wondering why I'm still taking his picture...


His real Halloween costume - a monkey!

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 is Henry's favorite place to sleep...or watch football with Daddy.

Fortunately, the dogs are getting used to our new addition.

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.

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.