Sunday, May 5, 2013

A snowy visit from Aunt Sarah

Aunt Sarah has arrived and everyone's pumped!  Unfortunately she arrived right in the middle of 2 snowstorms.  Tuesday was the right day to come as we were getting some significant snow on Monday and Wednesday.  Who cares if it was just 75 and sunny.  It's never too late for some snow.  As time would tell, even May isn't too late!
What are you lookin at?
We didn't get out a whole lot due to the weather but were able to go to lunch a few times, do some shopping, and show Aunt Sarah Lucky Strike(where I work sometimes).  We got to hang out with friends a bunch had some quality Paul, Emily, and Averie time too!  Cody and his dog Angus came to visit as well.  We mostly ordered food which isn't normal but with the weather it was easier and more convenient that going to the store.  I did make dinner one night, Chicken Parm that turned out pretty well.  Aunt Sarah was able to spend a lot of time with George but didn't get to babysit.  The weather again put a damper on that.  Courtney and I were going to take advantage of having someone who would love to babysit here with us, but the opportunity just never came.  Next time Aunt Sarah!
We were invited to Paul and Emily's house for dinner where we were lucky enough to be a part of Emily's first pot roast.  It turned out great.  Especially for a vegetarian recently turned meat eater.  Welcome to the good side!  As usual Averie was loving on George and can't enough of him!  She was a big fan of Aunt Sarah as well.
Aunt Sarah and my new hat
My first sneakers that fit!!  Thanks Aunt Sarah!
Big Smiles!

He's recently discovered his hand and sucking his thumb

We'll get some more pictures up soon of some of the outfits and exersaucer that Aunt Sarah bought for George as well.  Thanks for all of the gifts Aunt Sarah!  Of course she left 70 degree weather in Buffalo to come to snowstorms here.  And in fitting fashion, the day after she left we jumped up in to the 70s and she returned home to crummy weather in Buffalo.  Hopefully, that's an excuse for her to come back soon and enjoy the hot summer and enjoy Colorado.  I'll leave you with a link to an awesome video of George showing tummy time who's boss.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iACxap-dRKA



Easter Sunday and Baseball is upon us...finally




Alrighty...new post, new look for your viewing pleasure.  Sorry it's been over a month since our last get together!  I am going to make a strong effort to not let that happen again.  Not only do you miss my voice in your head, I'm sure, but you also don't get to keep up with George and that's just not fair.  I know.  I'm sorry. Here's to a new beginning.
We'll start with a picture of George in the shirt that Uncle Tom got him from Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Yes, it says "I Love Big Dumps" and it's funny cause it's true.  Immediate relief.  We all miss Uncle Tom, and Grandma and Grandpa Loehfelm and can't wait for them to come back!!
The rest of March was business as usual ending with Easter Sunday which we celebrated at my cousin Megan's house.  It's always nice to see Megan and Pete and I know George is going to love hanging out with Ben and Mercedes.  Aunt Marion was also in town and got to meet George for the first time.  His other cousin and daycare companion, Sebastian, was also there with Matt and Nichole.  A good ol' family get together for Easter.  As always great food and great company!
Easter Outfit
April Fool's Day came and went without incident which is always a good thing.  I'm sure George will think it's funny to prank us before too long.  Ben and Mercedes shared some ideas with us that they like to do to Megan and Pete.  Salt on the toothbrush was just one of many!  No thanks.
Sebastian
The first week of April was also George's 2 month doctor's appointment.  I know I've mentioned it before but time flies!  The first appointment we were 10 minutes late for and had to reschedule.  I refuse to believe that anyone is on time for these 2 month checkups and couldn't believe they weren't able to see us.  Oh well, they were kind enough to give him his shots so that was nice.  He took them like a champ!  A crying, screaming champ, but a champ nonetheless.  He was OK shortly after the initial jab once he got his pacifier.  There was one of the shots that he drank and it was without incident, not sure why they can't make them all that way.  I also don't mind drinking shots but I guess I can't say they go without incident!  Anyhow, George recovered nicely from the shots and wasn't too out of whack, just a bit tired but no fever.  The shots and missed appointment were on a Friday and we were able to reschedule the checkup for Monday.  We also switched offices so we don't have to drive downtown anymore seeing that we were 0-2 getting there on time.
George in his hoodie
The new appointment on Monday we were actually 10 minutes early for.  I guess that's actually "on time" as far as doctor's appointments go.  Everything went great except for the fact that the doctor was the sickest person George has been around.  She wore a mask but could hardly speak with her runny nose and raspy voice.  She isn't his regular doctor either.  Oh well, she did the job.  He weighed in at a healthy 13 lbs 12 oz (80th %) and was an even 2 feet tall(88th %).  Everything else seems good.  Looking forward to the 4 month checkup and unfortunately more shots.
Rockies Opening Day 2013
In the meantime, Rockies Opening Day!!  One of my favorite days of the year.  This year was a bit different but I wouldn't want it any other way.  I'm usually downtown by 9 a.m. for "work" entertaining customers and making sure they're having a good time before the game.  This year it actually fell on the Friday of George's initial doctor's appointment.  We went to the doctor(late) got the shots and came back home to see how George would react, relax, and watch the game.  Like I said, I wouldn't want it any other way.  Maybe next year he'll be big enough to take down there and see all of the people!  Soon enough we'll be taking him to his first game and I can't wait!  I hope he likes baseball as much as I do.
Now we have Aunt Sarah coming next week and can't wait!!!  George is so excited to meet his Aunt!

Me and George
Go Rockies!
My new computer wallpaper
Good looking dude
Early April in pictures...
Digging his shades


Relaxing in his overalls


A really cool patchwork blanket that our friend Andi's mom made for George