I took Maddux on a walk yesterday through the Nature Park here in Rexburg. The sun finally broke through the rainy clouds [who have been unwelcome visitors for the past two weeks]. As I was walking past the ponds I came to the old, dilapidated bridge that found its way into my heart over 3 1/2 years ago. This bridge was where Makay and I stood on our second date. I can still see us leaning againts the wood railing completely enthralled in conversation. I remember the butterflies that swarmed my stomach each time he looked at me with those blue eyes. I remember thinking I couldn't be any happier than I was at that moment.
Now I stood in the same spot with our son. I tried to remember back to the time when our little Maddux wasn't with us. It's hard for me to even conceive the thought that he hasn't been with me forever. There was a time when I thought I knew what happiness was, but I was wrong. I've never before experienced the joy that has been accompanied with my little baby.
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Things to remember about Maddux's first month:
- You had Jaundice for about 2 1/2 weeks. Your poor feet were pricked 6 times for blood tests. Mom stood outside the door and cried her eyes out when they drew blood for your PKU test.
- You smile unconsciously when you're sleeping. It is the cutest thing.
- Dad tried to pull your onesie off without unbuttoning it. Your poor little head was 'delivered' again. Your hair was a sight to be seen.
- Your hair has gone from jet black to brown.
- You love when mom takes you on walks in your stroller.
- You love to sleep on mom and dad's chest.
- You always pee on mom when she changes you; however, you never pee on dad.
- You're starting to sleep for 6 hours at night.
- You weighed 8 pounds at your two week appointment.
- Your hands and feet are huge.
- You always put your hand straight up in the air with your fist clenched. Dad thinks you're trying to say, "Power to the people!"
- You're a pretty mellow baby. You usually only cry when you're hungry.
- You're starting to focus on things around you. You will look at the circling fish mobile on top of your swing.
- Your eyes have gone from charcoal to dark blue.
- Everyone always comments on your hair.
- You are the most beautiful baby I have every seen...
14 comments:
alli! i absolutely love this post! i'm so glad you are so happy and that everything is going well! he is so cute and i love the pictures. reading this makes me REALLY want my baby now! i hope things continue to go well for you!
Wow Alli congradulations on having your little man. I guess I missed the post telling when he was born. I'm so excited for you. Kids are the best!!! He is so handsome and you look so content and happy. Enjoy every minute...they grow up fast!!!!
Alli...I love your post and the pictures. What a sweet, sweet, beautiful baby Maddux is. It is wonderful to be able to follow his growth and read your beautiful and meaningful words. I am so happy for you and Makay. All my love to you and your family.
What a beautiful baby!
How sweet Alli. It was so nice to have seen you and your sweet little baby. He does have awesome hair. If you want to hang out, which would be so much fun, give me a call. 208-351-8101
Alli, He is beautiful, which I wouldn't expect anything less coming for you and Makay. Congrats darling you are going to make the most amazing mom!
Shelly
yay! I'm glad you found our blog! I've spent the last like hour reading through your old posts and looking at your website- when i should be working! :) I love the pictures of Maddux. What a cutie- (which i already knew after hearing him yesterday :) yeah we'll have to get together sometime soon! do you have facebook? or call or text me- or just leave a comment on my blog. i am pretty much always checking it :)
he is such a cutie! the pictures are adorable.
He is so adorable! It's so crazy how we are all having kids now! Looking at your blog makes me so excited to be a mom soon! And bytheway, your sis is an awesome photographer!
Can I get your address?
We never got to send you something for your little one :)
That was a lovely post. You look wonderful, motherhood obviously agrees with you. That is the cutest baby I have ever seen, accepting my own of course. :-) I am glad you take the time to write these things out, what a treat for everyone.
He is beautiful, and You look awesome. The pictures are amazing. Lacey did a wonderful job. Congradulations.
Good job guys. He looks like a little Moke for sure. We loved the list of things to remember. I'm excited for you guys. What a special time. We hope you guys are doing great, and we look forward to seeing you in about a month.
So adorable Alli!!! Congratulations!!
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