and off the charts. Maxwell weighed 15 lbs. 4 oz. and 24 7/8 inches long...both in the 97-100% tile. I just checked Wesley's baby book and he was 13 lbs. 7 oz. and 24 1/2 inches long at 2 months. Such a big boy!!! He got 3 shots today and it was pretty tramatic. Wesley usually cried for less than a minute, if even, and Maxwell - well, he is still upset. It took about 5 minutes just to calm him down and he has been pretty sensitive all afternoon. Poor guy...
PS - The 5 1/2 hours of sleep didn't repeat last night but we hope it does again soon.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Sunday, April 20, 2008
5 1/2 hours of sleep - straight!
Last night we had our longest stretch of sleep in a long while. Maxwell went down last at 12:30 and woke up at 6:00!! I don't know if I can expect more of that but it was awesome! It is hard to believe that his 2 month check up is tomorrow.
I took Wesley to Wal-Mart shopping. I never would have thought that it would get easier shopping with him but we have passed a major hurdle in that area. Don't get me wrong - I must shop with intention and purpose. Of course, half way into shopping he has to go to the bathroom and we have to book it across the store to the restrooms. While we were in the stall I accidentally scratched him in a rush to get in and out and not have my cart full of merchandise returned to the floor (which has happened!) and he said loudly "Ouch, you punched me" - nice, luckily I was able to walk out without any reports of abuse!
We enjoyed the beautiful weather with a nice walk around the neighborhood and a picnic in the driveway... I am getting antsy to get a lawn and some landscaping!
I am going to back post some stuff soon as well as post pictures - so keep checking.
I took Wesley to Wal-Mart shopping. I never would have thought that it would get easier shopping with him but we have passed a major hurdle in that area. Don't get me wrong - I must shop with intention and purpose. Of course, half way into shopping he has to go to the bathroom and we have to book it across the store to the restrooms. While we were in the stall I accidentally scratched him in a rush to get in and out and not have my cart full of merchandise returned to the floor (which has happened!) and he said loudly "Ouch, you punched me" - nice, luckily I was able to walk out without any reports of abuse!
We enjoyed the beautiful weather with a nice walk around the neighborhood and a picnic in the driveway... I am getting antsy to get a lawn and some landscaping!
I am going to back post some stuff soon as well as post pictures - so keep checking.
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Friday, April 18, 2008
Spark Plug
Wesley will be cruising the streets of Plymouth soon... We took him to get his first bike and it's a spiffy 16" Murray Spark Plug. I am pretty sure it was a bigger deal to us but it was fun to see him try them all out in the store. After the sixth bike, he could have cared less. Shane assembled it and I worked him into his new Spiderman helmet. He worked on feeling it out on the driveway. If he rides it any more confidently as he does his scooter - I will be panicking before long! It was really cute to see him thrilled to figure out the brakes - he had a proud smile that he couldn't hide even though he tried pretty hard to act cool about it.
Wesley getting fitted for the bike.
I CAN DO IT!!!
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Maxwell's 1st Smiles
His first smiles started right at 6 weeks...much earlier than I had written in Wesley's baby book of 8 weeks. It is so sweet and rewarding.
He made his first trip to SoDak this weekend and was a good traveler. Of course he slept most of the time but that is all we needed to get through it. Ashley rode with us which also kept the trip more interesting for Wesley. His favorite thing is to pee on the grass on side roads. It never fails that he has to go when we have miles to go to the nearest town and you know he doesn't tell us until it is urgent. He has since suggested it when we are in the vehicle and we have had to tell him it is reserved for special trips to South Dakota.
He made his first trip to SoDak this weekend and was a good traveler. Of course he slept most of the time but that is all we needed to get through it. Ashley rode with us which also kept the trip more interesting for Wesley. His favorite thing is to pee on the grass on side roads. It never fails that he has to go when we have miles to go to the nearest town and you know he doesn't tell us until it is urgent. He has since suggested it when we are in the vehicle and we have had to tell him it is reserved for special trips to South Dakota.
Wesley goofing off...
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Wesley's 1st Dentist Appt.
Wesley had his 1st dental check up and NO cavities! I was so proud of him because he wasn't afraid of anything. I guess I always thought it would be a painful experience and he'd refuse to cooperate but luckily he enjoyed the appt. His eyes bulged with amazement at his flavor options for polish and fluoride and he chose bubble gum with the utmost confidence. He kept saying "YUMMY" and "I LOVE IT" - who would have guessed that!? They didn't manage to get any x-rays out of him because it made him gag, which I can't blame him - they still make me gag. So we kept the appointment positive and didn't push. Just another proud parent moment...
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Easter Pictures
I had the boys nicely coordinated in their Easter outfits. I just had to share how cute they looked!
Wesley and his "Lil Buddy" Maxwell
Wesley and his "Lil Buddy" Maxwell
Happy Easter - a couple days ago
Here is a fun picture of the 5 Kavanagh BOY cousins on Easter Sunday! Super cute. I can only imagine what events will be like when all 5 are mobile... scary. Maxwell was sound asleep for it.
I also wanted to post this quick picture of a wide-eyed Maxwell. I cannot help but see his daddy in him in this picture.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Photo Slideshow from 2/28/2008
Here is our photo slideshow that was put together from a photo session we did... I really don't like myself in pictures (8 days postpartum) but am still willing to share! : ) If you want to view it, download this first: http://www.photodex.com/downloads/go_presenter.html Then here is our show: http://www.photodex.com/sharing/viewshow.html?fl=2954061&alb=0
Friday, March 14, 2008
Krew Update
It is hard to believe it has already been 3 weeks! I don't even know how that is possible. We have been really busy with visitors, work, school, sleeping and all that comes with a newborn. I didn't think we'd be this busy but right now I am writing this while taking a bath...so that about sums it up. I don't even know if this is safe! ; )
Maxwell is filling out and basically doing all the normal baby things. Of course he is getting cuter each and everyday and looking more like Wesley's baby stage. Overall, it is what you'd expect - with lots of eating, pooping, crying, sleeping and keeping us on our feet. I have watched the Oprah episode about the language of babies like 5 times trying to pin down all of his "requests/cries." Nights are taking on a routine and slowly giving us some comfort as to what to expect, but certainly doesn't make it easy. Shane and I are definitely tired day to day. Tomorrow is my first day solo with the two because Shane is taking an all day bowhunting class. Wish me luck!
There is probably more funny stories to share about Wesley right now. I have walked in on him and Shane brushing their teeth in the dark bathroom with a hunting headlamp on (what!?), Shane giving Wesley a shaving lesson (using a comb) and tonight Shane went to check on Wesley and he was giving one of his babies a bottle and the other was on the potty. He is better at this gig than me. As a matter of fact, in a way to procrastinate going to bed, Wesley has come and given Max hugs and kisses 3 times already tonight. And he just told me that he has room for me to sleep with him - it makes me sad that I haven't given him as much attention as usual. Shane has been extremely kind to spend extra time with Wesley while I just feed, change and hold the baby. We have taken advantage of the nice weather and have taken a walk the last 3 nights. The neighborhood is slowly waking up so we look forward to getting to know more people soon. I am anxious for Wesley to have friends to play with like I started to at that age!!!
I will try my best to post some updated pics soon. That requires a trip to the other computer and a little more time...
Maxwell is filling out and basically doing all the normal baby things. Of course he is getting cuter each and everyday and looking more like Wesley's baby stage. Overall, it is what you'd expect - with lots of eating, pooping, crying, sleeping and keeping us on our feet. I have watched the Oprah episode about the language of babies like 5 times trying to pin down all of his "requests/cries." Nights are taking on a routine and slowly giving us some comfort as to what to expect, but certainly doesn't make it easy. Shane and I are definitely tired day to day. Tomorrow is my first day solo with the two because Shane is taking an all day bowhunting class. Wish me luck!
There is probably more funny stories to share about Wesley right now. I have walked in on him and Shane brushing their teeth in the dark bathroom with a hunting headlamp on (what!?), Shane giving Wesley a shaving lesson (using a comb) and tonight Shane went to check on Wesley and he was giving one of his babies a bottle and the other was on the potty. He is better at this gig than me. As a matter of fact, in a way to procrastinate going to bed, Wesley has come and given Max hugs and kisses 3 times already tonight. And he just told me that he has room for me to sleep with him - it makes me sad that I haven't given him as much attention as usual. Shane has been extremely kind to spend extra time with Wesley while I just feed, change and hold the baby. We have taken advantage of the nice weather and have taken a walk the last 3 nights. The neighborhood is slowly waking up so we look forward to getting to know more people soon. I am anxious for Wesley to have friends to play with like I started to at that age!!!
I will try my best to post some updated pics soon. That requires a trip to the other computer and a little more time...
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