Four months of fun with Isaac!

Isaac is now a little over four months! We will have the updates on length, weight, and head size after his doctor's appointment (which includes his four month shots!). Uncle Thom came down for a visit with us. He got to come to my work and meet some of my colleagues, and he watched Isaac for 20 minutes all by himself! Isaac enjoyed his visit; Thom and Marvin did not get along, however.

The four of us met up with Grandma G, Papaw Sam, Mamie, and Papaw Bill in the mountains. Our cabin was up very high (up a very scary one lane "cow path"), but the view was beautiful! Isaac enjoyed some time in the hot tub (no worries--it wasn't hot at all). Grandma G made a fantastic birthday cake for me. Marvin kept his eyes out for the black bear that was supposed to be lurking about. We never saw him or any evidence that he was close by. We went into town and had lunch with some samplings of the local microbrews and strolled around the shops. Grandma G gave Isaac his new favorite toy--his jumparoo! He loves to jump for long periods of time in it (and his Mom and Dad appreciate the time to have our hands free). Chris enjoyed his first father's day with dinner and a card chosen especially for him by Isaac, Marvin, and I. It was nice to spend father's day with my dad and Papaw Bill again. My mom enjoyed her S&D coffee that we picked up for her for her birthday present as well. Isaac was much better on this car trip, so we are learning how to travel more with him (and Marvin)!

Isaac continues to roll over on his left side and occasionally on his right side. He has made /f/, /g/, and /r/ sounds and all of his vowels sounds. He loves to talk to people or his hands. He continues to amaze us everday!

A milestone reached!

After about a month of trying, Isaac rolled over! He rolls over to his left side. After a month of getting his left arm stuck underneath him or getting distracted by sucking on his thumb or distracted by toys, he pulled his left arm out yesterday and did it!

The picture is of Isaac dancing during our trip during Uncle Thom's visit to the Carolina Brewery. Isaac started dancing to the live band's verison of "Brown-eyed Girl". He entertained not only our small little group, but the other tables surronding us too!

Birthday, Aquarium, and First Swim!

It has been another busy month already. For Chris's birthday, Isaac made a card at daycare! It was a very special card. Annalee told daycare that it was going to be Chris's birthday, so that made sure to make it a surprise! We had our first family roadtrip (minus Marvin) to the Aquarium. It wasn't the most successful car trip with Isaac; both mom and dad learned a lot! When we first got to the hotel, Isaac slept on the bed. We took off for the Aquarium first thing the next morning. Isaac was hungry as soon as we got in, so Annalee fed him before we did anything. Isaac then fell asleep, so Chris carried him around. It was all of our first time at the Aquarium, so Chris and I enjoyed it even when Isaac was sleeping. Annalee went to check out the penguins, and Isaac woke up! He spent most of his time in the stroller or in the carrier with Chris. Isaac really liked to watch the fish and other sea creatures as they moved around. He particularly liked the coral reef animals.

When we got back from the Aquarium, it was time for Isaac's first trip to the pool! He loves bath time, so we figured he would love swimming as well. Chris took him into the wading pool at first, and then we all three got in the regular sized pool. Isaac did not seem to like being in his turtle--he was not heavy enough to touch the water with his hands. Chris and I both took turns walking around with him in the pool. He seemed pretty indifferent. We are sure on his next swimming adventure, he will be happier!

Busy, busy and so much has happened!

Well, our little family sure has been busy over the past six weeks! We wanted to give you a brief update on all the happenings:

• Grandma G came down to help Annalee get ready to go back to work. It was hard putting in Isaac to daycare, but it was great to have an extra person to support her! Grandma G also was a big help in cleaning and making a few meals that Chris and Annalee both enjoyed eating! Thanks again, Grandma G!


• Isaac started daycare. We love his teacher and have enjoyed watching him grow as he learns at his "school".


• Annalee started school. In some ways, it has felt like she never left. In other ways, it seems like she missed a WHOLE bunch. It is always interesting trying to find the time and place to pump.


• Isaac got his first fever and cold. He got it and had to stay home with dad. It was the same day he was supposed to have his shots, so they got postponed. At that appointment, which was his two month appointment, he weighed 13 lbs. 6 oz. and 24 1/8 inches. He is in the 90th percentile for both height and length! No worries about being too big: he is in the 50th percentile for his weight compared to his length


• Isaac got his first shots! He cried, but Chris fed him a bottle left over from daycare, and he was just fine!


• For Mother's Day, Isaac made his mom a very special Mother's Day card. It had his picture and his handprints. It made his mom cry.


• Isaac had his pictures taken at daycare--his first school pictures! He also fingerpainted a flower that is displayed in the classroom.


• Isaac was the life of a party celebrating a good friend's birthday. His parents were glad to get out of the house and enjoy some adult company.


• Isaac got a visit from his Uncle Ricky and Aunt Lauren, and Lauren's sister Erin and her parents Pat and Tyrone! We had a fantastic brunch with them and enjoyed the opportunity.


• Isaac is the happiest little guy: he loves going for walks with Marvin and smiling and laughing and "talking" to his mom and dad. He likes holding his head up and looking around, and he's trying very hard to roll over. We think he will do it very soon. He has slept through the night three nights in a row, but the streak was broken by another cold.


• Isaac continues to grow so fast. He is well into 3-6 month clothes and is even wearing some that are labeled 6-9 months. Since there is no three month doctor visit, we weighed and measured him this weekend: based on the bathroom scale and dad's tape measure he's 15 lbs 12 oz and 25 1/2 inches.

Update more soon!