Conversations we never thought we'd have...

Some funny things that have been said in our house over the last 4 months:

The doctor says that she wants his poop to be the consistency of oatmeal.
Question: Was his poop the consistency of oatmeal the last time you changed him?
Answer: Hmmm...nope! It was more the consistency of cream of wheat.

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Question: Can you bring me some pants? Quick!

my response: For you or for the baby?

Welles: For both of us, I guess.

my response: Why?

Welles: He pooped on both of us.

Later that day....

Me: Welles, do you realize that this morning, in the span of 15 minutes, you were pooped on, spit up on, and peed on by your son?

Welles: I guess I was. Man!

Me: My mom says that it's good luck to get pooped on. Did you have a good day?

Welles: Well, it wasn't as bad as getting pooped on, peed on and spit up on!

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Me: Oh Gosh! Spit-up! HONEY! Bring me a towel!
Welles: We need to keep towels around us at all times.

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Me: I am going to CVS to get his prescription refilled.

Welles: While you are out buying things that don't work, go ahead and buy that other stuff for gas, too (Mylicon).

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Welles: If this (new medicine) doesn't work, I am going to call his doctor and send him to her house for a few days!

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After hours of crying....

Welles: Don't you think Missy would make a great babysitter?

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And because I cannot post without a picture of Daniel - here you go. Pouty lip. Just like his mama (post below of me at 2)

Rub a dub dub...

Our baby in the tub....

He's a cute little bub...

And he's a bit of a chub...

Contemplating life...

with Daddy...

about 3 minutes after this picture was taken...

spit-up happened!

"Every Child is a Gift from God"

Today, Daniel was dedicated at Dawson Baptist Church. For so many years, I have heard Dr. Fenton say, "Every child is a gift from God, and with this gift comes a responsibility..." Today was such a precious day to promise that we will work together and with our church family to lead Daniel to the Lord. Below are some pictures. Please don't tell Welles I posted the one of Daniel with his bonnett on. He was already upset that I was dressing him up "like a girl!"

May the Lord bless and keep you

May the Lord make his face to shine upon you

and give you peace

So that all may know, Jesus Christ is Lord!

Firsts

This week, Daniel had a couple of "first visits." On March 14th, Daniel went to the Church Nursery (Sunday School) for the first time. We put him in a sweater vest--just like his daddy! He doesn't look too happy in this picture, but I can assure you that he slept the entire time we were gone. The "teacher" assigned to Daniel was so upset because she didn't get to hold him!

Daniel also went to "school" for the first time this week. He has a spot at Hand in Hand, and really seems to like the program. His teachers in the "Baby Birds Nest" are already working with him to teach him sign language! He went on a "buggy ride" one day, had his first tornado drill, and the class even had music therapy one day. We are excited to see everything that Daniel will learn at Hand in Hand!

Who's Lucky???

Our nickname for Daniel - before we even knew he was a boy has been "Lucky." He was dubbed my lucky charm when I won bingo last summer on our cruise. This outfit - for St. Patrick's Day - is perfect for our little guy!

Daniel in the Boardroom

I've got my deal britches on! What do you say we make a deal?

Donald who? You're fired!

Sorry man, didn't mean to scare you. Let's try again.

What's that you say? Can't agree to my terms?

What if I sing like Dean Martin?

That's the ticket! So glad we could do business!

---many thanks to Katie and Rob for the precious suit jacket!---

Unhappy Cubs Fan

Par for the course if you are a Cubs fan! Hopefully this will be the year for the Cubbies!?!??!

Happy Birthday Grandpop!

Saturday was my dad's birthday and we spent time at my parents house just enjoying the family!

My friend Margaret made this beautiful daygown for Daniel. My plan was for him to wear it to his baby dedication in a few weeks. However, Daniel has inherited his daddy's broad shoulders, and barely fits into the gown. We had to buy something else for him to wear. Luckily I was able to get these pictures before we store the gown away for safe keeping. Thank you, Margaret!

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