The Day Has Finally Arrived.... Lori's Last Day!

At 5 PM today Lori will officially move from Career Mom to Stay At Home Mom! Needless to say, we are both very very excited at this new endevour!

I asked Lori last night if she will miss work... her reply, "I will miss the people." It is hard to leave a job where your coworkers are close to you and a part of your life. Lori has known most of her coworkers for nearly 10 years, so I am sure it will be hard for her. But on Monday morning while I am getting ready for work and she does have to do a thing but take care of Ty, I am sure she will be loving it!

We feel very priviledged to even think about her staying home, let along actually doing it. In today's world, economy and life, it has almost become a neccesity for both parents to work to pay the bills and put food on the table. I feel very greatful we are able to do it.

As for Ty, on Sunday he turned 5 months old. It certainly does not seem 5 months since we were in the hospital but it has. He also has had a big week of firsts... Finally getting over his First cold, First taste of Apple Sauce and First taste of Pears. And boy, does he love the food!


It is so funny to watch him eat! As soon as he sees his little bowl and spoon, his eyes get really big and his arms and legs start moving around like he is jumping for joy! :-) He knows it is food and he knows it is time to eat! After he gets the first spoon full, he looks like a little bird with his mouth open. Looks like he has a BIG appetite, just like daddy!

We also laugh at some of the goofiest things... like mommy and daddy's funny sounds and faces. Check out the videos below and see if you giggle! :-)

Counting Down The Days.... & Ty's First Cold

After today, Lori will have 4 more days of work (she has Friday & Monday Off) and then she will officially change her title from Working Mom to Stay-At-Home Mom. She not only is excited but I am as well. It will be a welcomed change in all of our lives... especially for Ty, because now he will not have to get dressed every work day at 7 am in his snow suit.

Ty is doing well but he is currently experiencing his first ever cold. He is a little congested and coughing and sneezing quite a bit. The last few nights have been somewhat long because of his occasional coughing, sneezing and crying but overall he is getting through it pretty good. He is still laughing, playing and eating like normal, so I guess it is not too bad.

Speaking of eating, Ty is doing excellent on his cereal and is becoming quite a little bird when he realizes what is happening. Once he gets a spoon full the first time, he swallows quickly and opens right up like a little bird waiting for a worm from momma. I think we are a week or two away from trying some baby food for the first time!

This past weekend Ty got to experience his first Valentines Day and he sure did enjoy reading all of his cards. :-) Ty asked me to thank everyone for the Baby's First Valentines Cards and Gifts so Thank You!

Ty has still not rolled over on his own. Lori and I have thought a few times that he was going to, but he always seems to pull himself onto his back again. I think Lori is kinda hoping he holds off for another week so she has a better chance seeing him do it. :-)

I have been taking some videos of Ty with my hacked iPhone and am in the process of editing them. Once that is complete I hope to post a few on here for all to see. A few of them are quite comical!

Until next time, hope all is well and stays well!

4 Month Checkup & Mom's Resignation

Today was Ty's 4 month checkup and Dr. Colli was very happy with his progress. Ty now weighs in at 14 pounds 2 ounces and is measuring 24 1/4 inches long. He also received 3 shots, 2 in his leg and 1 orally. I was not there today, but Lori said he cried for about 15 seconds and as soon as she picked him up, he stopped! Tough little guy... because when it comes to needles, dad is a wuss!

This weekend he will get his second taste of Rice/Cereal and is now taking his bottle every 3 hours or so. In about 2 weeks we will try some baby food for the first time. Dr. Colli said we can try either Fruits or Veggies first. I think a nice finely chopped up steak, fresh from the grill would be better...

As you can see from the photo below, Ty is becoming stronger and picking his head up more frequently during tummy time. How can you NOT love that smile???


Ty is also becoming more attentive to toys and things that make sound. His hands are starting to grasp things easily and that really helps him play with his toys... and put things in his mouth. Anything from legs of stuffed animals, to his fingers, thumb and occasionally his burping cloth!



He is also so very close to rolling over. Ty like to move onto his side and is just just about to roll, but then uses a hand to stretch and pull himself onto his back again. He will get it soon and when he does, I am sure it will surprise him and of course anyone who is watching!

His sleep patterns have continued to be excellent. Although he now likes to awake at 5 AM. :-) And let me tell you... he is almost as reliable as an alarm clock! 4:58 AM or 5:02 AM... he is pretty close. And he never awakes crying. I know we have been pretty lucky with this and let me tell you, as a new dad, I thank my lucky stars, because that boy has some good lungs. If he woke up crying each morning, I know I would be investing in some good ear protection! A smile from your child does wonders to you as a parent... when he does it at 5 AM as he routinely does, it makes getting up that early, worth it!

Did I mention he is just a tad bit spoiled? No? Well he is... when mommy and daddy gets home in the evenings, he wants attention all the time and loves to be held. And mommy will be spoiling him more at the beginning of March when she will become a full time stay at home mom. This past Monday, Lori gave her one month notice to her boss and place of work for almost 10 years!

In this day, age and economy we realize this is a luxury and we are lucky enough that we can afford to do this. Lori really misses Ty and wants to do this. I am in a good position at work and have enough income to have the bills paid and food on the table. There will be times where money is tight and we will not be able to do something that we could before, like going to a sporting event or going out to eat with some friends... but in the end, those sacrifices will prove to be well worth it!!!