Two Months

Patrick had his two month check-up today. He weighs 13lbs 9oz (90%), and is 24 inches long (90%). He's one big baby!

The past month has been spent smiling at visitors, hanging out in the Baby Bjorn, cooing at the baby in the mirror, and going for walks in the mall. We're looking forward to nicer weather so we can spend some time outside.

The boy does not like to nap. He will be yawning and rubbing his eyes, but the minute we put him in his cradle, his eyes pop wide open, and he grins from ear to ear -- he just wants to play!

After easing us into parenthood the first few weeks, he has developed into a decidedly moody baby. He can be very fussy at times, wanting to be held constantly. But when in a good mood, his smiles will melt your heart.

Grumblebug

Dan was in town and stopped by to meet Patrick.

Cousins and Kisses

Family Visit

A quick, action-packed visit with sledding, Clue, and lots of pass-the-baby.

Trip to Irvington

We're recovering from a whirlwind trip yesterday to visit GranD and Grumps, and to pick up their old cabinets. No photos of Patrick's first road trip, unfortunately...

Bathtime

Daddy's Boy

Engaged!

Robin's Dad proposed to Suzanne last night, over a romantic Valentine's dinner. We couldn't be happier -- welcome to the family, Suzanne!!!

Nor'easter

Finally, a decent stowstorm -- we got about two feet dumped on us yesterday. Too bad Patrick's not old enough to go sledding...

Happy Valentine's Day!

Buddha Belly

Margaritas and Mayhem

Patrick looks docile in the picture, but he was anything but when we went out to dinner with Steve, Trish, and Kate. Maybe he just doesn't like Mexican...

Daddy Time

The bottle didn't go so well, but Patrick enjoyed the gym...

Happy Bug

Much too cold this week to venture out, but we're having fun at home...

Monkey See, Monkey Do

Patrick learned to imitate Auntie Laura sticking out her tongue. He has expanded this game to include big grins and pursed lips.

Angelic

This morning Patrick met Harlan, the minister who married us, at The First Reformed Church of Bethlehem. We sat by the door in case we had to duck out, but Patrick slept through the entire service. Harlan said it wasn't the first time his sermon had that effect...

Snow!

It's not much, but the most we've had all year...

Best Friends

Check-up

We went to see the cardiologist today. Patrick still has a VSD -- a small hole between his heart's two lower chambers. Dr. Velvis assured us that this isn't a big deal; it should close up on its own. He'll check him again in 5 months.

Patrick weighed in at a whopping 11 pounds -- he'll be growing out of his 0-3 clothes before we know it!