Saturday, December 13, 2008

Road Trip

I had a little fun with photoshop on this picture. When I left to join the Navy, Mrs. Ingram wanted me to promise that i would never get a tattoo. I don't think I ever did make that promise. I still haven't gotten one... as far as she knows anyway.
I can remove those with photoshop too ya know ;)
Jenifer and I took Joey to Peachtree City, GA this past weekend for his first big road trip. He traveled really well on Friday evening. He slept almost the entire way there. On Saturday we went to the north side where Perry and Marge hosted our Christmas gathering for my Mom's side of the family. They have a beautiful home and always throw a classy party. It was very nice. My only regret is that not everyone could make it.
We made the most we could of the rest of the weekend, fitting as much visiting with friends and family as we could into the short visit. We were so happy to introduce Joey to everyone. Most everyone knows how long our road to parenthood was and everyone seemed to be forgiving of our overflowing pride and boundless happiness. It was so special to hear people telling Joey how much they had prayed for his safe arrival. That really does mean the world to us. Joey was a little more grumpy for the trip home. The important thing is we did arrive home safe and sound. Even with all the people we got to see this trip, we still have lots more we need to get a visit with.
I am happy to announce that our plans have changed and we will be visiting PTC again this coming weekend. Our original plans were to have our Christmas celebration at our house since I work on Christmas day. I found out I won't have to work any OT on my off week before Christmas so we have decided to celebrate at my parents house on Tuesday morning 12/23. I am looking forward to that very much. I really do miss everyone in Georgia.
Merry Christmas!

Friday, December 5, 2008

Merry Christmas!

December is finally here... and I have finally made some blog and photobucket updates. I don't have time right now to write a long blog post... I am busy getting ready for Joey's next big adventure. Let's just say that I'll have lots to blog about next week!
Oh... We did go see Santa yesterday... but I am forbidden from sharing those photos just yet.
I hope the Christmas season is shaping up wonderfully for everyone!
Merry Christmas!

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Milestones

Joey smiles regularly, he started smiling purposely around mid November.

Joey giggled for me on Saturday Nov. 22nd and he laughed for his daddy last night Dec. 1st.

Joey coo's and carries on baby conversations now. If you coo at him or say la and wait he may talk back if he's in the mood, but it sure makes him smile.

Joey is clutching at things, he tends to grab handfuls of fabric, be it burp rags, blankets or your shirt. If you place toys in his hands he will hold small rattles or linking rings also.

Joey holds his head up more now. He is working on not wobbling so much while holding his head up. He is still working on this during tummy time but he's quite good at it when he's being held upright.

Joey found the toes on his right foot yesterday, he was sitting up (with a little help)
and he kept leaning (more like lurching) forward when all of a sudden he connected with his toes and held on.

Observing Joey growing and learning constantly is fascinating!