My baby

I just love this picture and wanted to share it

Child of God

Several weeks ago, Max was baptized into the Catholic Church. It was a special day spent with special people. The last few weeks have been a blur, and I'm a bit behind on posts. So for all of you who weren't there....and special thanks to Aunt Mary who handmade his gown. I must admit, Sean couldn't figure out the whole boy in a dress thing. He told me it was like Little House on the Prarie. I love the gown!

Cinderella

She asked to do this. I said no. She was very sad and pouty. I thought, "Why not?" She loved it and thinks it was fun. Any time Cinderella, any time.

So big so fast....

Bigger and bigger everyday! Here is Max....week 5.

Stats: weight: 11 pounds 8 ounces (75%-90%)

lenghth: 22 3/4 inches (75%-90%)

head circumference: 40 cm (75%-90%)

They'll surprise you.....

I'm amazed at the ferocity of love that my children have for their new brother. While I am smitten with his cuddles, coos, and that wonderful baby smell, I'm surprised to find his siblings feel the same. Even Sean....the child who relished his time as baby and his cuddles with Mom more than the others. Sean simply exudes joy with regard to his brother. Max is the first person Sean must visit in the morning. He will sit by the bouncy seat for large amounts of time just looking at the baby, kissing him, rubbing his hands or belly, and talking sweet nothings to the baby. He has introduced Max to all sorts of strangers with glee. If and when the baby fusses he has three musketeers who dash to the rescue.....a binky, a nag to Mom that baby needs milk, a bounce in his seat, or a blanket across his lap. It brings me such joy to witness the love they extend to a new little person. They have all had their schedules "rocked" a bit and have had to make concessions to keep the baby happy, Mom sane, and the house standing, and they have, so far, done it with joy and selflessness. A surprise to me and a gift to us all. Just like Max.

Sweet Baby Boy

Here is Max, nearly two weeks old. His chubby face is growing! So far, he is a sweet, mild, little guy, who can put up with lots of sibling noise and love (pats that aren't always the most gentle, and vigorous kisses).

Sweet things overheard:

(Sean to a preschool friend): "Do you want to see my baby, Maximilian Conor? You can rub his head and give him a kiss if you want?"

Birthday Party for Max

Last Saturday, when we brought Max home, we celebrated his #0 birthday. The neighbors came for lasagna and cake. As gifts, we were blessed with the following: a neighbor who came over unannounced and mowed and edged our lawn, a neighbor who took the kids to her house to bake a birthday cake, a mother-in-law and nephew who made a delicious dinner and cleaned up the kitchen. Those are gifts this mom really appreciates!