One Month Down

Here is Adam next to his hippo to measure how big he is at one month. We did this same measurement with John all throughout his first year.

Here is John at one month old next to the hippo. This was back in January of 2008.

Here is the lead up to the picture with Adam. John and Dave wrestling with the hippo.

John wanted to be in the picture with Adam

Sorry I didn't turn that picture around. Oh well... story of my life these days. We are so grateful for these two great, healthy boys. However, I have to be honest in saying that I am exhausted. Both Dave and I are. It is so much work to keep up with these boys and still make sure there is food on the table and clean clothes in the dressers. I told Dave that I feel like I am running on empty. I just don't have anything else to give to anyone else outside of these four walls. So to my friends whom I have not been in good contact, I am sorry. I am sure that life will return to normal at some point. I still think it was harder for us to go from zero kids to one kid, but going from 1 to 2 is challenging as well.

In all this I have to count my blessings. I am so grateful for: family (on both sides) who have helped us, including my mom who is back here a second time to help; good health for both kids; drop-in care at the CDC; a beach to swim at; good friends here and great playmates for John; the millions of meals people have made for us.

We would appreciate your prayers during this transition in our lives! I can't guarantee how often I will update this blog in the future, but maybe moreso in a few months.

Cheers.