Mother's Day

I've looked forward to this day ever since I wanted to be a Mom, but surprisingly, now that it was here, my mind was more focused on all the other women out there who want to be Moms (like I did), and who are still waiting for that blessing. I was so grateful that my church chose to acknowledge these women, as well as those who don't have a good relationship with their kids, or who have lost a child, etc. Mother's Day can be just as joyful for some as it is painful for others.

That said, I still did enjoy "my" day. I am so grateful and feel so blessed for the gift of Brae God has given us.

Brae made me a handmade door hanging thing that said "Te quiero, Mama!" (I wonder just HOW much Brae participated in this craft). Then I got to sleep in and Brae and Tygh brought me breakfast in bed. Brae also cut his first tooth this weekend, and lovingly passed on his most recent viral infection to me. Love you, son!

Six-month check up!

Brae is now 6 months old! It's hard to believe that he is a half a year old already. At his doctor appointment today, he took the immunization shots like a champ. He is 16.25 lbs., (25th percentile) and is 27 inches long (75th percentile). The doctor was very impressed that he is sitting on his own and even more impressed at what a happy little guy he is. He emphasized how good of a job we are doing (every parents' favorite words to hear), and that he's on track to be crawling by 8 months. It's time to baby-proof the house! Doctor's orders.

A Hello

This is our first attempt at a "blog," so bear with us! We decided to do a blog to keep our family and friends apprised of our little family. Here's the latest:

Brae: He's now almost 6 months old! He has just started on solids and has a penchant for sweet potatoes. Not a big fan of bananas so far. Last night was the first time he tried carrots. Not as good as sweet potatoes. He's sitting up much longer on his own (a few minutes) before he tumbles over. His favorite show is "Handy Manny" on Disney. He has discovered that crying achieves him things. For example, he knows that crying means that he can get attention if he's bored or wants to be picked up. It's no longer about basic needs. He is no longer swaddled at night for sleep, so he's taken great liberty with rolling all over his crib during sleep. He prefers to sleep on his stomach with his face firmly planted in the sheet. (Yes - he can still breathe!) His favorite toy is still the remote control. He loves Norm and Lilith; especially Lilith because she lets him pull her hair.

Tygh: Tygh is doing well at work and, praise God, still has a job despite this economy. He's hard at work on various projects, going into work about 5:30 each morning and picking up Brae around 3:30-4 for "man time." The band is also doing really well. They have huge upcoming gigs at Hawthorne Theatre and the Crystal Ballroom.

Britney: And me! I'm doing well. Work is staying busy, but not stressful. I feel very fortunate to have a job that provides me great flexibility and the people I work with are amazing. God is also doing a great work in my life in the department of SURRENDERING. Surrendering my wants, desires, goals to what HE wants for my life. It's a daily battle. But we've been blessed with so many things, it's time to just focus on those.

"But these things I plan won't happen right away. Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, be patient! For it will surely take place. It will not be late by a single day." Habakkuk 2:3.