December 25, 2012
December 24, 2012
Hudson: Eight Months
Hudson turned 8 months on the 18th. It's so hard to believe he'll be a toddler in 4 months. This past month was another big month for us.
-Loves food. Crackers, puffs, pasta, and cheerios are some of his faves.
-Celebrated his first Thanksgiving with the Dewsnup side of the family.
-Learned to pull himself up on things.
-Less than 24 hrs later, he fell out of his crib.
-Still loves bath time & has taken a couple baths in the big tub. But, because he still fits (and its more convenient we usually bathe him in his infant tub.
-Interacts and plays with the other babies at church.
First Thanksgiving
In his car seat--Standing up on everything--His rug burn from falling out of his crib.
Discovering the Christmas tree
All ready for church
I wanted him to chew on something cold for his teeth...
ziploc baggie with frozen veggies inside.
First time in the big bath tub.
Bath time mohawk!
First visit with Santa.
He didn't cry, but he wasn't too sure.
Look at those two teeth!
November 29, 2012
Chris is 26!
Today, we're celebrating the birth of this guy. He is the funnest, sweetest and most lovable husband and father. I am so thankful for him and for all he does for Hudson and I. We are the two most luckiest people in the whole entire world.
For his birthday I made him a DVD slideshow of pictures of our little family, and got him some shorts. I also came up with this cute idea.
The Shower of Love
I cut out raindrops and made a shower head out of paper.
The sign says "Each drop carries a characteristic you possess." I wrote 26 different characteristics Chris holds on each rain drop.
He hasn't seen it yet....but I'm pretty sure he'll love it. :)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS!! Hudson and I love you!
November 20, 2012
Hudson: Seven Months
Hudson is 7 months old (and 2 days.) I can't believe it! I'm so excited for these next couple of months because he'll be experiencing a lot of his "firsts," like his first Thanksgiving, first Christmas, first time unwrapping presents...etc. I think I'm more excited than he is.
-At his 6 (1/2) month check up he was 15lbs & 27in long.
-Loves Ritz crackers
-Crawls...everywhere. He does the cutest army crawl & he's really fast.
-I'll probably jinx myself by saying this...but we have a sleeper! Yes, he sleeps through the night now (most nights) usually only waking up once to eat.
-Goes after everything. He loves cords, remotes, keys and the laptop.
-We've spilled more water in the past month than we have before. We casually leave our cups by the couch on the ground forgetting he can crawl and get to them.
-We still bathe him in his infant bathtub (for the convenience) and I think its about time we change to the big tub. He splashes all over the place. We usually have a puddle of water on the ground by the time we're done.
-He's a bit of a camera hog. Once we get the camera out he starts smiling right away.
-He loves people. He is always smiling at them and flirting with the girls behind us at church.
-TWO TEETH! Yea, Hudson's bottom two teeth (the middle two) have come in. They are sharp and so so cute.
He's climbing up onto things now.
He was trying to get the cords in this one.
Just after bath time
Watching TV with mom.
He looks so big to me here.
Eating crackers---He has crazy hair!---So cool with his sunglasses on---Silly boy!
Hudson with Dad's backpack---Crossing his legs while on a walk---First Halloween---Climbing
Onesie from Grandma and Grandpa Dewsnup
We found him sleeping like this one night
Trying on hats at Target
November 18, 2012
My Wife, of Great Worth...
When I said, "I do" to the beautiful woman I call my wife, Alyssa I thought I knew what I was getting; a companion and a best friend, someone to greet me when I came home from work and yes, I got all of that; plus a little more than I expected. When we vowed to each other on that most special day, our wedding day we promised love through the thick and thin, through health and sickness, through richer or poorer - in short, we promised to be there for each other no matter... what for all eternity.
Never has a day gone by where Alyssa ceases to amaze me. Just when I thought I knew everything there is to know about her, another beautiful characteristic blooms deep within her inherited nature. She is the most understanding person, the best gourmet chef, the funniest person, the much needed listener when I feel the world is falling upon me. Ever seen the dates she has planned? Talk about creativity! There are countless precious virtues hidden inside of her which only the closest person in her life can see them. I have been blessed to be that person, to recognize her every detailed talent and attribute.
The purpose of this post (behind Alyssa's back) is to shout to the world how lucky I am to be her husband. How lucky I am to be sealed to her journeying the rough days and joyful days forever. The past couple weeks I have been feeling under the weather. Never did a day go by last week when my fever hit below 100 degrees F. I constantly had a headache, always feeling nauseous, one minute i'm shivering, the next i'm sweating half my body weight off. It was a nightmare! On top of that, my cute little son, Hudson was showing signs of his first teeth coming through. He wasn't happy with that because of the pain - I too would be crying endlessly if a bone of some sort trying to work its way out my gums.
Tonight wasn't the best of night. I was again feeling out of it - threw up and the works. Alyssa is trying to keep everyone together, washing dishes and making the house a cleaner state. Then by pure wisdom and intelligence I moved furniture which resulted in a nail striking Alyssa and puncturing her hand. I washed up and tried to comfort Hudson while he screams his lungs out. To my woeful surprise, a musty sewage smell fumed from his little diaper. In a state of emergency and for the sake of the baby's carpet, I alert my dearest wife for immediate help while I hold him up like a ticking time bomb with my head turned away. (I have a terrible gag reflex). Of course with some running water and a great attitude she saves the day - Hudson had a clean bum, I found myself on the bed trying to keep myself calm and Alyssa is the hero of the day - as she is every day.
At the end of the day not once has she complained, grumbled, or murmured under her breath. Who I married on that special day was somewhat of a goddess. Alyssa is more perfect for me that I could ever have imagined. Alyssa's the mother no money could buy, Alyssa's the wife that no price could be placed. She's my world, my life, my eternal companion... she's my wife, Alyssa :)
Never has a day gone by where Alyssa ceases to amaze me. Just when I thought I knew everything there is to know about her, another beautiful characteristic blooms deep within her inherited nature. She is the most understanding person, the best gourmet chef, the funniest person, the much needed listener when I feel the world is falling upon me. Ever seen the dates she has planned? Talk about creativity! There are countless precious virtues hidden inside of her which only the closest person in her life can see them. I have been blessed to be that person, to recognize her every detailed talent and attribute.
The purpose of this post (behind Alyssa's back) is to shout to the world how lucky I am to be her husband. How lucky I am to be sealed to her journeying the rough days and joyful days forever. The past couple weeks I have been feeling under the weather. Never did a day go by last week when my fever hit below 100 degrees F. I constantly had a headache, always feeling nauseous, one minute i'm shivering, the next i'm sweating half my body weight off. It was a nightmare! On top of that, my cute little son, Hudson was showing signs of his first teeth coming through. He wasn't happy with that because of the pain - I too would be crying endlessly if a bone of some sort trying to work its way out my gums.
Tonight wasn't the best of night. I was again feeling out of it - threw up and the works. Alyssa is trying to keep everyone together, washing dishes and making the house a cleaner state. Then by pure wisdom and intelligence I moved furniture which resulted in a nail striking Alyssa and puncturing her hand. I washed up and tried to comfort Hudson while he screams his lungs out. To my woeful surprise, a musty sewage smell fumed from his little diaper. In a state of emergency and for the sake of the baby's carpet, I alert my dearest wife for immediate help while I hold him up like a ticking time bomb with my head turned away. (I have a terrible gag reflex). Of course with some running water and a great attitude she saves the day - Hudson had a clean bum, I found myself on the bed trying to keep myself calm and Alyssa is the hero of the day - as she is every day.
At the end of the day not once has she complained, grumbled, or murmured under her breath. Who I married on that special day was somewhat of a goddess. Alyssa is more perfect for me that I could ever have imagined. Alyssa's the mother no money could buy, Alyssa's the wife that no price could be placed. She's my world, my life, my eternal companion... she's my wife, Alyssa :)
November 11, 2012
Car Show & Beyond
We found near "the Islands" here in Arizona a family friendly gathering of historic cars. We figured we could easily get in because like those other cars on display, our car was ancient. Except the minor detail we noticed from their cars to ours was the value of their car was significantly higher and they took a great deal of care for them too. Check it out...
But these car owners weren't the only ones showing all their glamour, there were also some artists selling wonderful pieces of artwork including; paint, 3D sculptures, abstract art, homemade jewelry.
We couldn't stay long because the Arizona heat took over, but it was a fun weekend activity for our family.
But these car owners weren't the only ones showing all their glamour, there were also some artists selling wonderful pieces of artwork including; paint, 3D sculptures, abstract art, homemade jewelry.
We couldn't stay long because the Arizona heat took over, but it was a fun weekend activity for our family.
November 7, 2012
A Letter To You
Dear Hudson,
You are growing up too fast. It feels like just yesterday we were laying together in my hospital bed cuddling and listening to daddy sleep. It feels like just yesterday I was learning how to swaddle you just right, and bounce you in that certain way that you liked to be bounced. I'm no professional, but I do feel like I've gotten the hang of you. I love being your mommy. It's November and you turn 7 months old this month. You have developed quite the little personality. You've learned to throw fits, spit your food out, crawl around every where, scream really loud, sit up by yourself, chew on everything you can get your hands on, whine like a little puppy and make everyone around you smile. You have a million dollar smile.
I have big dreams for you Hudson. I hope that you grow up to be all that you can be. I hope you give life your all. I hope you make good friends, friends that will help you make good decisions as you grow up. I hope you learn to be a hard worker, and that you work for the things you need and want. I hope you turn out to be a gentleman, just like your daddy. I hope that your daddy and I can raise you to be all that your Heavenly Father intends for you to be, and that once you have kids of your own that you will do the same for them.
We have so much fun together, your daddy, me and you. You love laying in bed with us and climbing all over our faces. You love eating your oatmeal while your daddy hides behind me and plays peek a boo with you. You love looking at yourself in the mirror and smiling at everybody you see. You love playing with the laundry baskets and unfolding all of the laundry I fold. You love drinking from our cups and bouncing on our laps. You love watching cartoons and movies and being outside. You love going for walks in your stroller and laying on blankets on the grass. You love taking baths and splashing around in the water. You love your mommy and daddy and we love you.
I love you Hudson and am so lucky to be your mommy. Thank you for bringing so much joy into my life. I will forever be here for you, no matter what.
Love,
Mom
You are growing up too fast. It feels like just yesterday we were laying together in my hospital bed cuddling and listening to daddy sleep. It feels like just yesterday I was learning how to swaddle you just right, and bounce you in that certain way that you liked to be bounced. I'm no professional, but I do feel like I've gotten the hang of you. I love being your mommy. It's November and you turn 7 months old this month. You have developed quite the little personality. You've learned to throw fits, spit your food out, crawl around every where, scream really loud, sit up by yourself, chew on everything you can get your hands on, whine like a little puppy and make everyone around you smile. You have a million dollar smile.
I have big dreams for you Hudson. I hope that you grow up to be all that you can be. I hope you give life your all. I hope you make good friends, friends that will help you make good decisions as you grow up. I hope you learn to be a hard worker, and that you work for the things you need and want. I hope you turn out to be a gentleman, just like your daddy. I hope that your daddy and I can raise you to be all that your Heavenly Father intends for you to be, and that once you have kids of your own that you will do the same for them.
We have so much fun together, your daddy, me and you. You love laying in bed with us and climbing all over our faces. You love eating your oatmeal while your daddy hides behind me and plays peek a boo with you. You love looking at yourself in the mirror and smiling at everybody you see. You love playing with the laundry baskets and unfolding all of the laundry I fold. You love drinking from our cups and bouncing on our laps. You love watching cartoons and movies and being outside. You love going for walks in your stroller and laying on blankets on the grass. You love taking baths and splashing around in the water. You love your mommy and daddy and we love you.
I love you Hudson and am so lucky to be your mommy. Thank you for bringing so much joy into my life. I will forever be here for you, no matter what.
Love,
Mom
November 4, 2012
Gilbert Art Walk
One of the many reasons why I love my dear wife is her ability to research fun family-friendly activities. Did you know the Chamber of Commerce calendars will have community events which can be fun for the whole family and for the most part FREE?? So lately on the weekends we've been attending these fun events. We don't spend a lot of time there because we have Hudson on our hands and the sun gets to him after an hour or two. Here are our findings on our Gilbert Art Walk adventure...
It's wonderful to get out of the house during the autumn season and not experience snow. Furthermore, it's nice to get outside and still sweat a little while wearing shorts and t-shirts during this time of year.
Can't wait for next weekend!
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