One year ago..

Take a trip back in time with us... June 6, 2008 is a day we will NEVER forget! After feeling really tired and just plain yucky for a week or so, I decided to take a pregnancy test. We were not prepared for the shock that followed.

Sometimes I look at our little man, still totally amazed at the beautiful gift we have been given. The journey was worth the wait and we are so happy to have our Silas.

We celebrated our first family Memorial Day with a campfire in the backyard. Silas got to play in the grass for the first time. He wasn't sure at first but his little toes kept trying to grab ahold of the grass. Very cute!:)

Silas is learning more and more each day! He loves to smile and giggly, and just this week started growling. (well I take that back.. he's been growling when we burp him since he was born.lol) But now he will growl back at us when we growl at him. He loves playing with his toys (and mommy's computer!) He sits with me and holds his hand on mine while I move the mouse. We are still trying to master rolling over but boy is he close! He gets halfway but can't quite get all the way flipped. He will soon I'm sure!

*giggle giggle*

Mr. Silas is now three months old! Where does the time go??! He is growing like a little weed:)

This month has been a fun one! He is finally mastered his smile and shows it often for us. Such a sweet little face. He is also learning how to giggle and it just makes me so happy. To see him react to us and express joy is so much fun! Just this week he started yelling.. at nothing in particular, just voicing his opinion at random times!LOL

Tummy time is enjoyed daily although he wiggles so much he's going to take off one of these days. We've also found a new love of cartoons. I never wanted to be one to park him in front of the tv but when it entertains him for a few minutes and I can take a break.. well I guess we'll sacrifice a few rules for Mom's sanity:)

Worth waiting for..

As every new mom knows, sometimes you don't always get things done when you want.. I meant to post this a week ago but.. well... life got in the way. :) I'm hijacking Si's blog for now..

So it is said that "The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new." (Rajneesh, courtesy of the quote garden) I believed this but never truely understood until my tiny little bundle was finally placed in my arms. The woman that I once was is just a memory to me now, she seems almost a stranger. The longing I felt for a child of my own had now been fulfilled. What a miracle this little life is.

Finally the day came that I have been waiting for. A day that I would normally avoid anything public (or most things on tv for that matter!) and one that I would wish to pass by as quickly as possible. Mother's Day. I had waited for so long to finally be able to celebrate the day as "mommy". It may seem like such a silly thing, Mother's Day.. maybe just a Hallmark holiday to some.. but to me it was finally reaching the unattainable. The journey was long and sometimes heartbreaking. The wait is over now though. No matter what happens in this life I will forever be "Mommy".

growing growing GROWING:)

Silas had his two month checkup last Tuesday. Little man is weighing in at 10lbs 14ounces and 23 3/4 inches long! He is growing and changing constantly and it's so much fun to see!

Wednesday we had to go visit the physical therapist for some stretching. His neck muscles are a bit tight on the right side but nothing alittle extra stretches will fix. He loves his after bath massages already so this isn't any big deal to toss in.

He is smiling more and more.. and trying to laugh. Still doesn't quite have that figured out yet but it's funny to hear him try. Daddy almost got one out of him this morning! Everytime we play he gets a bit closer, I'm sure we'll hear that giggle before long! He still loves his mirror. Of coarse who wouldn't love looking at that handsome face for awhile. lol He likes to bat at his toys and even managed to bop one right into Mommy's nose this morning. Seems like he is going to be on the move before long. He loves kicking his legs and stretching his arms out all around him.

It's still hard to believe he's 9 weeks old already. Having him here is so amazing. I love being his mom.. more than I ever thought possible! Every day we take a minute to thank God for this precious little man. What a great gift we have been given.

"who is that handsome boy?!"

Silas is officially two months old today! Woohoo!

We took our first trip to the park Saturday for his pictures but didn't stay very long. Maybe next time it will be warm enough for a picnic!

Little man is doing great right now. Last Monday I brought out the mirror I bought for his crib and he was excited! It was awesome to watch him smile at himself and reach for the toys on the mirror. He's such a smart boy:) Everyday now we have fun with mirror time!

Besides mirror fun, Silas is laughing and cooing.. and sometimes yelling at mom. He likes to feel knew things and discovered my cold water bottle.. lol

Yesterday we celebrated his first Easter. As always, he slept through church... then we came home to relax for the afternoon. The Easter bunny made a visit too, and left Silas his first Easter basket complete with an egg toy that crinkles and a stuffed chickie that chirps!

Tomorrow we got for a two month check-up with Dr. Julie.. and the dreaded shots :( I'm sure we'll do great though! We are anxious to see how much he's grown in the last month!

We are loving life here in the Ladehoff house and excited to see what comes our way next!

Welcome Spring!

Maybe... lol

Today Silas took his first trip to the mall. As usual, he slept through most of it! Of coarse we also had to stop and visit the Easter Bunny (even though we thought he was a little creepy looking. lol)

Silas is almost 8 weeks old and growing like crazy! He is changing more and more everyday. He loves being read to and is really starting to like bathtime - just not when he has to get out of the tub! He entertains me everyday with his little baby coos and sweet smiles. What a joy this little guy is!

6 weeks old..

and already such a personality! Silas continues to amuse and amaze us!

I am so thankful to be able to stay at home with my little guy, I can't imagine missing a moment of his life. He is smiling more now, it's wonderful! A few days ago he looked me right in the face and gave me a huge smile. Oh yeah, that made Mommy's day!

He has also discovered a love of pear juice, I'm just glad it got things moving in his tummy again. lol He sure sucks it down though, and then licks his lips when it's gone. Such a silly guy..

His favorite thing is of coarse, Mommy... but Daddy is a close second! He still likes to feel Daddy's chin and has discovered that the dog is hairy too. I don't think he's quite sure what the dog is yet though.. but he likes to touch him. lol

We are slowly getting into a routine and that makes life so much easier for me!

New things this week? We love the co-sleeper! Best purchase we've made so far! Now he can sleep beside me but is still safe in his own little bed! He also loves holding someone's hand (usually mine. lol) but that touch seems to really comfort him - and of coarse mommy doesn't mind holding his little hand!

We enjoy tummy time everyday and Silas is getting so strong. Won't be long before he's holding his head up with a little more control. His eyes are getting lighter too. We can't wait to see what color they finally turn! The poor little guy is going bald though.. but the hair on the back of his head is getting longer. Guess we can always do a comb-over if we need to!

He still isn't a big fan of being naked but does seem to enjoy peeing on mommy every chance he gets!

This week Silas was without mommy for the first time! Great Grandma watched him so I could run to the store for some juice. Silas was fine.. Mommy wasn't.. (well..I didn't think I would be anyway!) It sure was a fast trip to town though!