Meeting Little Olive

July has been an insane month.

We literally just got back from a week and a half family reunion/road trip through most of Oregon and Northern California.  Unfortunately somewhere along the way our little guy has come down with a cold of sorts.  He's been running a low temperature for the past couple days, so we are so glad to be home were he can rest in his crib, use a humidifier, and not have to sit in his car seat all day.  Dallas and I were so impressed with how well he did on our first family road trip, though.  He slept so well in his pack and play, did amazing while driving, and was such a happy pleasant baby with all the cousins and family members.  It wasn't until the last three hours of our trip that he started to feel poorly, so we are so grateful that things went so well!  Needless to say we've had quite the adventure filled month and can't wait to share with you all some of the amazing pictures and stories.

Before we get to our trips, we need to back track to the beginning of July...

Like I mentioned, July has been a busy and fun-filled month.

The most exciting news has been that we have another niece in our family!

Little Olive Elaine joined our family at the beginning of July and has been such an amazing addition.  We are all so in love with her perfect little features and so glad that the delivery went so well.  Erik and Heather's children have already welcomed her with open arms.  She is definitely getting her fill of kisses and snuggles!  It's been crazy to hold little Olive and imagine that Daxton was once her size not too long ago...time is moving too quickly!

We love you, Olive, and are so grateful to welcome you to our family!

Love, your auntie, uncle, and little cousin Daxton.

Daddy's Little Allstar

One of my favorite times of the day is when Dallas walks in the door after spending the day at work.  It reminds me of the Primary Song, "I'm so glad when daddy comes home."  The second that Dallas walks through the door and says hello, Daxton gets the biggest smile on his face.  They are so sweet together.  Dallas is the best daddy and loves his little boy so much.  

I sure am lucky to have these two guys in my life!

3 Months Old

On June 27th, our little guy turned 3 months old.

For his 3 month birthday I took him in to get weighed so we could see how much he has grown.  I am constantly amazed at how quickly he is growing and changing.

It is bittersweet watching all of this take place.

It is so much fun watching him discover new things around him, learn how to hold his head, focus on us, smile and interact.  But I have to admit that it makes me very sad at how fast it is all going.  I can't believe how much he has changed in these past few weeks.  We've already had to pack several clothes away that no longer fit and he wants to look around instead of constantly snuggling with his mommy.  I'm making sure to savor every little moment with our precious baby.  I know that there will soon come a time when he will not like all the kisses I give him; not want me to hold his hands and tickle his feet.  So I am going to love every minute I can!  I sure do love you, little one.

Newborn---3 Months

At three months he is weighing in at 14 pounds, 12 ounces.

PLAYING WITH DADDY

I can't get over these next few pictures.  They help show that even though he is growing and changing so quickly, Daxton is still just our little guy!  After feeding he tends to fall asleep and it is a constant battle to get him to burp.  It's pretty cute to see him slumped in a 'milk coma' as we pat his back.  I guess the motion must be soothing.

What a beautiful little boy!

Daxton, you've blessed our family in more ways than we can count.  Mommy and Daddy love you so very much and feel so blessed to be your parents.

Love you, sweet boy.

Lovin' Instagram

Life has been extra busy lately, which has put the blogging world a bit behind.  I hate it when I get behind on the blog, because it tends to feel more and more overwhelming with each day and needing to document our lives.  I consider blogging to be my way of keeping a virtual journal; a record of our little families adventures, which I think is very important.

On Mother's Day Dallas got me an iPhone.

I know...I'm a few years behind the times just getting one now, but I am LOVING it!  I'm not big into all the game apps (my life seems too busy to sit and play games most days) but I do love the app "Instagram."  It's a program where you can take quick pictures, use cool filter effects on the image, and then post them for your friends to see.  I've been loving all the memories I've been able to capture since I am not always able to carry around my nice camera (my hands seem to be more tied down lately!)

I figured I would share with you...

(If you already follow me on instagram or have seen these on Facebook, feel free to skip this post :)

"Apprehensive About Bathtime"

"Blue Steel"

"Feeding My Little Midnight Monster"

"Smiling After a Full Tummy"

"How can someone who's been crying for an hour straight, look so peaceful seconds later while asleep!?"

"Little Piggies"

"My Beautiful Blue Eyed Boy"

"Sir Chubs-A-Lot"

"Squishy"

"Waking with a Big Stretch"

"Sleeping Angel"

"More Pictures, Mom!?"

"Someone likes his fist more than his pacifier."

"Sir Poops-A-Lot"

"Mr. Smiley"

"Lazy Afternoons"

"Someone Just Found His Toes"

"Modest Bathing"

"Duck Lips"

"My Exhausted Little Shark"

"Trying out the new Bumbo"

"Baby Cleavage"

"Like Father; Like Son"

"Milk Drunk"

Photo of the Week 43

Bonding on the Beach

Photo of the Week 42

My beautiful blue eyed boy.

(I like the little pool of drool as a special touch.)

Driving Range

Last week Dallas took Daxton and I to the driving range.  The most I have ever done with golfing is at the local mini golf course so I was pretty excited to learn.  Dallas goes golfing all the time for work and with his buddies.  I often give him a hard time for never taking me, but in reality I just want to go so I can drive the golf cart.  It's a good thing Dallas only took us to the driving range, though, instead of an actual golf course!  Let's just say that trying to swing the club with proper form is VERY difficult when you can't even fold your arms anymore.  Maybe other nursing mothers would understand??  I lasted about 15 minutes before giving the clubs back to Dallas.  It was sweet of him to have so much patience with me, but I'll stick to cheering from the side.

Daddy showing off his golf swing.

We couldn't resist letting Daxton hold the golf club for a few moments.  When he's older, his daddy can really take him golfing.  He'd probably like that more!

I couldn't quite keep a straight face while practicing my swing.  At least Daxton was a good little baby by sleeping through all of mom's laughter.

It was a lot of fun just to watch Dallas in his element.
Not a bad way to spend a beautiful Saturday afternoon!