Now You're My Whole Life

Dates are important to Ryan and I. They are normally simple, but the time we spend together is so important for our relationship. Well, it had been 5 weeks since we enjoyed more than 10 minutes of alone time. I don't regret that at all because we were focusing on Vann and parenthood. However, one thing that we have promised each other is we will remember that it's OUR LOVE + God's Miracle which brought Vann into the world, and he will know that his parents love one another. Ryan looked at me one evening and asked, "when are we going on our first date night". So, I texted my parents and asked if they were available to hang out with Vann while we went out. Of course, they were super excited and immediately said yes. We were counting the days and then hours...is that bad? I assure you, it's not because we wanted to get away from our little man, but more that we wanted to focus on our relationship and keep it strong. Red Lobster was Ryan's pick. I wasn...

Our little man has been here for one month!  He is beginning to look around, make little noises, respond by moving his head and eyes towards our voices, and plays on his mat. He gets mad when he pulls his own hair (guess that is the negative part about having those handsome locks)! We love listening to the album "Sing Over Me" at any time of the day!  We are so happy he is here and blessed that he has been so healthy!  Happy One Month Vann Man! 

He is nearly a month old! Thursday is the big day and wow has it gone quick. Our little boy is showing us his personality a lot more this week. Vann's 4 Weeks Old! September 3 - September 9 What Vann's Up To: This week we focused a bit more on play time. He is really enjoying his Baby Einstein play mat. At first all he would do was look in the mirror, but he has taken an interest with the hanging toys. I will lay him in his crib on his back when we are swaddling him and let him lay there awhile. He kicks his legs all around like a little frog. Vann loves his toy that has a jingling sound, crinkly-wrapper sound, and has different textures. Since Thursday we've concluded that we have a different child. He is so much more alert and has smiled a lot more. We know the smile is not made on purpose, but goodness it blesses our hearts! Mama and Vann took a couple of independent trips this week. We definitely used the Baby Bjorn carrier this time. The carrier work...

Vann is THREE weeks old!  August 27th - September 2nd   What Vann's Up To: He is growing like a weed. This week was the first one without Daddy home and just with Mommy full time. We miss him lots. lots. lots! Vann loves to eat anytime and all of the time. On Wednesday my mom, Vann's Gran, hung out with us. We got up and visited Daddy's office, then had lunch at Yonah Burger, and went to our doctor's appointment. For the most part, Vann is an excellent sleeper at night. He will go 4 hours for the first part, and then another 3 hours. I am getting about 5-6 hours of sleep a night. Chopped up sleep is much different that solid sleep. I miss it. Lyla loves to check in on Vann. When he makes little noises, her ears perk up and she will go over to where he is and try to give him kisses. It's so sweet. Vann kept us awake on Saturday night after the UGA vs Clemson game. I guess he was upset about the loss like his daddy. We watched it at Ryan's parents...

Vann is two weeks old!  August 20th - 26th    I can't get over how much he's changed from birth until now. We had a busy week, but we are starting to settle in and get somewhat used to life's new routines. What Vann's Up To:   This week was so nice having Daddy home with us still. We love that he took two weeks off. Vann has made himself right at home. He is sleeping in his Rock N Play right next to my side of the bed. As long as his arms are swaddled in while he is asleep, he stays asleep for the whole 3 hours before he wakes up to nurse. If his arms get loose, he flails them around and wakes himself up! Emily and Andy came up from FL to visit on their way to NC. Emily made him a gorgeous blanket that is so perfect. Andy kept us entertained with all of his questions. Vann was completely spoiled. We had an amazing lunch that Em and Erin picked up from Sugar and Spice! Shout out to Kimberly for having the best restaurant; she can make chicken salad like n...