Update

Well, we thought we'd post to update some of the recent photos we've taken of Connor. He is such a charmer and is proving to be quite adventurous! His new interest in climbing the stairs to get to the safety gates that Michael installed. He just hasn't figured out how to get off of the stairs without face-planting! Connor is so proud of himself that he can get up to the gates by himself. He always looks back at us and smiles because he knows he's not supposed to be up there! He thinks it's hilarious!

We went to the doctor again today... his right ear is better but his left ear is still pretty bad. We're trying a new antibiotic starting today, so please pray for him! He is such a trooper, but we absolutely hate to see him in pain! Despite the ear infection, he is still a very happy kiddo!

Here is Connor reading at Barnes and Nobles. He already loves books... he enjoys looking at the pictures, chewing on the board books, and listening to Mommy and Daddy read to him.

We captured Connor in jail! He was having such a ball peeking through the gate!

Here is Connor running away from the cupboard he just emptied... "Hurry, get away before Mommy makes me clean it up!"

Having some fun looking in the mirror! Yes, Connor is wearing army boots. The receptionist at Michael's work gave us these after her son grew out of them.

Connor at his first poker party with the boys... no brewsky for you Mister!

Connor test driving our new car! I think he approves!
Here are Connor and Michael in front of our new car! Yes, that's right... we purchased Mommy's dream car and we're so excited to have this as our family car. It's so comfortable for us and it received the number 1 safety ratings!

Last but not least... here is Connor test driving his very own new car! Thank you Poppy and Grammy! Connor loves riding on his firetruck!

Connor, the Trooper!

Well, we managed to make it to 10 months without an ear infection, but our luck ran out! I took Connor to the doctor today because he had been pulling on his ear (no other cold or flu symptoms). We found out that our poor little guy has an ear infection in both ears! We started antibiotics and ear drops for the first time. I just hate having him in pain... I remember my parents telling me that it hurt them so much when their children were hurt, and it's so true. I don't think I fully understood it until I became a mom. It actually physically hurts deep down in your heart when you see your child sick. Sorry for the depressing post... On a lighter note, Connor is happy and energetic and we are blessed to have such a wonderful little boy. He brightens the world of everyone he meets! Here are some pictures of Connor in the waiting room reading his book. Such a good boy!

5 Steps!!

Hi Family and Friends,
We just wanted to keep you in the loop... over the last couple days, Connor has taken a few steps on his own! Last night we counted 5-6 independent steps. He's walking in between mommy and daddy so we haven't been able to get a picture of him walking yet, but surely we will soon. He is so proud of himself, but we are even more proud of him! I feel like each day he learns something new or conquers a new milestone. We just love watching him crawl around the house or cruise around the furniture babbling out loud. He is such an amazing boy!
We hope you are doing well!
Love, Michael, Meg, and Connor xoxo

Save the Date

Hi family and friends,

Just wanted to let everyone know that we've decided on August 8th for Connor's first birthday party. We hope you all can come and celebrate this wonderful little boy! Please save the date on your calendar and look out for an invitation in the mail soon.

Love, M, M, and C

Our fun weekend!

Hanging out at Kim's graduation party... congrats Kim!! Tasting watermelon... he's not yet a huge fan!
Hanging with the gramps and grams!
Connor's own cupboard... filled with pots and pans and his tupperware. He's actually claimed most of the cupboards in the house! :)

Happy 10 month birthday Connor!

We can't believe it's already been 10 months. You are growing so quickly and I can't begin to explain how amazing it is to be your mom. Your dad and I talk about you every night and are just amazed at how quickly you're learning. It's astounding to watch you babble and learn new sounds each day, laugh and smile constantly, and cruise around the house so independently. You really are so amazing. We love you with all of our hearts Connor. You are the best son we could have ever dreamed of.

Cutest Boy in the World!

Weekend in Tahoe

Last weekend, we enjoyed a few nights in Tahoe with Jill and Dave at their beautiful timeshare. We had a wonderful weekend and Connor enjoyed going in the pool for the first time. We've had such a busy week that I haven't had the chance to post these pictures yet. I guess better late than never! We hope everyone is doing well!

Professional pictures taken on the cruise...

Connor's First Cruise!

Here are some photos from the cruise we just went on. We were scheduled to go on a Mexican Riviera cruise, but with the Swine Flu scare, our itinerary changed to go up north to Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We had a fabulous time vacationing with Connor. We couldn't have done it without Poppy and Grammy Mitchell and Grandma Jill!

Happy Birthday Poppy!

Happy Birthday to my dad!
Thanks for all that you do for our family.
You are such a great Dad and wonderful Poppy too!
We all love you!

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day
to Grammy Gerri, Grandma Jill,
Great Grandma Mary, and Great Grandma Hilda!
(and all the other mothers that follow this blog!)

Happy Nine Month Birthday Connor

We love you more than anything Connor! You are an amazing gift from God!

We had a wonderful weekend celebrating my birthday. Below is a picture of the family (missing Dad who is in Guam and Mallory in LA) celebrating with a birthday lunch. Thank you to all of you who sent such nice cards. I love you all! Thank you Michael and Connor for making my birthday special.