Welcome to the World, Andrew!

2010-07-17T13:13:00.000-07:00

Here we are at the cottage again! Andrew says, "More splash Daddy!"
Making sand castles with Grandma

Cheese! Andrew is figuring out how to pose for the camera.

King of the docks! Andrew loves throwing rocks in the water.

Swimming at his friend Quinn's house. Andrew wasn't very interested in the water for long!

Andrew collecting candy at the fourth of July parade.

I'm getting the hang of this!

2010-06-04T11:40:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day weekend was our first weekend up at Grandma's cottage this summer. The weather was so beautiful and the water was so nice and warm. We had a great time!

Andrew is two!

2010-06-04T11:18:00.000-07:00

I may be two but I am still Mama's boy!
I'm two years old!

Opa and Oma.

I love Elmo

Andrew's new tricycle from Grandma.

Andrew at the park for a birthday party with friends.

Some see saw action

Having a picnic in the clubhouse with Jonah and Gabby.

Hanging out with Quinn.

Going down the slide.

Couch bouncing

2010-04-21T17:33:00.000-07:00

When Dave was little he loved to bounce on the couch. Looks like Andrew has caught on!

Warmer Weather is Here!

2010-04-02T13:42:00.001-07:00

Andrew filling up the bird feeder. He had so much fun scooping and pouring!
Andrew on the balance beam. He has been really interested in the balance beam at the park lately.

Climbing on the jungle gym at the park.

Swinging. Whee!

Going down the slide all by himself.

Andrew loves pushing around his little lawn mower.

Andrew with all his friends he likes to sleep with--blankie, cuppy, George and Koko.

What's wrong with this picture?

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2010-03-21T14:12:00.001-07:00

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Meijer Gardens

2010-02-14T10:52:00.000-08:00

Last week we took Andrew to Meijer gardens to play. Their tropical area is so warm and humid you can almost pretend you are outside in the springtime! Andrew loved running around and looking at the plants and water. Any open area where he can run is a good time! Andrew plays peekaboo with Dada through the trees.
Try and catch me!

So much to explore and climb on.

Andrew wants to be just like Dada. He takes his mug to the table and climbs up on the chair so he can drink his coffee and read the newspaper.

The New Year

2010-02-02T07:34:00.000-08:00

Things have been pretty quiet around here except Andrew has a bad cold so we're not getting enough sleep. Hopefully he'll feel better in a few days! Andrew loves reading books, building towers and knocking them down and playing with his cars and trucks. Andrew was so excited to have three sippy cups!

He loves his little cups and his koala who he calls "Koko".

Lifting weights just like Dada.

Take me for a ride, please!

Christmas

2010-01-16T10:24:00.001-08:00

Opening presents at home with mom and dad.
I love my new flashlight!

Andrew is excited about his basketball game

from Uncle Chris and Aunt Allyson.

Decorating gingerbread houses with the friends.

Look at all the yummy candy!

Is it time to open presents yet?

First Snowfall!

2009-12-04T09:26:00.000-08:00

Kitty Love

2009-11-19T10:48:00.000-08:00

Andrew loves the kitties as much as ever! Georgia tolerates him pretty well. Georgia notices Andrew's hair has an interesting smell. Probably dried milk.
Hi, friend!

Georgia makes a good pillow.

Let's see how far my finger will go into Georgia's ear.

BFFs!

Friends and Family

2009-11-16T10:36:00.001-08:00

Quinn came over for a playdate this week. Andrew was so happy to see him! He didn't want to stop touching Quinn. Quinn wasn't quite as enthusiastic about Andrew.
We enjoyed hanging out on the porch one warm day this week!

Visiting Grandma. Andrew loved all the little toys Grandma had for him.

Playing in the leaves in Grandma's backyard.

I'm king of the mountain! Andrew had fun playing with Grandpa!

Fall Fun

2009-11-02T13:30:00.000-08:00

Andrew loves playing in the leaves outside! He tosses them into the air and flicks the leaves around using a stick. He doesn't like being tossed into a pile of leaves, though. He has been so much fun lately and has been sleeping and eating really well, although he does like to eat pretty much the same thing every day. He has two new words: "guh" for Grandma and "puh" for peekaboo. Andrew in a big leaf pile.
Helping dad rake

Keep raking, dad!

Andrew playing in his castle.

Peekaboo!

Andrew likes to run down the hill in the side yard.

Playing with the bunnies at the pumpkin patch.

Going on the pumpkin car ride.

Calling Grandma

2009-10-19T10:58:00.000-07:00

October Fun

2009-10-18T10:19:00.001-07:00

Here's Andrew in his Halloween costume! We will be gone over Halloween weekend so I took a couple of early pictures of Andrew in his doggy costume. He wasn't too sure about the hood part but still had fun running around outside.

We took Andrew for a walk yesterday and enjoyed some of the fall color.

Andrew loves being outside and stepping on the crunchy leaves.

September Happenings

2009-09-23T16:35:00.000-07:00

Opa and Oma came over to dig a hole for the tree they got Dave for his birthday. Andrew was more than happy to help! He made the sign for "more" every time Opa stopped digging. What a slave driver! He also helped Opa by throwing dirt in and out of the hole and into the wheelbarrow. This way, Oma!
This hole isn't deep enough, Opa!

Helping Opa move out some dirt.

Andrew loves riding his "bike".

Making a joyful noise.

Andrew took his first trip to the zoo a few weeks ago! He loved this huge aquarium.

Hey, look at those llamas!

A couple of monkeys looking at the monkeys.

Andrew's first hair cut.

2009-09-11T04:17:00.000-07:00

Andrew got his first haircut this week! We just took off a little bit to neaten things up so he still has a little bit of curls in the back. Andrew and I are keeping busy going to babytime at the library, playdates and hanging out with Opa and Oma and going to Grandma's cottage. Andrew loves going outside to walk up and down the driveway and play basketball. Unfortunately he hasn't been sleeping as well lately but we're hoping its just a phase. I don't think he will ever be a good sleeper though!

Andrew was a little nervous about his first haircut.

The back of the haircut.
Check me out at the hair salon!

Beep beep! Andrew drives his car.

Checking out a doggie coming down the street.

Come and catch me!

Playing in the garden.

Camping

2009-09-01T17:05:00.001-07:00

Last week we took Andrew camping for the first time. It was so much fun! He loved being outside all the time and going for walks and swimming. Andrew has been sleeping pretty well lately and is just so enjoyable. He can say a few words and his current favorite is "dada". Andrew has had some pretty impressive tantrums and is doing some "limit testing". Just a typical active toddler! Andrew and Dada swinging at the campground.

Helping Opa with the crossword puzzle.

Reading books with Mama. Andrew's favorite camping activity was wandering around the campground but he also liked sitting on a blanket and reading books or playing with toys. We got to go swimming one day that was warm and he had tons of fun splashing in the water and destroying Mama's sand castle.

Eating breakfast. Andrew thought it was pretty cool to eat outside. He liked sitting at the picnic table too.

Camp man.

Summertime

2009-08-11T10:15:00.000-07:00

Hard to believe that Andrew is almost 15 months! He seems to get bigger every day. He loves exploring the great outdoors and seems to be in an easy phase, playing happily on his own and gaining more independence. Nothing better than relaxing on the couch with a good book.
Andrew loves Grandma's cottage! (and he loves Grandma too). We enjoyed swimming and playing on a hot day this past week.

There's always new toys at Grandma's.

Playing with Grandma.

Summertime

2009-08-03T10:09:00.000-07:00

We have been so busy enjoying summer! We love playing outside, going to the park every day and meeting up for play dates with friends. Tomorrow Andrew is going to stay overnight at Oma and Opa's house for the first time so we can have a night away. Eating cake at Brian's birthday party.
Andrew inspects a sprinkler at the birthday party.

Playing in the pool with Gabby and Bekah.

Andrew loves to go on his little swing in the front yard.

At the Cottage

2009-07-14T12:07:00.001-07:00

Last week we got to enjoy a week on Lake Missaukee at Dave's family's cottage. God blessed us with a beautiful week of relaxation, time with family and the opportunity to see God revealed in His creation.

Andrew and Aunt Sue. Andrew was giving out lots of hugs last week!
Andrew in a little tugboat we borrowed from the neighbors.
On a boat ride with Grandma. Andrew really hated that life vest!

Exploring the flags in the neighbor's yard.

Happy Birthday America!

Andrew and Mama on the beach.

Digging in the sand. Andrew had limited interest in the sand.

This wave almost knocked him over! Andrew loved the waves.

Splashy!

(Most of) the family on the Fourth of July.

Again with the neighbor's flag.

Andrew loved playing on Grandma's deck.

This place is fun!

Water Fun

2009-06-25T08:24:00.000-07:00

Ah, the joys of summer! Here Andrew discovers the garden hose and gets plenty wet as he tries to figure out how to use it.

Summer Fun

2009-06-11T08:18:00.000-07:00

We finally got out Andrew's little wading pool and he loved it! Chillin' like a villain.
Splashing around.

Using the water wheel on his new water table.

Andrew would not put his boats down! Such an adorable little sailor.

Checking out the children's gardens at Meijer garden.

Playing in the Great Lakes fountain. He really wanted to go in! That's when we decided to go home and get his little pool out.

I'm just going to stick my foot in!

Bathtime and Books

2009-06-03T14:23:00.000-07:00

Andrew has so much fun during bathtime! He is so interested in all the water coming out of the faucet. His baths aren't very relaxing since he just stands the whole time.

Andrew and mama reading on the couch together. Andrew enjoys reading his books, especially books with pictures of babies.

Andrew Walking

2009-06-01T05:38:00.000-07:00

Busy Guy

2009-05-23T18:39:00.000-07:00

Andrew has been so busy lately! He is walking quite a bit now, loves feeding himself, talking to himself in the mirror and playing outside. He is getting a couple of molars and has been a little bit of a cranky pants. Andrew enjoys playing with sticks in the yard. He makes piles and then transfers all the sticks from one pile to another.
Sticks are fun! I hope I don't poke myself.

Can I please have some Cheerios, Dad?Yum!

Outdoor fun

2009-05-16T19:00:00.000-07:00

Andrew loves to ride in his little car. He can push himself backwards.
Pushing his car around.

I love sports!

Playing basketball with dad.

Spring Days and Birthday Party

2009-05-10T07:26:00.001-07:00

Andrew turns one next week and we had some friends and family over to celebrate. Here you can see Faith and Bekah are a lot more interested in Andrew's presents than he is. Who needs toys when you have a paper cup?
Yummy birthday cake!

The frosting is the best part.

Tulip time at our house.

Trying to put his shoe on. Andrew loves his shoes and loves to go outside.

Andrew could walk around holding mama's hand all day.

Andrew loves exploring the great outdoors.

Loving the swings. Whee!

Looking good in his sun hat. He doesn't leave it on for long though.

Almost walking!

2009-04-28T08:41:00.000-07:00

Andrew has been doing some more walking lately. He walks between pieces of furniture and from furniture to mom or dad. Pretty soon he will be running around! Dave and I are going to Florida for a few days and we are a little anxious about leaving him but we know Opa and Oma will take good care of him.

Do I dare let go?

Here I come!

Relaxing with his favorite beverage.

Its so sunny out today!

Playing outside with a tub of water and a little ducky.

Andrew's last month of the first year of life!

2009-04-21T17:58:00.000-07:00

Andrew plays it cool for the paparazzi. Walking with grandma.

I'm a sports star!

Hi Andrew fans!

Someday I'll be able to reach the kitties.

The family at Meijer Gardens.

Andrew and Mama among the plants.

Andrew giving serious thought to some plant life.

You can see where Andrew gets his observation skills.

Spring is Here!

2009-04-13T06:38:00.000-07:00

We are so happy for the warmer weather so Andrew can play outside every day. He loves walking around the yard, tasting leaves and playing with the neighbor's dog. Here's Andrew sorting shapes. He likes taking them in and out of the bucket and moving them behind him one by one.

Andrew loves the cookie jar from Uncle Frank and Aunt Kathy. He can put the circle shape back in all by himself and will do it over and over.

Andrew and Dada going for a run in the new jogging stroller.

Discovering daffodils. I was trying to get a nice spring picture but he actually wasn't very interested in posing.

There's so much to see!

Time to Eat!

2009-04-06T17:57:00.001-07:00

I have been trying to do more finger foods with Andrew and I gave him a little baby spoon to use. I help him scoop the food up and he puts the spoon in his mouth! Its a little messy and lots of fun! I'm probably the only mom in the world who always forgets to put a bib on her child. I can feed myself.

This is so much fun! Hooray!

What the heck? Pancakes?

Discovering bananas.

Andrew loves using his walker to practice his walking skills.

Possibly the world's cutest and most clever baby.

2009-04-01T13:01:00.000-07:00

Hey, Mom! Andrew cruising around the coffee table.

Andrew's fascinated by bubbles.

Why can't I seem to catch these?
Andrew cleverly trying to put his sock back on.

Might as well take the other one off.

Happy Birthday Grandma!

2009-03-24T11:41:00.000-07:00

Andrew has been working on his walking skills and is gaining more confidence wobbling around. He loves playing with his blocks and all his different toys that light up and make noise. His new trick is to give me a kiss on the cheek when I say, "kiss". We went out to see Dave's family this past weekend to celebrate his mom's birthday.I love my Grandma!

What a good looking family! Andrew was a little shy around Uncle Ryan.

I always swore would never take a picture of my kids with food on their faces because I thought it was so gross, but somehow its really cute when it happens to Andrew!

Andrew can feed himself his bottle...another ten minutes of free time for mama!

Andrew loves playing the "drums" I create for him. Anyone wanna start a band?

Andrew talking to the kitty through the window.Andrew offering kitty a scrap of paper to play with.

10 Months old!

2009-03-17T18:23:00.000-07:00

Andrew loves playing on the porch in the fresh air.

Andrew cruising at the playground.

Eating Cheerios.

Yummy!

Andrew and Kitty

2009-03-13T17:40:00.000-07:00

Andrew loves the kitties and they tolerate him pretty well. Just wait until he starts walking, though! He gets so excited to see them and often lets out a yell of joy which kind of freaks the cats out. Today he watched Macy playing with toys in the basement and he thought it was so funny. His first word is "kitty" which you can hear him say in the video--it sounds like "kee". I'm working on getting him to say mama next.

2009-03-08T17:20:00.000-07:00

Andrew is crawling! He prefers to get around by walking holding onto mom or dad's hands since that's fastest but we are trying to encourage him to crawl his way over and we've been helping him to practice his walking skills as well. He does four or five wobbly steps between mom and dad and has done a few steps between pieces of furniture on his own.

Andrew loves studying the grass. What a cute little botanist.

Someone better catch me!

Peek a boo!

Andrew's First Steps!

2009-03-03T07:15:00.000-08:00

Andrew decided he wasn't satisfied with just scooting on his butt and recently has been taking a few steps on his own. Check him out as he takes a few of his first steps!

Andrew scooting

2009-03-01T17:45:00.000-08:00

Andrew is not really into crawling but has managed to develop a little scoot of his own with gentle coaxing from mom and dad. He doesn't scoot a lot in the video but you can see his method and he is now pretty good at getting around the kitchen this way. It is a little harder to do on the carpet but he can scoot a little there, too.

9 months old!

2009-02-20T11:43:00.000-08:00

Andrew has been growing and changing so much lately! He is really getting to be so big we can't believe it. He loves to walk around holding onto to mom or dad's hands and definitely has his own mind about what he wants to do when. His naps have finally started getting longer! Andrew has always loved our cats and now whenever he sees one he says, "kee!". We are pretty sure that this is a shortened version of kitty. He had his nine month checkup today and is very healthy. He is 19 1/2 pounds and 29 inches. Andrew has been showing more interest in solids and likes feeding himself little pieces of bread, cheese, fruits and veggies.

Andrew and Daddy playing together in the kitchen.Andrew loves opening and closing drawers and cupboards.Andrew loves looking at books. His favorite is F is for Farm. Sometimes when I am reading him another book he pushes it aside and reaches for F is for Farm. I guess there's just something about it!Some star puff action.

Andrew at the Park

2009-02-10T14:19:00.000-08:00

Andrew and I took advantage of the beautiful weather today to go to the park. Andrew had fun swinging for the first time! (sorry it's sideways).

Andrew was so interested in his shoes. He kept kicking them around on the ground.

Andrew loved swinging! He was smiling and laughing the whole time.

Andrew was so cute on his little riding toy.

Whee!

2009-02-02T10:58:00.000-08:00

Andrew has been changing and growing so much lately. He has been pulling himself up and cruising around and figuring out how to do a lot more with his toys. He loves to be on the go all the time (either cruising or walking holding on to mom or dad) and is no longer content to sit quietly playing with toys for long. He is not crawling yet and hates being on his tummy. Whenever he wants to tell us something he says, "Guh!". He's been getting up at night again for a bottle but his naps are starting to get longer. Andrew gives us lots of love and smiles!

Andrew loves his glitter ball.

Andrew can pull himself up!Half way there...

Yea! I did it!

Andrew looks so old in this picture!

Andrew loves his Crawl and Cruise Jungle. He's figured out how to play with the elephant and send balls down the ramp. He loves standing up and cruising around his little jungle.

Andrew reading a book with Daddy.

This page is so funny! Andrew loves lifting the flaps in his peek a boo book.

Sleeping through the night!!

2009-01-23T17:40:00.000-08:00

You heard it here first, Andrew is officially sleeping through the night! Hopefully I am not jinxing it by writing it here but the last few nights he has slept 11-11.5 hours with barely a peep! Dave must have laid down the law while I was gone. Being away for a few days helped me relinquish some control and realize that it is possible for someone other than myself to competently care for Andrew. And Dave got to have lots of Daddy time with Andrew. We were so fortunate to have Dave's mom stay with us for a few days so there was lots of Grandma time too! Andrew is growing by leaps and bounds and constantly amazes me with his new accomplishments and discoveries. Tubby time!

I know its embarassing but please, these bunz are so cute!

Getting so big!

2009-01-10T07:40:00.000-08:00

Andrew is getting so big, he knows how to read...

...and stand up...

...and crawl (almost)...

...and dance...

...and eat star puffs...

and sit in a high chair at a restaurant!

Merry Christmas!

2009-01-02T11:15:00.000-08:00

Andrew was very busy at Christmas time visiting all of the relatives. It was so much fun to celebrate his first Christmas! Andrew loves looking at all of the lights and ornaments on the Christmas tree. Opening presents at Grandma and Grandpa's house

Hanging out with Uncle Ryan

Playing with a new toy from Opa and Oma

Opening a drum set from mom and dad.

Pictures to show Andrew's prom date

2008-12-24T12:50:00.000-08:00

Buns!

Andrew's First Christmas

2008-12-16T13:08:00.000-08:00

Getting Ready for Christmas

2008-12-06T15:25:00.000-08:00

Look at Andrew sit up! He is getting so big and changing so much. God has blessed us with such a happy and healthy baby!

Here's Andrew playing with Georgia. He loves the cats but they do not love him back!

This is one of Andrew's favorite toys.
Daddy and Andrew relaxing together.

Oh, the wonder of Christmas!

Traverse City

2008-11-30T17:34:00.001-08:00

Beer's not for babies, Uncle Frank!

Andrew and his Aunt Kathy

Andrew went for his first swim in a pool! He wasn't too sure about it at first but I think he had fun once he got used to it

Here's Andrew in his bathing suit (a gift from Starr!)

Family Pictures

2008-11-19T16:55:00.000-08:00

Our friends Starr and John Morgan took some professional family pictures for us. We are so excited about how good they turned out!

Andrew in his Jumper!

2008-11-10T16:35:00.000-08:00

Video of Andrew on his jumper!!!

Andrew in his "favorite" bib

Halloween and Family Visit

2008-11-05T10:21:00.000-08:00

Andrew was a supercute bumblebee for Halloween!

Andrew recently went out to Grandma and Grandpa's house to celebrate Aunt Sue's birthday. Here are some pictures of him with Daddy's side of the family!

2008-10-28T11:24:00.000-07:00

Andrew in his Calvin College bib! Andrew usually chooses not to wear a bib at all. Here is a picture of him after a taste of peas. He was not sure about those peas.

Andrew is getting teeth! He's been a little extra fussy but not too bad but has really had a hard time sleeping (and he was not a good sleeper to begin with). I am now getting up with him several times a night and Dave gets up with him in the morning so I can catch up on some sleep.

Starr and John came over last week to take pictures of our family. We can't wait to see how they turned out!

We had the pleasure of having Gabby visit us one morning last week. It was really busy and really fun with two little ones to look after! Gabby thought maybe Andrew would like a sip of her milk.

5 months old!

2008-10-20T10:08:00.000-07:00

We are so happy to see how much Andrew has grown and changed in five months! God has blessed us so richly. Here are a couple of pictures of Andrew on our front porch--he loves to be outside! The next picture is Andrew discovering his toes and the last picture is Andrew hanging out with the guys (and Gabby).

Washington DC

2008-10-13T15:58:00.001-07:00

Andrew recently had a big trip to Washington DC to meet Uncle Chris and Aunt Allyson! He was so excited to visit his first art gallery, go on his first airplane ride, metro ride and to spend time with Opa and

Oma. There's also a couple of pictures mixed in here of Drew's first (successful) feeding. Also check out the Obama onesie I was tempted to buy.

My Little Man

2008-10-06T09:43:00.001-07:00

We have so much fun playing with Andrew! 1. Here he is doing tummy time with Daddy. 2. Look at those eyes! 3. We made our first attempt at solid foods this week with rice cereal. Drew did really well eating the cereal but towards the end got upset and was all done. I think I might have given him too much too fast! We are going to try again next week. 4. Andrew loves playing with his toes. He tries to get them in his mouth but can't make them reach. 5. Andrew loves to bundle up and go for walks!

Andrew's Favorite Activities

2008-09-26T12:30:00.000-07:00

Andrew is so clever and adorable! He is getting really good at manipulating objects with his hands and gets bigger and stronger every day. Picture #1. Andrew tried out his Johnny Jump Up for the first time recently. He seems to like bopping around in it but can't quite seem to get the hang of jumping. #2. Andrew usually sits in his Bumbo seat while we eat dinner so I got him a toy to keep him occupied. #3. Andrew practicing tummy time. He will only tolerate being on his tummy for a few minutes so we do a little bit of tummy time several times a day. #4&5. Andrew and Mommy like to play outside together every day.

Four months old!

2008-09-17T12:28:00.001-07:00

Its hard to believe Andrew is four months old already! He has changed so much and we love him more every day. I can't seem to figure out how to write captions under the photos without messing up the whole post so I'll just number them so you can know what each photo is about.
1. Andrew loves looking at himself in the mirror! He was on his activity mat by himself one day and when I walked in the room he had rolled over on his side and was staring intently at the mirror. Sometimes we'll stand in front of the mirror in the bathroom and Andrew will smile and talk to his reflection.
2. Andrew has been trying out his exersaucer for a few minutes every day. He likes to reach out for the toys and has started to figure out how to manipulate them
3. Andrew loves being outside! In this picture he is squealing in delight.
4. Another picture of Andrew in his exersaucer.
5. A close up of those beautiful eyes! People always comment on how bright eyed he is. Andrew loves to look around at everything! Sometimes this keeps him from sleeping or nursing. I've asked Dave not to talk to me when I'm nursing because it makes Andrew pop his little head up to look for Daddy. I think he would rather play with Daddy than eat! He is turning into a little Daddy's boy with lots of smiles and squealing when Dave gets home from work.

Happy Camper

2008-09-08T12:20:00.000-07:00

Andrew has been giving us no end of joy with all his smiles, laughing and talking. He is getting to be an easy going baby and has even agreed to take a nap in his swing. Here he is reading a book, hanging out with Daddy, on a cook out with friends and relaxing on the porch (where he loves to watch the ceiling fan). Our get togethers with friends have changed significantly in the past few years since there are now 5 kids ages 2 and under in our group.

Summertime

2008-08-25T12:40:00.000-07:00

We've been taking Drew to lots of cottages lately and he's enjoyed getting to know many of his relatives. Here he is with Grandma, playing with Daddy, talking to Uncle Ryan and reading a book with Opa.

3 months old

2008-08-19T12:30:00.000-07:00

Andrew is three months old already! He's been vocalizing a lot more lately and has even startled himself with some loud squeals. He is starting to fall into a predictable pattern and we've been working on taking naps in his swing instead of being held all the time. I've included a picture of Andrew's first boat ride on cousin Sandy's boat. Andrew loves being outside, just like Daddy!

New Andrew Pix!

2008-08-05T17:00:00.000-07:00

Its been awhile since I posted but we've been busy moving into our new home! Andrew gets bigger every day and probably weighs about 13 pounds. Unfortunately he is no longer sleeping through the night and is back to getting up every 2-3 hours! We're hoping its just a phase.

World's Cutest Baby Ever

2008-07-16T09:05:00.000-07:00

Andrew is two months old and we are excited to see how much he will weigh at his Well Child Check tomorrow. We've started reading books with him every night and he loves to look at the pictures.

Playing with Dad (and Oma)

2008-07-11T18:35:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of Drew smiling at Daddy as he makes faces and having tummy time with Oma. Drew is eight weeks old! He weighs over twelve pounds already.

7 weeks old

2008-07-05T18:39:00.001-07:00

We can't believe Andrew is 7 weeks old already! He is up to twelve pounds now. Here he is with his new friend Faith. Check out the picture of him holding his head up. He loves going for walks in his baby carrier--it always makes him fall asleep.

Andrew's Baptism

2008-06-29T12:53:00.000-07:00

We were so happy to have Andrew baptized today surrounded by friends and family! It means so much to us to acknowledge that he is a part of God's family.

Lots of smiles!

2008-06-25T06:25:00.000-07:00

Andrew has been giving us lots of smiles lately! (in between crying spells). He has been sleeping longer at night and even did a 7 hour stretch a few nights ago.

One Month Old

2008-06-16T13:32:00.001-07:00

Andrew is so handsome! We celebrated Dave's first Father's Day yesterday. He is such a wonderful Dad! Andrew has been crying less the last couple of days but not sleeping very long at night. Soon we'll have some extra help since we are moving in with my parents next week. We've sold our house but we won't have possession of our new house until mid-July.

Test Results

2008-06-13T15:12:00.000-07:00

Drew's doctor called yesterday to let us know that the results of his VCUG were in. The VCUG is basically a picture of his renal system to see if there are any abnormalities. The test showed that a small amount of urine is refluxing back into the ureter close to where it meets the bladder. The doctor is referring him to a pediatric urologist but basically it is something that most kids outgrow by the time they are school age. Probably he will have to be on antibiotics to prevent a future urinary tract infection and then be tested yearly to see if the problem has resolved itself.

His colic seems to be getting a little worse but we are holding out hope that it will start getting better after six weeks which is what my baby books claim. He is starting to seem more interested in the world around him and loves looking at black and white pictures.

New Pictures

2008-06-09T10:07:00.001-07:00

Drew is getting so big already! Check out these super cute pictures. In the one where he is sitting in Dave's glove his shirt says, "I play sports with Daddy".

Well Child Check

2008-06-06T18:07:00.000-07:00

Andrew had a three week Well Child Check yesterday! He is looking healthy and is up to 9 lbs and 7 oz. All that feeding is paying off! He's been having some more awake time during the day and will lay on his back and just take in the world around him. Other than that he's feeding all the time and getting a little better at sleeping at night.

Opa and Oma visit

2008-06-01T14:24:00.000-07:00

Andrew met his Opa for the first time today!

Hospital Visit

2008-05-30T18:04:00.000-07:00

We had some bad news this week as Andrew had to be admitted to the hospital for a urinary tract infection that needed to be treated with IV antibiotics. We checked into the hospital Wednesday night and were able to come home today (Friday). We had a little adventure there as I'm sure many of you saw on the news that a helicopter crashed on the roof. We had to be evacuated from our room but were relocated after a few hours.

Since a urinary tract infection is unusual in a baby boy we have to have some follow up tests on his kidneys to make sure there are no abnormalities. So please say an extra prayer for our little peanut and we'll be sure to post any updates on the blog.

Below is a picture of the helicopter crash at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital, where Andrew was staying just 3 floors below the crash site.

10 days old

2008-05-26T16:45:00.000-07:00

Here's some more pictures of our favorite little guy. He's sleeping a little better at night and keeps us very busy during the day. He is a big eater!

Day 6

2008-05-21T08:15:00.001-07:00

Here are some updated pictures of Drew! Things are going well, we're even starting to figure out the difference between day and night. And yesterday, Drew had his first bath.

He finally arrived! Andrew Leonard Woody, born May 15th, 2008

2008-05-18T12:27:00.000-07:00

It is with great joy we announce the birth of our son, Andrew Leonard Woody. It was an awe-inspiring experience to witness the birth of our first child. Both Julie and Andew are home from the hospital now and are doing well. For the record, his official stats were as follows: born 5-15-08 at 8:04 pm, weight: 8 lbs 13 oz, length: 20 1/4 inches.

More Pictures of Andrew

2008-05-18T12:01:00.000-07:00

Our First Family Picture!

Video camera

2008-05-09T09:01:00.000-07:00

A new video camera! Ready to record all those soon to be precious moments.

The waiting game

2008-05-08T12:00:00.000-07:00

We're waiting patiently for Andrew to make his arrival. I am one day overdue but it feels like I've been ready forever! I just can't wait to meet him.