Today we said goodbye to a wonderful grandfather and great-grandfather. Grandpa, you will be missed beyond measure. I have been blessed to have you in my life for the last 29 years, and Cassian was blessed to meet you. We always wish for more time, but I can't wish for better memories or a more wonderful Grandfather. We love you with our whole hearts.
In honor good memories and smiles, I leave you with a video of a very giggly goober. I hope it puts a smile on your face as it did mine today.
4.28.2010
4.13.2010
Cheers to 29 years
I have officially entered the last year of my 20s and to be perfectly honest...I couldn't be happier :) I've got quite a long list of things to be thankful for: a beautiful baby boy, a wonderful soon-to-be husband, a job that I truly enjoy and see a future in, fantastically supportive family and friends, and LOADS of great plans for the future. What more could a girl possibly want?
But enough about me! I know what ya'll are here for...
Cameron and Cass bought me a faboulous new point-and-shoot camera for my birthday (the DSLR is a little clunky for everyday use). The best part? It's got VIDEO. Here's Cass and Cam chatting away:
When our good friends Steve and Monica had their first baby, they made a huge post listing all of adorable Addie's nicknames. And well...I'm stealing their idea :) Here are a few of his myriad nicknames:
Goober
Goo-bear
Cass McGass
Lil' Bear
Munchkin
Monkeydoodle
Face
Pukeface
Captain Mc Spits-a-Lot
Gooberdink
Goobs
Monkey
Howler Monkey
Jaberwocky
In other news, kiddo is getting quite good at holding his head up. He has an awesome duck blankie that Uncle Peter's sister gave to him.
A few more pictures of the kiddo in his "I'm-just-like-Dads" outfit:
But enough about me! I know what ya'll are here for...
Cameron and Cass bought me a faboulous new point-and-shoot camera for my birthday (the DSLR is a little clunky for everyday use). The best part? It's got VIDEO. Here's Cass and Cam chatting away:
When our good friends Steve and Monica had their first baby, they made a huge post listing all of adorable Addie's nicknames. And well...I'm stealing their idea :) Here are a few of his myriad nicknames:
Goober
Goo-bear
Cass McGass
Lil' Bear
Munchkin
Monkeydoodle
Face
Pukeface
Captain Mc Spits-a-Lot
Gooberdink
Goobs
Monkey
Howler Monkey
Jaberwocky
In other news, kiddo is getting quite good at holding his head up. He has an awesome duck blankie that Uncle Peter's sister gave to him.
A few more pictures of the kiddo in his "I'm-just-like-Dads" outfit:
2.17.2010
Smiles for miles
Cass is a smiling fool these days. He is positively delighted to be awake in the morning and rewards Mom and Dad with big, huge, wide-mouthed grins. I haven't been able to catch this on film yet because, quite frankly, I'm way too enamored with them to grab and camera and save the moment for posterity. But, here is a little half-smile I caught of him the other day:
Cass has recently discovered two activities that he just loves - his aquatic-themed activity mat (thank you Grandma and Grandpa Esposti!):
And sucking his fingers :)
"Look Ma, I found my hands!"
And just because I adore pics of Cass and his Daddy, here is one from last night...
Such a precious little man while he's sleeping :)
Cass has recently discovered two activities that he just loves - his aquatic-themed activity mat (thank you Grandma and Grandpa Esposti!):
And sucking his fingers :)
"Look Ma, I found my hands!"
And just because I adore pics of Cass and his Daddy, here is one from last night...
Such a precious little man while he's sleeping :)
2.05.2010
Jabberwocky!
Cass turns eight weeks old tomorrow and he is "talking" up a storm! This past week he's been chatting us up with lots and lots of "goos," "gaas," "oohs," and "aahs." We are just tickled by this :)
He's getting bigger and bigger and becoming more of a "real" baby every day. He recognizes Mommy and Daddy's voices and turns to us when we talk to him. His favorite things include bathtime, being naked/getting changed, listening to Dad play the guitar and sing to him and being read to (particularly Dr. Seuss's "Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You?").
The DC area has been smacked with tons of snowstorms this winter; as I type we are in the middle of a storm that is predicted to bring two feet to Arlington! And so I leave you with this photo that Cam took of our street...
He's getting bigger and bigger and becoming more of a "real" baby every day. He recognizes Mommy and Daddy's voices and turns to us when we talk to him. His favorite things include bathtime, being naked/getting changed, listening to Dad play the guitar and sing to him and being read to (particularly Dr. Seuss's "Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You?").
The DC area has been smacked with tons of snowstorms this winter; as I type we are in the middle of a storm that is predicted to bring two feet to Arlington! And so I leave you with this photo that Cam took of our street...
1.22.2010
One month old!
Cassian turned one month old this past Tuesday - can you believe it?!?
We are starting to get to know his moods and faces. We laugh hysterically at his "I'm hungry face", which consists of him opening his mouth in an "O" shape and frantically moving it from side to side. This is also called "rooting", and while we know it means he's about 3 seconds away from freaking out with hunger, it's also one of the cutest things we've ever seen.
This is his post-bath chill face.
Cass hated his first couple of baths, but he's getting used to them now and is mostly calm for bath time. About a week ago I gave Cass a bath solo for the first time and it was terrifying! But eventually we got the hang of it, and bath time has become my favorite ritual with our little one.
Cass has a bouncy chair that he just LOVES! (Thank you Uncle Pete and Aunt Linda!)
We have also recently discovered that he absolutely loves to listen to music. When he's being a fussy little man and all else fails, a little live music (courtesy of Dad and his acoustic guitar) is a sure fix. He was equally transfixed by Uncle Kyle and his guitar when he and Grandmom Esposti visited a couple of weeks ago. We definitely have a little music lover on our hands!
I leave you with pictures of little feet...
and furry ears :)
We are starting to get to know his moods and faces. We laugh hysterically at his "I'm hungry face", which consists of him opening his mouth in an "O" shape and frantically moving it from side to side. This is also called "rooting", and while we know it means he's about 3 seconds away from freaking out with hunger, it's also one of the cutest things we've ever seen.
This is his post-bath chill face.
Cass hated his first couple of baths, but he's getting used to them now and is mostly calm for bath time. About a week ago I gave Cass a bath solo for the first time and it was terrifying! But eventually we got the hang of it, and bath time has become my favorite ritual with our little one.
Cass has a bouncy chair that he just LOVES! (Thank you Uncle Pete and Aunt Linda!)
We have also recently discovered that he absolutely loves to listen to music. When he's being a fussy little man and all else fails, a little live music (courtesy of Dad and his acoustic guitar) is a sure fix. He was equally transfixed by Uncle Kyle and his guitar when he and Grandmom Esposti visited a couple of weeks ago. We definitely have a little music lover on our hands!
I leave you with pictures of little feet...
and furry ears :)
1.08.2010
The Announcement Post - finally :)
Yes, it took quite awhile to update the blog! But with Facebook, Cam's website and the iPhone, who needs the baby blog? LOL. So, the long-awaited announcement blog posting is here!
Our blizzard baby, Cassian Paul, was born on Saturday December 19th at 9:09 PM, weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. Cass was born during the worst blizzard to hit the DC area in over 25 years. We received 20 inches of snow, and our hospital staff were snowed in for three days! Way to make an entrance kiddo :)
We are so blessed to have a healthy, happy, beautiful new son. My Mom and Cameron's Mom were present for the labor (3 days!) and delivery of their grandson. I can't thank you both enough for your support and encouragement during labor. It was the most demanding thing I have ever done, and I couldn't have succeeded without you and Cameron by my side.
Everyone tells you that having a baby will change you in ways that you can't even imagine. At the time, even when pregnant, you listen and take note, but a small part of you also thinks..."that's the corniest thing I've ever heard". And yet...it's all true. The immediate surge of pure love you feel for your child; the moment you realize you'd do anything to protect him; the way you feel like a superhero because you're "Mom" or "Dad"; the increased intensity of every emotion in the human spectrum...all of these things happen, and we have been forever changed. We are so excited to share our lives with Cassian...2010 is going to be the best year yet!
With Mama, just a few minutes old.
Getting the Apgar Test
The morning after...snuggling in bed.
BIG yawn.
Our blizzard baby, Cassian Paul, was born on Saturday December 19th at 9:09 PM, weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. Cass was born during the worst blizzard to hit the DC area in over 25 years. We received 20 inches of snow, and our hospital staff were snowed in for three days! Way to make an entrance kiddo :)
We are so blessed to have a healthy, happy, beautiful new son. My Mom and Cameron's Mom were present for the labor (3 days!) and delivery of their grandson. I can't thank you both enough for your support and encouragement during labor. It was the most demanding thing I have ever done, and I couldn't have succeeded without you and Cameron by my side.
Everyone tells you that having a baby will change you in ways that you can't even imagine. At the time, even when pregnant, you listen and take note, but a small part of you also thinks..."that's the corniest thing I've ever heard". And yet...it's all true. The immediate surge of pure love you feel for your child; the moment you realize you'd do anything to protect him; the way you feel like a superhero because you're "Mom" or "Dad"; the increased intensity of every emotion in the human spectrum...all of these things happen, and we have been forever changed. We are so excited to share our lives with Cassian...2010 is going to be the best year yet!
With Mama, just a few minutes old.
Getting the Apgar Test
The morning after...snuggling in bed.
BIG yawn.
11.30.2009
Looooong time, not post
I will apologize in advance that there are no pictures today! I'll get some up sooner than later, promise, promise.
All is progressing well in baby world. I am now 36 weeks along and at last count measured over 48" around the belly. That's right my friends - I'm wider than a child is tall. We have been having periodic ultrasounds to monitor baby and as of two weeks ago he measured 5.5 pounds. My doctor has also proclaimed that I'm "all-baby, all-belly", so we're gearing up for a big boy! I will be full-term (37 weeks) next Sunday, and I can feeeeeeeeeel it. I'm now having regular braxton-hicks contractions, and so getting a bit of a preview of labor. Although, I'm not sure who's more terrified of labor, me or Cameron. He gets quite pale every time we bring it up :)
A few weeks ago we had a beautiful, fantastic baby shower with tons of loved ones in New Jersey. Baby Cass was inundated with toys, clothes, swaddlers, books, blankets and loads more goodies that we're sure to use to death upon his arrival. Cameron and I are so very, very lucky to be loved by so many wonderful people. We had a GREAT time and were thrilled to see everyone! Thank you all again for your love, support and generosity. We are truly blessed with the best friends and family the world could possibly bestow.
This week's projects include finalizing pre-admission for the hospital (Innova Fairfax, a GREAT facility!), installing the car seat and packing bags for the hospital. Cameron put together our beautiful crib a few weeks ago, while I stocked the nursery with receiving blankets galore and packed Cass's dresser with teeny, tiny outfits. Grandpa Esposti has purchased enough wipes to last through Armageddon, and word on the street has it that he is planning to buy Costco out of diapers as well. It seems as though we are armed and prepared for baby's arrival!
It's now just a matter of playing the waiting game. I'm seeing the doctor weekly now, and will try and chime in with an update later in the week as to what she thinks regarding timing. We're (not surprisingly) hoping he comes juuuust a little early. We can hardly believe that he's almost here...just a few more weeks and we shall graduate into the world of "parenthood"...and we can't hardly wait :)
All our love,
Dan and Cam
All is progressing well in baby world. I am now 36 weeks along and at last count measured over 48" around the belly. That's right my friends - I'm wider than a child is tall. We have been having periodic ultrasounds to monitor baby and as of two weeks ago he measured 5.5 pounds. My doctor has also proclaimed that I'm "all-baby, all-belly", so we're gearing up for a big boy! I will be full-term (37 weeks) next Sunday, and I can feeeeeeeeeel it. I'm now having regular braxton-hicks contractions, and so getting a bit of a preview of labor. Although, I'm not sure who's more terrified of labor, me or Cameron. He gets quite pale every time we bring it up :)
A few weeks ago we had a beautiful, fantastic baby shower with tons of loved ones in New Jersey. Baby Cass was inundated with toys, clothes, swaddlers, books, blankets and loads more goodies that we're sure to use to death upon his arrival. Cameron and I are so very, very lucky to be loved by so many wonderful people. We had a GREAT time and were thrilled to see everyone! Thank you all again for your love, support and generosity. We are truly blessed with the best friends and family the world could possibly bestow.
This week's projects include finalizing pre-admission for the hospital (Innova Fairfax, a GREAT facility!), installing the car seat and packing bags for the hospital. Cameron put together our beautiful crib a few weeks ago, while I stocked the nursery with receiving blankets galore and packed Cass's dresser with teeny, tiny outfits. Grandpa Esposti has purchased enough wipes to last through Armageddon, and word on the street has it that he is planning to buy Costco out of diapers as well. It seems as though we are armed and prepared for baby's arrival!
It's now just a matter of playing the waiting game. I'm seeing the doctor weekly now, and will try and chime in with an update later in the week as to what she thinks regarding timing. We're (not surprisingly) hoping he comes juuuust a little early. We can hardly believe that he's almost here...just a few more weeks and we shall graduate into the world of "parenthood"...and we can't hardly wait :)
All our love,
Dan and Cam
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