Sad Day for Red Sox Nation

When Kim and I found out we were pregnant one of the first things my Dad said was that he was going to buy our new baby a Yankees outfit. I told him that he could buy our baby anything he wanted, however I would not have our baby be caught dead in any stinking Yankees gear. That was the wrong thing to say because he took it as a challenge. Well, Grampy Quint 1 - Dad 0.

Not only did Thea wear a Yankee's outfit, my Dad went one step further and brought down his Yankee's jersey and hat. The one solice I took from this was that Thea, although she didn't overtly show it, deep down didn't like it. :) We all know where Thea's heart is, with Red Sox Nation baby! (Notice that Thea is smiling in her Red Sox outfit below and not so much in the Yankee's outfit ;) We love you Grampy!

Date night!

Chris and I went on our first date since having Thea! We left her in good hands with Chris's folks who came down for the weekend. I only cried, oh, three seperate times (after the photo was taken, of course), once saying goodbye and the other two times over dinner and waiting for the show to start. We saw "Talladega Nights" which we knew would be cheesy but we wanted something light and brainless. I told Chris that the movie wasn't worth being away from Thea that long but still nice to get out. Sure, we've gone out to dinner as a family or even to breakfast but it was nice to have Chris all to myself--even if it was just for a couple of hours (3 hours and 19 minutes but whose counting).

We owe Jill and Galen a BIG THANK YOU for all their help this weekend. Bringing down the rocks to complete our landscaping on the front of the house not only saved us $$, but has made the house look so much nicer. The kitchen is looking great so thanks for helping us paint it and thanks for the $ for the new backsplash! Thea wants to say thanks too for holding her, changing her and for her new outfits!

Once upon a time.....

Thea went to story time yesterday. Actually, we attempted to go on Saturday but Thea slept the whole time. Saturday’s session ended up being just us and we had a nice one on one session with the Biddeford Librarian at McAurther Library who gave us great information. And wouldn't you know it--this librarian had family and was fimilar with Chris's hometown of Hodgdon. I'm telling you, he knows everyone because he is a "County Boy" (meaning he is from the largest county in the state). Back to my story though. We learned how to incorporate hand gestures with songs to stimulate Thea's thinking. I'm a hands on learner myself so seeing her do it was very helpful.

Thea and I went on Tuesday and there were 15 other parents and several had a couple kids so it was very fun and busy. The group is for 0-24 months and is mostly finger play with hand gestures with songs and books. Thea stayed awake the whole time and was busy watching people and responding to a few things.

I think it was a very busy morning for her though because that night (last night) she slept from 10 pm until 6:00!!! Add it up people....that's 8 hours! We couldn't believe it either and I don't think it will happen today (she's been sleeping a lot today) but at least we know she does have it in her!

I should have taken a photo of Chris and I and what we look like this morning after 8 hours of sleep.

Batter up

Although Thea isn't ready to watch a game and root on her favorite team, she can certainly dress the part of being a Red Sox fan! And just look at the way she looks up to her daddy!

Chris is excited and has already begun to teach her all he knows about the game (he gave up on teaching me). It's never too early for her to learn new things.

Lucky for Thea, she actually has a few Red Sox outfits (one daddy bought her when he found out we were expecting). She also has several bibs too but we try to not let her spit up on those (it might be bad luck or something).

So as you can see, she is all dressed and ready for the day when she can stay awake for a full inning. I'm thinking her favorite player is David Ortiz. He is nicknamed "The Big Papi" which is similar to Thea making "The Big Poopie" in her diapers. Ok--so maybe that's a stretch.

A new record

The quickest turn around time for Thea to get another bath has just been broken. It is now just 5 minutes from one bath to the next. Yep--all thanks to a diaper blow out. Luckily she has been enjoying bath time so it wasn't an issue and I've gotten better with changings and bathing so cutting her onesie off wasn't necessary this time (for those who don't know the story--ask me some time).

I guess we could say she also holds the record for quickest outfit change too. I was bummed because I really liked the onesie she was wearing too.

Sorry no pictures for this one. You'll just have to use your imagination.

Dog Days of Summer

While I toil away the summer's nice weather in my stuffy office with the "Umm, recirculated air" (think Homer for the reference to this one), Sadie gets to lounge around in her new favorite spot, the papasan chair on the porch. From this vantage point she gets a nice breeze along with making sure the passer-by's meet with her approval. Can you say spoiled dog!

What are Kim and Thea doing to beat the heat? They are lounging outside on Aunt Jennie's blanket that she made for Thea. Isn't this the best picture ever. The reports back to the mothership say that Baby Thea enjoys the new sounds, smells and sights of the great outdoors that is our front yard.

Where is the picture of your fearless blogger? None to post. I am working hard to make sure that the likes of Chandler Woodcock, anti-everything Republican candidate for Governor of Maine, does not get elected this fall. Why you ask? Because of the two women in the picture above. Their future's depend on it. If you are interested in learning more about what I am doing this election cycle go to the PPNNE Action Fund's home page and read away.

Shots, Shots and more shots

Little Thea had a series of shots today. Four total but still needs one more.

It's quite the process with two nurses giving her one shot each in both legs and then doing it over again. Thea was fine before the shots, cried when she got them and was picked up and cuddled by Chris after they were over. I fed her right afterwards too which kept her happy. So she did great! And Chris was supportive to as usual. He actually was supportive enough to both Thea and me.

How was I during all this? I could learn something from Thea, that's for sure. I was at home before the shots looking up on-line the best way to support her during these shots. And I was crying during this, I was crying before the nurses came into the room, I was crying when she got them and cried hours afterward too just thinking about it. In my defense, I would like to add that I haven't had a nap in two days so after this posting I am going to sleep.

We have to do this at her 4 month visit and a 6 month visit. I hope it gets easier and I know I had shots when I was a baby and don't have any psycological issues about them so things are fine with her. Or maybe I do have issues with shots (I hated them as a kid) and that's what my problem is and I'm blaming lack of sleep?? Hmmmm, interesting isn't it???