Finally took a few pics

Hey,

Not much to update since I just did so yesterday, but today is the best day yet and I have even found some time to do a mini 'photo-shoot' with Chephren. He sure is happy today. We are well on our way to having a bit of a schedule going with him and he seems to be enjoying this. We are too as it makes our lives that much easier to plan for. Anyway, just wanted to post my favorite picture from the session - he will shoot me for this when he is older I am certain. But for now, I can post whatever pics I want, no matter how goofy he looks! Gotta love being a mom!

The first 2 weeks

WOW! I can't believe that 2 weeks has flown by already... what a blur of emotions. This has by far been one of the most challenging and yet rewarding times in my life. We have had difficulties surrounding feeding and sleeping, but both of these are finally starting to settle down. The feeding challenges were so significant that I have actually decided to formula feed, something that I never imagined doing in my wildest dreams. To be honest, it is a decision that I still don't feel 100% about, but Chephren seems to be thriving and it is hard to argue with such a content baby! One thing I have quickly learned about parenting is that I need to check all of my assumptions at the door, because you never know what life with a baby is going to throw at you! I just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who has shown us their love and support over the past two weeks (and actually the past 9 months)! We feel so blessed as a family and we can't tell you how overjoyed we feel to have such special people in our lives.

On to other news, Trent took a new job with a new company which is surprise, surprise, NOT located in Nisku! Turns out 'Nisku for life' was a big fat lie... and the small town of Nisku will be mourning its mayor.

He's finally HERE!

Baby Chephren Dax, born November 3, 2008. 8 lbs. 4 oz. by C-section.

We are home now and loving every minute of it, despite the sleep deprivation. Stay tuned and when I have some more 'mommy energy', I'll tell you all about it!