We love you very much!Love,
Samuel and Joseph
Thursday, March 27, 2008
The Best of All
Some have bonds and some have gold
But you have a child in your arms to hold
Some have power and some have land
But you have the touch of a little hand.
Some have riches and some have pride
But you have a kiss at eventide.
Some have fame but you have more..
The patter of feet on the bedroom floor;
A dear good-night in the darkness there
And the tender words of a little prayer;
A tousled head on the bed to lay
At the ragged end of a happy day;
And the light of the stars on a little face
And a darling smile that the moonbeams trace.
What matter then if wealth we miss,
For what is gold compared to this?
-Brodie Payne
But you have a child in your arms to hold
Some have power and some have land
But you have the touch of a little hand.
Some have riches and some have pride
But you have a kiss at eventide.
Some have fame but you have more..
The patter of feet on the bedroom floor;
A dear good-night in the darkness there
And the tender words of a little prayer;
A tousled head on the bed to lay
At the ragged end of a happy day;
And the light of the stars on a little face
And a darling smile that the moonbeams trace.
What matter then if wealth we miss,
For what is gold compared to this?
-Brodie Payne
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Making 'Good' Memories
Here we sit. He's bundled up so tightly against me in his wrap I can feel his heartbeat. I feel like a mommy kangaroo. He's most often found on my front in his pouch. I have had a great amount of energy today. So, in a last ditch effort, after Andy went to bed early, to prepare for a busy day tomorrow, I tried to put Joseph in his swing to finish a few more things not conducive to wearing your baby, but he wasn't having it.
My immediate reaction was to sigh and wish he would just let me be for a few minutes. But then I was reminded today when I was looking through pictures of Samuel at 4 weeks old comparing our two babies, I felt like I couldn't remember hardly a thing about when Samuel was 4 weeks old. If there were no pictures to jog my memory, I promise, I would be lost. Fortunately, now I don't have to remember it all, we've got the blog!
I love taking pictures, but it's also another way of helping me not feel like such a bad mom for feeling completely clueless down the road when someone asks me when my kids started this that and the other. I don't remember that stuff!!! I wish I did. But, lets be honest, I can't even remember the 5 items that I need to get at the store . Yes, kids memories are more important than that, and should be easier to remember, but memories fade. And most of the time for me, the good ones fade quicker, not sure why.
I'm saying all of this because, there are still numerous things on my 'list 'o things' to do this week and they aren't getting done at the rate that I had wanted them to get done. And ya know what. I just don't care! I learned my lesson with Samuel the hard way. My house looked great, I was always showered, dressed and dinner was planned out more than a day ahead of time, but I feel like those were too much of a priority. I felt guilty for just sitting on the couch with him and staring at him for hours. I felt like I was wasting the day away.
I now realize, what in the world could be more important than holding and spending time with my child? I can't think of a single thing right now! Yes, I love sleep. I would love to be bundled up with Joe and Andy in bed by 10 pm, but most nights, Joseph is not interested in sleep quite that early. I have learned to cherish these times with him. It's our time, just us. I don't want to look back on this time and think "I can't remember a thing," or only be able to remember hemming and hawing because I just wanted him to fall asleep so I could follow suit.
If there is anything I remember, I want it to be good. That means I've got to be making good decisions about my priorities and my attitude now so I have no regrets when I look back over the years and wonder where the years went and ask, "how are our children already having children?" Before I know it, it will by my grandson or daughter I'm holding in my arms and I'll be passing on these experiences to our sons. Hopefully, I'll be able to tell them lots of stories about when they were little...if I can remember any.
Joseph @ 4 weeks old:
Samuel @ 4 weeks old:
*In an effort to protect the future self esteem of Joseph, I must note that he has just as good head control and neck muscles as Samuel did at this point in their lives. But, I just couldn't get a good picture of Joseph before big brother started climbing all over him. This one was the best we could do. I've got another chance tomorrow when he turns the big 1 month to show what a strong boy he truly is. Don't worry buddy, mommy's got you covered.
My immediate reaction was to sigh and wish he would just let me be for a few minutes. But then I was reminded today when I was looking through pictures of Samuel at 4 weeks old comparing our two babies, I felt like I couldn't remember hardly a thing about when Samuel was 4 weeks old. If there were no pictures to jog my memory, I promise, I would be lost. Fortunately, now I don't have to remember it all, we've got the blog!
I love taking pictures, but it's also another way of helping me not feel like such a bad mom for feeling completely clueless down the road when someone asks me when my kids started this that and the other. I don't remember that stuff!!! I wish I did. But, lets be honest, I can't even remember the 5 items that I need to get at the store . Yes, kids memories are more important than that, and should be easier to remember, but memories fade. And most of the time for me, the good ones fade quicker, not sure why.
I'm saying all of this because, there are still numerous things on my 'list 'o things' to do this week and they aren't getting done at the rate that I had wanted them to get done. And ya know what. I just don't care! I learned my lesson with Samuel the hard way. My house looked great, I was always showered, dressed and dinner was planned out more than a day ahead of time, but I feel like those were too much of a priority. I felt guilty for just sitting on the couch with him and staring at him for hours. I felt like I was wasting the day away.
I now realize, what in the world could be more important than holding and spending time with my child? I can't think of a single thing right now! Yes, I love sleep. I would love to be bundled up with Joe and Andy in bed by 10 pm, but most nights, Joseph is not interested in sleep quite that early. I have learned to cherish these times with him. It's our time, just us. I don't want to look back on this time and think "I can't remember a thing," or only be able to remember hemming and hawing because I just wanted him to fall asleep so I could follow suit.
If there is anything I remember, I want it to be good. That means I've got to be making good decisions about my priorities and my attitude now so I have no regrets when I look back over the years and wonder where the years went and ask, "how are our children already having children?" Before I know it, it will by my grandson or daughter I'm holding in my arms and I'll be passing on these experiences to our sons. Hopefully, I'll be able to tell them lots of stories about when they were little...if I can remember any.
Joseph @ 4 weeks old:
Samuel @ 4 weeks old:
*In an effort to protect the future self esteem of Joseph, I must note that he has just as good head control and neck muscles as Samuel did at this point in their lives. But, I just couldn't get a good picture of Joseph before big brother started climbing all over him. This one was the best we could do. I've got another chance tomorrow when he turns the big 1 month to show what a strong boy he truly is. Don't worry buddy, mommy's got you covered.
Monday, March 24, 2008
I Know You've Been Anxious
Not too fond of bathtime.
3 Weeks old
More mealtime memories. Asking for more. How could I resist?!
Brotherly Love
First smile caught on camera. (He looks like he weighs a lot more than he does. Don't be deceived).
Tummy Time
Sam and Joe's first card!
Andy thinks it's hilarious to let Joseph root on his nose. He's cruel! Poor Joe.
Andy once again thinks it's funny to stick them in the high chair together. They don't look as amused!
Even though his face is a mess, he still steals my heart!
3 Weeks old
More mealtime memories. Asking for more. How could I resist?!
Brotherly Love
First smile caught on camera. (He looks like he weighs a lot more than he does. Don't be deceived).
Tummy Time
Sam and Joe's first card!
Andy thinks it's hilarious to let Joseph root on his nose. He's cruel! Poor Joe.
Andy once again thinks it's funny to stick them in the high chair together. They don't look as amused!
Even though his face is a mess, he still steals my heart!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
February Pictures
Our family February pictures are now up at http://theeckerts.shutterfly.com
Sorry for the delay. We've been kinda busy!
Sorry for the delay. We've been kinda busy!
Joseph's First Outing
Sunday we all went to church. It was Joseph's first car ride. He loved it. Samuel enjoyed having some company in the back seat for a change. On the way home they both fell asleep. Two sleeping babies, it couldn't get more adorable!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Monday, March 10, 2008
One Week Old
Each week of Samuel's first year I took a picture of him on his week birthday. I put them all in an album and have some milestones or activities accomplished with each week. I did it mostly so Andy could see the first 19 weeks of his life progress and to feel like he was there. Even though Andy's here, I've decided to do it as well with Joseph.
They say you get more lax with each kid and I believe it. But, this is one of those things I would love to keep as a tradition for each child. I didn't mean for these to be the 'week pictures.' But, when I realized I hadn't gotten any good shots that day, he was already asleep for the night.
You can see I'm already off to a great start!
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Mommy Wins
Joseph and I have been battling getting a good picture of him and I won! Actually Daddy won. He got some of the most beautiful pictures of Joseph last night. I was on the phone with our midwife outside and I come in to see Joseph bright eyed playing with Daddy. I had this kid all day, and I could hardly get a sliver of blue! But, of course, Daddy comes home and he comes alive!
So without further ado, here are the pictures:
And then here are some I took...
So without further ado, here are the pictures:
And then here are some I took...
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Happy Birthday Nana
Dear Nana,
I think it's neat that our birthdays are so close together. Mommy said though that you weren't born today, but you were born on this same day a lot and a lot of years ago. So our birthdays aren't really close together, but the days that we celebrate them are. It kind of makes sense, I guess. But, since I'm only 4 days old, I don't understand much. All I basically care about is food, sleep and making sure Samuel doesn't hit my head with hard things. Here are some pictures of what we've been doing the past few days.
Samuel held me. He did a great job. He didn't hit me or drop me. I think he's going to be a nice brother.
I went outside for the first time today too. It was 70 degrees. I tried to crawl right out of mommy's arms and go play, but she wouldn't let me. I'm gonna have to start putting my foot down around here. No one listens to me!
I like my life a lot so far. Except for two things: that mommy takes pictures of me. I never cooperate, so hopefully she'll get the hint sometime soon and stops. And then the other is that Samuel is always playing with my things. He's got a million things that I can't play with yet, but yet he still chooses to play with my things. All I want to do is go to sleep and look! I can't even take a nap when I want. This must change!
I'm excited to meet you!
Love,
Joseph
I think it's neat that our birthdays are so close together. Mommy said though that you weren't born today, but you were born on this same day a lot and a lot of years ago. So our birthdays aren't really close together, but the days that we celebrate them are. It kind of makes sense, I guess. But, since I'm only 4 days old, I don't understand much. All I basically care about is food, sleep and making sure Samuel doesn't hit my head with hard things. Here are some pictures of what we've been doing the past few days.
Samuel held me. He did a great job. He didn't hit me or drop me. I think he's going to be a nice brother.
I went outside for the first time today too. It was 70 degrees. I tried to crawl right out of mommy's arms and go play, but she wouldn't let me. I'm gonna have to start putting my foot down around here. No one listens to me!
I like my life a lot so far. Except for two things: that mommy takes pictures of me. I never cooperate, so hopefully she'll get the hint sometime soon and stops. And then the other is that Samuel is always playing with my things. He's got a million things that I can't play with yet, but yet he still chooses to play with my things. All I want to do is go to sleep and look! I can't even take a nap when I want. This must change!
I'm excited to meet you!
Love,
Joseph
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Brothers
Samuel got to see Joseph being born at 7:38pm, but he was in bed by 8pm, so he didn't get to see very much of him. Joseph was still in the pool with me being monitored when Samuel went to bed, so them really meeting was delayed until the next morning. Here are some pictures. Samuel was so excited that Joseph was now out of my belly and able to 'play.'
Samuel is doing an excellent job so far being a big brother. He wants to play with Joseph and isn't quite sure why he doesn't want to play too, but he's taking it all in stride. It will be no time when they'll be heading outside to play together. But for now, my babies are still babies, and I'm loving every second of it.
Samuel wanted to lay down right next to Joseph.
He gave him lots of kisses!
You can see how excited Joseph was about meeting his big brother!
Samuel is doing an excellent job so far being a big brother. He wants to play with Joseph and isn't quite sure why he doesn't want to play too, but he's taking it all in stride. It will be no time when they'll be heading outside to play together. But for now, my babies are still babies, and I'm loving every second of it.
Samuel wanted to lay down right next to Joseph.
He gave him lots of kisses!You can see how excited Joseph was about meeting his big brother!
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