One whole week!

I can't believe it's already been a week. My beautiful boy has been such a blessing in our lives already that I can't even put into words. I still stare at him sometimes and think "Wow, I really get to keep him?" I was telling someone the other day I keep waiting for someone to walk in my door and say, "I'm here to pick up my son. Thanks for watching him." But no one has come yet, he's still here. And he's all mine!! (I know I'm weird.)

We had our first doctor appointment today. Although he lost quite a bit of weight by the time we left the hospital we may have cracked the code on nursing because he's gaining it back! He weighed in at 7 lbs. 9 oz. He also seems to be getting longer by the minute. Although I'm not real confident in the accuracy because he was so squirmy, he is now at 21.5" long. And to top it all off, literally, his pumpkin head measured in at 14.5". (Obviously taking after his father!) The doctor didn't give me the percentages that most people quote and I didn't think to ask. So maybe next time. He did so good today. He barely fussed at all while being tossed around by the doctor. He even did really good when getting his second PKU. I also wanted the doctor's opinion in regards to the heart murmur. She checked and double checked and said that she doesn't hear anything remotely related to a murmur. PRAISE GOD! I'm glad I went with my instinct and didn't let the hospital pedi scare me. (Never be afraid to ask for a second opinion!) I was very impressed with my little man! Of course it doesn't take much these days. If he burps for me after a feeding I'm happy.

We've had so many visitors in the past week I've almost lost count. It's amazing how loved my little man is. My mother has been a tremendous help. She's been coming by everyday to do something as simple as laundry or fixing me breakfast or lunch. She of course takes advantage of the opportunity to spend time with Daniel. Who can blame her?! Besides, if I can get a few more hours of sleep while she loves on the baby I won't turn her away. Our Sunday school class and "Small Group" at church have also been generous enough to bring us dinner each day. That alone has also been a great help. Another wonderful surprise is that my parents have "surprised" us with the travel system that Michael and I registered for. It's the car seat/stroller combo. We couldn't be more excited. My mother and I are going to pick it up tomorrow morning. (Please don't think we've been traveling without one. I was able to get one from a friend until we could get the one we wanted.) We just can't believe the generosity of everyone. It really means the world to us.

Continue keeping us in your prayers! Michael started back to work on Tuesday and I'm trying hard to make sure at least one of us gets some sleep right now. Also pray for my continuing recovery. Although I do have to say I've been feeling pretty good. As for Daniel, pray that we get this nursing thing figured out. Some days are better than others. As I'm sure some of you moms know.

I will post pictures soon. I have tons to show.