Monday, December 31, 2007
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Matthew and Mommy Interact
30 December 2007 - Now THIS is entertainment.
There is just something about a mother & child 'bonding' moment.
There is just something about a mother & child 'bonding' moment.
ACTION!
30 December 2007 - Watching the changes in Matthew over the last two weeks I hate to miss the next two but hopefully the parents will take the time to capture a few minutes like this one.
MATTHEW AND MOMMY SHARE SOME TIME TOGETHER
MATTHEW AND MOMMY SHARE SOME TIME TOGETHER
Mother and Baby doing fine
30 December 2007 - One of the wonderful things about being a grandparent is watching your kids BE the parent you tried to prepare them to be (but always felt you were a little short of accomplishing). Alright, I had nothing to do with Lori's preparation but she is still my kid now and I still enjoy watching her be such a great mom to Matthew. As Becky and I have observed Dave and Lori with our treasure we could not hope for him to be in better hands - they are wonderful with him and we can leave (boo-hoo) knowing he will always receive the love and care we want for him
Lori and Matthew showing off their communication skills with each other.
Although it is now easy for us all to get to smile big these days, as soon as he sees the camera he becomes very serious so I had to resort to these shots 'from the sidelines'.
You have to watch the following movie to hear the sound effects, but take my word for it, Matthew is definitely into 'verbal' communication now.
Just one more shot of Mother and Child - well for this session anyway.
Lori and Matthew showing off their communication skills with each other.
Although it is now easy for us all to get to smile big these days, as soon as he sees the camera he becomes very serious so I had to resort to these shots 'from the sidelines'.
You have to watch the following movie to hear the sound effects, but take my word for it, Matthew is definitely into 'verbal' communication now.
Just one more shot of Mother and Child - well for this session anyway.
Uncle James & Aunt Cheryl come to visit
30 December 2007 - As the year comes to an end, James and Cheryl prepare to head back to the cold lands of Missouri and the family gathers to enjoy Matthew and each other for the last time for this get-together. A competitive game of Sequence was used to occupy those not entertaining Matthew and a few photo ops were in order.
Dave, James and dad took on a few more house projects to help the new parents. Here James and Dave wrap up the last item (shelving in the garage) before having our farewell dinner.
Matthew takes a trial journey with grandpa to see what the future will bring.
Uncle James demonstrates his entertainment skills - Matthew will definitely have a 'change of pace' with this Uncle!!
Yes, Uncle James CAN sit quietly with his nephew - it's just that neither of them really like it!
Dave, James and dad took on a few more house projects to help the new parents. Here James and Dave wrap up the last item (shelving in the garage) before having our farewell dinner.
Matthew takes a trial journey with grandpa to see what the future will bring.
Uncle James demonstrates his entertainment skills - Matthew will definitely have a 'change of pace' with this Uncle!!
Yes, Uncle James CAN sit quietly with his nephew - it's just that neither of them really like it!
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Matthew's Baptism
25 December 2007 - Merry Christmas to all of you!! We hope and trust you are having a good day and taking time to celebrate the birth of our Lord in addition to enjoying your family and other gifts. We are experiencing a very different Christmas for us in that the temperature is around 80 degrees!! Last year in the California desert we were in the 40's with no humidity and here we wake up to 70's with 95 percent humidity!! Oh well, as they say - 'It's all good!'
Matthew's baptism went off without a hitch and he was, as usual, the center of attention. All his grandparents, great grantparent, uncles and aunts (save one - we missed you Amy) were on hand to share in his day and compete with his parents for 'holding rights'. Carrie was much to polite and suffered accordingly in the competition. You must learn to be more agressive, Carrie!!!
Godparents and parents receive their charge from Father Joe.
The baptism is complete and Matthew notes he does not like the water very much.
The newly baptised baby is presented to the congregation.
Father Joe speaking to the parents.
The happy parents with Matthew
More Dave and Lori with our Matthew
Father Joe joins Lori and Dave standing with Matthew.
James and Carrie - Godparents - join Dave and Lori with Matthew.
Matthew in his baptism 'dress' which his mom wore at her baptism.
Matthew really did not want to 'look at the birdy'.
As you can see, Matthew was not impressed with all the fuss and attention he received.
All the family went out for a meal afterward (Matt is an honorary part of the family) and celebrated our Matty's baptism.
The Culver girls always make such a good photo who can pass up an opportunity to include one! Dad Glenn looks on.
Great-grandmother takes over the 'duty' from Uncle Tommy as dad looks on.
Matthew's baptism went off without a hitch and he was, as usual, the center of attention. All his grandparents, great grantparent, uncles and aunts (save one - we missed you Amy) were on hand to share in his day and compete with his parents for 'holding rights'. Carrie was much to polite and suffered accordingly in the competition. You must learn to be more agressive, Carrie!!!
Godparents and parents receive their charge from Father Joe.
The baptism is complete and Matthew notes he does not like the water very much.
The newly baptised baby is presented to the congregation.
Father Joe speaking to the parents.
The happy parents with Matthew
More Dave and Lori with our Matthew
Father Joe joins Lori and Dave standing with Matthew.
James and Carrie - Godparents - join Dave and Lori with Matthew.
Matthew in his baptism 'dress' which his mom wore at her baptism.
Matthew really did not want to 'look at the birdy'.
As you can see, Matthew was not impressed with all the fuss and attention he received.
All the family went out for a meal afterward (Matt is an honorary part of the family) and celebrated our Matty's baptism.
The Culver girls always make such a good photo who can pass up an opportunity to include one! Dad Glenn looks on.
Great-grandmother takes over the 'duty' from Uncle Tommy as dad looks on.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Matty Swings!
I have decided to try putting video on the Blog as it is much easier to capture Matty's facial expression with video than 'stills'. Just push Play to see him go into motion.!!!!
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Matthew in December
4 December 2007 - Matthew continues to grow and do more 'baby things' for us. Thought I better keep all of you updated on what we are doing these days with our little pride and joy.
Becky shows the proper technique for holding him
Closeup of Matthew in his swing.
Matthew's favorite person in the whole world (Daddy is second but only because Mommy has the magic of feeding him!)
Becky demonstrates her magic touch of putting him to sleep when no one else seems able to. She won't give me the secret - says she wants some magic all her on!!!
Becky shows the proper technique for holding him
Closeup of Matthew in his swing.
Matthew's favorite person in the whole world (Daddy is second but only because Mommy has the magic of feeding him!)
Becky demonstrates her magic touch of putting him to sleep when no one else seems able to. She won't give me the secret - says she wants some magic all her on!!!
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