A Sweet, Sweet Smile
Saying "Wow!" in Unison
Mama told him to frown for the camera :)
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Baby Judah Pics, et al
I found a few minutes to get the recent photos off my camera, so here are a few of Judah as promised, as well as the "leviethan" (sic)...we realized that Levi and Ethan spelled together make "leviethan" (sea monsters in the book of Job). So we call them our little sea monsters, a name which they sometimes live up to!
Saying "Wow!" in Unison
Saying "Wow!" in Unison
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
A Few More Quick Photos
Blogging with Judah in my arms and Levi emptying the bookshelf is proving to be a bit difficult! Here are a few more photos before signing off! I'll have to post more Judah photos once I find time to download the recent ones from the camera...coming soon.
Ethan and Levi (Ethan's developed that "camera smile" that so many kids have!)
Making Cookies with Aunt Linda (the flour on the M&M tasted a bit odd!)
Peek-A-Boo!
Backyard After Ice Storm
Ethan and Levi (Ethan's developed that "camera smile" that so many kids have!)
Making Cookies with Aunt Linda (the flour on the M&M tasted a bit odd!)
6 Weeks Old!
Judah is now 6 weeks old and doing very well...he looks like he's gained a good 4 lbs since birth but we'll see for sure at his 2-month checkup. I love having an infant once again, and realize each time how short those first few months are!
We are thankful to all be healthy in the Plair household after surviving a week-long flu that made it's way to each of us including Judah. It was a very hard week but it sure makes us more grateful for the daily health we so often take for granted!
Since I have very little time these days, I'm sure my blog posts will be short and sparse (more than they have been already!). But here are a few photos to share at least in picture, if not in word, a glimpse of our growing family.
Fun at the Park
Adoring "Baby Judah"
We are thankful to all be healthy in the Plair household after surviving a week-long flu that made it's way to each of us including Judah. It was a very hard week but it sure makes us more grateful for the daily health we so often take for granted!
Since I have very little time these days, I'm sure my blog posts will be short and sparse (more than they have been already!). But here are a few photos to share at least in picture, if not in word, a glimpse of our growing family.
Papa Playing with the Boys
Ethan and Levi "Talking" on the Phone
Fun at the Park
Adoring "Baby Judah"
Monday, February 23, 2009
Judah Shane Arrives!
We are thrilled to announce the birth of our third son, Judah Shane! He was placed in our arms Sunday, 2/15/09 at 8:57pm, weighing in at 8 lbs 8 oz and measuring 21 inches. He is healthy, nursing well, and a very sweet-natured, mellow baby.
Before heading to the hospital
1 Day Old
Judah is named for the tribe through which Christ came, the "Lion of the Tribe of Judah" and means "praised." Shane is Jeff's middle name and means "God is gracious." Praise to our Gracious God is a most appropriate name for this special occasion in which God orchestrated each detail and answered many a prayer along the way allowing me to have a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesearean).
We are at home now recovering well and adjusting to life with another young 'un (with the invaluable help of my sister, Talitha!). Ethan and Levi are thrilled with the new arrival and always asking to see and touch "Baby Judah"...it's surprising how instinctively gentle a 1 and 2 year old can be. I'm still on cloud nine that I don't have to go through the long road of recovery from surgery so that I'll be better able to minister to my family and new son. GOD IS GOOD!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Ethan mimicking Mama nursing (while picking his nose!)
Levi thought we were trying to take HIS photo, so he kept smiling behind Judah
First smile we were able to catch on camera
Our handsome little man
Thursday, January 15, 2009
THREE Boys!
This will be a quick post just to let everyone know that we found out on Monday that we are having a boy! We were kind of hoping for a girl, but it's odd that the moment we were told the gender, there was no disappointment. We are excited to be welcoming another little man to the family (Mama hopes no later than February 10th, the due date)!
Also, Ethan was recently featured in a Northwest Arkansas magazine for parents called Peek A Boo. He goes to The Little Gym with the daughter of the editor of the magazine, and when she noticed Ethan's hearing aid, she asked if I'd be interested in writing an article about our journey with his hearing loss. Here is the link to this article: http://www.peekaboonwa.com/articles/personal-stories/hearing-with-the-heart/
And a few photos...we woke up to a little less than an inch of snow this morning, so Papa took the boys out to play in it for a bit.
Also, Ethan was recently featured in a Northwest Arkansas magazine for parents called Peek A Boo. He goes to The Little Gym with the daughter of the editor of the magazine, and when she noticed Ethan's hearing aid, she asked if I'd be interested in writing an article about our journey with his hearing loss. Here is the link to this article: http://www.peekaboonwa.com/articles/personal-stories/hearing-with-the-heart/
And a few photos...we woke up to a little less than an inch of snow this morning, so Papa took the boys out to play in it for a bit.
Ethan's Mohawk That "Appeared" During a Haircut :)
Levi Found His Reflection in a Spoon
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas 2008!
Well, I am remaining pretty consistent with updating the blog once a month...not purposefully, but it seems that I don't find the time except maybe once a month! As fellow moms can relate, when the babes are up and at 'em, the computer is not the most convenient place to be since they want to have a "hand" in everything Mama's doing. That's ok with cooking and cleaning, but the computer is a little more fragile than a pot or a mop!
So, as my last post for 2008, I'll give a quick update and post a few recent photos of the boys. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Jeff's aunt, uncle, and cousin coming up to visit for a few days. It was a bit intimidating to cook for my favorite cook, Aunt Linda! But, she contributed so much that the meal turned out pretty good.
Jeff's uncle and cousin also helped us find a minivan at that time in preparation for Baby #3. So, we bought an Odyssey which we got a great deal on (you know us...we rarely buy something unless it's a "deal"). Ethan especially likes the minivan, and for a while he woke up each morning with the first word/sign out of his mouth being "van" because he wanted to go see it in the garage. I guess everyone likes something different for a change, even a 2 year old!
The pregnancy is going well, praise the Lord...we hope to find out the gender early January! February 12th is just around the corner and we can hardly wait to welcome this new little member to our family!
We are leaving tomorrow to spend Christmas with family in the central AR area, so we are looking forward to that. My brother recently got engaged, and his intended is here for a visit from up north, so they are planning a hayride/weiner roast this Saturday...ought be fun AND cold! But, that's how us Southerners like to celebrate despite the weather!
And, now the photos:
So, as my last post for 2008, I'll give a quick update and post a few recent photos of the boys. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Jeff's aunt, uncle, and cousin coming up to visit for a few days. It was a bit intimidating to cook for my favorite cook, Aunt Linda! But, she contributed so much that the meal turned out pretty good.
Jeff's uncle and cousin also helped us find a minivan at that time in preparation for Baby #3. So, we bought an Odyssey which we got a great deal on (you know us...we rarely buy something unless it's a "deal"). Ethan especially likes the minivan, and for a while he woke up each morning with the first word/sign out of his mouth being "van" because he wanted to go see it in the garage. I guess everyone likes something different for a change, even a 2 year old!
The pregnancy is going well, praise the Lord...we hope to find out the gender early January! February 12th is just around the corner and we can hardly wait to welcome this new little member to our family!
We are leaving tomorrow to spend Christmas with family in the central AR area, so we are looking forward to that. My brother recently got engaged, and his intended is here for a visit from up north, so they are planning a hayride/weiner roast this Saturday...ought be fun AND cold! But, that's how us Southerners like to celebrate despite the weather!
And, now the photos:
Levi Imitating Brother Who's Potty Training
He Couldn't Quite Get the Hang of It!
Levi with his Afghan Hat from Auntie Laurie
Cousin "Uncle" Garrick Fascinating the Boys with His IPhone
Aunt Linda with the Boys and "Peanut" (Thanksgiving)
Levi with his Afghan Hat from Auntie Laurie
Cousin "Uncle" Garrick Fascinating the Boys with His IPhone
Aunt Linda with the Boys and "Peanut" (Thanksgiving)
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