Dear 6-week Old You

Dear baby,

Wow, what a week we've had!  We are still working really hard on getting to know you and figuring out what makes you tick.  This week has been full of fun (and not-so-fun moments).

The FUN:
You are focusing in our faces and I can tell you want to talk to us so badly and get frustrated that you have no words yet.  But don't grow up too fast!  Your coo-ing and little baby sounds that you make are so sweet and your daddy and I just love them!

You've started to notice the world around you.  Things like the lights on the Christmas tree the tree limbs when we take walks and the ceiling fan are fascinating to you!  It's so much fun to experience the world through your brand new eyes!

The Not-So-Fun:
We are still trying to figure out what kind of formula works best with your sensitive tummy.  It's so hard on daddy and I when you don't feel good and we can't help you, so with the Dr's ok, we are trying formula #3.  The good new is that although you do have some tummy issues, you are still gaining weight like a champ!

We spent this week interviewing daycares, which breaks mommy's heart a little, but we're feeling good about the options.  Mommy's got a bad case of guilt going on, but knows that whatever school you go to will be filled with people who are ready to love on you while we are at work.  We also went to the dr. to get your 2-month shots done a little early so you can fly on the airplane soon to visit family for Christmas!  Next time Daddy's going to go to that appointment.

You are starting to fill out in your cheeks and have just the beginnings of some fat rolls in your thighs.  Every day I look into your sweet face and can't believe you are here.  With Christmas right around the corner, I will always remember this year because you have given me the wonderful gift of becoming a mother- and even with the sleepless nights, the frustration when I can't soothe you, the pit-stops to change a dirty diaper, I wouldn't change one minute of this wonderful miracle.

You've hit so many milestones already and have come so far in your little life- I can't wait to see how you tackle the next couple of weeks.

I love you very much!

Love,

Mommy