On Tuesday, April 22nd, I was all over the Midwest for work, so Tracy had a daunting day of getting Haley and Xander herself. To make things even worse, Xander hadn’t been feeling the best, and around 3 Angie emailed Tracy and myself and said how rough a day he was having. Tracy got him into the doctor and luckily it wasn’t anything big.
Xander’s sinuses were draining, which is why he had been so fussy. Also, his nose was really stuffed up which is another reason he didn’t want to eat. He couldn’t breathe!
I felt bad cause I was in St. Louis when I found out and didn’t get back to Marshall till 9:30 that night. Tracy busted her rear to make both kids happy. Glad it worked out.
Friday, April 25, 2008
A Rough Start to the Week
On Monday, April 21st, Xander started out the day rough. He didn’t sleep much at all the night before and I was up with him from about 2:30 a.m. on, which was not very fun.
I ended up taking off the morning cause I was so beat from the two nights before, so I was in charge of Xander while Tracy and Haley got ready to go. Xander’s stomach had been upset and not eating much. Well, in the middle of the night, he decided he had enough and threw up on me, which was a blast. Then, as everyone was getting ready, he bounced another batch off my shoulder and onto my foot.
I never thought I would have to deal with that on my foot, running between my toes. Yummy.
I ended up taking off the morning cause I was so beat from the two nights before, so I was in charge of Xander while Tracy and Haley got ready to go. Xander’s stomach had been upset and not eating much. Well, in the middle of the night, he decided he had enough and threw up on me, which was a blast. Then, as everyone was getting ready, he bounced another batch off my shoulder and onto my foot.
I never thought I would have to deal with that on my foot, running between my toes. Yummy.
Nice Day, Not The Nicest Feeling
On Sunday, April 20th, it was a beautiful day so we tried to take Xander for a walk.
We forgot that we lived in Marshall and that it’s always windy, so no matter which way we were going Xander was in the wind. He still wasn’t feeling the greatest on Sunday and didn’t sleep much that day. Usually he sleeps a lot during the day after a rough night, but not this time.
On Sunday night Tracy took her shot at feeding Xander cereal. It was a good time, he ate some but not a lot as he still wasn’t feeling the best.
We were in for another rough, rough night.
We forgot that we lived in Marshall and that it’s always windy, so no matter which way we were going Xander was in the wind. He still wasn’t feeling the greatest on Sunday and didn’t sleep much that day. Usually he sleeps a lot during the day after a rough night, but not this time.
On Sunday night Tracy took her shot at feeding Xander cereal. It was a good time, he ate some but not a lot as he still wasn’t feeling the best.
We were in for another rough, rough night.
A Full Saturday
On Saturday, April 19th, Haley had her second volleyball tournament of the year, and for the first time we had to travel to Pipestone.
Very early.
Haley had to be in Pipestone at 7:30 a.m., which meant an early morning for everyone. Xander pulled his usual early, early morning fun, getting me up around 4:30. We got everyone up and ready in time to even get breakfast that morning!
Xander did a pretty good job that day. This was his second tournament for Haley and he didn’t fuss much.
Haley’s team played well and took second in their bracket, losing to the other Marshall team.
Haley was very proud that her team won their first medals ever for a tournament, so if you see her or have her email, drop her a line and tell her congratulations.
Xander was tuckered out and slept most of the way home. As did Haley.
When we got back we all had to go outside and enjoy the first real nice day. Haley wanted the trampoline up so she could have some fun. Xander came out and we played a bit, but we could tell he wasn’t feeling the best.
Saturday night turned out to be pretty rough. Xander wasn’t in the mood to sleep and spent most of the night in either Tracy’s or my arms, mostly mine.
Very early.
Haley had to be in Pipestone at 7:30 a.m., which meant an early morning for everyone. Xander pulled his usual early, early morning fun, getting me up around 4:30. We got everyone up and ready in time to even get breakfast that morning!
Xander did a pretty good job that day. This was his second tournament for Haley and he didn’t fuss much.
Haley’s team played well and took second in their bracket, losing to the other Marshall team.
Haley was very proud that her team won their first medals ever for a tournament, so if you see her or have her email, drop her a line and tell her congratulations.
Xander was tuckered out and slept most of the way home. As did Haley.
When we got back we all had to go outside and enjoy the first real nice day. Haley wanted the trampoline up so she could have some fun. Xander came out and we played a bit, but we could tell he wasn’t feeling the best.
Saturday night turned out to be pretty rough. Xander wasn’t in the mood to sleep and spent most of the night in either Tracy’s or my arms, mostly mine.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Fun with Cereal
Here's a little clip of me trying to feed Xander cereal for the first time. What fun!
Xander and the Cereal
On Friday, April 18th, a comment when I picked up Xander at daycare made a new decision easy for us.
It was time to start him on cereal.
Angie said that she had to give him an 8 oz. bottle that day so we knew that the porker needed a little more to keep his belly full.
We had tried a few times to put some cereal in his bottle, but I think it was too thick for him to pull out like he wanted, so he gave up. This time we spoon-fed him, which we knew was going to be an adventure.
The first try that night was unsuccessful. He was really sleepy, so he didn't want to take it. About an hour later he was wide awake, so we tried it again.
At first he wasn't quite sure what to think of us giving him the cereal, but after a few spoonfuls he was eating it up.
He finished off about 3/4 of what we had made for him, finished his bottle and went right to sleep.
I think it was a good decision on our part!
Friday, April 18, 2008
More New Pictures!
I've been working on keeping up better with Xander's events and pictures. Here are some new pictures of Xander and everyone.
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Thursday, April 17, 2008
All Smiles In The Morning
A few days after Xander's shots, he was back to his old self, smiling away in the morning.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
The Dreaded Dr. Visit, Pt. 2
On Tuesday, April 15th, Xander had his second Doctor appointment that would include shots, something we knew wouldn't be too fun.
Tracy and I met at the clinic that afternoon to go together. While we were waiting he was as happy as ever, smiling and talking like he always does. He was a hit with Deb, who hadn't seen him since our last visit, and he played it up like usual, smiling and talking to her too.
Xander weighed in at 14 pounds 15 ounces and was 25 inches long, putting him in the 70th percentile for his age. Last time he was in the 60th all around, but this time his head was in the 45th percentile.
Dr. Hill said that Xander was doing great and that he seemed to be right on track for everything. After she checked him out, it was time for the shots.
The two nurses came in and got him ready and the poor unsuspecting little boy got the look of sheer horror on his face again when he got poked by the first two needles. The second two needles sent him overboard and he turned as red as a tomato when he started crying.
Luck for him Tracy scooped him right up and soothed him, which seemed to make things all better.
Later that night Haley and I went out to practice softball, and Tracy brought Xander out and he was happy again. I think he really likes being outside, so I can't wait for this summer when we can spend so much more time outside having fun.
Tracy and I met at the clinic that afternoon to go together. While we were waiting he was as happy as ever, smiling and talking like he always does. He was a hit with Deb, who hadn't seen him since our last visit, and he played it up like usual, smiling and talking to her too.
Xander weighed in at 14 pounds 15 ounces and was 25 inches long, putting him in the 70th percentile for his age. Last time he was in the 60th all around, but this time his head was in the 45th percentile.
Dr. Hill said that Xander was doing great and that he seemed to be right on track for everything. After she checked him out, it was time for the shots.
The two nurses came in and got him ready and the poor unsuspecting little boy got the look of sheer horror on his face again when he got poked by the first two needles. The second two needles sent him overboard and he turned as red as a tomato when he started crying.
Luck for him Tracy scooped him right up and soothed him, which seemed to make things all better.
Later that night Haley and I went out to practice softball, and Tracy brought Xander out and he was happy again. I think he really likes being outside, so I can't wait for this summer when we can spend so much more time outside having fun.
Xander Hits The Town
On Saturday, April 12th, Xander got his first taste of eating out when we decided to hit Applebee's.
Kimmy and her boyfriend Todd came to town to hang out for a bit and we decided we needed some food. At first we thought about just ordering in, but then decided we would take the chance and head out to a restaurant for the first time.
It was well before 6, so we didn't think Applebee's would be super crowded yet, but when we got there it was quite a surprise. It was going to be at least a 10 minute wait before we could get a table. We weighed the options and decided to go for it and waited, figuring if things got bad we could just leave.
Xander couldn't have been better during the wait, just hanging out and checking out the sights and all the new people. Of course we got plenty of comments on all his hair as usual, and finally we got our table.
Xander smiled a lot and didn't fuss at all, which was very pleasing to Tracy and I. We eventually got our food and tag teamed holding him while we ate.
I can't wait till he's big enough to sit in a high chair and eat himself, but Saturday was one good start.
Kimmy and her boyfriend Todd came to town to hang out for a bit and we decided we needed some food. At first we thought about just ordering in, but then decided we would take the chance and head out to a restaurant for the first time.
It was well before 6, so we didn't think Applebee's would be super crowded yet, but when we got there it was quite a surprise. It was going to be at least a 10 minute wait before we could get a table. We weighed the options and decided to go for it and waited, figuring if things got bad we could just leave.
Xander couldn't have been better during the wait, just hanging out and checking out the sights and all the new people. Of course we got plenty of comments on all his hair as usual, and finally we got our table.
Xander smiled a lot and didn't fuss at all, which was very pleasing to Tracy and I. We eventually got our food and tag teamed holding him while we ate.
I can't wait till he's big enough to sit in a high chair and eat himself, but Saturday was one good start.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
A New Favorite Chew Toy
Xander discovers new things every day. This past week he has figured out that he has some control over his hands.
Look what he likes to do with them.
Look what he likes to do with them.
Going It Alone
On Tuesday, April 8th, I set out to accomplish a task I had never tried alone.
I gave Xander a bath without Tracy or Haley around.
Tracy and Haley went to run some errands, but Xander still needed a bath, so I decided we would see what would happen.
I gathered up all the things we needed to give him a bath and got it all ready. I figured if things went bad I could just keep him wet till Tracy got back.
Things went well, Xander cooperated and we got the bath taken with no problems.
Tracy and Haley were very surprised when I got home to see Xander all dry, dressed and without a Faux hawk.
I gave Xander a bath without Tracy or Haley around.
Tracy and Haley went to run some errands, but Xander still needed a bath, so I decided we would see what would happen.
I gathered up all the things we needed to give him a bath and got it all ready. I figured if things went bad I could just keep him wet till Tracy got back.
Things went well, Xander cooperated and we got the bath taken with no problems.
Tracy and Haley were very surprised when I got home to see Xander all dry, dressed and without a Faux hawk.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Coming Home and Scratching Some Tickets
On Sunday, April 6th, we hung out at Grandma and Grandpa Nordmeyer's all morning, playing with the cousins and having a good time.
After the long day on Saturday, Xander was still pretty tired and was content to hang out in whomever's arms he was in.
After a nice dinner we headed back to Marshall. The little guy was so tired he slept most of the afternoon while we caught up with cleaning and laundry.
That night, I had to run some errands and decided it was time for Xander to scratch his first lottery ticket.
Everyone got one, but only Tracy won. Oh well, at least it was fun for a little bit.
To see pictures of Sunday, go here: http://picasaweb.google.com/pander69/HangingAroundScratchingLotteryTickets
A Busy Saturday
On Saturday, April 5th, we had one busy day!
Haley had her first JO volleyball tournament, which started bright and early at 8:30 a.m.
We were at the Marshal High School, which was nice because you can never be sure how a new baby will react to new situations.
Needless to say, Xander was a hit. Everyone of Haley's friends wanted to play with him, regardless if they were warming up to play or not.
Other parents that had not seen him also wanted to see him, so Xander spent a lot of time in his favorite position - in someone's arms.
Haley's team did really well, ending pool play in fifth place overall, but couldn't finish it off in the championship bracket.
After a quick stop at home we were on the road to Lake Benton for Tracy's parents surprise birthday party.
Trudy, Dave, Sarah, Abby and Isabelle were already at Grandma and Grandpa's when we got there and instantly mobbed Xander.
After a delicious supper of Country House chicken, it was time to head to the Legion for the party.
Tracy's parents were quite surprised because they were told it was a party for another relative, who also had a milestone birthday this year, and they were even more surprised when Todd, Pam, Kaila, Luke and Briton all walked in too!
Again, Xander was the main attraction. Everyone wanted to hold him and everyone commented on how much he looked like me and how much hair he had.
It was a long day for the little guy. He was quite tired when we got back to Grandma and Grandpa's that night and slept pretty good.
I know that he loves seeing both sets of grandparents and can't wait for his next trip to Sisseton or Lake Benton.
To see the pictures from Saturday, go here: http://picasaweb.google.com/pander69/GrandpaAndGrandmaAndABigSurprise
Hanging Around Outside
After the success of Xander's first walk on Thursday, April 3rd, Haley and I decided to bring him back out for some more fun.
While Tracy was busy preparing for her parents surprise party the next day, on Friday Haley, Xander and I spent a little more time outside.
He seems to like being outside, which is a good thing, because we all the summer activities we have going on, we'll be spending a lot of time outside.
To see the pictures, go here: http://picasaweb.google.com/pander69/PlayingOutsideWithSister
Xander's First Walk
Spring has finally sprung here in Marshall, and we decided it was time to introduce Xander to the neighborhood.
He had been outside at Daycare earlier that day, so we thought a short walk would be a great idea.
We bundled Xander up good and took him out in the stroller for a short walk around the block.
He must have liked it cause he slept almost the whole time, opening his eyes only to make sure we were still on the move.
I can't wait till it gets even nicer outside so we can spend more time in the yard having fun.
To see pictures of this fun walk go here: http://picasaweb.google.com/pander69/XanderSFirstWalk
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
New Pictures
I completely forgot that I had posted some new pictures when I blogged the other day. You can see them here: http://picasaweb.google.com/pander69
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