4 Weeks Old Today!

Breydon is 4 weeks old today!

We love watching him grow and change every day! His new thing is scooting, which scares me to death because I don't need him to crawl any time soon! He pulls up his legs, pushes up on his arms, lifts his head and tries to go! I have a feeling he is going to keep me oh so busy when he finally does start crawling and walking.

He's starting to stay awake more and loves to check everything out! He is so animated and has the funniest facial expressions. I see a lot of Mike in him :)

He absolutely loves bath time too! It relaxes him and he's never ready to get out!

He's growing so quickly! It's amazing how quickly 4 weeks have already gone by!!

Today is also our 2 year wedding anniversary! Hard to believe we were in Laguna Beach 2 years ago saying our vows! What amazing memories!! Thank you for sharing such memorable events with us!

With Love,
Mike, Charis & Breydon

He's Finally Here!!

Breydon was born on September 10th at 2:25 AM! He was born 9 pounds and 21 inches long. He is a very healthy and happy baby! He is just perfect!! So strong and even holding his head up already! We are truly blessed!!!

After 18 hours of labor and 2 1/2 hours of pushing we had to do a C-Section. Mike was able to take off work for 2 weeks (last week and this week) to help with the recovery- THANK GOD!!

He is such an amazing help and I am so lucky to have him!

My mom was also here to help this last week! Thanks for being here mom :)

Here are some pictures from the hospital, birth and coming home! His little green "Coming Home" outfit was so perfect!! Thanks Grandma Sheri!!

Enjoy!!

38 Weeks and Counting!!

This week brought some crazy weather to Colorado! We actually had 4 tornadoes touch down here in Castle Rock, which is rare!

Here is a photo I took from our window with my cell phone!! A few people asked me why I wasn't hiding in the bath tub, but taking a picture was far more exciting.



We also had another ultrasound today to check on the growth of the baby. He is already 8 pounds!! Eeeek!! I'm praying he arrives next week, but the Dr. said if I go until my due date (September 5th) he will be approximately 9 pounds. Ouch??

Here are some photo's from the ultrasound. The tech kept saying "How cute!" but I find the pictures a tad creepy~ haha... I hope you all enjoy them!




It's a boy for sure!! haha- that's a definite picture!



This is his face. I turned the picture to the side so you can see his cheeks. His eyes are the dark spots. I think that's his hand over his nose. It's hard to tell!

Okay! Please pray for us this week! Our next appointment is Friday and we are hoping to talk to the Dr about possibly inducing to get things moving! As soon as we do go into labor or know more, you will know- I promise.

:) Mike & Charis

We Are Ready!!

We spent most of this week finishing the baby room~ I can't believe he's going to be here soon! The Dr. said we can expect him anytime within the next few weeks. Here are the pictures of his room all finished!! Thank you to all the Parents/Grandparents for your help in putting his room together. The large items were expensive, and we appreciate you making that happen for us!!

As you can see, the room is ready and as you know so am I!!!! :) I had a massage today and she worked on my pressure points to help move things along!! I am crossing my fingers to have him soon!

This last week also brought sadness- we lost our favorite pet, Pig. Many of you knew him and he was in fact THE cutest Guinea Pig that ever existed. Mike bought Pig for me shortly before we were engaged and we are so lucky we were able to have him this long.

It was hard to say good bye, but he was obviously not well. We buried him by a creek on a trail Mike and I walk often.

Thank you so much for your continued love and prayers!
Mike & Charis

35 Weeks Pregnant!

Mike and I have just about finished the baby room and our doctor appointments have increased to once a week. We are both VERY excited that it could be any time now and are having a hard time finding the patience to wait!!

It's becoming really painful towards the end, so please keep me in your prayers. I'm having a hard time sleeping, although I have been told it's good practice for when Breydon is here! :)

My mom, Mary, was here last week to help put the baby room together and get the little outfits all washed and ready for his big arrival!! We did some last minute shopping and were able to get everything that was needed!! This baby will definitly not be naked!! He has more outfits than Mike and I combined!

As soon as Mike and I finish the border in his nursery I will add more pictures!

Thanks for all the love and support!!
Mike & Charis

Baby Shower!

Hello Hello!!!

Instead of sending out an e-mail every so often, we thought we'd try a Blog! This is my first time "blogging" so bare with me!!

It was so fun seeing everyone in California 2 weeks ago for our baby shower!! Thank you for coming to visit and bringing such beautiful gifts!! Our little man is going to be the hottest kid on the block with the coolest toys!! I see a lot of future "play dates" at our house!! ;)

Here are a few pictures in case you missed it or had to leave early! :) Christine sent these to me since I didn't have a chance to take any!! If you took some and can share I would appreciate it!!




Left to Right: Dianne & Grandma, Side View of me at 29 Weeks, Kim & Charis, and Christine & Mike




Left to Right- My mom and I, Mike & I- R&R :)


We're now just about 32 weeks pregnant! We are so excited knowing that Breydon will be here soon! My mom is coming to visit in 2 weeks to help us get the baby room clean and ready for his arrival. It'll be so exciting to get the crib and everything else all put together.

We moved this last week into a bigger apartment. The house search has been put on hold for a while. It was way too stressful and not worth it in the end. We are looking to resume our hunt in about a year. We appreciate all the support and encouragement we've received regarding all this in the last few months.

Again, thank you for all the prayers and loving words! Mike and I feel so blessed to have such great family and friends. We can't wait to share our new bundle of joy with you all!

With Love,
Mike & Charis



Breydon's 3D Ultrasound at 29 weeks