Fun Weekend Visit

What a fun weekend we had! Minnie, Grumps and Ally came to visit, and we all had a great time. They hadn't seen Lincoln in two whole weeks, so we all couldn't wait any longer. They were, of course, amazed at how much he's grown and how cute he is. I text and e-mail pictures, but in person is so much better! He was so good while they were here. We went to the mall and out to dinner, and he didn't make a peep. He did get a little fussy so Minnie could hold him for an hour or so. She was in heaven! Kevin, Allyson and I took the opportunity to go get ice cream. I know the kids at Mel's wondered what happened to the pregnant lady who used to come in every other day, so I thought I owed them a visit. Luckily the peanut butter ice cream with mini chocolate chips was just as good as ever. I got a little (ok, a lot) teary when it was time for them to leave. Kevin says if I'm going to cry so much every time they leave, we'll have to keep them away! Whatever!!! Hopefully they'll be back soon. (Besides, I cried much less at them leaving this time than last time.) Kevin's Aunt Joanne and Julie also drove down for a visit this weekend. Lincoln loved the stripes on Julie's shirt; stripes and polka dots will have him staring for hours. Julie is getting ready to have a baby of her own, and we think she did a great job holding Lincoln.

Hanging out with Minnie, Grumps and Ally

Here's what's up with Lincoln: He has gained 1 whole pound since birth! We weighed him (on his new, high-tech baby scale) last night before his bath, and the scale said 8 lbs 5 ozs. He's really filling out and not looking like such a newborn. He has begun "tummy time" and doesn't seem to mind it. He even pushed up a little with his knees and feet. Kevin immediately called his parents and said, "Lincoln is crawling!" That's a definitely an exaggeration, but he was squirming and moving his legs. The gym mat is one of his favorite toys. He loves looking at the lights on the music box, and he even swings his arms reaching for the hanging toys. What a great kid!

In awe of his favorite toy!

Quality time with Mom - what a silly face!