Introducing Graham Gibson Inglese

Well, meet Graham.

I posted most of these on Facebook so they may seem redundant for some people...but I figured there were probably a few people that don't do the whole Facebook thing. ;)

Graham was born Aug 23 by C-section (because he was breech and WOULD NOT MOVE), weighing in at 8lb 9oz and 20 1/4 inches. He has a pleasant disposition except when trying to sleep and big brother wakes him up...

Logan is mostly gentle and helpful with Graham except as I write this I am reminded that TODAY, for the first time, Logan clocked Graham in the head pretty hard with a toy car...

Logan has been keeping up the kitchen for me; he is quite the chef. This weekend he turns 2 and we have bought him a Grillin' Grand set complete with his own cooking utensils and a chef's hat.

Back to the hospital...sorry about the order folks. The Boys.

Logan brought some of his cars to share with Graham right from the get-go.

Grandma's new little one..

Logan wanted to push Graham around as if he were driving a car.

Morning of Graham's delivery.

Token C-section shot...

Tired but pleased mama.

Proud Nana and Poppi.

Proud Grandpa.

Getting dressed to go home.

Round 2!

Seems like we JUST did this. I am amazed at how quickly time flies.

Logan's Latest

I never know how much "text" to include in these blog posts. I admit, I mostly like looking at pictures when I read other blogs...but I do typically read what is going on with my friends- if it isn't TOO lengthy. So I think the key is in finding the right balance. It might take me a bit, but I will try.

And then, I never know if people only want to hear about how Logan is doing (sometimes I feel like chopped liver when it comes to our "grandparents" - they ONLY want to hear about Logan), or if there is interest in the entire family. He definitely takes a better picture and is much cuter to look at. :) So again, I think it is about finding a balance.

Logan is quite thoughtful about his play lately. He is full-on into pretend play and drives his cars around (have we mentioned that Logan LOVES cars?) everywhere. He has matchbox cars, big cars that he can drive himself, books about cars, puzzles, car keys, and Cars the movie. He can't get enough. Lately he differentiates between "car," "bus," "mommy car," and "daddy car." ANd then just last week he pulled out the "mommy car keys" when he wanted to use my keys to drive his Cozy Coup. Despite this passion, he takes time to enjoy other play, and I captured a few shots of him building and placing blocks around the table.

Here - he is "smiling" for the camera.

He insisted on wearing the sized 9mo bath robe after his bath the other night and it was absolutely hysterical to watch him run around the house with his buttox hanging out.

We are eagerly anticipating number two...but there are times when I sit and reflect and wonder if it can really get any more fun than this. We are so very blessed.

Summer Fun

The ONLY way for a pregnant lady to stay cool in this 100 degree heat when outside is to involve some sort of water. We do a lot of pool-in-the-yard fun and also visit friend's pools as often as possible!
This is what he does when you tell him to "smile" these days. It always involves a big squint.

Helping put out chairs for his friends.

Playing with (and eating) sand in the sandbox with Grandma "DeeDee"

We painted a picture and handprinted a card for Father's Day - he had more fun painting himself...and again...had to take a taste of this new substance...

Logan and Family (18 Months)

Logan does this thing when we say "ROCKSTAR!" where he points his fingers out...so fun.

Farms and Animals

Logan loves animals. This spring we were invited to a Cowgirl birthday party and Logan rode a horse for the first time!

We also visited a Goat Farm where they make cheese, etc and Logan loved petting the goatsc.