I realized it has been 2 weeks since I wrote last, so here is another little update. Nothing too much has been going on - still trudging along as a happy family of 4. We have settled into a routine and try to get out and about as much as possible going to the pool, Gymboree, the library, shopping, etc. We have also enjoyed some visitors the past few weeks. Steph, Scott, Sarah, and Brooke flew up from Florida to visit family in Jersey, but they drove here to see us first. I miss them so much and wish we lived closer. Sarah and Camryn played together so well and we all enjoyed watching them dress up as princesses. After they left, Camryn asked if we could go to Sarah's house to play - maybe some day!! We also enjoyed a visit from Rebecca. She was driving back to Jersey from Texas and she wanted to meet Greyson. More importantly, we went to lunch and it got me out of the house alone! I am extremely glad I got to see some of my friends - I miss them!!!!
We had a wonderful July 4th. We went to a picnic at a friend's house that day and were looking forward to fireworks that night. This was the first time that we decided to let Camryn stay up to watch them and she was SO excited. Fortunately for us, we can see our town's fireworks from our house and we have a perfect view of them from the park across the street. While we were waiting for them to start, Camryn entertained herself (and us) with sparklers. We weren't sure how she was going to react to the fireworks, but as soon as they started, she was in awe. She LOVED them. She kept yelling "Wow, they are huge" and telling everyone what colors they were. It was so cute. Greyson enjoyed them too...fast asleep wrapped up in a blanket in my arms. I love fireworks and watching them through Camryn's eyes was even better!!!
Last week, we made a purchase that has made Camryn very happy. We decided to buy a mini netbook so that she can begin to learn how to use a computer. We were just going to keep our old desktop for her to use, but we decided this was a better option. It is a small laptop that is a perfect size for her and it doesn't take up much room. And, more importantly, there isn't anything on it that can be "ruined" since it is mostly just a computer for the internet. She loves that she has her own little computer and she is getting better at using the mouse and playing various educational games. It is scary to think that a 3 year old is using a computer, but we feel like it is necessary for her to learn and be comfortable with computers. We have been having fun teaching her how to use it and she has even more fun playing games with her favorite TV characters. I told Chris that she is officially spoiled now, but he responded that we aren't spoiling her...we invested in her future. Yeah, I guess that sounds better!
Greyson had his 1 month well baby visit today. It is hard to believe that he is a month old already! Time goes way too fast! He now weighs 10 lbs 11 oz (75th percentile) and is 22 1/2 inches long (84th percentile). Apparently, he hasn't grown in the past 2 weeks, but they are pretty sure there was a mistake in measurement at some point in time. And, surprisingly, they said that they would have liked to see him gain a few more ounces in the past 2 weeks, but he is doing great. I have never heard that before! Camryn was always gaining lots of weight, so I assumed Greyson would be the same!! Oh well - I keep telling him not to grow up too fast. Maybe someone around here is actually listening to me!!! Anyway, Greyson is proving to be very content and goes with the flow. And, more importantly, he is letting us sleep for about 5 hours at a time. Camryn smothers him with kisses every chance she gets and continues to be quite protective. She is always trying to help us with him and wants him to be happy. I think this picture proves just how much she loves him - she even shares Bunny Bear with him!! That day, she thought he needed some Bunny Bear cuddles, so she gave her to him and said, "Here, you can use Bunny Bear for a while." That is love.This week, we are getting ready to go to Penn State for Arts Fest and to Meadville to visit my parents. It will be our first official "trip" with 2 kids. Should be fun!
