I'M SMART

Coleman got his own computer. It's like a real computer only for kids. It comes with all sorts of learning games. He thought it was cool to sit with dad and his computer. So cute!

A NAME AND A BLESSING

We had a wonderful Sunday afternoon. Because we were in Oklahoma, Chris was given permission to bless Dominic at their home. Chris had most of his family there except Tammy and Byron's family who reside in Texas. During the blessing the spirit was strong, the room was silent, not even a squeek from any baby or child. Chris did a wonderful job giving Dominic a beautiful blessing. Both grandma's were in tears. The family all brought great food and we all had fun visiting. I feel blessed that Lacey married into such a great family. I have so much fun when I visit. I love Diane dearly. She is like a sister to me. We both had so much fun with Coleman and Dominic. To end this post, all I can say is that the day was PEACEFULL

Chris with his brother J.B.



The crazy family

The blessing Circle

J.B., Chris, Lance, Bishop Bauer


Coleman enjoying a cookie

Chris' sisters in law Darlyn and Kale, Brother J.B and fam. sister Sondra, with daughters Alysia and Kennedy, sister Sheri with Darlyn

FUN IN OKLAHOMA

We usually take Coleman swimming for a couple hours to give Lacey time for much needed rest.

The Cole buddy in his shades.

Coleman has no fear of the water. He loves to jump in the shallow or deep ends of the pool. He loves to swim so much that it's a fight to get him out and leave even after 2 hours.

Relaxing in the shade while the guys swim.

Coleman with daddy relaxing in the hot tub Ahhhhhhhhhh
Just what the doctor ordered




We drove around the lake in Purcell where Chris grew up. Their were lots of Mallard ducks and Geese.

We visited the gave site of Chris' father who died in 2005, one year after Lacey and Chris were married. Sad that he lost his father at such a young age before he had his cute little family. He misses him so much.

Dinner at VAN"S PIG STAND. They have the best smoked ribs around. I have to eat there everytime I visit.

They all come with their own little personalities.

OUCH!!!

Wednesday I was cleaning the apartment, picking up toys, vaccuming, dusting, and laundry. I was straightening Lacey's couch cover as I have done many times before. I was tucking in the back cover and heard a SNAP! I pulled out my hand and saw that my knuckle was hanging and I couldn't hold it up, it just hung. I thought I had broken my finger. Lacey grabbed a popscicle stick and put it under the joint and wrapped it up so that it stayed straight. Later realizing that it was the knuckle that was hanging, Lance and I decided to go to the ER in Norman. They took 4 xrays and determined that I had snapped the tendon. Yay! I get to see the orthopedic surgeon when we get home and have surgery to repair the tendon. Of course it's on the hand that I write with.

PHOTOS OF DOMINIC

Hearing tests are mandatory in Oklahoma

FINALLY A CONNECTION

Coleman runs into the room, "Where's baby brother?" I lifted him up to see Dominic. He gave him a big kiss and a hug. Chris had to work til late so we picked out some videos for Coleman to watch while Lacey and I visited. I made up the extra bed and piled the pillows high. Coleman wanted to lay with his baby brother and watch the movie. He was so cute.

I HAVE A BROTHER

It took a few days for Coleman to warm up to his new little brother. It was more entertaining for a rambunctious 2 year old to run the halls of the hospital pushing elevator buttons and trying to open all the doors to the patient rooms. He wanted to see Dominic, give him a kiss but did not want to hold him or touch him. He loved pushing the baby cart all over the room banging it into the walls, repeatedly washing his hand, pushing all the buttons on the bed and monitor, and opening and closing the bathroom door. Lacey missed Coleman and enjoyed his visits. He could tolerate being confined to the room maybe 10 min before he was DONE! Diane and I took Coleman around the Womens Center where he found some revolving doors. Around and round and round he'd go.

WELCOME DOMINIC

Dominic came into this world on Thursday June 4th around 8:00 am
He weighed in at 8 lb. 8oz. 19 inches long

Coleman anticipating a peek at his little brother.
Beautiful baby boy.




Nothing comes close to the warmth, and softness of a new baby.

Mom did great. Nineteen minutes from begining to end
 

The Happy Family

Day Three Dominic has lost 8 ounces, and doing well. The pediatrition said he had plenty of weight to spare. No jaundice, no reflux, and kidneys are normal.

I love his double chin!