One Month, 4 weeks, 30 days

Today, Shepherd is one month old. I'm still amazed at how fast time has flown by since his birth. Last night, while holding him, I broke down crying because it feels as though he's growing up so fast. I thought of all the things that he'll go through and experience, and I was incredibly joyful, but also incredibly terrified. I love my son so much, and I don't want to miss a moment of his growing up... I just want to sit and bask in the moment, and watch him learn and grow.

Sleepyhead Dino-Baby!

I have no idea how much he's grown since his last doctor's visit, but I do know that he's filling out his little clothes a whole lot better. He's also eating like a champ. He's on a good schedule, eating every 3 hours (occasionally he'll go longer or shorter periods of time).

Is it dinnertime again!? I'm Hungry!!!!!

We've started noticing slight changes in Shepherd's facial expressions. He's a very, very observant little guy, carefully watching the persons face who is holding him or closest to him. This is one of the expressions we get a lot of... not quite a smile, but definately a reaction to someone cooing and talking with him:

Boy, you're funny lookin'!!!!

But all this said, everything is wonderful. I love my son so much, and I'm so excited to see the progress he's making. My only qualm is that I'm not sleeping very well at night, and having a hard time getting a nap during the day. Poor Forrest has to get up and work every day, so I tend to let him sleep... but he still will get up from time to time to change a dirty diaper or bring Shepherd to me for a feeding. I don't know how he does it without naps during the day, but he's my hero... I'd go crazy without him. This weekend was good for all of us. Forrest got some good quality time with Shepherd during the day (when Shepherd is active), and our visitors were at a minimum. That last thing made all the difference in the world. It was so nice to just hang out and not have anything to do but watch movies, play with Shepherd, and of course... cheer on NC State (who totally sucked, but whatever...). Shepherd couldn't resist getting in on the action and help cheer State on...

Yes... that is a real smile, and not gas related...

So, Happy One Month Birthday baby boy!!! Your daddy and I love you SOOOO much!!! And remember, please don't grow up too fast....