Christmas photo shoot...

Ok this is a tad late... but we just got this video from the photographer. Check it out!
Seven Puppies and a Baby

Bubbles

A great way to entertain Zoey AND Gabe ;)

Dada

Gabe says one word and one word only...Dada! It's mama that is home with him all day. It's mama that works so hard to provide him with breastmilk to keep him strong and healthy. It's mama that comforts him when he's teething and it's mama that sings silly songs... but noooooo... to Gabe it's all about Dada! (Although I do have to admit that this does come in handy at times... like when Gabe yells for Dada at 6:00am!! Sorry babe. He wants YOU!)

On this particular day he was DONE with mama and began his "fake" cry. You can hear him calling for dada!

Mama has a new toy...

Which means we're back in blogging business!

Firsts

As a parent, there are many "firsts" that you look forward to...

Gabe's First smile...


His First trip to the beach...


The First time he met his sister, Zoey...


First time sitting up...


and his First time drinking from a cvp...



Today, however, we experienced a first we could have done without.

Gabe's First illness... an ear infection... and his first dose of antibiotics.



Poor little guy. It breaks my heart to see my baby sick. On a positive note, he weighed in at 16lbs 5oz and he loves the taste of his amoxicillin :D

Mmmm Ice Cream...

With sunny skies and temps in the high 60's... it was time to head to our favorite local farm for delicious, homemade ice cream. Gabe's Aunt Amy and Great Grandmaw accompanied us. Gabe was a big fan of mommy's red raspberry ice cream. He, however, was not a fan of his Great Grandmaw taking it from him... which she very quickly gave back to him!

Happy St. Patrick's Day

First trip to playground...

Finally we got some warm, sunny weather and Gabe and I just had to get outside! I decided to take Gabe to the playground for the first time. I just knew he would love the swings (since he LOVES his swing at home) Unfortunately, the swings at the playground had the same effect as the swing at home... the sleepy effect. After a few minutes of pushing Gabe in the swing, he began yawning and rubbing his eyes... and before I knew it... he was OUT! I was a little disappointed... I had worked all morning to get us ready and out the door for a fun filled afternoon at the playground... or should I say a fun 10 minutes at the playground! Oh well! I know that we will enjoy several more fun filled days at the park... and hopefully Andy can join us next time :)

We survived...

Last week Andy and I both came down with a HORRIFIC stomach bug... I'll spare you all of the gross details...and just tell you... it was BAD! Although Andy and I both had to miss work, we could not completely escape the work of being a parent. We still had to take care of precious Gabriel and at the same time were terrified that we would pass this bug onto him. Luckily, we only had to make it through ONE day with him while we were sick... and we were able to send him to "school" the other days... and believe me... he had a lot more fun at "school". He was so good for us... it was almost like he knew mom and dad needed a break. He literally spent the whole day in his swing... poor guy! Thankfully, we all survived this and it appears that Gabe has dodged this dreadful bug... for now at least!


Here he is in his swing. Praying. Praying that he does not get the stomach bug...

Only the greatest invention EVER....

I recently purchased this "mesh teether". You open it up and fill it with yummy fruits and veggies... close it... and let him go to town. He sucks and chews on the green mesh part and gets to enjoy lots of delicious treats.... without the fear of choking. I have put cut up pear, apples, and oranges in this contraption so far. When Gabe is done with it... the mesh portion is completely empty! This is great for when we are on the go... having a fussy afternoon... or when mommy needs to cook dinner. This "mesh teether" buys me at least 20-30 minutes... as long as you keep it filled with good stuff! His absolutely favorite is a good crunchy apple!








Check out those pearly whites...

7 Months

Gone are the days where I could sit him in his chair... next to his bear... and take his photo! Now that we are 7 months... there is no sitting still and EVERYTHING goes into his mouth! Today he was particularly interested in eating his "seven month"sign!









Umm.... excuse me! Did you really just take away my sign!?!



Fine! I'll just eat my foot...



I think that one is dirty... I'll try the other one...

Now I'll try out my overalls!



50 pictures later :)

Happy 7 Months Gabe!

Sunday with Family

Andy and I have been wanting to find a church that we really enjoy since I was pregnant with Gabe... At first I was just too sick with "all day everyday sickness"... then the migraines... and then bedrest...
Once Gabe arrived, we were sleep deprived zombies and church became the last thing on our minds... then we were just too worried about being able to keep him quiet during the service and were too scared to leave him with total strangers in the nursery... and lets not forget cold and flu season!!
Well the day came where we were just all out of excuses! It is time to go to church! (sorry it took us so long God)
On this particular Sunday, we went to church with my grandparents, my dad, and sister, Amy. Gabe went to the nursery and was spoiled with lots of love and attention... as he was the only child there! After a very nice service, we enjoy lunch at my grandparents house. We had a great afternoon just relaxing with family!
What do future Sundays hold for the Hansons? Well, we're not quite sure. Although I can't guarantee we will be at church EVERY Sunday, I can say that we did really enjoy going to church AND spending time with family. I can also say that we are looking forward to going to church with my grandparents next Sunday :)

Ski Liberty

Sometimes you just need a break... a break from work, a break from cleaning the house, a break from being a mom/dad, a break from the stresses of everyday life... and that is exactly what Andy and I did. We took a "break" and headed to Ski Liberty for some snow tubing with friends. While we were playing in the snow, Gabe got to spend the day with his Grammy.

Sweet Dreams Gabe...

Our bedtime routine: Every night around 7:30 I put Gabe in his crib with his 4 special things...his paci, his blankie, his scout, and his "bug". I give him a big kiss and press Scout's paw for 10 minutes of bedtime music... and off to sleep he goes. It really doesn't take much to make this kid happy! (and yes I know, our next child will be a complete hellion!)

Gabe with his two best buddies: Scout (the green puppy dog) and his "bug" (the cute little seahorse) Sweet dreams Gabe...

A New Favorite Toy...

Who would have thought some plastic cups could provide so many hours of entertainment!?!