Happy Father's Day K!

I consider myself extremely lucky. For the first three weeks of Ewan's life I did not change a diaper, cook a meal, or really address anything aside from our hungry baby.

Kevin may not always pick up the bathmat (a strange peeve of mine), but he always locks the door to protects us and makes us wonderful food to feed us and puts flowers in our home and our yard so each day is a little prettier.

Daily he does things I don't ask for but love, and he doesn't even expect a thank you. He is a better person than I am and because of that he inspires me.

I once heard that you should not marry a man unless you would be proud to have a son just like him --- everyday I look at EP and adore the Kevin bits that we see already, like his toes, and dream of watching him become an amazing man like his Daddy!

Happy Father's Day Kevin!

52 : 14

This last week Ewan had his quarter birthday! Yes we celebrated it and in our house we are just nerdy enough to tell him repeatedly that he is a fiscal quarter old (Note - Peri had to consult Kevin on whether this was geeky, nerdy, or dorky as he is much more in tune with the proper use of these words).

At this months photo shoot we did a few different setups to celebrate this important milestone. Picture time was a bit more complicated as Ewan is so active and wiggly now. He wanted his toys and his sisters. Calling Coco in to his room was the only way to get a smile for this month's official photo.

Our big boy is weighing in at 15lbs 6oz and is now 26.5 inches long, he is our long skinny noodle baby. Kevin recently asked Peri if she intended to make EP sit in a white onesie in this chair when he is 18, her response, "Hell yes if he agrees to it, but maybe a white polo and jeans."

EP's official 3 month photo - taken June 8th, 2012

52 : 13

Visitors - we love them!

Since EP was born we have had so many visitors. This last weekend some of our closest friends came for a visit and Ewan met his bestie! When we found out we were having a boy we began to daydream about future outings and vacations with our boys... Their first meeting went well and as EP grows, and can keep up with his buddy, I am sure there will be even more fun to be had.

Project People - Family Room & Eating Area

Looking at the before pictures of this room I am surprised I did not run from the open house with Graceland PTSD. The "wood" paneling, "rock" fireplace, and shag carpet conjure thoughts of gold aviators and blue suede shoes, neither of which seem all that bad now that this room is redone and is the center of our home.

We ripped out the carpet, pulled down the paneling, and shattered that rock wall the first day we owned the house. We only took a break to pick up Barley, she joined our family that day!

We initially sanded the hardwood floor that was under the carpet, but about a year ago we installed tile in the entire house, much better for puppy paws and little boy rough housing. The design goal for this room was warm, functional, traditional, plus touches of contemporary. One of my favorite things is the fireplace, which Kevin built exactly to my specifications, I even got to pick out each brick myself. 

And a special highlight in this space is the media cart. We spent 5 years looking for the perfect piece of furniture for this spot. The piece had to hold the electronics, fit well, and be different. It was delivered in June of 2011 and the room was complete.

12 weeks (inside/out)

How has EP been with us for 12 weeks already?! He changes daily and is learning constantly. Here he is at 12 weeks inside and out. We began spreading the news of our McNugget after this ultrasound was called "perfect" - we couldn't hold it in anymore.

52 : 12

Today was take your son to work day, McDonald style. K's coworkers have wanted to meet Ewan so when the house cleaners came we had a quick coffee date and headed to Emeryville.

Ewan was a big hit with his skull and crossbones sneakers, tie and shades graphic tee, and his sly sly grins. The ladies melted and the guys went gaga for our boy. The most common comment was about how big he is --- yes yes, we know, and we love every inch!

Next month it is time for mama's place of business!

52 : 11

In our family we celebrate everything, the small and the big. Life is too short not to and this week we had a few things that got us toasting.

- Ewan now holds his own pacifier in his mouth with his arm.

- Ewan now does tummy time with out tears, pictured below.

- Ewan is consistently in crib for 8, but often 9 hours, each night.

- Peri successfully prepared homemade raviolis and brownies in one peaceful stint with Ewan in the Baby Bjorn.

And the biggest news of all...

- Kevin successfully passed all of his CPA exams and the scores have been processed requiring just a few more forms before its all official AND we went to dinner as a family to a restaurant that requires reservations to celebrate!

Calling week 11 of this little guys life a success.