Christmas 2008

Gavin had a great Christmas. He got so many great gifts! He was very excited to receive all of his presents even though he didn't show it. Christmas tired him out. We had Christmas with the Shipman side of the family on Sunday and then Christmas with the Kammerer side of the family on Christmas eve. It is so much fun to get together during the holidays to spend time with our families!

Bumbo

Gavin likes to sit up, so we got him a Bumbo. He seems to like it.

My baby is getting so BIG!

Lake Ozarks

This summer we spent a week at the Lake of the Ozarks with Dad and Nancy. We had a great time. Eventhough Gavin wasn't born yet, he was there in spirit.

Gavin 3 months

Thanksgiving with Jaime's family

We spent the second half of Thanksgiving with my side of the family. Jason, Tara and kids came down from Iowa to join us in our family celebration of giving thanks.

Thanksgiving at with the Shipman's

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for families to get together. We spent part of the day with the Shipman family. We had a great time. Gavin enjoyed his first Thanksgiving with the Shipmans.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Heart Doctor

Gavin went to his heart doctor yesterday. He is now 22 inches long and 9 lbs 8 oz. I can't believe how big he is getting.

The doctor said that his PDA is halfway closed. That is great news. We go back to see her when Gavin is 6 mo old to see if it is closed all the way.

Nap Time

The Cowboys Game was Boring

The boys watching the Cowboys beat the Redskins! You can tell they were so excited.

Sweet!

Meeting Grandpa and Grandma Nancy

Gavin and Nicholas got to meet their Grandpa and Grandpa Nancy today for

the first time. Grandpa and Nancy really enjoyed meeting the little ones and seeing Jackson.

Just Too Cute!

Cowboys

Gavin cheered for the Cowboys today. Guess he didn't cheer loud enough.

4 Wheeling

James and Sayle both finally decided to go ahead and purchase 4 wheelers they have been wanting. Saturday we went to some land out by Muenster, TX.

Halloween 2008

Gavin enjoyed his first Halloween. We went trick-or-treating with Jackson and Nicholas. Gavin and Nicholas slept through most of it, but Jackson had a great time and got lots of candy.

Goodby Mustang, Hello Jeep

Gavin got a BIG 2 month birthday present last night. After 6 hours of hanging out at CarMax, we ended up selling the Mustang and buying a 2006 Jeep Commander. Gavin was pretty sad to see the Mustang go, but really likes the Commander.

Gavin and Nicholas

Gavin met his new cousin Nicholas today. They are 7 1/2 weeks apart.

My Little Peanut

We had a very busy week. I started back to work on Monday. I am working from home since Gavin is on the heart/respiratory monitor. Even though I am working from home, it is definitely a challenge to get a routine down.

Tuesday Gavin was running a fever, so he was a little cranky that day. So Wednesday, Grandma came and picked him up so he could spend the morning with her. He loved that! Both Sayle and I had to go into the office on Friday, so Granny and Grampy got to keep Gavin. Gavin enjoyed himself! He even got to see his Aunt Kim. Even though he slept most of the time, Gavin enjoyed seeing her.

Baby Nicholas

Gavin's cousin Nicholas made his entrance into the world tonight. He was born at 10:22 pm. He weighs 6 lbs 9 oz and is 20 inches long. He is just about as big as Gavin is.

Jackson is very excited about having a baby brother. Both Christy and Nicholas are doing great!

Papa and Mimi's visit

Papa and Mimi came to visit and meet Gavin. They enjoyed him!

Sayle and Gavin

Gavin and Sayle chillin during tummy time.

(like father, like son)

Boys Chillin

Looks like Tater has taken a liking to Gavin.

Scare

Gavin decided to give his daddy a scare last night. I was already in bed and Sayle was playing on his computer. Then all of a sudden Gavin's monitor went off. Sayle looked over at Gavin and he was white as a ghost and was not breathing. Sayle immediately stimulated Gavin and he started to breath again. As much as that monitor is a pain to carry around, I am definitely glad that we have it. That is the first real apnea incident that we have had since Gavin has been home.

Day at the office

Gavin had a very busy day today. He visited both Sayle and my offices. He wanted everyone to know he had a great time and enjoyed meeting all of you! He said he will try to be more awake next time he visits.

Gavin and Julie

James and Julie came over to visit last night. I think Julie and Gavin hit it off.

Gavin had his first shopping experience today. We went to Kohls to buy some clothes that I can fit into. He enjoyed looking around. Thank goodness were not to the "I want" stage yet.

Meeting Jackson

Gavin met his cousin Jackson for the first time today.

Bonafide Cute!

Just Chillin

Noob, I am your father

Sayle and Gavin enjoyed watching Blizz Com today on PPV. For those you don't know, Blizz Com is a big gaming event that is held by Blizzard. Sayle was teaching Gavin how to be a "gamer."

* Noob = nooby

Boppy

Gavin is 6 weeks old today. He continues to get stronger every day. Today during tummy time, he was trying hard to get his knees under him to scoot. We decided to try out to our boppy. Gavin seemed to enjoy it.

Granny's Visit

It looks like Granny enjoyed her visit today.

1st Pediatrician Visit

We met our pediatrician today - Dr. Mobley. We liked him. Gavin had his 2 month checkup (eventhough he is only 6 weeks old).
Gavin received 3 of his immunization shots and will get 3 more in 2 weeks. He only cried for a second when they gave him the shots. The only mishap we had was our "little peeing machine" decided to pee on the weight scale. Way to go Gavin!
He is now 6 lb 5 oz and is 20 5/8 inches long.
The pediatrician office even does flu shots for the parents, so Sayle and I both got our flu shots.
I guess it was a shot day for the Shipman family.

Bath Tiime

Last night was bath night. Aunt Kelly came over to help with Gavin's bath.

Tummy Time

Today we had our first tummy time. Gavin seemed to enjoy it. He was trying to push himself up a little bit with both his arms and legs.

Hanging out in my carseat

Now that Gavin is home, he enjoys hanging out in his carseat while mom and dad work on their computers.