Austin: month 1

I cannot believe that my baby boy is already 6 weeks old! The first month of Austin's life absolutely flew by. Grandma and Grandpa were here to help for the first two weeks, and Bubbie and Papa were here after they left. Thanks to all of our parents, we failed to starve for the first few weeks, and Gabe was constantly entertained :) We were able to just relax and introduce our son to all of our family members. We also enjoyed visits from Adam & Shanice and a surprise visit from Rick.

After the first three weeks, we were on our own. Luckily, we are both home for the summer, so we spent our days entertaining Gabe (parks, story times, bike rides, shopping, etc.) and relaxing with Austin. In the short time that remained, Mike took 3 summer school classes for his Masters program, and we've mostly managed to keep up with the cooking and cleaning.

Some highlights from month one: two birthday parties (Jaxon's first and Mia's third), gaming with Team B, and visits from friends. We also celebrated our tenth wedding anniversary by taking the boys to the airport park, airport, Old Mc Donald's (Gabe's name for his favorite restaurant), and Rita's.

I've included a selection of photos from the first month. The full albums are online here and here (you'll have to log in with google plus and be friends with Mike to view them, though).

Family kiss after Austin's first sponge bath

Relaxing in the blanket that Susie made

Stretching out

Gabe and Austin with Grandma and Grandpa

Hoosier love