Lawrence Theodore

We would like to introduce you to the newest member of our family..

Lawrence Theodore Weaver.

Lawrence: "Crowned with Laurel" (The laurel leaf/wreath was a symbol of high status in ancient Greece. It also symbolizes the resurrection of Christ)
Theodore: "Gift of God"

Born Friday, the 7th of September at 2:36pm. 

8lbs 4oz and 20 inches long

We were able to come home the next day and have been thoroughly enjoying every minute as a family of four.




Charles is doing well in his new role as Big Brother. He likes to hold Baby Lawrence and sings to him if he is crying.

 


I loved this baby from the moment I knew of him but the love I feel for him now that he is here in my arms is indescribable. I am constantly reminded how blessed I am to have both my boys, my heart is just overflowing.

Tears of Joy

"You're the reason a young immigrant who grew up here and went to school here and pledged allegiance to our flag will no longer be deported from the only country she's ever called home.."
-Obama, 2012 DNC


This made me cry. And still is. Say what you will about Obama, but I say that this was a job well done. Praying for one of my dearest friends as she submits the needed papers and awaits the verdict regarding her status. I love you friend. 



"When this new program is finally in place on August 15th, many more American DREAMers will be able to live without fear, and the rest of the country will get to know them. They are our classmates, our neighbors, and our FRIENDS. They are Americans. And one day, they'll have the papers to prove it."
-americasvoiceonline.org 

The Countdown

I can't believe it's September already! In May the end of the summer seemed so far away but something told me it would go by fast and boy did it ever! Now the countdown to Baby's arrival has officially begun. I have 17 days to go till my due date (which I know doesn't really mean anything, they should give you a due 'range' or something.. but still, September 22 has been a date burned into my mind for months and months) and I am so very ready for this baby to be born! I am feeling BIG and swollen and just plain ready to go.
Speaking of 'ready to go', I recently completed sewing my first blanket (ever) for our baby.



with matching burp cloth





and a few other burp cloths as well



I have fabric for another blanket that I will post once it's done too :)
I haven't been able to make any onesies for this baby yet, my hands are so swollen and tingly most of the day that stitching by hand is out of the question, but after he is born and I lose all this water I have been retaining, I sill surely be making some onesies.

Not working this summer has been a bit stressful, but as my mom has reminded me, this is the last time I will have with just me and Charles. I have been trying to really cherish the time home with him before Baby Brother gets here. I know that Charles will be a great big brother but I am sure it will be an adjustment too. Soon our family will grow from three to four!