Mia's First Communion and Henry's Baptism

Amelia Therese receive Jesus in the Most Holy Eucharist and Henry Ignatius was baptized in the Catholic Church at Holy Family Church on January 28, 2012. Fr. Butler celebrated the sacraments. Mary Dausman and Uncle Pat are Henry's Godparents.

Pine Wood Derby 2012

Last year Ben was sick and unable to race his Pine Wood Derby car. This year he was so excited to race. There were a few technical issues not to mention Daddy driving in a snow storm to get there. Ben won one race. It was a fun day, they even let him test his car from the year before so he could see it run.

Henry 2 month, a little late

Look How Little He Was!!

Christmas Day

Okay, I know the date is April 8 but I wanted to update the blog since it is our current way to document our history. So...

For Christmas Santa brought to Ben Mario bedding, Bears hat and pennant, and fishing gear. For Mia he brought Mini American Girl Dolls, Calico Critters, and Potholder Looms. For Joe he brought Mario bedding, animal mosaics, and some t-shirts. For Charlotte he brought a Snap color activity, Calico Critters, and a picnic table. For Henry he brought a LeapFrog Zoo, a book, and a picnic table.

We had a good Christmas and the best present was having daddy home and a new baby.

Christmas Eve

After Mass on Christmas Eve we take a dressed up photo. Then we enjoy dinner (this yearturkey). After dinner we sing happy birthday to Jesus. We jump into our pjs and open our presents to each other.

a little silly

much better!

From the family Mia received a watch, an outfit for her American girl doll, and a utensil tool. She also received new ballet clothes earlier in the week.


Charlotte received some new books and a baby Jesus to start her manger scene. She loved opening presents this year. It was a good thing Henry was so little, she opened all his presents as well.


Ben received a headlight, utensil tool, Sonic toys, and a video camera. This was his big surprise. He loved it even though it is totally cheap. But it is perfect for his outdoor filming with friends and if he shows he can care for it we will upgrade it in the future.

Joe was last to open presents (he had some behavior problems all day). But he wait patiently, and received several look and find books, a headlight, a utensil tool, and Sonic toys.


Henry did not enjoy opening Christmas presents at all. He just wanted his evening supper.

Happy Birthday, Jesus!

Hives

An Arizona Christmas

We celebrated our Arizona Christmas the weekend before Christmas. This way we spread out the Christmas joy. The girls loved their Madame Alexander dolls. The boys loved their flashlights and Wii game. The books and the movie were a hit as well. I also included the video of them opening their Happy Nappers from Aunt Ann and Uncle Pat. I think they liked them.

The Girls

This was the night of the All Women's Christmas Party. I remember the first time I took Mia there. We are going to miss that when we move. Aren't they cute?!

Mia's Hair Cut

Before

After

9 inches donated, 1 happy girl

and 1 silly brother

Henry and Bear - 1 Month Old

Henry's First Bath

Here is Henry, 3 weeks old getting his first bath. We had to wait for the weekend when Daddy was home. We only use this bath for the first one. The rest are done quickly in the big tub while other kids are bathing.

Henry and Bear - Days Old

The First Week

Well, we survived our first week. Tom was home until Wednesday and then my mom came to stay with us. Everyone is adjusting well. We had our newborn photo shoot during the week and these are some of the photos.

Almost one day old

Here are some more pictures and a video of Henry. Things are going well. His blood sugar started off low so they are frequently monitoring it. He will be circumcised today so I spent a lot of time nursing him last night because he will probably do a lot of sleeping after the procedure. So far he has been a great baby. He likes to sleep and he appears to be nursing well. I am really thankful that he came when he did, allowing Daddy to be there. I'll share more about his birth story later today with some more pictures.

The Kids with Henry

The kids were very surprised to wake up and find Grandma and Papa at the house. They were already in bed when things started to happen. Here are pictures of their first encounter with Henry. And then some video of them as well. They all think he is great.

Henry Ignatius Towers

Henry Ignatius Towers was born at 10:12 am today. He weighed in at a whopping 8lbs. 14 oz. and 21 in. long. He was three weeks early. More details to follow.

All Saints' Day 2011

Here are our "saints" this year. Amelia is Saint Therese, Ben is Saint Ferdinand III, Joe is Saint George, and Charlotte is a ladybug. I survived the party.