Big Brother Party
My wife is so creative; I love it. She threw out a neat little idea and we made it happen. At the end of the night J was pretty wound up. Enjoy:
Isaiah Andrew Breaths First Breath
Here we are only a day after our second son was born. The short version of the story is this: About a month ago we scheduled Sheena to be induced for the birth of Isaiah on 12/18. Sheena began having small contractions the day before and leading up to the appointment. She was admitted at 6:30am to labor/delivery room and was dilated to approx 2 cm. Mona and Cortney came to support her for the whole day, while Evan hauled Jeremiah to and fro and kept wonderful watch over him, also supporting "The Sheen" at the hospital. By approximately 10:30am she was at 4 cm. A little after noon she was ready to push. Everyone immediately became ecstatic. I got my text message draft saved and ready to send. The nurse coached Sheena through her sequences of pushing. I stood proud and supportive at her side. The doctor was quickly called in, and after only a couple more pushes, beautiful Isaiah was laying on momma. It could be said that my breath was taken away as Isaiah's was given.
Here is a link to a few pictures.
The emotional impact you experience when seeing your child take their first breath of air cannot be put into words. Period. Just know that is very emotional and special for us.
We are so thankful to our Heavenly Father, that He would entrust us with this child. Sheena and I are committed and dedicated to raising him up according to the standards of God's word. His Word is first place in our family.
Isaiah Andrew 12/18/09
Isaiah Andrew Schlegel
Born December 18th, 2009 at 12:47pm
6 pounds, 13 onces
19 3/4 inches long
(click for larger version of cuteness)
Techno Tuesday
I'm going to start a new blogging series: Techno Tuesday. Hopefully this one pans out. Becky gave me the idea, and I like it. It will most likely include anything and everything techy. I know, broad subject...but the goal is to offer tips and tools to assist in living an increasingly tech-healthy life.
To launch this series, I'd like to mention one of Google’s services: Google SMS. If you don’t mind paying for text messages, then this may become one of your best resources when you’re on the go. I used it the other night to get the phone number to pizza hut. If you do not pay for text messages, then skip to the last paragraph.
When you're out and about and need some quick info but don't have time to access the Internet or phone a friend, send a text message to 466453 (GOOGLE) and you will receive a text reply immediately with your request, free of charge. Here are some of the things you can get while on the go: -Your weather forecast: text “forecast 72921” and Google will send the current weather and forecast for that zip code -Text your flight number: Google will send you the status (on time/delayed) gate info, etc -Text a business name or restaurant plus the city or zip code, and you will receive the phone number and other info. -Text: "alma to fort smith", and Google will provide directions for you There are all sorts of other things you can text to Google to get information while on the go. Check out more details here.
If you don't pay for text messages, you can get business/restaurant info by calling goog 411. It's basically an automated version of 411, and it's FREE! Try it sometime: 1-800-GOOG-411
Jeremiah Meets Baby Shower
We were blessed with a baby shower by some of my colleagues at work last week. Even JJ scored some gifts. It was a BLAST! Well, about as fun as a baby shower at work could be, I suppose.
Candid shot of a happy face and curious kid:
Munchin and lunchin in the Diva Den conference room:
Gifts n goodies, doo-dads and diapers, foot lotions and secret potions.
Except for the secret potions:
aww
cake and decor:
It's a blessing to have friends at work. I hope they will throw me a motorcycle shower in the spring.. I have the gloves. Just need the bike, helmet, and jacket.
Kids Rooms Update
One of the items we were able to cross off the to-do list was getting the boys' rooms finished. I carved and painted a sign for each of them to go above their bed. Each one matches their room/bed theme. And for Isaiah's room we painted all of his furniture espresso brown. Turned out pretty good, I'd say.
JJ's car theme:
close up hot rod made of styrofoam and paint and hot glue
Isaiah's jungle friends theme:
close up styrofoam sign
painted the rocking chair, crib, and changing station/dresser all espresso brown
Waffle Head
Aww, look at that family picture, how cuuute.
Our son Isaiah will be here before the end of the year, which will make us a family of four. In this busy holiday season, I'd like to try and predict what is going through each of our minds in relation to the baby.
Jeremiah: Isaiah is a ball inside of mommy's tummy. Mom and dad keep telling me I will love Isaiah, I will be a such a good big brother. I want a treat. Can I play toys? Hey. Where'd my choo choo train go? Wait a sec. I thought I hid that chocolate under this shoe.. its gotta be in here somewhere. I wanna go outside.
Isaiah: who's making all that ruckus?
Sheena: Ok, let's see. Isaiah could come today. Will he? I hope so. I'm excited. My to do list is almost completely eliminated. Jake's is growing. Did I buy enough burp cloths? should I pack Jake a brown belt for hospital? Did I fill my Jeep up yet just in case he comes tomorrow? I can't wait to hold my baby. I'm excited to show friends and family our baby.
Jake: Do I have extra time tonight to work on list? Do I have extra time tonight to work on list? Do I have extra time tonight to work on list? Do I have extra time tonight to work on list?
It's been said that men think like a waffle. Right now, my waffle is smothered in to-do list syrup.
How Big is the Internet?
I read this article at gizmodo.com. Someone said it best: "basically an entire small country is added to facebook every day." Click the image for larger version.
Random Monday Night Video
Although it may seem like it; I didn't create this video as a result of boredom. I needed a moment of weirdness. I did this to get myself away from my looooong to do list. I'm sure you all can relate. Especially around this time of the year.
I also just wanted to get myself on camera catching food in my grill. Enjoy?
Who's up for a grapes-in-grill throw down?
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