You'd think with me staying home, Alexander in school three days a week, and family in town to help, I would have time to write the blog, but somehow the days fly by!
Somehow, we have already enjoyed our sweet Nikolai for five weeks today!
Last week, my dad enjoyed his first trip to Vegas and got to meet his second grandson.
As always, Alexander was eager to soak up Papa time, but was very generous in also sharing Papa's attention. The first day Papa was here, Alexander did say, "Give the baby to mommy so you can play with me!"
Nikolai, like his brother, is also happiest when fully involved in everything
We explored Vegas with Papa, taking on The Linq's High Roller for views of the city
The weather was GORGEOUS the whole time my dad was in town!
Alexander continues to practice his swimming skills at the indoor pool at the YMCA. He even went all the way to the bottom with Papa. My dad couldn't believe it! He played a game he used to play with me...hold on and go to the bottom, or let go and swim. I always chose the latter, but daring Potatoes went right to the bottom, bounced off, and shot up to the top!
Brother snuggles continue to be a daily occurence
We took a day trip to the Hoover Dam
Every Hero needs a Sidekick
Nikolai battled breastmilk jaundice and struggled to gain weight. Papa took the job of window sun seriously. During Papa's visit, Nikolai gained enough weight to be removed from the doctor's watch list! With his weight up and his bilirubin down, Papa was able to witness a visible difference in eye contact, awareness, chubbiness, and all out personality! While I know my dad had wanted to make the trip sooner, it was a wonderful week for witnessing major milestones!
I am blessed to have parents that get along and respect each other's space, maintaining a friendship that allows us to all enjoy the grandbabies together
Nikolai filling Papa's Fort Walton Beach visor like a pro
Our little burrito baby
Papa's last night was spent enjoying the container park
We are so thrilled with how this month wrapped up and are excited to see what the next month brings!
