I'm a brave little boy

I had my 2 month doctor appointment yesterday where I received my first round of vaccinations. Mommy was dreading it for two weeks. She was very worried about me, but I kept telling her that I would be a brave little boy. Since Daddy had to work, Nina Elda went with us to provide support. I think she was actually there to provide support to Mommy rather than me. Dr Mike just opened his own practice last week and everyone was still learning their new system, so it took some time to be seen. When we finally got to see Dr Mike, Mommy had a million questions for him. I was a little embarrassed with all her questions, but I know she means well. I was upset when Dr Mike first started examining me because he woke me up. However, I soon settled down. Dr Mike said I am very healthy and am progressing nicely. He said that I'll be hitting many milestones very soon, so things should start to get exciting for everyone. I was starting to get very hungry because it was past my lunch time, but then the nurse came in to give me my vaccines. Mommy's heart started racing and I could see that the tears were going to start flowing, so I knew I could not cry. I did not cry while I got the shot, however I did let out a little yelp when they took the needle out. Mommy fed me right after we left the office, so I was happy again. We came home and I slept all afternoon. I don't know how long I can be brave because that really hurt. However, I'll do my best for our next appointment in February.

New Milestones - 1 Month to 2 Months

As I continue to grow, I impress Mommy and Daddy with my many milestones. I flashed my first smile on 12/22/09. It was my Christmas gift to Mommy and Daddy. Now I smile every morning. I also started talking with my coos. Dr Mike told Mommy to start putting lotion all over me after every bath, so I now get a massage every day. He also wants me to do tummy time, so if I’m in a good mood, I get on my surfboard mat and do tummy time. Mommy and Daddy have been taking me to eat with them at restaurants. Although I do not stay awake for the main course, Mommy is very nice to hold me while she eats her meal. I know Mommy and Daddy are excited for all my ‘first’ events, so we’ll keep you updated on my progress each month.

Palmer's Photos - 1 Month to 2 Months

Happy New Year

I spent New Year's Eve with Mommy and Daddy at home. It was the perfect way to start off the new year with the two people I love the most. We ate sushi and had brownies for dessert. We watched a couple of movies and Mommy and I fell asleep at 10pm. Daddy woke Mommy up at 11:58pm so she can watch the countdown. They tried to wake me up, but even with all their kisses on my cheeks, there was no waking me up. Happy New Year to all my family and friends! I wish you health, happiness, and success in 2010.

Palmer at the beginning of the night....


Palmer at the stroke of midnight. He partied to hard, so there was no waking him up.

I love my daddy

My First Christmas

These things called holidays are a lot of fun. We had Thanksgiving last month and now we have Christmas. I spent my first Christmas with my family. I was able to meet a few aunts, uncles, and cousins that I have not met before.

Christmas Eve
We spent Christmas Eve with my Mommy's family. We started off at Uncle Gary's visiting them and Great Grandma Carmen. Then we went to Grandma Lucille's and Grandpa John's house. We got to open some presents....oh yeah!!! Then we went to Mom & Pop's house and we spent the remainder of the night there with the entire family. Mommy and Daddy played a fun white elephant game, but I did not see any elephants? I was in heaven because someone always wanted to hold me. I felt so much love. We got home late and Mommy was very tired, but I was a good boy and let her sleep until 3:30am.

Christmas Day
We spent Christmas Day with Daddy's family. We went to Grandma Katy's and Grandpa Al's house. It was an all day event filled with food, family, and lots of presents. I got so many toys and books. I can't wait to play with them when I get a little older. I got to meet my Great Aunt Piedad, my 2nd Cousin Art, and my cousin Steve. Cousin Steve was home from Petaluma where he is stationed in the Coast Guard We watched the Charger game in the afternoon and it was a great game. Charger's won!!! We got home late again and this time Mommy was exhausted. Daddy took care of me while Mommy took a nap. I listened to Mommy and I let her sleep until 4am, so she was happy with me.

I can get use to this 'holiday' thing. Mommy tells me that New Years is next week and that is the next holiday I will celebrate. I can't wait!!!

Holiday Traditions

Since we are now a family, Mommy and Daddy wanted to start a few holiday traditions. One tradition we started this year was driving around to look at all the Christmas lights. This is something that Grandma and Grandpa use to do with Mommy and she remembered how much she loved it, so she wanted me to have the same wonderful memories. We made ourselves hot chocolate (well Mommy and Daddy had some) and we drove around our city looking at all the light displays. There was one street in particular that was so festive. We listened to Christmas music as we drove around. I can't wait until I get older so we can get off the car and walk around to see the light displays up close. Mommy and Daddy will also take me to Hastings Ranch when I get bigger too. I love this new tradition and I look forward to our adventures each year.

Palmer's Photos - Newborn to 1 Month

First Sponge Bath - 11/25/09


First Water Bath - 12/5/09


Other First's & General Photos