Crib Notes: Month 1

Before we had Park, every mom warned me that the weeks following his birth would fly and I wouldn't get anything accomplished unless it included caring for the baby. Now I get it. Take this post, for example. I intended to have weekly updates, but the last time I wrote was after week one (a day late, even) and now I can't even get this first month recap done in time. Like I've done with pretty much everything else lately, I'll just have to let this go, too.

So before the little tyke wakes up to eat yet again (I hear him in there laughing in his sleep), I'd sum up the first month with Park as lots of learning experiences: Learning that what worked to soothe him one night doesn't work the next. Learning that not all shopping carts hold a car seat and you have to improvise. Learning to trust my mommy instincts. Learning that I'm no longer in control of my schedule. Learning to type one-handed ... and the list goes on.

11 hours, four wet diapers and one blow-out later ...


Before any more interruptions can prevent this from finally getting posted, here's a brief look at the last month at the Lindeman house. A few highlights are missing here, but by the time I get those photos downloaded, we'll be celebrating month 2.

Aunt Erin had fun styling Park's hair after bath time.


Craig, Park, Zoe and Luka enjoy long walks in the evening.


Our first Mother's Day.


Looks like we're buying a third seat to the basketball games this year.


Park meets cousin Hagen. This is one time out of three days where Park's eyes were actually open.


Stay tuned to see what happens in month two. Hopefully sooner than later.