Happy Halloween!

Max's favorite, FAVORITE movie of all time is Peter Pan. Forever it was the ONLY movie he'd even consider watching. He is just starting to want other movies. So, it was obvious that Max HAD to be Peter Pan for Halloween. And what goes better with Peter Pan than a little Captain Hook?
Here is Peter Pan trying to fly--
And little Captain Hook, minus the hook--
We were very successful in our trick or treating. This morning we went down to Chestnut Street to trick or treat at the stores. We had so many cute friends in cute costumes. We love these guys!
Max's mom lost his pumpkin to put his candy in, so he had it all in front of him on his stroller. Of course he couldn't resist sampling his loot as we walked from store to store.
And this is Baby Jack being a good boy as we walked around getting all that candy.
Too bad he was all covered up so no one could see how stinkin cute he looked in his pumpkin hat and ghost socks. I love this holiday!
We hope everyone else had a spooktacular Halloween as well!

Jack's Second Week

Baby Jack has had one exciting life so far. The San Francisco weather was perfect for Jack's second week of being alive. We went to the park (multiple times), the beach, the museum, and many stores this week. Hopefully Jack doesn't get too used to this kind of life because I'm sure fog is just around the corner.

Here Jack is at the beach--
And to prove we really were at the beach, here are some pictures of Max--

Here is Jack at the Discovery Museum--
And again, to prove we really were at the museum, here is Max painting--

Then, to celebrate the two week anniversary of his birth, Jack's umbilical cord fell off and we got to give him his first real bath. Jack loved it. And I think he would have loved it more if his big brother would have stopped "helping" so much!
We love you Jack! You are the sweetest little angel.

My New Set of Wheels

To celebrate my first day having no help as the mother of two, I decided to take my new set of wheels out for a spin. I am very excited to build up my endurance as I push this monster around San Francisco, and also to build up my arm muscles lifting this thing in and out of the trunk of our car and up and down the stairs to our house. I think I look pretty good behing this luxury stroller, though. And I have to admit, I only had to stop and catch my breath one time as I was walking up the hill to the park--even though I told Max we were just stopping to look at the doggies. I don't think he caught on. Cheers for the Graco Duo Glider!

Nike Women's Marathon

This weekend we had more visitors come to meet Baby Jack. Andy, Bri, and April all came to celebrate Jack's arrival. Bri decided to celebrate by running a half marathon and April decided to celebrate by running a full marathon. Those girls are crazy.

After everyone had made it on Saturday, April, Andy, Bri, Jack & I spent some time in Union Square picking up racing packets and shopping at H&M. We swung by Paper Source then picked up Pacific Catch to take home for lunch. While we were gone, Grandma and Max went to the park. On their way there, they ran into a garbage truck. Max LOVES garbage trucks and this nice garbage man let him help. I think it was a fun morning for EVERYONE (except Blake, who was working...).While we ate lunch we watched the cutest show ever, Little Manhattan. Good job April for thinking we'd like it. We all couldn't stop laughing. That night we went to Fuzio for dinner. It was a new experience for us with so many visitors and two car seats in the car. We actually had to take two shuttles down to the restaurant and back.

Sunday morning was race time. Blake and Andy took Bri and April down to Union Square around 6 am to find where they needed to be for the shot gun start at 7. Then, the boys came home to pick up the rest of us to go cheer on the racers at mile 7. It was the perfect photo opportunity with the bridge in the background. And you can't even tell from the pictures, but they had just finished the worst climb in the race, and they still have smiles on their faces. Must be the Gatorade they just drank!

Bri and April's fans--
While the two girls finished their run, we ran home for some more breakfast, then headed to the finish line to congratulate the girls and see their Tiffany's necklaces. I know I'm a dork, but I got so emotional watching all the racers cross the finish line. I saw a family lift their little girl (who was about Max's age) over the fences to run with her mom across the finish line. The mom had a shaved head and looked like maybe she had undergone chemotherapy. The race was for a wonderful cause and I had experiences like this the entire weekend as I saw racers' tributes to the people they were running for. I hope I get to run next year. But for now, here's a picture of me, my two favorite racers, and the reason I didn't get to run this year (he's hidden under the blanket).
And what's a better way to celebrate running a marathon than In 'N Out and a big ice cream sundae? I can't think of one, that's for sure.
Then we had to say good bye to Andy, Bri, and Grandma. It was so fun to have them here and a life-saver to have Grandma help us out. Max woke up the next morning yelling "Mama!" He missed her already.

April had a couple more hours with us before her flight left, so we went to the temple and Fenton's (for MORE ice cream). It was a VERY fun weekend. We loved having so many people visit and can't wait to do it again in only two weeks!

Jack's First Week

Jack has been super busy during his first week alive. He eats a lot, sleeps a lot, and burps a lot. And he gets his picture taken A LOT, especially since Nanny and Grandma have been here. Some of my favorite pictures--

First night at home, warm and snug. I can't resist a man in doggy-footed jammies.


Jack found his thumb and loves his bouncer.


Jack went on his first walk outside in the bjourn. He got all bundled up and was alert the entire time. He finally fell asleep when we got home.


Jack also had his first doctor's appointment on Friday. Jack now weighs 8 pounds 11 ounces. That means Jack has already regained and passed his birth weight. Amazing. This boy is a monster. These are pictures of him in his car seat on the way to the doctor.



But I'm pretty sure Jack's favorite part of being alive is his big brother. Max is the best. He lets us know when Jack starts crying and gives him kisses to make him all better. If that doesn't work, he tries to stick Jack's paci in his mouth or give him pats. Max helps change Jack's diapers by pulling out wipes and unfolding diapers. He also does a lot of fetching--blankets, burp rags, etc. Max has read Jack books and loves to hold his hand. I am one lucky mom.

Getting Ready for Brother

Okay, okay. So, I know this post is a little late, but I thought I'd have more time before Baby Jack actually came to post this. That little guy definitely surprised us. Max and I had so much fun pulling out all the little baby clothes and accessories. It was like getting all new toys for Max. These are some of Max's favorite baby accessories--

The bouncer. Actually, when he usually sits in it, it tips over backwards because he is too heavy for it. We have a big scrape on our wall to prove it.
The Baby Bjourn. Max loves carrying his puppy around in it. The puppy has been all over the place in it, including the park and the grocery store.
Then, the other day, Max was playing so quietly in his room, I knew something was going on. I went in to check on him and this is what I found. Apparently Elmo was ready to take a nap. Max even shared his paci and blankey with him. Lucky Elmo.
And I basically belong to the best playgroup EVER! The day before Baby Jack came, I had a playgroup shower. These terrific girls got me the most relaxing "deluxe pedicure" to get ready for Brother to come. I'm pretty sure I had the most beautiful red toe nails in the entire hospital. Thank you so much wonderful friends!

At the Hospital

At 7 am, as the nurses were changing shifts, we were wheeled to the room that was to be our home for the next couple of days. We were sad to say goodbye to crazy nurse, but were very excited to order breakfast from the hospital cafeteria!

Here are some more of my favorite pictures from the hospital. Jack was a little angel (most of the time) while we were there. Even a few of the nurses and doctors confided in us that he was the most beautiful baby in the hospital. I agree.
My mom arrived early Friday morning to save our lives and take care of Max. The best part of the days at the hospital was when Max would come and visit. He LOVES giving baby Jack kisses and holding his hand. He also really enjoyed exploring the hospital room. This guy is so silly--he's going to be the best big brother.


We came home from the hospital with our screaming San Francisco Baby Sunday afternoon. Jack and I arrived home to welcome signs, balloons, plants, flowers, and Nanny. I can tell--Jack is going to LOVE his home!