It's nice to have a fresh start like a "normal" baby...we hope to not have to discuss any hospital visits or have any more nail biting on this page. As of last Friday, Ben was 9lbs 12oz and doing great. He smiles more each day and is starting to talk baby babble to us. Sometimes he even shakes like he's laughing although no sound comes out just yet. He likes to be held in a sitting position and is getting strong at holding that big head up and he's starting to put weight on his feet when he's held in a standing position. He'll be running around the house before we know it!
a very BIG yawn!
hanging out during bathtime

celebrating Daddy's 30th birthday
Ben dressed up as a pumpkin last night for Halloween and greeted a few trick or treaters at the door and then did a little trick or treating of his own next door. That's was enough for his first time. Maybe next year he can enjoy some of the treats and not have to give them to Mom and Dad!
