Dee's Play

Welcome 2012

2012-01-08T20:12:00.013-07:00

2011 was one of the most challenging years of our lives in so many ways, but still we are so thankful for all that God has done for us and brought us through! And while so many things are still up in the air, we are thankful for God's real presence, provision and peace that sustains us always ... sadly we just realize it more during the difficult times.

Both boys are getting so big. Hudson is shooting up in height ... over 3 feet these days, and Ryder has caught up to Hudson in weight and shoe size. Hudson still loves books. He can read some of them to us now and he is learning to write his letters and numbers on a new electronic tablet. Ryder knows many of his letters and sounds thanks to practice with his big brother. We were in the pharmacy recently and Ryder pointed to the 'P' and said "PaPaPa". He mimics almost everything Hudson does ... good and bad :) Hudson has gotten into the habit of asking me "Who was on the phone?" when I get finish talking, so I hung up my cell phone the other day and Ryder asked "Whose on da phone?". I just laughed. I can't get away with anything these days.

And they both LOVE jumping on their Christmas present!

Here are a few of the fun things we've been up to lately ...

Making Christmas cookies with Amber

Denver Broncos vs Chicago Bears

The Polar Express

Christmas Time

Tebow Time

November 2011

2011-12-01T10:35:00.005-07:00

Just a few recent pictures and videos of the Davis' boys.

As you can see, roping is Hudson's new thing. He loves to watch roping videos on YouTube and read the Western Horsemen magazines at Mia & DanDan's house. I think we're in trouble.

The world's messiest eater ;)

I want his eyelashes :)

Every parent thinks their children are exceptionally smart and adorable, and I am no exception. Here is a video of Hudson making the sounds of the letters in the alphabet. He's really interested in his letters these days. He's hooked on a little video about all the letters and their sounds, and now he recognizes every letter and loves to write H's everywhere.

Ryder us fearless. He plays on the equipment at the elementary school near our house like he is a big boy.

Another video of Ryder sneaking up and getting his Uncle Clay.

Midland Madness

2011-10-19T15:55:00.018-06:00

We're officially Texans now. We finally got moved into our new house, well mostly. Moving is always crazy, and for people that swear they do not like to move ... we sure do it often. But, we are settling in and enjoying the extended summer. It has been in the 80's here for the past month and except for the recent dust tsunami that sweep through the area, the weather has been beautiful. We've re-connected with some old friends and are beginning to search for a new church. Leaving Albuquerque and our friends and family and church and new house was harder than I ever imagined. We now are even more aware of how God greatly blessed us during our time there. Leaving our dear friends that we love showed us how faithful God had been to surround us with families that love God and care about our family. We miss you! But, that also helped us to believe that God can and will provide friendship and encouragement to our family here as well. For some reason, we feel like God has plucked us up and planted us in Midland. We are excited to see what he has planned for us here.

"being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus" Philippians 1:6

Seems like so many sweet families have been dealing with devastating loses lately. There are no words, just fervent prayer and faith in His healing.

He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. Psalms 91:4

And lots of pictures

Love this smile!

Sweet boy!

For Mason & Regina ... thanks for the Hawaiian digs!

Before his haircut

Fall Festival at Cowboy Junction

Uncle Clay riding the train

Dan Dan & Ryder

My Mia

Uncle Clay's 30th Birthday

Ryder is 1 year old!!!

2011-07-10T18:13:00.000-06:00

We can't believe it is July again! It doesn't seem possible that Ryder is a year old and that it was a year ago that we brought Ryder home from the hospital to the (extremely hot) rental house while we were building our new house. Although this past year has been hectic and full of change, we can't imagine our lives without our sweet baby Ryder! He is so precious and keeps us on our toes. His favorite things these days are eating anything/everything and walking holding Mom or Dad's fingers. He is so close to walking on his own, and then Hudson better watch out. He loves to do anything that his big brother is doing.

Happy Birthday Ryder!

He at the WHOLE cupcake and some ice cream too! When Hudson turned one, we had to force some icing into his mouth but he never would take a bite of his cupcake. Their personalities are SO different.

Aunt Terri made him a choo choo train birthday cake and cupcakes.

Don't worry, he has developed quite a sweet tooth in the last year and a half.

Painting on the porch with Grandma. They had SO much fun!

Hudson concentrating on keeping the colors in the lines.

And Ryder was concentrating on painting himself, his big brother, and Grandma!

Hudson is a pretty good eater when he wants to be. Proof that he does eat vegetables. He loves edamame.

Our little soccer player. He will kick this ball around for hours and he's pretty good too.

Cheeser

All dressed up for Father's Day!

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Some other recent pictures ...

And some home videos ...

Hudson talking about our trip to San Diego.

The boys playing and laughing in the bath.

And Ryder eating his first cupcake.

Easter Celebration

2011-04-24T15:30:00.008-06:00

The Resurrection (Matthew 28 ESV)

28:1 Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4 And for fear of him the guards trembled and became like dead men. 5 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay ...

16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

So thankful today for Jesus, who lived the righteous life that I could never live and who suffered and died for my offenses against God so that I might be forgiven and have a relationship with the Most High God. May our thankfulness cause us to cling to our Savior, worship Him with every part of our lives, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, go out and make disciples of all nations!

We have been reading about Christ's death and resurrection from Hudson's Bible for the past few weeks getting ready for Easter, but on Friday night it had been a long, fun-filled day so I was planning to put Hudson to bed without reading. We were almost to his bed and he pointed to his bookcase and asked "Bible?". I asked him "Do you want to read about Jesus before bed?". "Yes, Jesus" was his reply. So sweet ... my cup runneth over!

Hudson had SO much fun this Easter weekend. His grandma and grandpa came to town and we colored Easter eggs, made Jello jigglers and a bunny cake, flew his first kite, played at the park, and of course hunted eggs over and over and over :) We just kept telling Ryder that next year would be his year, but he seemed to have a good time watching his big brother this year.

Here are a few pictures from our weekend.

Coloring Eggs

Making a bunny cake

Hunting eggs at the park

Hudson and Daddy flying the kite

His eyes were watering, so he asked for Mommy's glasses

He flew that kite forever

He's still so little

Time for church

And some other silly pictures

Wearing Mommy's jewelry

Celebrating Hudson's 2nd Birthday

2011-04-02T14:41:00.009-06:00

Hudson had three parties to celebrate his 2nd birthday ... one at Mia & DanDan's house in Lovington, one at Grandma & Grandpa's in Farmington, and one at Dion's & the park in Albuquerque. He's definitely gotten the hang of opening presents and even eating cake, which he would have none of last year. However, he still cries when everyone sings to him ... we'll work on that for next year :)

Hudson is really talking these days. He loves to talk about Rio, Clay's horse, and names everything he sees when we're driving down the rode.

And Ryder is really moving and crawling now. His latest skill is pulling up beside his brother. He LOVES Hudson and wants to do everything just like his big brother. He's 22 pounds now ... only three pounds shy of Hudson.

Here are some pictures of the birthday festivities ...

Mia & DanDan's Party for Hudson

Most of Hudson's cousins were sick, but A.C. was able to come so there was at least one other little person :)

Hudson's reaction when he saw his playhouse!

Party at Grandma & Grandpa's

Hudson had a blast playing with all the kiddos!

Albuquerque Birthday Party

My first attempt at a shaped cake :)

Drinking the melted ice cream from his plate ... only on his birthday.

Below is a picture is from my birthday. Darren's Mom made me a cake and Hudson sat there staring at it for literally an hour waiting for us to prepare dinner so he could have a piece after he ate. He is a very patient little boy when he wants to be.

And some Ryder pictures ...

Sleepy baby, fell asleep playing in the middle of the floor.

"Go Duke" & Pre-crawling Videos

2011-01-30T20:35:00.004-07:00

Here are just a couple recent videos of the boys ...

Hudson is cheering for his favorite college basketball team, the 'Dute' Blue Devils :)

Ryder is getting dangerously close to crawling. What will we do with two mobile little boys? I'm sure it will be fun!

Hudson says "wuv woo"

2011-01-10T09:36:00.002-07:00

He's learning to talk more and more. It's alot of fun... Sorry the video is sideways. No way to rotate it right now.

2010, Can't believe you've gone so fast

2010-12-30T13:33:00.014-07:00

2010 was an eventful year for our family. We celebrated Hudson's 1st birthday in March, our 5th wedding anniversary in June, the birth of Ryder Lynn in July, Ma Ma's 80th birthday and Dad's 60th in September, and the marriage of Uncle Clay and Aunt Cigi in December. In the mean time, we sold our first house in March, started building our new house in June, and moved in early November. Never a dull moment with two kids under two years and a construction project in the mix, but we survived and we're extremely thankful for all God has done for us this year ... and for all of our wonderful family and friends that helped us along the way. Thanks to all that prayed and labored with us and especially those that took us in when we needed a place to stay (Thanks Robertson Family! We had a blast.)

Now on to some pictures.

In all the busyness, I did not take as many pictures usual. And I forgot my camera at Thanksgiving, so we'll have to get some pictures from Grandma.

Here are a few from the winter months ...

Major bed head!

I promise he had fun eventually :)

Lots of Christmas pictures ...

Ma Ma got a beautiful locket with pictures of she & Pa Pa.

So sweet!

It's easy to catch this guy smiling :)

New boots. He loves boots!

Cigi's present from Clay, chaps. They were awesome.

Building blocks. Like father, like son.

Pictures of the New House ...

From the road

Living room

Kitchen and dining

Office

Ryder's room

Boy's bathroom

Hudson's room

Our bedroom

Our bathroom

View from the porch

I have some good videos and some pictures from Clay & Cigi's wedding to post next time.

See you next year!

Ma Ma & Dad's Birthday Bash

2010-09-07T10:47:00.006-06:00

We had a huge birthday party for Ma Ma and Dad in Lovington over Labor Day weekend. I think the unofficial head count was 42. It was great to see family that we had not seen in years. Mom and Dad had the yard and porch looking beautiful and my cousin Gaylon rented a huge water slide for the kids (big and little). We had a blast! I don't think I've eaten that much since Christmas.

Happy Birthday Ma Ma!

Gunnar and Cody

Janae taking Hudson for a ride.

Fay, Tina & Peggy

Pam, Me Me, & Ma Ma

Mike, Alan, & Clyde

Pop, Gunnar, Darren, Ryder, Major & Carli

Our family. Glad CiGi (Clay's fiance) could be there.

Ryder was in good hands!

Having fun out in the yard.

Good one of Peggy & AC.

Hudson's "cousins" all played so sweet with him.

Clyde, Fay, Pam, Alan, Me Me and Pop

I didn't get a chance to take many photos so I can't wait to see what the real photographers captured (Hint Hint Clyde and Tina).

Sweet brothers!

Hudson loved sitting on the gator. We were charging the battery, so he didn't know you could drive it yet. He sat on it for hours pretending to drive.

Hudson & Ryder

2010-08-28T09:50:00.004-06:00

A quick update with some pictures of Hudson and Ryder. Ryder is growing so fast, and Hudson is a sweet big brother!

Big Smile!

Ryder Lynn is here!

2010-07-12T16:31:00.005-06:00

Ryder Lynn Davis
Born Friday morning, July 9th, 2010, 2:21 am
7 lbs 2.5 ounces, 19 inches long

Big Brother

Fifiteen Months

2010-06-10T19:27:00.006-06:00

Hudson had his 15 month check-up today. He has grown 11 1/2 inches and gained 16 pounds total since he was born. He is in the 60th percentile for height and 25th for weight. I know it's shocking that he is tall and slim :) He also has 14 teeth now, including 3 molars.

Look at that smile.

He is talking a lot more lately too. Although most of it is in his own little language, he can definitely tell you when he sees a ball or a car. He even dreams about them. We heard him say ball in his sleep the other day. He also says blue, balloon, bear, bug, daddy, mama (sometimes), shoe, and a few others. When we ask where his baby brother is, he almost always points his mom's belly, but occasionally he points to his own belly :)

Here's a video of Hudson playing in his new pool. He needs a little brother so he'll have someone to splash with!

Hudson and Zoe have become best buds. He lets Zoe kiss his hands and toes and even his face (which makes his mom cringe), and Zoe will eat anything Hudson gives her even dried up cabbage as seen below.

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T13:46:00.003-06:00

Happy Mother's Day to all the 'Mommies'. Hudson called me "Mama" for the first time today ... can't think of a sweeter Mother's Day gift.

Thought I would share some Hudson videos today since we can't be with family this weekend. Hopefully seeing the videos will be a close second :)

Lots of swimming videos. Hudson has lessons every Saturday morning, but I think they are meant mostly to train us parents on how to introduce swimming to the kids.

Hudson's friend, Chase, is also in his swimming class.

Chase loves to kick and splash in the water. So cute!

More of Hudson cleaning. Such a good boy :)

April 2010

2010-04-23T15:49:00.006-06:00

Our family had a very busy April. We sold our first house and moved into a rental house in the mountains east of Abq. Hudson seems to be liking our new house and enjoying playing outside in the peace and quiet. Thanks to all our family and friends that helped us move. We couldn't have done it without you.

Spring Cleaning

Just kidding. I don't really make my one year old clean ... yet. But, he really does love the broom, swiffer and vacuum. I'm sure that will change before he is old enough to really use them :)

We moved the weekend of Easter, so I didn't get to snap any photos of Hudson that Sunday ... but a few days later counts right?

Here are some pictures of our rent house.

This picture was taken yesterday, April 22nd. Yes, it is still snowing in April. Will spring ever really come this year? I'm SO ready.

And some videos ...

Here is Hudson showing off his fake laugh ...

And we tried to get a video of all the new words he is saying, but for some reason he hardly ever says them while the video camera is rolling. But, we did manage to get him saying 'ball' and 'car' which he says far more than any other words ... all boy!

One Year Old

2010-03-16T19:53:00.003-06:00

Here are some pictures from Hudson's 1st birthday party. Thanks to all the friends and family that came to celebrate with us.

Oh, and now Hudson can not only walk, but kick the ball and hit the ball with the bat while walking :) Something new everyday.

Big Boy Now

2010-02-28T14:20:00.003-07:00

Hudson is getting so big and learning so many new things.

This morning he wanted to feed himself yogurt. He did well for the first time.

He started walking on Valentine's Day, and now he can go pretty much anywhere.

Thanksgiving, Christmas, & The New Year

2010-01-29T15:11:00.007-07:00

It's been way too long since I've updated our blog. Hudson is growing like crazy. We had a great holiday season. Can't believe that it's already 2010.

Hudson is crawling everywhere FAST, but no walking yet. He pulls up on everything and can even get off the couch all by himself. We think he'll be walking any day now, but I guess it will happen whenever he decides :)

I think he looks like his Dee in this picture.

He hair is getting longer and crazier. Think it's time for his first hair cut. And he actually has six teeth now. Four on top and two on bottom.

Lots of Christmas photos ...

Mama and all her great-grandchildren.

The whole family ... minus Lenard and Jason who were sick.

He loved all the Christmas trees and lights at Mia's house.

Uncle Clay

Grandma and Grandpa ... who are responsible for the Santa suit.

And Now We're Mobile

2009-10-11T15:26:00.014-06:00

Hudson is officially mobile. He has been rolling and scooting across the living room for a while now, but this past week he has gotten a lot better at crawling. He can get across the room pretty quickly. Let the baby proofing begin.

All smiles for the camera ...

Hudson and Landon had fun swimming and playing with their cousins in Roswell. Christmas is going to be crazy when these two are running around together!

It was balloon fiesta week in ABQ. We didn't make it to the park to see the balloons, but one landed/crashed in the park outside our window. Everyone was ok ... I think. Too bad Hudson slept through the whole thing.

Hudson's favorite way to sleep. It doesn't look very comfortable to me, but he loves it.

If you look closely (click to enlarge), you can see his first little tooth peeking through on the bottom gum.

Poor kid. His mom likes to dress him up and take photos. I can't resist. He's too cute and fun.

Mia and D came to visit this weekend. We played outside and went shopping and had a great time. Mia caught this cute smile.

And here's Hudson drinking Mia's diet coke. Just kidding. No coke till your 16. Or dating :)

More dress up pictures.

Oh. And he's mastered the walker thing for sure. Watch out for your ankles.

Fair Time

2009-08-12T22:13:00.005-06:00

We traveled to Lovington last week to visit family and friends and watch Uncle Clay rope. Hudson got to see all of his cousins and his friend Kobe. Here are a few random pictures from our visit.

Shelly & Kobe were in town from Tyler. I hadn't seen Kobe since he was about 7 months old. Such a sweet, smiley boy!

Hudson really loved his cousin Peggy. He gave her all kinds of smiles and laughs.

Landon is two months younger than Hudson, but they are almost the same size. Landon may even be a bit bigger. Cute healthy boys!

Hudson & his Dee rocking on the front porch. Hudson LOVED sitting outside on the porch.

He looks like such a big boy holding his own bottle.

He are some of the wonderful funny faces that Hudson makes these days.

Sweet Potatoes

2009-07-21T21:47:00.005-06:00

Hudson was 15 pounds 2 ounces and 26 inches long at his 4 month appointment last week. While he is only in the 50th percentile for weight, he is a very hungry boy, so our pediatrician suggested that we start him on baby food. First up, sweet potatoes. He is getting better at eating from a spoon every day, but we still manage to get it everywhere.

He also went through this phase of sticking out his tongue all the time for about a week. It was so funny. He would stick it out so far for minutes at a time. I always wonder what is going through that little head.

He loves his seahorse. It sings lullabies and glows when you squeeze him. Today he woke up during his nap, grabbed the seahorse and then went back to sleep. I'm pretty sure it was an accident, but I was impressed.

He likes to grab his feet and all the hanging toys at the same time.

Hanging out with my buddies, Avery & Baby Chase.

Back to Work

2009-07-07T21:16:00.011-06:00

I just realized as I sat down to create this post that it is the first time that I've updated the blog since going back to work part-time :( But don't you worry, we're still taking lots and lots of pictures of Hudson. It actually hasn't been too hard to go back to work considering that it is only two days a week at work and one from home, but I still miss my little guy! Hudson is staying with our good friend Carrie, who also has a little one that is four months older than Hudson. She'll be able to show him the ropes in no time. It's been a huge blessing that he is able to stay with someone that we know and trust!

Here are a few pics of Hudson with Nellie (Carrie's little girl).

Looks like they are going to hold hands :)

And here is the whole crew at Avery's birthday party.

(Sienna, Avery, Nellie, Cruz, & Hudson)

And another cute pic that Carrie took.

We went to Lovington a few weekends ago and were able to meet Hudson's new 2nd? cousin Landon and go to Janae's birthday party. Peggy took some great pictures of Hudson and Landon sitting on MaMa's (my grandmother) lap.

Landon is almost two months younger than Hudson, but he is catching him fast.

Uncle Clay came to visit and help out with Hudson while I was at work this past Monday. What a sweet uncle!

He hasn't rolled over yet ... or even acted like he might think about rolling over, but at least he doesn't cry instantly when I put him on his stomach anymore.

Hudson's latest discovery is that he can grab his feet and put them in his mouth pretty much anytime he wants. Oh to be that flexible again!

The video below is from Darren's phone so the resolution is pretty bad, but you can sort of see the little wiggle worm in action.

Memorial Day Weekend

2009-05-30T11:29:00.007-06:00

We went north to Colorado for Memorial weekend. Darren spent some time fishing and Hudson spent some time sleeping. I think the altitude made him sleepy.

The lake was beautiful and green.

Hudson got in on the fish action with his own cowfish toy. A fish that moos like a cow. Poor kid, he's going to be so confused.

I took some pictures of Hudson watching the Cavs game with his dad. His eyes were so heavy, but he was trying hard to see the end of the game. Check out his full belly :-)

Hudson went swimming for the first time last weekend too. It was a little breezy, but he still had a good time. He really loves the water.

He also started laughing this past week too. It is so great. I tried to get a video, but he won't ever do it while we have the camera on. I did get some still shots that are fun.

Family Photos

2009-05-20T22:48:00.006-06:00

Seems like the last two weeks have just flown by. Hudson has been growing and changing so much it is hard to keep up.

A good friend took some family photos of us to give to our moms for Mother's Day.

And we dedicated Hudson at our church on Mother's Day.

He slept in his own crib for the first time. Doesn't he look so small in his crib.

He learned to play with his rattle. Well, really we just put it in his hand, but he moves his hand around and it looks like he is playing with the rattle.

And he can sit up in his bumbo seat and hang out with mom & dad in the kitchen.

He can wear this cool hat from his uncle Clay. Hopefully his head won't be too big for it by winter time.

And a big smile to show off his chubby cheeks!

Good Morning Video

2009-05-08T08:47:00.005-06:00

Hudson is always so sweet and all smiles in the mornings. I keep trying to catch him smiling with the camera, but it is hard to catch and I usually have to be talking or singing to make him smile. So, this morning I broke out the video camera to capture the moment. Sorry about the ending, but I don't know how to edit the video yet so you get to see it all :-)

Two Months Old

2009-05-06T14:12:00.004-06:00

Hudson is two months old today!! He had to go in for his two month appointment at the pediatrician's this morning. He has gained over 4 pounds and grown almost 4 inches since our last visit. Time goes by way too fast!

This is what we think of our two month shots ...

Hudson just started smiling all the time, and we love it. How can you have a bad day with a face like this smiling back at you ...

Mom takes lots of pictures :)

Easter and more ...

2009-04-21T10:50:00.007-06:00

We stayed here in Albuquerque for Easter this year. The Easter services at our church were really great. Then, we went to lunch in the east mountains with some friends. It was nice to get out of the city for an afternoon.

I was watching the news after Easter and they were reporting on a religious tradition in Mexico were they make a pinata to represent Judas. Much like those taking their shots at the pinata of Judas, I have often read Luke 22 and the other gospels and wondered how could Judas betray Jesus after all he had seen and heard. However, I was reminded in our Easter service that we are all pretty much a Judas ... we are all in the crowd choosing Barabbas ... we are all the criminal on the cross next to Jesus desperate for a Savior.

I love the third verse of Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

O to grace how great a debtor

daily I'm constrained to be!

Let thy goodness, like a fetter,

bind my wandering heart to thee.

Prone to wonder, Lord, I feel it,

prone to leave the God I love;

here's my heart, O take and seal it,

seal it for thy courts above.

Here are a few pictures of Hudson. I love his little sweater vest for Easter.

Mom took one too many pictures :)

Also, Darren's parents and sister from Montana came to visit Hudson a few weeks ago. We had fun catching up and playing with the baby. Yes, he can play. He lays on the floor and looks at his stuffed animals. He is also getting pretty good at holding his own head up these days.

Aunt Terri

Looking at Grandma Leslie

Playing with my horse puppet

Here is a good picture of Darren's cousin Jamie who also came to visit with her kiddos.

Cute pic in my guitar shirt!

Hanging out in the bathtub. He loves to float and kick.

First Timer

2009-03-31T19:46:00.016-06:00

Sorry it has taken us so long to post again. We were experiencing some technical difficulties, but after replacing the hard drive and operating system on our laptop we are good to go.

Hudson had a series of firsts over the past few weeks, but then again everything he does is really a first. But, we still like to get pictures of as many first moments as we can.

First Bath ...

He looked so terrified, but now he loves bath time.

This picture was after a bath in the sink at my parents house. They just finished remodeling their house, and they put in a huge sink for bathing Hudson and future grand babies. He got the royal treatment at their house. A heater next to the sink to keep him warm and a towel straight from the dryer waiting for him after each bath.

First Time Meeting Uncle Clay

Mom and Clay came to visit for a few days. We didn't do much but hold and stare at the baby. They would fight over who got to change his dirty diapers :-)

First Road Trip to Mia & D's House

On the way down to Lovington, we stopped in Roswell at cousin Major's Indiana Jones themed birthday party. It was super fun with a rope swing over a snake pit (rubber snakes in a kiddie pool of sand). Hudson got to meet lots of family there. And in Lovington, he hung out with his Mia and D (Dana's parents) and met his great grandmother, MaMa. He also took a long nap with cousin Willie.

First Baby Shower

Also in Lovington, we went to a baby shower for Shelly and Kobe. I grew up with Shelly, and her baby boy, Kobe, is only a month older than Hudson. I don't have any pictures from the shower yet, but we got to hang out with Shelly and Kobe the night before the shower. There were so many babies at the shower (6 or 7 at least). It was fun to see and visit with friends that I haven't seen in many years.

And last, but certainly not least ...

First (Almost) Full Night's Sleep

Last night, Hudson slept from 10pm to 4am ... that is six full hours. He usually eats every 3 hours like clockwork, so I usually feed him at least a couple times a night. Needless to say, we were happy to have 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep. We tried using a swaddling outfit, basically a straight jacket for newborns. He didn't like it at first because he likes his hands up by his face. But after five long minutes of crying, he slept like a champ for 6 hours.

2009-03-08T17:11:00.007-06:00

So I know that we already posted some pictures earlier today, but Carrie, one of our friends here in Albuquerque, stopped by this afternoon and took some amazing photos of Hudson ... and we couldn't resist sharing them with you.

Hudson Daniel Davis

2009-03-08T13:29:00.005-06:00

Praise God! Hudson is here...

Dana began active labor Thursday night and delivered the little guy Friday morning at 6:48 am. 6 lbs 15 oz and 20.25 in long. He's healthy and eating well. Take a look at the pictures. It happened so fast that I didn't have time to really keep everyone posted so I'm going to update as I can. Hope you all are doing well. Send us a comment or email so we can keep in touch.

Love you all, and thanks for praying for us. God has blessed us in so many ways with a supportive family and friends. Talk to you soon...

Love,

D and D

Welcome to our World

2008-03-18T16:20:00.002-06:00

Dana and I have decided that now is the time to enter the blogging world. With our baby boy on the way, we think it will be much easier to communicate with friends and family and let them know what is going on in daily life. So, let's begin!