The past 2 weeks as a family of four

Here's a post to catch everyone up on what's been going on with our expanded family.

Here is Baby Reed's first trip home.
Aunt Wendy and Baby Reed.
The Blackman boys and their Batman shirts. I'm pretty sure that Baby Reed will be a super hero too.

Daddy and his expanding entourage.

Baby Reed's first swing.

Baby Reed's first bath.

Little froggie survived his bath, though he wasn't very happy.

Getting Ready for Christmas, Santa Baby!

First nap in the bassinet.

Lots of sweet kisses from Mommy.

Green Lantern brought special rings for Dad and I. Being a big brother has it's benefits. Thanks Green Lantern.

First car ride with the whole family. Notice the blue Green Lantern ring in hand.

First breakfast out at Bayley's Cafe.

Playing with Pop Pop.

Being silly.

Playing Green Lantern rings with Dad.

Cool dudes and their cool rings.

Eating Batman pancakes. Hanging with Mom and Baby Reed.

Baking cookies and getting ready to wrap presents.

Getting the cookies all ready for the oven.

All done cooking and ready for a taste test.....they were delicious.

Helping Grammie wrap presents to donate to kids in need.

Reed being lazy while I cook and wrap presents.

First stroller ride. Can you find Rusty, he was walking with us too.

We made it about three houses and my power wheel ran out of juice, so we turned around. I helped push Baby Reed home.

Reed's first unofficial birthday....he's the big one week old.

Reed's first time in his crib for a nap.

Reed's first time in his crib swaddled for night time.

Smiles for Baby Reed.

Decorating for Christmas.

Putting the first ornament on the tree.

I found Mom's santa hat.

Reading the first Christmas story of the season.

Putting up the elf decorations.

Daddy and I went to the comic book store to buy our matching Green Lantern rings...that way Reed and Mom can have our blue and orange rings.

Yeah, everyone has a ring now.

Mom went to Susan and David's engagement party and Dad had his first full night of watching Reed and I. We all survived though I think Dad was pretty tired.

Walking around the neighborhood collecting leaves. I love Fall.
Racing Dad back to the house.
Sleepy Reed.
Sweet smiles from Dad and Reed.

Whoa, that's a lot of memories in just two weeks. We love having you home with us Reed. Happy two week birthday!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

We have a lot to be thankful for in my house. Baby Reed is here safe and sound. Everyone is healthy and happy. And we have a couple extra days off to enjoy the Thanksgiving holidays. We are headed to Plano to spend the day with Sharon, Jim and their family. We sure are thankful that they invited us for the holidays. I'm not sure Mom or Dad had the energy to cook for Thanksgiving.

Me on Thanksgiving.
Baby Reed and Dad on Thanksgiving.

I'm thankful for fun times with family....like this morning at Thanksgiving breakfast at La Madeleine. Dad and I had a tickle fight. It was tons of fun, but I think Mom was a little embarrassed by her silly boys.

Watching the Cowboys game and playing with toys. What a great Thanksgiving!!
Even Dad and Reed were enjoying the game....though Dad was more excited about the Broncos game.

A Change of Plans

So Mom hasn't been feeling the best for about 9 months now, but today was a little different. I woke up and was playing in my room, when there was a loud crash. We aren't exactly sure what happened (ok, I know what happened but I take the fifth and choose not to incriminate myself), but somehow my Justice League framed poster came crashing down off my wall. Mom and Dad ran to my room to make sure I was ok, which I was. So, I'm not sure if this event is what caused it, but next thing you know Mom and Dad are getting ready for the hospital and Ms. Lissa is coming over to take care of me. I just thought they got their days confused, as Baby Reed wasn't scheduled to come until Monday. None of the hustle and bustle phased me as I was busy watching "Up" in Mom and Dad's room. Next thing you know Aunt Woo Woo arrives from Austin and I find out I'm a Big Brother.

I don't think I knew what type of responsibility the title Big Brother takes on until I got to meet Baby Reed. I have a lot of work to do with that kid. All he does is eat, sleep and snuggle. That means I need to teach him everything else, like walking, talking, playing Batman castle, jumping from the couch and wrestling. Man, this is going to take some time. I must admit that I sure do love the little guy and can't wait to get him home so we can be a complete family. Special thanks to Ms. Lissa for watching me on last minute notice and Woo Woo, Grammie and Pop Pop for coming up to take care of me.

Here's Mommy at the hospital. She was in lots of pain, but I think she still looks pretty great. You can see Baby Reed's heartbeat on the top and Mommy's contractions on the bottom. Dad's lucky the line went back down when he was taking pictures, otherwise I don't think Mommy would have let him stick around. (Please note, how many times the line is off the charts....Mommy sure is brave as they didn't give her any pain meds until surgery time.)
And here he is, Baby Reed, all 8 pounds 12 ounces of him. Thanks to the great Dr. for delivering him. Reed's almost too big for her to hold.Here's my not so little brother's stats. He was born at 11:31 am on November 15, 2009 and weighted in at a hefty 8 lbs 12 ounces and measured 21 inches long.
Baby Reed all cleaned up and snuggly.

Chillin' in the nursery. Needless to say he looked huge next to the 3 pound baby born the same day.

Hanging out with Mommy.

First time I officially met Reed. I was super gentle, and potentially more excited to explore the hospital.

Mommy gave me one of her popsicles. It was grape and delicious. Apparently, being a big brother has it's benefits.

Talking to Reed.

Close up of the baby. Yep, you will make a good Robin to my Batman.