Home Sweet Home (for a little while)

July 10, 2009







We arrived home and boy was I ready to sleep in my own bed. I got to show Noah off and we both got a much needed hug from Daddy. One of our workers told me that I looked younger after having the baby. That is always good to hear. Rodgers got to hold the baby and I honestly think he was a little scared. Jaffery came to welcome Noah and wanted to trade his youngest for Noah. Just for a little while. I opted to keep our little one.

AEROplane Ride

July 10, 2009








Noah did great on his first flight. It was a Cessna Caravan. We had to wait to join Dad at home until they flew the big plane up. The 5 seater is to loud for Noah's ears. I have to say I had a bottle ready, in case the pressure hurt his little ears. But he slept right through it. At 13,000 feet, I got to nap a little and as soon as I knew it we landed and David and Daddy were waiting. David did take my seat and fly back to board a plane home.

Check um ups

July 9, 2009





We went to the Dr.s again today. Noah has no more Thrush, and has gained up to 4.3 kilos, (9 1/2 lbs). He is eating a lot and boy am I exhausted from all the feedings. Here is a picture of my little boy with his fattening legs. I am proud he is getting a little chunky.

Packing up

July, 5 2009

We are working on restocking and getting ready for visitors up North. We got the offical date that we are leaving Africa in August and will be winding down. We went to church this morning and then went shopping for groceries to take back up. Drew and David are driving up on Monday and Noah and I will fly up on Friday. Noah has started smiling as a response to your smile. He is just growing up too fast.

Happy 4th

July, 4 2009





We were invited to a cookout for the 4th. We grilled burgers and ate with other Americans. It was neat to hear where everyone was from. We even had another fellow southern sitting next to us. From Arkansas.

1 Month Old

July 3, 2009







It is hard to believe that our son is 1 month old. It seems like yesterday that we were meeting him for the first time. I look back now and he has changed so much. And developed his own little personality. He is about got the holding his head thing down. And he certainly is sleeping through the night much better. On average about 5-6 hours at a time. He is now 9lbs. And has even grown out of some of his newborn clothes.

Drew and David went on safari today while I stayed home and caught up on sleep. Noah actually let me nap for most of the morning. Then he had fun in the bath. He is liking it more and more everytime. After letting the guys rest we went grocery shopping and ate out.

Lots to do

July 2, 2009

This is our little one bundled up. It is the coldest month here in July.


We went and were able to pick up Noah's passport today, that and his certificate of Birth Abroad. We are now able to bring him back in the states. Whew!!!!!!!


It was so funny when Drew put this Rice Krispies treat wrapper in his hand. He loved the color and the noise was entertaining. One of his hands has finally found the other. He grasps them together all the time now. Especially when he is sleeping.


My little cuddle bug.

Talisman

July 1, 2009






It is hard to think that Noah is 4 weeks old. We went to a fun place to eat lunch and say farewell to some friends who are moving. It was a good time to catch up and hear what everyone has been up to.

Dae Dae Arrives

June 30, 2009




We were happy to welcome David to Africa. We have been showing him around the city and letting him get back on a semi normal sleeping pattern.

Little Nuhu

June 29, 2009








We learned today that Nuhu is Noah in Swahili. It will be a cute nickname for him. Here are a couple of new pics of him. We like them.

Noah and Zubeda

June 29, 2009






We went to see our friend Fatima. For Noah to meet Zubeda. They both cried when they met each other. Zubeda is now 3 months old. And I can not believe that Noah will be 1 month old on Friday. Zubeda has this really cool hammock thing. It is kinda like the swing we have. Then we got to see Meheq when she got home from school.

Happy Birthday Drew!!!!!

June 28, 2009

Happy Birthday Drew and David, we are so excited to see Papaw Dae Dae soon.






Only 27 years. I made pancakes this morning for Drew's Birthday. We spent the day taking naps as Noah was asleep. Then we went to a movie. Transformers 2. It was packed, LOUD, but Noah did great in the theater. Drew liked the movie. Afterwards we went to our fav place for pizza and splurged for raspberry cheesecake.

2nd Ped Visit

June 27, 2009

I am so blessed to have these wonderful guys in my life.





My sweet boys.



We had our 2nd Ped visit today. Noah has been doing well and actually sleeping a little better at night for 4 to 4 1/2 hours stretches. He was a little gassy one night and reminded Drew and I how lucky we are on the nights he actually does sleep for long periods. At the Dr.s office we learned that Noah has Thrush, in his mouth. So we got some drops to clear that up. It sometimes happens with breastfeeding. He also has baby acne. Another thing that is passed from my hormones through milk to him. It will clear up with time. Dr. Bashir said Noah was eating well and had gained weight to put him at 3.9 kilos (8 1/2lbs.) His head has grown to 38 1/2cm. And he is gaining about 20 gm a day. All in all a healthy boy.

Kenyan Friends

June 26, 2009







We spent the day visiting with friends.

Lil' Reb

June 25, 2009








We had to take some photos of Noah is his Ole Miss stuff. He has the cutest socks, pacifier and clip, and jersey shirt. It is a little big, but he just needs his shoulder pads underneath. We are excited to see some games this fall. And take Noah along.