So photogenic, don't you think?

Maybe it's just me, but Garrett has these amazing eyes. They seem to look into your soul and melt you until all that's left is a puddle of mush. It's these looks that make me want to quit working and stay home with him. And those rosy cheeks are just begging me to kiss them all day! What am I going to do when he gets older and other girls want to kiss those cheeks too? And I thought having a boy would be easier somehow...

At the hospital with Daddy

This is the day of Doug's kidney transplant (4-16-07). He wanted to see Garrett one more time before the surgery, so my mom and I got up really early to get to the hospital by 6am. Doug was SOOOO happy to see him and it's evident on his face how much he loves his little boy!

I got Garrett all dressed up in camouflage for the big day (Daddy's favorite!)

Our most recent family photo.

Rolie Polie!

Garrett has learned a couple new things in the last week. On Tuesday April 17th, Garrett learned how to roll onto his side from his back, and on Saturday April 21st, he learned how to roll from his stomach to his back! Both Daddy and I were watching for this second roll, and I was so excited! He's already trying to get himself onto his stomach from his side, but his arm gets in the way, so I think it might be a while before he gets this one. Garrett has also learned how to blow raspberries. He sticks his tongue out and starts blowing spit all over. By the time he's done, his whole chin is covered in drool. He's such a happy boy most of the time. He always smiles when Doug and I walk into the room, and he's laughing so much more now! It'll only get better from here!

Doug's surgery update...

I know that this blog is for Garrett, but as you all know, today was the day that Doug got a new kidney from his mother. Surgery went well. Mom's surgery started around 8am this morning and Doug's started after 9am. The Doctor's said that everything went well and there were no complications during surgery. They are both resting comfortably now, and both experiencing abdominal soreness. Tomorrow, Doug is expected to be walking around, and Mom will probably we wheeled over to visit him. Please keep them both in your prayers for fast recoveries and no kidney rejection. If you want to get more updates, go to:
caringbridge.org/visit/dougdegraaf
This is a website that Doug's sister set up for family and friends to get information and updates about the surgery and recoveries. Thanks to all for your thoughts and prayers at this time.

Krysia

Tummy Time

Garrett had tummy time on my Boppy pillow. He usually likes to prop himself way up so that he can see up high. But this time I think he was getting a little sleepy because he just laid there looking at me with this face. So adorable!

Naked Boy Time!

After baths, I wrap him up in this towel robe and he looks so cuddly!






Hey, Grandpa G! I think he's getting ready for a Harley!

Thursday night, I decided that Garrett needed a quick bath. He doesn't love his baths, but he likes them. His favorite part is getting undressed. When I pull on his sleeves so that his arms slide out, he laughs, smiles, and giggles every time! He's so cute naked!

Oh, the fun we have on Mommy's day off!

This last Wednesday, I was so excited to have the whole day to spend with my little boy! In between naps, we played and laughed, read books, watched TV, and even learned about mirrors! Garrett was on the floor and I was sitting behind him on the love seat. He saw me in the mirror on his Kick 'n Crawl Aquarium and watched me make faces at him!