It's Been A While!

Boy, it's been a while since I've updated. Not that I meant to neglect the blog, I guess I've just been really busy and such.

Talon is doing great! He is about 5 1/2 months old now. He weighed 12 pounds 8 ounces at his last weigh on February 10th! We are very proud of him. I am a proud momma! Oh, and he has said his first word and would you believe it is mama? Man, makes my heart melt! He can sit semi-assisted for the longest time, and for about 30-45 seconds alone. He rolls all over the place, its crazy! And he scoots. He's teething really bad and he has almost two through! You can see them, the white tips. Its unreal really, at how fast he grows and developes!

We feed solids once a day. He loves peaches, they are his favorite. And he likes pears, carrots, sqaush and sweat potatoes. He tolerates applesauce and bananas. He hates green beans and peas, but I will keep trying them. It's so cute to see him enjoy his food. He was eating about half of a size 1 jar and now, (today actually) he ate a whole size 1 jar! He is just doing so good, it makes me so happy!

He sleeps well, most nights. He has had a few issues here and there. One, the great and loving 4 month marker of "lets not sleep" that happens. Two, the occasional issues with teething. But for the most part he sleeps about 6-7 hours, wakes to eat and then goes down another 3-4 hours, depending. It's nice to get some sleep. The hard part is that I don't take the chance to sleep when he does. But that's going to change. I am making a point to go to bed earlier.

3 Months Old! [Pic Heavy]

Yesterday Talon turned 3 months old! As I've said before, where has the time gone?! Yesterday evening I was holding him and looking at him, just thinking wow it's been three months. I glanced at the clock and it was roughly the same time I had first held him, 7 PM, just three months prior. As I was thinking back to that day, and just grateful for him, the tears fell from my eyes. He smiled. My heart melted a million times over. He is truly a blessing in our life. I am amazed that it's been three months. Though I've really enjoyed the three months we've had together, I can't wait to share the next 9 months until he turns one. I want time to slow down though. It goes so fast. He grows so fast. It amazes me how he has touched my life. What a perfect little boy he is too. Ah, I'm truly in love with him. Each day that love grows more and more, yet I wonder how that is possible. I love him with every beat of my heart, fully and completely, yet it does grow.

Here are the three month pictures I took of him... he has such the personality!

These were cute because I was playing with the mode on the camera to capture the lights on the tree...the mode shoots a few flashes and it totally caught him off gaurd and he did the deer in headlights look. I had to share these! They are so cute! LOL







I just love him to death!!
And what is Christmas without and adorable Santa Baby?! These were taken a few nights ago when he was in an adorable mood (he usually is btw!) and I was changing him getting him ready for bed. Decided to put the Santa hat on him and he was definitely enjoying the attention! I loved the pictures! I only wish I had captured them earlier so I could have done one of them for a Christmas card! Maybe next year though! LOL Here's the cutest lil Santa baby alive!

Talon's Yummy Cereal!

Ok, so I have two blog posts to post tonight. Only because I did try to post this one a few nights ago but it didn't save. Then I had net issues... but it is a cute and important post to share, so I must add it to my blog!

Talon had his first cereal! Monday, December 8th 2008. He was a trooper and did AMAZING. He absolutely loved it and I am so proud of him! He is growing up fast, and it makes me sad but it also makes me happy that he is doing so very well!

Here are the photos of him and his yummy cereal!

Amazing Day!! [12/3/08]

Today was a very exciting and happy day for us. We had our court appearance for the interloculatory decree of adoption! I know, most people don't know what that means because I didn't at first either. lol But, it is our order for the adoption. Wyoming has a 6 months statue before the adoption can be completely finalized, and this is the step before that. The judge also signed the final decree as well, however that can't be consented and submitted until the statue period is up, which will be in March. And that will be done with just a simple phone call! We've known all along that he is ours and we have no worries, however it's nice that the steps are being taken. Here soon we'll have (3 months roughly) a birth certificate with his name on it stating that my husband and I are his parents. How exciting that'll be!

Our certified copy of todays decree has a statement at the end that just completely made me cry when it was read. It states "It is, therefore ordered, adjudged and decreed that the petitioners, Kimberly Louise MYLASTNAME and Kenneth Robert HISLASTNAME Jr, should be and they hereby are awarded teh care, custody and control of said minor child" It was just completely emotional for me and holding Talon in my arms at the moment when it was read, I just felt so complete.

A day we have waited for to come for many years, came. And though he was always ours in our heart even before he was born, it was confirmed today that he is ours in the eyes of the law. Which, though its not 100% final, it is upholding.

I am sad that I didn't get any photos of today. When I went to take the camera out I was notified that no digital devices were allowed in the court room, including cameras. If we decide to have another appearance (we don't have to appear) then our attorney can request the slot time for "media time" which is where basically we pay the judge to spend 15 minutes for pictures. I have NO idea why it's done like that here, but that's the way it goes. LOL It sucks, I was so sad...but, we did take a few pictures today in general and I can still make the scrapbook memory. LOL

Now I am thinking of having a celebration party. We never had a baby shower for him or even a Sip N See like I wanted to do. So, maybe this would be good. People can come and celebrate our happiness. It might be fun to do!

3 AM

It's 3 AM and I should be sleeping because the wee one is. However, he will be waking within the next 45 minutes and I am taking a small break. A little me time if you will.

The hardest part about being a parent, especially a mommy, is the complete change it takes on your life. For me it has been more than I imagined but ever so worth it. For the longest time I was always focused on me first. My husband second. And it was always a nice balance that suited me at the time. However, now and for the past five weeks (Can you believe it has been that long?!) it has been about Talon. He is first and for most important in my life. It's amazing to me just how much I love him. Being a mommy to a newborn (Can I still use that term for him??) changes a lot. I sit and think back on things that just a month and a half ago were completely different. I wouldn't give up what I have now though. He's completely worth every bit of lack of sleep, forgetting to eat, slightly stinky in need of a shower, can't do this or that yet type of stuff.

Anywho, today my MIL and SIL will be arriving from Fort Myers, Florida. This will be there first official and in person meeting of Mr. Man. I'm extremely excited for them to meet him and get to see just how precious and perfect he is. How he completes are life with no questions asked. How he will bring such happiness and joy to their lives and such amazing smiles to their faces. I've waited for this for a long time. If only FIL were here... I know he is in spirit and we miss him dearly. I just truly wish our dream had came true when he was still alive, but unfortunately life doesn't always happen the way we plan things. I've been working hard to get the home in order for our guests. Its taken some time and hard work. It seems that as soon as I'd get started on something, anything, Talon would wake up and want or need attention. Isn't it funny how they do that? And yes, they truly do it... Before, I always thought that was more of a myth or what not but it's not. As crazy as it sounds, it does happen. LOL But, happily our home looks welcoming and cozy. It's definitely sporting the "baby lives here" vibe but we welcome that! We've waited so very long for that! In our living room we have his swing, his elevated bouncer/rocker, a regular bouncer and not to mention diapers/wipes and what not. Because I am one of those parents that don't change their child on a changing table or in a "certain" room. I change him where it's convient and easiest... and my friends, that is typically on the leg portion of the recliner in the section... lol. Hey, it works for now. So granted there are a few small last minute touches to do, we are ready completely for our visitors and I can't wait! They will be departing the 28th of October and I'm sad about that. It's not nearly enough time... but we'll take what we can get.

I'm not sure if I will get any sleep before they arrive... I need energy and sleeping in small spurts seems to wear me out. However, tonight my MIL is going to be a blessing and take care of Talon while the hubby and I rest completely comfortable...together... in our bed... for a FULL nights sleep! What an awesome thing to look forward for! LOL

Oh, Thursday the 23rd, we'll be celebrating our 7th wedding anniversary! Hey, what can I say... I love that guy!

Growing

On Friday Talon had an appointment. He weighs 5 pounds 12 ounces and is 18 1/2 inches long. What wonderful growth for him! The nurse was glad that he's grown well in his almost month of life. I was happy to hear that he's gained a pound in 4 weeks! Definitely makes me feel better about his eating habits and what not. We do demand feeding and so I was nervous when at times he'd only eat 2 ounces and go 4 hours before eating more. But now I am not as concerned. I'm proud of my little guy too. He is doing great.

I can't believe that he's been with us for four weeks. The time has flown by and though I've enjoyed it for the most part it's just GONE fast. I don't remember everything like I was hoping to remember. I've noticed the changes in him and that makes me sad. Of course I know that with time he will change and develope. I know it's normal and I am excited to see that happen, however I am sad too. I guess that's how a mother feels. It's one of those situations where you love it and hate it at the same time. I'm sure I'll feel this way through out the weeks and months, well even years.

I'm amazed that we're parents. I knew this would happen for us one day but it's still sureal that it's happened for us already. Eight months ago we found out about BM's pregnancy and that we'd be parents. In those eight months we prepared as well as we could to be parents, but nothing prepares you for the feelings that truly do come with it. It's amazing how it just happens. How you love someone so very much and that it's a completely unconditional love. I'd die for him, in a heart beat. That's a true feeling of a mother.

It's amazing to me. I'm a mother.

Introduction

Hello everyone,

Either you've stumbled across this blog or you were directed here, either way, welcome.

My name is Kim aka Kimmy. I'm a 28 year old wife to my wonderful and loving husband Kenny, 31, approaching our 7th year of marriage too! We reside in Casper, Wyoming and have lived here since early 2004. I live a pretty simple but happy life. Our biggest dream finally came true on September 13th 2008. Our son, Talon Kenneth, was born. After a long struggle to become a family we were blessed with a healthy, beautiful little boy. He entered our lives through adoption from a selfless act a friend of ours was willing to do. She gave us our blessing and we are forever thankful to her and God.

Kenny is a sales associate at our local Sears. He works in the electronics department and he loves his job. He's good at what he does, if I say so myself. He's been in sales of electronics for about 8 years now. I guess it's right up his alley and what his "knack" is. When he isn't at work or sleeping, he enjoys playing video games, watching tv and anime and spending time with the family. He is an amazing father. It melts my heart to see him with Talon and I just know that as time goes on they'll form a strong bond and he will continue to be a great father to our son.

I do childcare. I always have and most likely always will. People say I have a calling for it... that it's what I was meant to do and maybe that's right. I just truly feel connected to kids I guess and I want to offer at least those I can watch a safe place. I know that there are a lot of "not so nice" people out there watching children and it breaks my heart. So, I always try to be able to help a child or two or three with safe, loving care. I currently watch a 4 year old boy. He has been a part of our life since he was a little baby. I've taken care of him for a very long time. It's more like family than anything. He's here often because his mom is a single mother who works many hours a week and struggles to make it. We can offer him a safe and happy place and she knows that he'll always been safe with us. It just fits. Right now though I am truly enjoying life with my son and taking care of him. It's been the best (and most tiring?) three weeks of my life and I can't wait to see how the next weeks, months and years go. When Talon is in school full time I want to go to school as well. I'd like to become a nurse, more specifically a midwife.

Talon Kenneth is the little boy that stole our hearts. He was born on September 13th 2008 @ 6:33 PM. He weighed 4 pounds 12 ounces and was 17 inches long. Tiny but extremely healthy. With his first cry, I gave my heart 100%. He means everything to us and we just adore him. What a perfect, handsome little blessing he is.

Here's a picture of my precious baby boy...