Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was good for us this year. We are thankful for so many things; family and friends. Being together once again and for Kaiden. Kaiden is the number one thing Mike & I are truely thankful for. We love him to death!!

My sister Lydia sent Kaiden this adorable onesie. It was for thanksgiving so he wore it all day long. Here he is wearing it...

We had a few friends over. It was a really good time! Oh, before I forget. I took a video of Kaiden and asked him what he was thankful for... well, you'll just have to watch the video....

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

Much Big News

As you may know Mike reenlisted for three more years. We had been talking about it for months; before deployment. So while Mike was on deployment he took action and re-upped his contract.

Not only did Mike reenlisted this deployment, he also took his 2nd class exam (to become an E5). This morning while I was still sleeping (Kaiden was generous enough to let me sleep till about 730), Mike texted me and this is what he said "Hey baby good morning. I love you. And I made 2nd class. The results from the test came out today." Well, there you go... Mike made 2nd class!! I'm excited for him and very proud of him.

Two Month Check-Up

Nov. 10th

Kaiden had his 2 month old check-up. He was a very good boy. Until they gave him him 4 shots in his little baby legs and one oral shot. He took those like a champ - cried until I picked him up. His been doing good. He has been sleeping a lot more, eats maybe 5 times a day and had a little fever, but he is all better now. For his age group his a big boy; that's what his doctor said. His bigger then 90% of boys his age. His weight & height are evenly proportioned. So our baby is very healthy!!

Weight: 13lbs 15oz and Height: 24inches.

Kaiden & his Daddy

Mike & Kaiden have been bounding these last few days. Its like they have known each other since Kaiden was born. I think Kaiden just know who's his Daddy. While Mike was over seas and had a chance to call me I would get all happy. So Kaiden knows that if Mommy gets happy when she hears daddy's voice. Then Daddy must be a good guy!!

Mike is crazy about the little man. He holds him none stop - always kissing and hugging him. I'm very thankful that Mike is home. And is doing a great job with the little man.

Here are a few photos of them together. Tag lines are at the bottom of the photos.

Mike getting some kisses from Kaiden.

Kaiden & Daddy standing for a nice little pose.

Mike sharing his love for the out doors with the little man.

Kaiden slept the entire time - lol.

Peleliu Home Coming

Kaiden, Eli & I arrive on base at 730 in the morning. The Peleliu was pulling into port at 9. We had to be early, since we were VIP - lol. Mike called me from Point Loma. That's about an hour from their pier. After we got off the phone it started to rain. Didn't stop raining till we got home. To top that off Mike stood on top of the ship - manning the rails. So He was drenched!! But it was still nice to see him getting off that ship. Well here are a few photos. Kaiden is ready to meet his Daddy. His in his little sailors outfit.

I'm just trying to keep myself warm.Mindy, Jess & I are just hanging out by my car. Kaiden was sleeping in his car seat - keeping warm!Eli & I making faces while hiding from the rain, under an umbrella. My favorite part!! Mike was 1 of 10 new Daddy's - they got off the ship first.

All us new Mommy's were very happy and excited about that.

We were in a hurry to get out of there, so we were not very social with anyone.

Kaiden Trick or Treating

Kaiden's First Halloween

My First Halloween

Ahhh, be afraid!!

Kaiden was a little skelleton for Halloween

Briana & Kaiden bonding.

Kaiden chilling next to Eli's pumpkin.

Becca was Tom Cruise off of Risky Business

Eli was the mafia.
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Trick of Treat

at
Andrea's House
Baby Food:

Peas
Sweet Potatoes

This is Eli's pumkin all lit up!!

Kaiden's First Autum

Because Kaiden is to small to crave a pumpkin, I decided to just take photos of him dressed up, sitting with his two little pumpkins. Hope you enjoy!

That pumpkin is all mine!!

Haha, he looks a little scared & confused... ^_^

He was really smiling here. I was like "Kaiden, smile for Mommy" and he did; I was all excited!!

I don't think so Mommy.

I love this photo... Kaiden looks so much like Mike.

Look at those beautiful blue-grey eyes!

Kaiden loves his tummy time...

Wrist, my favorite!

I hope you enjoyed these photos. Kaiden is becoming a big boy. He'll be 2 months old in 7 days. Kaiden is full on expressions, grunts and attitude. He's a good boy. He now goes to sleep at 830 at night and wakes up at 2, 6 and 9 in the morning. He naps when he wants to. He smile, plays & grunts all the time. He sometimes laughs. The first time he laughed with a little bit of noise was 3 days ago. I was excited. I love being a Mommy, nothing compares to it.

Parent's Summer Visit

My parents came to visit this summer. At different times!

Mom's Visit ~ Aug. 18 - Oct. 8: My Mom was here before Kaiden was born. She came to help out and make my life a little easier. Mike and I are very thankful for her visit. Mike hopes to see Mom next time she comes to visit. For the 2 months that Mom was here. We sat at my house and talked. My Mom cooked a lot of the time, made an afghan, cross stitched some bids and made a baby blanket. Seeing her 2nd grandchild made her very happy. It was great having my Mom around. I miss her!

Grandma & Kaiden

Dad's Visit ~ Oct. 13 - Oct. 20: My Dad came to visit for a week. It was a fun week! Kaiden & Dad bounded every day on their morning walks. Mike and I are happy that he got the chance to stop in San Diego for a little while. Mike was a little disappointed that he wasn't here for Dad's visit. Mike & I plan on teaching Kaiden Spanish, so my Dad is known as Abuelito to Kaiden. Which is Grandpa in Spanish. My Dad was great with Kaiden. He was a big help to me. I'm very thankful and I miss him.

Abuelito & Kaiden

Happy To Fussy

One Month & 15 Days: Kaiden practises sitting up at least ones a day. He likes looking around and staring at things. His very alert! If you say his name to get his attention, he'll look in your direction. Well, these photos were taken yesterday afternoon. When Kaiden has had enough of one thing he'll start fussing and crying. So I thought I would share these few photos with you all. Hope you enjoy!

HAPPY BABY

THANKING ABOUT GETTING FUSSY
NOT SO HAPPYLETTING OUT A FUSSY GRUNT
BABY CRYING... SO NOT HAPPY