the searbys

Wow, we've been busy! Evan had his first outing on Thursday. We went to the pediatrician and had his first check up and his circumcision. Then we went to McDonalds for lunch. Circumcision and McDonalds - the true American outing huh? Guess we could've thought of something more exciting for his first time out of the house but that's just how it worked. Actually he did great. He has only been fussy when we change his diaper. What's even better, he slept six hours last night! Of course he's a little piggy during the day and eats a lot but it works out well that he can sleep at night. So far he's a really well-tempered baby. He's generally sweet and alert when he's awake and seems to only cry when there's a real need like diaper change or hunger. Of course, what do I know, I'm a first time daddy.

This weekend we've had all the grandmas and grandpas here. They've been loving on Evan and we've been enjoying their company too. Have you ever experienced all the grandparents in one house? You keep hearing the words grandpa and grandma and you're not sure who anyone is talking to or about. Then there's the whole question of what to call everyone. You know, some kids develop a pet name for their grandparents. I guess I'm a strict constructionist (look it up if you don't know what I mean) and believe we should stick to grand-blank along with last name until the child is able to call them what he or she wants. If a pet name develops fine. If not, fine. It's funny to try to keep everyone straight though!

Today Grandma Searby helped us decorate and we got the guest room pretty well squared away. It looks great, thanks Grandma Searby! Grandpa Searby played babysitter and Grandma and Grandpa Raymer went for a road trip to Cedar Key and Manattee Springs State Park. Apparently they went to Cedar Key twice travelling by a "scenic loop." You'll have to ask them how that happened. They're all leaving early next week but it sure has been nice to have them around for help and company.

-joel

Here's some pictures.

Grandma and Grandpa Raymer are still having lots of fun!

Here's Grandpa Searby "babysitting" and teaching Evan about college football.

ahhh, hi fam! sounds like you guys have a full house! i hope you enjoy them and maybe even have some time to yourselves while they babysit, though i know evan needs jen a lot these days. tell linda and mark i say hello!
shauna  

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Joel & Jen,
Congrats! Ashley and I have been checking back regularly to see Evan as he changes from day to day. It's good to see Mark. Tell him we said hello.

-Matt  

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Great Grandpa B here
Evan was overdue,so i think in a few years you will say,,,,,
Nunca llega a lahora,
now lol ok  

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