A New Decade

Wow- Can't believe it is another decade! Can't believe Braxton is already 1 month old! Parents always declare that time flies and babies and kids grow too quickly- now I understand. Braxton has already changed so much. He is making eye contact with us, smiling at us, enjoying his bath time more, and sleeping up to 4.5 hours at night. Once he hit the 4 week milestone, we ventured out of the house. His first outing was Target then the next day it was on to bigger and better- the Galleria :). He even accompanied us to the new neighbors house for a New Years Eve cocktail and made an appearance at the Collins' annual New Years Day party. He did great and it gave me more confidence getting him out and about. I figure he needs to get used to being on the go since his mom and dad always are.

We are so looking forward to watching him grow this year! We have some other excitement for the upcoming year as well- a new niece or nephew on the way and two new second cousins. MJ and Jeff are expecting at the end of June. The new little Childress and Braxton will only be 6 months apart- they will be the closest of friends! We are so very excited for them. They are wonderful parents and Ajalee will make a great big sister. My cousin found out she is also having a little boy, due this summer as well. Christmas at the McFarlands next year will be too fun! Brian's cousin is also expecting in April. Braxton will have many playmates in the family.