Finally FOOD!!! (11/2/08)

Mommy and Daddy finally fed me that great stuff called Rice cereal. I really enjoyed it but must say it was not very tasty, but rather quite bland. Mommy and Daddy have been feeding this to me at least once a day and hopefully start twice a-day soon. I tried and succeeded in taking the spoon from Mommy as I thought I could feed myself.

This picture says it all, don't you think?

Yes Daddy put me in the Pumpkin

Please visit the webpage for more Halloween photos.

Pumpkin Patch

Wow, I got to go to two pumpkin patches over the weekend. I really like these bright orange things they call pumpkins. We were on our way home from Amber's surprise party at Fairyland in Oakland and saw these large pumpkins off the freeway. We found our way back and bought a couple large pumpkins that Daddy is going to cut open large enough to place me into for pictures. This should be really cute. On Sunday, we went to BJ's for lunch and Dell Osso Farms in Lathrop with my friend Kaitlyn. They had games, a play area, food, hay rides, mining and of course the famous corn maze. We bought a couple more pumpkins there and enjoyed our time there. After a fun filed weekend and day in the sun, we went to Kaitlyn's house for a yummy dinner and dessert. Finally, after all of this, I went home and ate again, took a bath and went to bed. This was yet another busy weekend.

Daddy Made it!!!

Well well, Daddy made it though his 1st weekend with both kids by himself. Mommy decided to go scrapbooking for the weekend in Sonora with a bunch of women to get some things done. We had a busy few days and had a lot of fun. It started with me taking a nap after Mommy left which allowed for Daddy to get a few things done. After I woke up, we had to pick brother up from school and then get ready for a soccer game. Brother and team won the game and brother was the goalie. While defending the goal, he caught and kicked the ball over half way down the field. After the game we went to dinner at, of course, La Villa which I slept through. I did very well for Daddy through the night and played alarm clock for brother and Daddy on Friday morning. I woke up hungry and Daddy fed me until brother got ready for school. Grandpa came over to watch me while Daddy walked brother to school. After brother got out of school Grandpa, brother, Daddy and myself drove to Sonora to visit and have dinner with Mommy. This was a nice visit and I had a great BIG smile when I saw Mommy and boy was I hungry. After dinner we went to the Best Western hotel and called it a night. On Saturday morning, we went to breakfast and then to visit Mommy again. Once with Mommy we (family and Shawnna) went with to my 1st pumpkin patch and apple farm, while Grandpa went to the casino. Boy was that fun with the exception of the rain. Daddy did a good job keeping me dry for the most part. After we were all done, it was time to head home to attend a birthday party. We had a safe trip home and the birthday party was great. Everyone wanted to hold me until I started to cry as I was hungry. After the party we went home and called it a night. On Sunday, we just hung around the house and Daddy watched Nascar and football while he fed me. During the football game Daddy and I fell asleep and Mommy came in quietly. When she saw us sleeping, she took a photo to show we were wore out. Overall this was a great weekend and Daddy thought it was going to be harder than it really was. He now has a better understanding of how Mommy feels everyday. After all of this, Daddy is ready and willing to do it again anytime. Love, Addie (Daddy)

Dedication

On Sunday September 21st, Addison was dedicated by Pastor Tom Burgos of Calistoga, California. Pastor Tom was the same Pastor that married Char and I. What a beautiful day and ceremony it was with very close friends and family. We had the ceremony performed her at the house and had food and beverages for all. The God Parents are Uncle Scott and Auntie Krissy which will both be great for Addison.

Finding her feet

Well little Miss Addison finally discovered her feet. While getting ready for Brandon's birthday party on September 14th, Addison decided to grab a hold of her foot and smile all while holding it in the air with a tight grip. Later in the day we say her grabbing her little feet yet again. We must say it was the cutest things ever. She seemed so very happy.

Viva Las Vegas

At 11 weeks old Addie has made her first successful trip to Las Vegas. Yes we made the trip in the heat of the summer, but then again not much different than Tracy. It was between 104-112 degrees and thank goodness for air conditioning. So on Sunday morning the whole (Phil, Charlotte, Brandon, Terry and Addison) family packed up into the car and headed on the 10 hour journey. There were many stops, but over all Addison and Brandon did amazingly well for such a long trip. On Monday morning, we picked up Krissy to join us for the fun adventures in Las Vegas. The entire family had an amazing time and say and did many things while in Vegas. Phil and Charlotte also incorporated an anniversary evening out.

Napa County Fair

This (August 12) weekend we went to the Napa County Fair which Addie stayed awake and was watching everything that was going on. Nana, Papa, Cousin Brittany, Uncle Kevin, Big Brother, Mommy and of course Daddy were taking me all over the place. We watched two hypnosis shows, saw the animals and finally went to the rides and games. While Mommy, Daddy, and Uncle took Cousin and Brother to the rides, Nana and Papa took me around and was enjoying the time spent together.

Doctor Visit Update

Well the two month shots have come and gone with many tears. Mommy, Addie, Big brother and Grandpa made it through the grueling visit with three (two in 1 leg and one in the other) shots in the legs and an oral dose. She also had measurments taken. She is now a wopping 24" long and weighs 12 lbs 2 ounces.

2 Month's old

Well well, time is sure flying. Addison is now 2 months old and has really started to grow and expand her activities. She is now looking around and seeing movement and able to keep up with slow moving objects. She is also growing like a little weed. We should know more after her doctors appointment today (Wednesday 8/6/08) and after she gets her two month shots. More to come tonight. - Phil

New Addition

Proud Parents Phil and Charlotte along with Big Brother announce the arrival of Addison Kay Darby on June 3, 2008 at 8:16am weighing 8 pounds 11 ounces and 20.5 inches long.