Tummy Time

I think Mac has decided that he kinda likes tummy time. He layed on his mat for about 25 minutes this morning...he really enjoys looking at himself in the mirror. He is really beginning to hold his head up very well. I can finally get him to look at me when I take pictures.

The Three Musketeers

Mac and Emma got to spend some quality time with Mikayla (Randy's daughter) today. Irene had to go to a funeral for Randy's college roommate's mom, so Mikayla stayed with us for the day. They had a good time. Emma and Mikayla played for a little over an hour in Emma's room, then they got to go outside for a while. Mikayla enjoyed playing in Emma's Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Car. After coming in for a cool down, the girls had a meal of grilled cheese and cheddar mashed potatoes with broccoli. Mac had the good ole reliable bottle. It was then naptime for all 3. They seemed to have a great time. I am glad they got this time together since Mikayla lives in Georgia.

Is it hunting season yet?

Mac is ready to go to deer camp. He wants to get all the deer he can...and he already has his first one. He is getting to where he likes to chew on this one, so maybe that means he will like deer meat as he gets older...there's nothing like it!!

WHOOOOOOOO....Pig Sooie.....Razorbacks!!

As you can tell, our house is all ready for football season....if you live with the Martins, there isn't a Saturday that goes by that there isn't at least one football game on the tv...usually, there are many. Most of the time, Daddy is watching more than one at the same time. There isn't a televised Razorback game that is missed.....All we can say is GO HOGS!!!

NO MONITOR!!!

As of last Thursday, Mac is officially monitor free. Dr. Luy said there was no reason to leave him on the apnea monitor any longer. He hadn't had any type of alarm in over 2 months. She probably would have taken him off last month, but decided because of his surgery that we should use it for a little longer. I am glad she made that choice since he ended up having morphine. I am also glad that we are now free of it.

We also have another tooth coming in....yep, that's right...two teeth for a 5 month old who was a preemie!! I can't believe it!! He has his next check-up with Dr. Luy in a couple of weeks, and I think she will probably put him on cereal then.

First Tooth

Mac has officially begun teething!!! I noticed a couple of days ago that there was a little spot on his bottom gum that looked like a tooth trying to come in. Sure enough, today I noticed it was trying to break through. He hasn't been too fussy, but he isn't eating quite as well as normal. We made a run to Walgreen's today for something teething tablets. He took them with not problem. I guess if you've been taking medicine since they day you were born, one more won't make a difference. These teething tablets work great!! Emma used them, too, and they worked for her.

Happy 4th of July

Mac and Emma want to wish everyone a Hapy and Safe 4th of July. We also ask that each of you remember the men and women who are currently or have served in the military, especially those serving in other countries right now. Mac and Emma are both very proud of Uncle Ra-Ra, who was promoted to Captain today. Wish he could have been on American soil to get this promotion!! We love you and miss you, Ra-Ra. Can't wait until you come home on leave. Mac is ready to meet you!!

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Mac's Dedication

Mac was dedicated on June 10, 2007. Randall and I knew we were doing the right thing. Mac is definitely a gift from God, and this was our way of showing that we were aware of this. We know that we want Mac raised in a Godly household, and wanted God to know that we were here to show Mac the correct and Godly way to live his life. We know that we are accountable for his spiritual life for now. We know that if it wasn't for God's grace and His answered prayers, Mac could possibly not be with us today. We appreciate all the prayers offered up on Mac's behalf. We knew at the time of his birth that someone was praying for us and for him every hour...the power of prayer works wonders.

Mac, Daddy and I love you very much. We know that you will grow up to be a wonderful and Godly man. We only hope that we can be great influences on you and show you how you should live your life.

In the Jumper

Mac played in his jumper for the first time tonight. He absolutely loved it!! He would play with the toys on the front, and actually jumped a couple of times. I think the time for this toy to come in handy is now!! He is getting a little tired of the swing, and absolutely hated his bouncy seat. This was a good investment that we got at a garage sale for $20.

My little sleepy head

Mac's nighttime sleeping patterns are blowing me away. Most nights he only gets up once (usually around 4:30) to eat, then is back to sleep for a while. He goes to bed around 10:00 after a bottle. Other nights, he will sleep for 8 hours straight!! This amazes me because Emma still doesn't sleep through the night. He is staying awake more during the day, so he is enjoying his night!!

Playdate

Colt and Mac

Mac and Emma had a playdate yesterday at Jayden's house. They had the best time...there was even a baby close to Mac's size there.

Jayden, Emma, Colt, and Mac

A smile

If it wasn't for your grammy, I wouldn't have gotten this smile on camera. It seems like every time you do something cute and I try to get the camera, you stop immediately. We tricked you this time, though. Grammy got you smiling and I clicked the pic.

Future Mr. Right

Unfortunately, I just couldn't pass up this adorable outfit. I know every mom thinks that one day there will be a very lucky girl who snags her little man, and I am no different.

Successful Surgery

Mac's hernia surgery on Thursday was successful. When the doctor came in to look at him and talk to us before the surgery, he noticed that Mac had another hernia on the left side. The initial hernia was on the right. He decided to go ahead and fix both of them at the same time. The good part is that we only had to go in once. The bad part is that he has 2 incisions. He seems to be doing well. Today (2 days after surgery) has been a little rough. I am sure he is sore. He definitely takes to anestetics like his momma. We left him about 8:15 and surgery started around 8:45. They gave him a caudal for pain management, but it didn't take well. They had to give him morphine. He didn't wake up until 8:15 Thursday night. When he did wake up, he was a hungry but happy boy. Hopefully this is all the surgery we will have to endure.

4 months old

You had your 4-month check up yesterday. Dr. Luy said you were doing great!!! You weigh 11 pounds exactly and are 21 1/2 inches long. Dr. Luy took you off your sodium and put you on iron and a multi-vitamin. We have to go to the hospital next Tuesday so they can draw some blood to see if you get to stay off the sodium. She also said we could take you off the preemie formula and start regular formula. She said for your corrected age (if you had been born on your due date) you are right on track. I asked her about when we would start you on cereal, and she said you would be 6-8 months old. That gives us a few more months until we have to worry about that.

You are smiling and laughing at everyone now. You love to interact with us, especially Emma.

We are dedicating you at church on Sunday morning. Your daddy and I are so excited about showing everyone that we know that you really belong to God, and we are only here to take care of you. We know that it is by God's grace that you are here, and that you are a healthy 4 month old. We love you!! Keep growing!!