Tristan keeps talking more and more each day. Dad enjoys coming home to his son.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
First Date
Soon after our return from Goshen, Tristan had his first date with Hazel Pinnow. They were really hitting it off!
Goshen
We took a quick trip to Goshen, IN this past weekend (8/17-8/19).
The main attraction was Cousin Amy's wedding, but we also got to see family from three out of four sides of Tristan's family. Below is a 4-generation photo. Irvin's first born's first born's first born.
There were too many photos taken to post them all here. Look at the TWO new slideshows to the right. One of them shows Uncle Jonathan's handiwork with a formal photo shoot. Isn't he handsome?
The main attraction was Cousin Amy's wedding, but we also got to see family from three out of four sides of Tristan's family. Below is a 4-generation photo. Irvin's first born's first born's first born.
There were too many photos taken to post them all here. Look at the TWO new slideshows to the right. One of them shows Uncle Jonathan's handiwork with a formal photo shoot. Isn't he handsome?
Giggles with Karen
Right before our trip to Goshen, Aunt Karen came to visit. These were the sounds that we had been hearing for several weeks, but this was the first they were caught on video.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Dedication
On Sunday, October 5th, Tristan Ray Trotter Nussbaum was dedicated at Park View Mennonite Church. We were blessed to have Grandma & Grandpa Trotter, Auntie Lynette, and Uncle Jon T. in attendance, as well as many other family present in spirit.
A full 12 minute video is below for those who are truly fans of this blog.
Family photo of the big day.
The blankets from the Grandmas and some church members (Mary Glick--Laura's mom, and Julia White) were our symbols of Tristan's extended supportive family along with his dedication cup, given to us by the pastoral staff.
Tristan and Elisabeth (Parents: Peter & Bethany Versluis Fairfield) are two of the seven dedications at PVMC in the past several months--and there are two more on the way over the next few months. A baby boom! (One of our church members came up to Trina the other Sunday and said, "You all are taking church growth SERIOUSLY!" :-)
A full 12 minute video is below for those who are truly fans of this blog.
Family photo of the big day.
The blankets from the Grandmas and some church members (Mary Glick--Laura's mom, and Julia White) were our symbols of Tristan's extended supportive family along with his dedication cup, given to us by the pastoral staff.
Tristan and Elisabeth (Parents: Peter & Bethany Versluis Fairfield) are two of the seven dedications at PVMC in the past several months--and there are two more on the way over the next few months. A baby boom! (One of our church members came up to Trina the other Sunday and said, "You all are taking church growth SERIOUSLY!" :-)
MCC Relief Sale
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Vitals
Tristan had his 2mo. check-up today.
Height: 24 inches (75th percentile)
Weight: 12 lbs 3.8 oz (75th percentile)
Head Circ: (50th percentile--I forget the measurement)
The Dr. couldn't even feel a bump on his previously broken collarbone.
All is healthy and looking good.
Height: 24 inches (75th percentile)
Weight: 12 lbs 3.8 oz (75th percentile)
Head Circ: (50th percentile--I forget the measurement)
The Dr. couldn't even feel a bump on his previously broken collarbone.
All is healthy and looking good.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Sports Fan
Well, the prudent thing to do this weekend would have been to spend time cleaning the VERY messy house, write the few remaining thank-you cards, and for dad to grade lots of papers and do his grad school work.
But after a long, busy week for dad, and a busy week for mom who was feeling a little cooped up in the house, it was time to get out and enjoy the great end-of-summer / beginning-of-fall weather.
On Friday (9/19) Tristan went to his first high school football game as Harrisonburg High School ran away with a second half win. Tristan slept most of the time in the stands.
Then on Saturday evening we wandered over to EMU to see the soccer game. Perhaps his over-zealous parents bundled him up a little too much...but it was a good opportunity to wear one of Grandma T's hats.
Again, he slept through most of the game. Actually we only saw the second half of either one...it takes a little while to get out of the house.
In the midst of a sports-filled weekend we also had a baby shower for his future Herin-Wheeler buddy who is yet to enter the world. He did get to nap next to Lewis Yoder.
Also we had visits from Kathi, Rachel, Aunt Karen & Cousin Rachel.
A trip to visit Ann - our wonderful midwife from Shenandoah Womens Health Care. She was responsible for the delivery. She had much to say about his cuteness... :-)
Bath time during the day with mom.
Hanging out with dad.
Mom and Dad are having fun with the dress-up each day with all of his cute clothes. Sometimes the photo shoots are a little bit floppy though.
But after a long, busy week for dad, and a busy week for mom who was feeling a little cooped up in the house, it was time to get out and enjoy the great end-of-summer / beginning-of-fall weather.
On Friday (9/19) Tristan went to his first high school football game as Harrisonburg High School ran away with a second half win. Tristan slept most of the time in the stands.
Then on Saturday evening we wandered over to EMU to see the soccer game. Perhaps his over-zealous parents bundled him up a little too much...but it was a good opportunity to wear one of Grandma T's hats.
Again, he slept through most of the game. Actually we only saw the second half of either one...it takes a little while to get out of the house.
In the midst of a sports-filled weekend we also had a baby shower for his future Herin-Wheeler buddy who is yet to enter the world. He did get to nap next to Lewis Yoder.
Also we had visits from Kathi, Rachel, Aunt Karen & Cousin Rachel.
A trip to visit Ann - our wonderful midwife from Shenandoah Womens Health Care. She was responsible for the delivery. She had much to say about his cuteness... :-)
Bath time during the day with mom.
Hanging out with dad.
Mom and Dad are having fun with the dress-up each day with all of his cute clothes. Sometimes the photo shoots are a little bit floppy though.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Creative Grandmothers (or carrots and pockets)
The Grandmas continue to collaborate for their new grandson. Carrots from the Trotter garden were cooked, mashed and frozen by Grandma N. They each continue to go above-and-beyond for Tristan. Below are some pictures of their contributions to the changing table. The diaper holder on the wall was created by Grandma N (a more ambitious project than she bargained for--it was her own design). The Winnie-the-Pooh animals were a Grandma T contribution, and the pockets at the end of the table were made by her as well. It is so nice to have such wonderful grandparents on both sides of the family!
5 Weeks Old
Tristan is now 5 weeks, and as big as ever. He is mostly wearing 3 month clothing. Today he wore an outfit from 1977 to church--one his dad wore and given to Tristan by Grandma N. Family pictures are below--at least two of us were agreeable...
In other "news":
In other "news":
- Tristan's cold is lingering, but we are making it through. (Hopefully this week it will end!)
- Auntie Lisa White came to visit from Lancaster, PA.
- Trina and Tristan had a visit to mom's old work at the health department
- Grandma N left us to fend for ourselves.
- and mom and son are figuring out the routine of a regular week (the occasional visitors were helpful)
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