One Month

This first month of Daniels'life has flown by so quickly. I can hardly believe that a month ago I was outliving the most difficult experience of my life, labor. And now a whole month has passed and our little guy has grown and will keep growing. I still can't believe I'm a mom, the idea is still so new. The nights have been far too short, and I find myself crying along with Daniels at times for lack of sleep. God is gracious, giving me strength and patience beyond what I possess. I never knew how much parents sacrifice, I certainly appreciate my parents in a whole new way, seeing how difficult it is.
Yet one smile and peaceful coo from Daniels makes all the crying dispell like a dream. He has the sweetest smile and makes other happy little noises at times, which are precious.
Lately though he has been rather grouchy and all the crying is hard to deal with, he perhaps has a stomach ache. . .
Besides Daniels turning our world upside down- life continues as usual. Our garden has been very productive. Janis had an outrageous amount of cherries this year, and we gave them away and canned them and made jellies till we were sick to death of seeing cherries. The rasperries and stawberries have also been abundant. Now our cucumbers are ready and we are so enjoying all the garden produce.
God has been so good, I am so thankful for the good husband he has given me. Janis is so supportive and helpful with the baby. Also our friends and neighbors watch our for us and we are so truly blessed.