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Garrett Caleb
July 31,2004 7:58 PM 6lb. 3oz

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9/26/2004 - Today Garrett had his 2 month check up. He is 22 1/4 inches (75%), 10lb 7oz (with clothes-52%) and got three shots! He took it very well. The doc said he looks great and is doing really well.

We began seeing many smiles this past two weeks and he is finding his voice and hands.

He really likes his swing and will only sleep in there or on my chest. He still does not sleep through the night, but the doc said this is normal and it will come in the next month or so.

When I am in the shower he sits in a bouncy seat that has some animals haning from it. He gets so excited when he see those animals and spends the entire time I am in the shower batting at them and kicking and laughing.

Today we also went to the Vet with Garrett. This was way more than I could handle, but Nala needed to see the doc also. I am so torn between our first child and the smallest child. I am very thankful our vet had their new baby also there and can understand what I was going through and were a big help.

Work has been crazy, but it is good to get back to it. It would be nice to get back to it only 30 hours a week, but we don't have that choice.

9/14/2004 - Today Garrett was 9lb and 11oz.

He loved staying all day with Grandma and helped her organize her office. They were both busy and had a great time making smiles at each other.

Mom, thank you SOOOO much for taking on this huge task of watching Garrett for Matt and I. I can't thank you enough. There is nothing in the world that means more to me then Garrett and Matt and you are keeping one of the most specail guys in my life safe and happy while I can return to work, THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!

9/13/2004 - Garrett has not been feeling well the last 24 hours, but is doing better now.

Mom started back to work and is torn between sick baby and work.

Thanks Grandma Sue for all your help and late night baby care. Both Mom and Garrett appreciate it.

Thank you Dad for calling so often. It has been wonderful to discuss our son and the get your opinion.

9/12/2004 - Today is 09/11, there is so much to think about and be thankful for. When 09/11 happened Little did we know the changes we were in for over the next three years. Due to the events on this day Matt and I have not been together on this day for two years now. We both know the that everything we have sacrificed over the last year is very small to the lives that were lost. At least we still have each other and the future.

We miss Matt terribly, but know that there is such good things being accomplished in Iraq and there is an end in sight.

I feel that each year that passes we forget a little more about how we felt on 09/11 and find reasons why we should not be in Iraq. It does matter what you think and believe, but today it only matters that we support those of our family and friends that are putting their lives on hold and in danger to serve out country.

I know that everyone knows someone who is serving in Iraq. Please take the time to thank them today for what they are currently sacrificing to keep us and others safe.

9/6/2004 Today is Labor Day. Yes, a good day. Garrett slept from 11:00 PM-3:30 AM and 4:00 AM-7:30. Mom got some sleep, was able to get food in her and Garrett got a bath. Daddy called and is almost back to his camp. He will get there in two more days. At least where he is now he can call home daily which makes Mom and Garrett very happy and keeps us calm.

Miss you Daddy and we both send our kisses. XOXOXO

9/9/2004 - Today Mom and Garrett got out to get the oil changed and some fun shopping. We are learning how to get this little guy fed and changed in public without Daddy. We did not get much sleep last night, but tonigh has to be better. Mom has kept Garrett up pretty much since 3:00 PM. He did get some short cat naps, but nothing longer then a half an hour.

Mom is back to work next week and in great need of more sleep before she begins driving to Omaha again. 75 mph on I-80 on three hours of sleep just don't mix. I am sure he will begin to sleep longer in the next couple of months. We will probably get this figured out and Matt will be home.

8/09/2004 First week Dr. appt.

08/16/04-Second week Dr. appt. Garrett was 7lbs. and 2oz. He also grew to 20 inches.

08/27/04-One month Dr. appt. Garrett was 8lbs. 4oz. and he grew to 21 inches. Garrett also got his first shot. It was just as painful for Mom and Dad. Mom was very thankful that Dad was there.

We are getting many smiles from Garrett, but probably due to bottom burbs more than seeing Mom or Dad.

He still has his days and nights mixed up, but is beginning to sleep for three hours instead of two. One step at a time, that is what I have to tell myself everyday.

9/2/2004 This is our last night together, Matt will begin the journey back to Iraq tomorrow morning. We will all miss him-especially Mom and Garrett. We are counting the days until our family is all together again.

Thank you to everyone for all the gifts, cards and help thus far through the most difficult year of our marriage. We truly appreciate everyone who has sent packages to Matt, kept all of us in their prayers and called or stopped by to check up on me, and now Garrett and I. We have needed all your support and we all now realize the importance of great friends and family, Thank you all!!!!!!!!!!!

9/4/2004 Today was Mom's first trip out with Garrett alone. It was a little difficult and Mom cried as much as Garrett. Good thing it does not hurt them to cry. Getting to places on time is still very difficult and Garrett never wants to eat at the right time to help mom out.

Last night was our first night alone. Garrett got very use to Dad and now that he is gone again Garrett decided to stay up all night crying for him. Not a problem when mom was crying for Dad also. Garrett decided he would only sleep on Mom's chest. Not so bad when we both needed hugs.

We are already counting the days until Dad is home. Garrett is a Daddy's boy and I think can tell he is not here now. Matt is a wonderful father and fell into fatherhood so smoothly Garrett and I both miss him tons.

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