Today, we watched our baby girl celebrate her first Christmas. While she won’t remember it (except from these pictures), she had a blast ripping, munching, crawling all over her new presents. Our friends and family over did it this year with their fantastic presents for Kate: tons of new books, plush toys, toys for riding and bath time play, fancy dresses and pretty cloths, sparkling jewelry, shoes and so much more. [Read more…]
Jenny Throws Kirk A Birthday Vacation To Austin
I’ve got the best wife… Every year for my birthday, Jenny plans a big gathering. This year, Jenny invited some of our closest friends to Lake Travis in Austin where we rented a large house for several days. We never left the house and used the time to catch up with each other. Everyone cooked their share of fantastic meals, we played board games for the first time since I was 16, found some new music (thanks Michael A.) and much more.
A big thanks to my wonderful wife for once again outdoing yourself. Also, thanks to Theresa, Mike & Amber; Michael & Henry; Lisa & Adrian, Annie & Tom; Michael & Melanie. Also, big thanks to Kate for being such a big girl and Max for your good behavior.
Here’s a few pictures from our weekend. [Read more…]
Diaper Time Has Never Been So Cute
There is a Vietnamese phrase (mèo khen mèo dài đuôi) that tells a story about a mother cat telling her kitten that she has such a beautiful tail. I hear that phrase all the time from my in-laws after I compliment my wife or daughter… After all, as a husband and father I have the same credibility as the mother cat! I’m blinded by love?!
Nevertheless, these are the freakin’ cutest pictures of our daughter during diaper time… Don’t worry, Kate is squeaky clean in these pictures. [Read more…]
Kate Relaxes On The Patio
Leaving Houston’s August heat (105 degree + humidity) for sunny, cool California was just what the doctor ordered!
We spent a week traveling to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Tahoe. During our travels, the family and I were relaxing on a patio enjoying a beautiful 75 degree day. Kate is growing so fast and we found her proudly relaxing like a “big girl.” The photo opportunity was way to cute too pass up!
Here are a few pictures… I hope you’ll enjoy them. [Read more…]
Kate Plays in Dana Point, California
We just returned from a mini-family vacation with Jenny’s parents and sister. Our travels started with a visit to Jenny’s grandparents and several aunts and uncles in Southern California. Kate is growing so fast…
While staying at the gorgeous Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa on our recent vacation, we snapped some pictures of Kate playing on their grounds…
Here are a few pictures – hope you enjoy: [Read more…]
Kate’s 6 Month Old Pictures
Here are some cute pictures of Kate at 6 months. She is doing great and is a very happy baby. [Read more…]
Welcome To The World Baby Kate!
At 5:15AM this morning, Kate Thuy Pozadzides arrived! Measuring 8.15 pounds and 20.5 inches long, she is in great health and sleeping peacefully as this message is being written.
Jenny is healthy, happy and getting some much needed rest… She deserves it! Kate is beautiful… Life just changed forever and we are so blessed!
Here is a video just minutes after Kate was born: [Read more…]
Hospital Here We Come
Well, the day has finally come, we’re packed and its time! We’re heading to the hospital to welcome Katherine (Kate) Thuy Pozadzides to the world.
Wish us luck and keep Jenny & Kate in your thoughts/prayers.
Ultrasound Pictures of Kate At 37 Weeks
Today’s doctor visit brought little news other than a healthy mom and baby ready to deliver any day (37 weeks). But, we did receive three new pictures of Kate. Remember, ultrasound pictures don’t always yield the clearest images. They sometime remind me of ink blot or cloud gazing.
So… can you see (from left to right):
- the chin, mouth and bottom part of the nose as the head points to the right?
- a cross section of the heart; its much cooler watching it beat than in still image?
- a foot with five toes pointed diagonally to the top right?
Baby Watch: 18 Weeks
We’re just days away from finding out if its a boy or girl. Last week’s doctor trip didn’t yield any insight into that question, but Jenny will soon have a 4D image (and maybe video) of our little angel/monster.
This week, our baby measures approximately 5.5 inches from crown to rump and weighs about 5.25 ounces. The rapid growth spurt is tapering off, but reflexes are kicking in. Our baby can yawn, stretch and make facial expressions, even frown. Taste buds are beginning to develop and can distinguish sweet from bitter tastes. The baby will suck if its lips are stroked and it can swallow, and even get the hiccups. The retinas have become sensitive to light, so if a bright light is shined on your abdomen, baby will probably move to shield its eyes.
Jenny felt the baby move for the first time last week and she [ Jenny ] is feeling pretty good!