Summer is over?

It went by way too fast. It started off by welcoming this little man in our family. Chloe celebrated her 4th birthday.

We went down to West Palm Beach/Jupiter. This is sleeping at my mom's house....

Sleepover at Bryan's parents house with Bryan's little sister...

4th of July with the Snider family I turned 30 and was not too excited about it. One day I was complaining and being a total brat to Bryan about how I never see my dad. He only comes here once a year and stays for a day. (I know, the road goes both ways) I was upset that he was going to see my sister for almost a whole week, but only coming here in Sept. for 1 day....he loves her more....complete brat. The next day, which was the day before my birthday, I was in Reid's room feeding him, heard a knock at the door and the girls yell out "GRANDPA TREE!!!!!!" Sure enough, he and Mark had flown in to surprise me for my birthday, and Bryan had known all about it! It turned out to be a fantastic weekend with lots of food, of course. Here are just a few of the MANY pictures we took.

Summer continued with more visiting with friends.....Miss Ella and Parker.... ....swimming....

the Pratt girls, whom we miss dearly...

Then, we wrapped up the summer with a trip up to Crestview. Bryan's cousin got married in Utah so we went up for the reception. Matthew and Jess

All of the great-grandkids

Just can't get enough

Can't forget about these lovelies!

{yes, Cloe had cheeks full of food here!}

A day on the bike

New Do's

The girls have been begging and begging me to....so I finally gave in....

I swear he does more than just sleep!

Two things I am completely obsessed with....

These hands...they seem giant to me for such a little baby!

And these lips...

Busy busy

I must have forgotten how busy things get with a newborn. How can such a little tiny person keep you so busy? Nothing gets done anymore. Except for eating, on Reid's part. There is plenty of that. And the 12 lbs on the scale show it. Here are a couple recent pictures to hold you over until I have time to really update.His favorite spot to sleep...right in between mommy and daddy!

Our growing boy

At his appointment yesterday, he was 10 lbs. :)

Hi, my name is Reid

In case you were wondering...here is a little more about me. Because that is what its all about, me, right?

*I like to think I am a good sleeper for my age. I have been nice to mommy and I've been sleeping at night and only waking to eat once or twice. Last night, I let her sleep for over 6 hours without bothering her.

*During the day, I like to be awake a lot. Especially in the evening when Daddy is home. He is my buddy. I think we are a lot alike. He is real easy going, and I like to think I am too. Life is easy!

*I don't bother anyone with my crying...or lack thereof. I have already heard too much of it from my big sister Chloe that I realize how annoying it is. And it doesn't do any good anyway. I mean, I will make some noise to get somones attention, and maybe cry a little if mommy doesn't feed me right away. But thats it. There is no need for it.

*Speaking of eating. Since I have come home from the hospital, I have gained a whole pound. Granted, I did lose some after I was born, but I have gained it back!

*Mommy tells everyone I'm a dream. I think thats a good thing.

My side of the story

My first question? Why is everyone so rushed around here? If I have learned anything, its that everyone needs to just chill and slow down. My daddy taught me that early. I like his idea of things. Just relax, no need to get all worked up. And that is what I did upon my entry into this new world. I just relaxed and took my sweet time. Not my sisters, they were here within hours. Me, I would have taken longer if I had the choice. 27 hours was too fast for me. I mean, really. What is the rush? Its too bright here, anyway. I dont think mommy was too happy that I took so long....

But daddy...he didn't mind. Except he said that chair was awefully uncomfortable....

I dont think that mommy was unhappy with me...I think she was more unhappy with the doctor. The one who stuck her back with 4 needles. I heard them say something about the needle not going in, just hitting her bone in her back. She felt most of the pain the whole time, but she is a trooper. I mean, if she could do it with my big sisters with nothing, she could deal with this...right?

Anyway, back to me.

I think Daddy was happy I was finally here.

Then I was greeted by my big sisters.

Sheesh, there is a lot of pink in this house. That needs to change.

Sometimes, I wake up and mommy is kissing my cheeks. They are kinda irresistable, aren't they?

Reid Keith Melick

June 3rd, 3:46pm

8lbs 6oz

After a long wait, and dramatic labor full of stories....our little bundle of joy is finally here! He is perfect in every way. And, absolutly adored by his big sisters! We have lots of pictures that will be posted soon!!!