Austin's Baptism

We had a lot of Family and Friends in town this weekend for Austin's Baptism. It was a great weekend. Tim's parents came into town on Friday and we grilled brats and hot dogs here at the house. We had a nice quiet evening before the Festivities of the weekend.

Saturday afternoon My parents, grandparents, brother and his girlfriend, and Kristin all arrived. That night we went out to dinner on the Lake. Great view! We sat outside and drank margaritas and enjoyed the sunset.

Sunday was of course the Baptism! Of course I was very emotional! It was just very special to be able to stand in front of God and everyone and share my baby boy. He is truly the most amazing thing I have ever done. He was in a great mood and smiled during the entire Baptism. At one point the pastor took him and walked up and down the isle of the church so that everyone in the pews could see him while we sang. He was such a ham and smiled at all the ladies, or so we were told after the service haha. The church was just beautiful and the people so kind.

After the service we came back to the house for lunch, Cesar salad and home made chicken pot pie. Before we sat down to eat Tim prayed over Austin as his grandfather once did over him. Grandma Claussen was able to be on the phone during the prayer. I also said a word about the Godparents we have chosen for Austin. Kristin Price is Austin's Godmother and my best friend for life. I have known her since I was six years old. She has been there for me through everything. She is the sister I never had. She is truly a life long friend and I know that she will be a very special person in Austin's life. Jeff Molepske is Austin's Godfather and Tim's brother. Not only a brother in law to me but a friend. I love all of the Molepske boys, but Jeff and I have had the chance to get to know each other over the past few years and I know that he too will be a very special person in Austin's life. Austin is also Lucky to already have 5 Uncles; Matthew, Steve, Greg, and Eric. 1 Aunt and a cousin; Lindsay and Madison.

I know this is a long blog but I just wanted to share what went on with those of you who were unable to be here. We did miss you. Thank you to everyone who made the drive to Georgetown. Austin says Thank you too!

Shark Bait

Each Summer my Dad and brother take a "father son" trip some where. This year they went to Colorado. They just sent me some fishing pictures that are really cool so I thought I would share them. Also, this morning Tim and His dad are off fishing and having some father son time. Last night Tim said "when will Austin be big enough to go fishing" and Doug's reply was "when he can no longer be the bait!" Yes, it will be a few years before Austin can be out on a boat without being called shark bait! (eww haha)

*the nick name shark bait comes from the movie Finding Nemo for those of you who aren't cool and didn't know that ;) *

Grandmas are the Best!

Austin Loves his Grandma Molepske and Grams! We are so excited that we get to see both sets of Grandparents this weekend for Austin's Baptism. Austin will be taking many more pictures with these two ladies!

Swim time!

wow first day on my blog and I feel the need to add another one...

I have already added these pictures to myspace and emailed them out..but I just love how cute my little swimmer looks! Austin had his first swim last week at Grams and Papa's house. Uncle Matthew was there as our lifeguard =) He slept through it the first time, but the second one he LOVED. We went swimming with Daddy Friday night and Austin just loved it! he was wide awake and just smiled the entire time. So cute! Then yesterday Austin and I walked down to the pool and spent the afternoon there. We swam and napped by the pool all day. What a way to kick off summer!

My first real Blog. I have never been a blogger before, who would want to read about whats going on with me on a daily basis? Turns out plenty of you! Well its not so much me you want to know about is it? But for those of you who email me weekly about "what Austin is up to" (hes 8 weeks old he's not "UP" to much hehe) this Blog is for you!
The last 8 weeks have been crazy! After being in labor for 36 hours I had a C-section and Austin Timothy was born. He weighed 6 lbs 1 oz and was over 19 inches long. We had a little trouble with his weight and jaundice after we got him home and ended up back at the hospital. NOT FUN! But eight weeks later he has no trouble gaining weight! He is over 10lbs now and doing great!
Tim and I have already had a lot of "first" with Austin and we plan to keep sharing those with our family and friends. So stay tuned for pictures (because the camera loves Austin) and updates on what Austin is up to!

I'm blogging!

yay I started a blog! more to come..