Is he ferocious, or what?

Well, Halloween came quickly this year it seemed. Since I am back to work, and working on Fridays, Isaac stayed at Gran and Grandad's house. Isaac's Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Eric took him trick-or-treating on Halloween! After going to a couple houses, our little "Tiger" was already ready to rest and eat again before going back out on the town. Isaac seemed to have a fun first Halloween! Uncle Eric took some video footage for us so we could also experience what Isaac's first Halloween was like, since we did not get home from work in time to experience it ourselves. Is he ferocious or what?

This week I had to take Isaac to the doctor. He has his first ear infection. The doctor gave us some recommendations to do at home and an antibiotic. Isaac seems to be feeling much better, but you can still pray for a quick recovery for him. Today was a good day, and he smiled a lot! At the doctor, I was told he weighs 13 pounds 15 ounces. It's amazing how quickly babies grow and change. He found his feet a few weeks ago. It is so cute watching him look at and grab his little feet! He is starting to chew everything he can get his hands on. He is also really starting to feel things more. He likes to feel his own hair, touch my face, feel blankets, etc. He is constantly exploring with his hands, mouth, and eyes. He is like a sponge...always looking and learning new things. He likes to be where all the action is and in new surroundings. He loves going shopping, outside, restaurants, new homes, etc.

I just stare at him every day and thank God for such a special blessing! Isaac is so sweet and his smile makes me melt instantly. I almost cry just thinking about how much he and Adam mean to me. I can't imagine life without them. It's hard to remember what we did before Isaac arrived. We love him very much!!!

Here are some other pictures. Sorry about the first 2 being upside down (not sure what happened there...but they were too cute not to include).

That's all for now!

I found this video fun and catchy, check it out!

Hello again!

Well, its been a while and I thought I would post a few things. Isaac is now 3 months and something and he is doing great. He is growing and getting stronger. He now wants to put everything in his mouth. I hope to upload a video of him feeding himself with a bottle. Isaac is going to be a tiger for Halloween.

Isaac tried to watch the UK Florida football game!

UK Disgust from adam coats on Vimeo.


Untitled from adam coats on Vimeo.


Anyway on to some picutres:




A cute pumpkinPlease don't call human services, this was an accident and he started eating the plastic wrapper from his diaper package.


Isaac staring at a yellow rubber ducky

Sarah and I were blessed in '08
I've been showing Isaac how to use a sling-shot. He is practicing his form


Leave a comment in the comment section about this picture. What is under the blue blanket in the kitchen?
Isaac and Jenna (Jenna is my cousin Amie's little girl. Congrats Chris and Amie)

Chris and I were talking and I figured out that Jenna is Isaac's 2nd cousin thrice removed :)
Chris, Amie, Jenna, Mandy, Isaac, Debbie, and Papa Ron
Auntie M holding pumkin
Grandpie exercising Isaac
A cowboy in Kentucky!

I love him! God's gift of life is such a miracle!


Safari Ike
Rocking in his "Isaac" chair

First day alone with Isaac

Today is my (daddy Adam) first day alone with Isaac. It should be a blast. Sarah gave me a schedule. Eat, play, nap, eat, play, nap... etc It should be fun. Isaac is such a blessing from God.

Elmo Bash!

The following is a video of Isaac vs. Elmo


Elmo bash! from adam coats on Vimeo.

In the 99th percentile for what???

Isaac went for his 2 month check-up this past week, and you know what that mean....immunizations! YUCK! He did do well with them, but had some fever and increased tiredness and fussiness that day and the following day. After being poked over and over while in the hospital recently (when the nurses were trying to get the IV to work), this seemed like a piece of cake. He got a good report from the doctor. She said everything looks good, and that I can gradually try reintroducing dairy back into my diet. (Although, I tried last night and he seemed to have more problems with digestion and fussiness again). So, I might just need to lay off the dairy a while longer. The doctor also mentioned how strong he is and how well he holds his head up (when on his stomach). We were pleased with his report, and thankful that he is strong, healthy, and growing!

Isaac is really growing. He is 11 lbs and 11 oz, 22 inches long. He was in the 50% for his weight, 10-25% for length, and 10% for head circumference. His Honorary Aunt Amy said that his hair growth was in the 99th percentile! I have to agree. His hair is really growing. He is going to need a haircut soon. It's really unbelievable how much his hair is continuing to grow.
Since the last post, Isaac has had visits from both sets of grandparents. His Grampie and Grandmama took him to Cracker Barrel, where he enjoyed the rocking chairs! His Gran and Grandad helped put his swing together, which he seems to really like! He has also been to visit his cousins in town, Amie and Chris. They are expecting baby Jenna to arrive in early November, so Isaac got to try out Jenna's new swing. It put him to sleep instantly.

Isaac has seemed to feel much better (with the exception of the immunizations). He is much happier and more content throughout the day. He seems to really enjoy his swing, bouncer, and play mat much more. He finds objects and really focuses on them. He has intentionally started to reach for objects and tries to grasp objects more. It is so fun seeing him develop his motor skills!

Below are some odds and ends pictures:

Isaac and mommy!

Cuttie Pie!

Tummy Time

Great Great Aunt Naihrah

Gran and Grandad enjoying a diaper change

Grandmama and Granpie at cracker barrell

Playing

More tummy time

Calvin Klein collection

His eyes say it all...."I can't believe you have me dressed like this!"

Isaac's best pick up line.... Well it's actually not a line, more of a gesture. Girls fall for it!

You can already see a fatherly demeanor in his expression. He already has the "bring her home by 9:00pm boy, or..." . The expression has a lot to do with the eye brows (a trait he picked up from Grandad Cletus!)

The hair!?

A family photo

Isaac's first web VIDEO!

Here is video of Isaac chillin'. Press play to watch the video with slow internet or you can click on "Isaac hanging out with mom" to see a higher resolution version for the fast internet crowd.


Isaac Hanging out with Mom! from Adam Coats on Vimeo.