This week Becca is starting to smile more, and we’re loving it! Though our attempts to get her to smile are not always successful, the reward of seeing her smile is always worth it. Her “smiley” times are usually when she’s playing on the floor or right after she eats. We’re looking forward to the weeks ahead as she progresses in her ability to respond to us.
On Tuesday, Becca and I ventured outside to meet Josh as he walked home from school. Becca seems to enjoy the stroller, though she isn’t too sure about the wind or sun. We’re looking forward to taking Becca outside more, once RSV season is over. Becca will be allowed to leave the house — and be in places where there are more people — by the middle of April. We’re looking forward to taking her to church with us.
Sunday, some of Josh’s fellow classmates came to visit with Becca. So far we’ve had several local guests come to see Becca. Debbie King was the first, then Micah and Anna Martin (not pictured), YiLing, Pastor and Shawn Lutz, and Josh’s classmates. Everyone has been very careful not to visit if they are sick, and we appreciate their thoughtfulness and look forward to seeing them when Becca is allowed out.
Saturday is Josh’s birthday, and we’ve decided to celebrate by giving him presents all week. We want to make sure he knows that he is the best husband and daddy in the whole wide world. On Sunday, we gave him a card – Monday, we made him cinnamon rolls – Tuesday, we gave him a can of Pringles – Wednesday, we gave him a box of Cheez-Its – today, we gave him a box of snack packs, and you’ll have to wait until next week to find out what the rest of the presents are.
Both Josh and I are working on our proposals and are finding creative ways to watch Becca while we write. I love using her as an excuse not to write, and we both love having her with us. She’s a wonderful distraction and great break from our research. We continue to enjoy being parents and are thankful for the many ways the Lord has kept our little girl safe.
Wow! Lots and lots of pictures. They are wonderful! I love Becca’s expression when Josh’s hair is in her face. 🙂 Happy birthday to the “awesomest” brother ever!
Happy 18-week birthday, Becca, and happy birthday, Josh! LOVE all the pictures!! I can’t wait to be among that special group who has gotten to hold Becca — hurry and come to SC!! 🙂
I LOVE all of the pictures. You do such a great job with that! Very proud of both of you, and thank you SO much for the update. You look incredible too. Motherhood definitely suits you.
That’s an amazing collection of photos! I love the one with the hands coming out of the Big Bear holding Becca and the one with Amy and Becca on the floor. The smiles are so precious! Soon Becca will be able to enjoy the outdoors and that will open a whole new world for her!
What wonderful pictures! Amy, you have a lovely little daughter! Josh, may you have a wonderful birthday! You’ll always be special to us! We’re so thankful that you three are doing so well! God bless you!
I told you the same thing last week. I just can’t wait till Thursday gets here so I can see the update. Hopefull I might get to see her when you come this way.
Love her smile! It looks like it’s been a busy week for the three of you. Glad to see that Becca is getting visitors and look forward to seeing pictures of when she can go out and about!
Becca is so cute
I think the only way I can get a Happy Birthday message to Josh is through this blog – my Juno mail does not always make it out of Mexico! Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you, dear Josh. As always, we are so very proud of you – you are excelling in everything you do, especially in your new roles as husband and father. You will have a belated card/note when we get back to the U.S. Thought I was getting all the little details taken care of before leaving on this trip to Cancun, but forgot your birthday. Shame on Grandma 🙁 !! We loved seeing all the adorable pictures of you, Amy and Becca. Love you all. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Josh!
WOW mrs jensen becca is getting really big I was wondering well um when we get back to school can you teach me singing lessions pleazzzzzzz see yeah later happy summer tell becca i said hi bye