I can't believe Clay is 4 weeks old!

The past few weeks have gone by so quickly! Not to state the obvious, but our lives have changed dramatically since Clay arrived four weeks ago. I can't remember what it feels like to be completely rested and refreshed when I wake up in the morning. I also can't remember what it feels like to have lots of free time to do whatever I want. Despite the lack of sleep and the absence of free time, I am so happy to be a mom! Clay is such a joy. I look forward to holding him everyday and I am just so thankful God sent this little person - who bears a slight resemblance to me - into my life.

It's so much fun watching his little personality emerge as he becomes more aware of what's going on around him. Rob and I get so tickled at his facial expressions and noises. He has to be the noisiest baby I have ever been around. And, I'm not talking about crying. (He only cries if he needs something.) I mean other noises: snorts, grunts, coos, sighs, screeches, hums, etc. My mom said we might have to get a muffler for him!

Caden and Clay in their matching jammies and pacifiers

Clay practicing his signature pout

He now weighs 7 pounds, 14 ounces and his eyes are still blue. He finally made it out of preemie diapers and into newborn size diapers - Mama is so proud. (He has tiny little hips and legs, so preemie diapers were the only kind that fit.) I can't wait to see what is in store for us this next month!