One Month Old Today

It has been a tiring week for Sam this week, especially after the Battle of Aunties, (see blog comments), and we look forward with trepidation on how that unfolds in the future. Sam has reached the one month mark today and very much enjoyed having Nana here this week for cuddles. He also had some "man time", as we watched his first England footy game on the television and saw them notch up a win against the Welsh. Amazing how the first four weeks have flown by for us, the parents.

Snow and Rainbows

Wednesday was the fourth day of Spring, although while I was in Toronto, you wouldn't have know by looking outside. As I woke up to a heavy snow storm with 20 cm laying on the ground - who expects snow in late March? As I was suffering in the snow, Nancy and Sam were enjoying rainbows from our window in downtown Vancouver.

Silly Monkey

I am in Toronto for work this week, but we didn't want anyone missing out of their weekly Sam photo. So here he is in an outfit provided by Auntie Laura, although, shortly after this photo was taken he puked-up on the shirt. Not suggesting that there is a correlation though!

Also his Canadian birth certificate arrived a few days ago, so it is official - he is certified.

Vancouver Whitecaps Arrive in the MLS

Playing in their first-ever match in Major League Soccer (MLS), Vancouver Whitecaps FC defeated Canadian arch-rivals Toronto FC 4-2 in the first-ever meeting between two Canadian MLS clubs on the pitch at Empire Field on Saturday afternoon.

Designated Player Eric Hassli endeared himself to his new fans with two goals for the Blue and White, while Vancouver native Terry Dunfield and Expansion Draft pick Atiba Harris also found the scoresheet on an historic day for the "Caps". Dwayne De Rosario and Brazilian striker Maicon Santos replied for Toronto FC, but it was not enough to ruin Vancouver's special moment on the grounds in East Vancouver.

Nancy and I watched the end of the second half on the web, but next stop is to get to see a game live, especially as Cap fever is about to start in the city. Now with their first match under their belts, Whitecaps look ahead to their first-ever away match in MLS, as they visit Eastern Conference side Philadelphia Union next Saturday.

Couldn't Agree More with Sam!

We are receiving a number of messages from friends saying that Sam looks remarkable like Nancy, especially in this photo. So I'm not sure I can take the credit for his cuteness now.

On the Map!

Ryan noticed recently that our Washington/Vancouver sign has appeared on Google Earth and immortalized for all to see. On our holiday to Washington last August, there was a welcome sign for Nancy and myself on Ross and Laura's driveway. Turns out the Google satellites were watching at the same time. Well spotted, Ryan!

The Many Faces of Sam

Sam has settled into Vancouver life very well this week and has been receiving his first visitors. Friends John and Lindsay came round on Wednesday for hugs and on Friday the Player family enjoyed an afternoon of cooing with the little man. Today he is two weeks old and we have more friends popping in to meet Sam later. Also all his initial medical worries have resolved themselves now.

This one is for you, Laura

As I know Laura is now addicted to the blog and demanding more Sam photos. I thought I better leave the dirty nappies and burping to one side to update the blog. Sam is now ten days old and settled in to our home life, he is feeding well and has regained his birth weight. The doctor is happy with Sam at his medical checkups, especially as his jaundice has reduced significantly and his bruised head has returned to normal. So far, so good and no disasters!

Sam and Nancy's Homecoming

Nancy and Sam arrived home safe and sound yesterday from the hospital. To enable this to happen I had to learn the intricacies of a child's car seat and continue my parenting learning curve. Our homecoming was also accompanied by a number of cards and flowers. The first night also went well with Sam feeding in good quantity and sleeping most of the night. Once again thank you to one and all for the messages of support and well wishes.

Sam Update - Still in Hospital

As I type, Sam and Nancy are still in the hospital and probably will be for another day. This is because of Sam's weight loss of 11% since birth, so he needs improved feeding before we can leave. Despite this, he is extremely cute with his facial expressions and his neck muscles seem to be very strong with all his head movements. But heh, what do I know being a new Dad, although the girls in my office are smitten from his photo alone, so some evidence of cuteness. These photos are from the last couple of days. Also thank you to everyone for their messages and best wishes, it has been great to read the blog and Facebook comments.