We went to visit Dustin's family in Birmingham the weekend of Sept 19th-21st (Levi now 4 months old!) since they had not seen Levi since he was born and were not likely to make many more trips in the near future (and it would be one of the last times I could travel before being limited by my work schedule). I had come off a few long work days, so I personally was also looking forward to spending time with Levi while doing my best in "sharing" him. Thus, I believe, the many photos.
This was Levi's first plane ride, and he did beautifully! He really has become a very easy baby--pleasant most of the time. Honestly, usually the only times he really fusses is when I stop to burp him mid meal. That boy likes his food and does not want to be interrupted!!
In the airport together. The little stinker, as you will see, was going through a phase of CONSTANTLY having his hand in his mouth, especially with the camera out!
The happy Nana balancing her two grandsons. Nephew Isaiah is approximately 15 months old here.
My mom and grandmother decided to drive from Atlanta to Birmingham to see us while we were there and took up Dustin's mom's invitation in staying with her. As you can imagine, Levi received tons of attention this weekend!
Levi meeting Uncle Michael for the first time."Wait a second, is that Daddy??"
Levi also straining to get a good look at PawPaw.
Aunt Sara getting some Levi-lovin' in.
So, there were multiple "photo shoots" of Levi this weekend. It almost seems as if he had suddenly blossomed into this little cute boy. I think it was about this time he started wearing more shirt and shorts/pants separates, instead of just onsies, making him look older.
"What are these things on my feet??"
"It's my Mr. Deer!"
MaLu getting some Levi lovin'.
A Levi sandwich!
Nana and Levi bonding outside together.
Chatting it up with his Mama.
Uncle Dustin getting some Isaiah-time in.One of the great things about this weekend was that we were able to celebrate my sister-in-law's 7th birthday! Dustin's half-sister, Melina, had a rockin' birthday party with all her friends!
Birthday-girl.
PaJ saying hello to Levi! (We're still working on Jerry and Judy's name for the grandchildren. Maybe Grand-dad and Mimi? Judy, I know, wants a "nontraditional" name. What do ya'll think?)
Showing Levi the inner-workings of being a DJ. (How many other 7 year-old birthday parties have a DJ??)
A picture for the books: The DiChiara Men.
Uncle Brian getting his time in. :-) Yes, I made everyone pose . . .
Great Aunt Mary Jo meeting Levi for the first time.
Nothing cuter to me.
Aunt Melina holding Levi too! She loved being around him!We spent Saturday night at PaJ's/Granddad's (fill in the blank). You can see the two bonding in their PJ's.
Telling all about his day yesterday.
Bonding with daughter and grandson.Since there are only 2 babies in the family now, and they were both together this weekend, they were the center of attention. There was also much effort in trying to get pictures of Isaiah and Levi together. The following photos are the best-of's.
A great picture of Aunt Sara with her Isaiah and Levi. Everyone looking at the camera--a miracle!
The new mamas and their babies!
Isaiah is trying to slip away . . .
This picture is to compare their heights side-by-side. Tall Levi isn't to far behind cousin Isaiah despite him being 11 months older!All the moms and grandmas taking pictures of this rare opportunity:
Unplanned--both reaching for their right foot simultaneously.Some good-looking DiChiara Boys!
"Hey, cuz!"----------------------------------------------------------------------
Our little family. :-)
2 comments:
fun fun fun! we can't wait to be in Cinci with you NEXT WEEKEND! Xiabe talks about Levi and points out his picture on the fridge ... I hope he'll be just as attentive to him in person :)
Great pictures! Always fun to see what you guys have been up to lately. I hope all is well! :-)
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