7.12lbs 19.5 inches long

This is our new baby boy Gavin Jacob Harris!  He was born December 9th at 5:00 am, after about 14 hours of labor.  I never knew it was instantly possible to love someone so incredibly much just after the first glance at him.  Lainie was incredible, she never tired nor gave up, even though eventually Gavin wouldn't move any further. She was actually delivering for about 3 hours.  I also had know idea (okay some idea) of just what amazing woman I married. She is incredible with this little guy, feeding, changing, and taking care his every need! All that on top of taking care of a newborn is pretty impressive! ;0) There was just one complication during the birth, Gavin's umbilical cord had a pretty significant knot, and our Doctor who is also a Bishop said that he was amazed at the blessings and power of prayer that must have gone into our son.  We were very lucky. 

Happy to say Gavin is very healthy, just a little jaundis (spelling) and seems to be quite content with his new parents.  He was very alert when he came out, but since has been quite the sleeper, even allowing Lainie and I to get a whole 4 hours of sleep his first night home. He rarely cries and when he is awake, is constantly studying his surroundings.  Last night he woke up in my arms and just looked into my eyes for about 15-20 minutes.  I couldn't look away and was brought to tears with emotion. Today he was circumsized and dad didn't do to well.  We were watching and as soon as I heard that cry of pain from him, i nearly passed out.  I got a sudden hot flash and my stomach dropped to the floor, it was hard to see him in so much pain, and not be able to do anything about it.  Allie (our dog) is very good with him, she knows that he is delicate and generally stays just close enough to know where he is, she becomes very concerned when he begins to cry and won't relax until he stops.  We are a very Happy and extremely blessed little family. We will be in town (salt lake) on Sunday the 21st for little Kaitlyn's blessing, and a family Christmas party, so if you would like to meet the little guy let us know.  (As long as you are not or have not been sick)  Our Pediatrician says that RSV is going around this time of year so it is better to keep him as safe as possible.  We love you all, and thank you for your support!!!

Merry Christmas,

Cody, Lainie, Gavin, and Allie

Finally here... long awaited...

Photos of our home!  (what were you thinking of something else?) Sorry it took so long to put these up, but our lives as a student, manager, 9 month pregnant woman, and delinquent couselor have just gotten crazy, especially during the holidays!  This is the front, the living room, the backyard, and of course Gavin's room.  I spent about 2 days on Gavin's room painting and putting up the bead board.  Lainie of course did all of the decorations (she is obsessed with decorations)  This doesn't show the basement, kitchen or Master bedroom, if you want to see those, you'll have to make the trip to see us. We look forward to seeing a lot of you after little Gavin decides to join us.  Well that is about it for now.

Merry Christmas!!!!

Cody and Lainie

The House, The Fun, The Life

First off, yes we are in our house, and no there aren't any pictures just yet.  We are moved in, but not quite moved in yet.  So as soon as we are, the pictures will be posted.  The house is fantastic by the way, however it is kind of crazy how fast bills add up. Being long time renters we really never had that problem before, and now with the very large new bill, it can feel a bit overwhelming.  But still, very worth it!  Gavin is just 31 days from his due date, and we are both very anxious to meet this little guy. I just keep telling myself that each day that goes by is one more day I'm closer to meeting my son!  I CANNOT WAIT TO BE A DAD! I am so excited, and feel that (because of my own father circumstances) that this will be a completely life changing event. That it is no coincidence that our first is a boy.  I already have a special bond with him.  Lainie is doing well, she never complains, she doesn't whine, and she is amazing!  Oh and did I mention that she is the most beautiful pregnant woman alive!  I'm not just saying that either! 

I also have to mention that last thursday was probably the most exciting sports event I have ever been to. Watching the Utes come from behind to beat TCU, in a crowd of black wearing, screaming fans, sitting next to my Cousins was AWESOME!  #7 in the BCS and just two games away from another "busting" season!  Though I'm in Logan going to USU, I have and will always be a Utah Man. 

House

It's been quite awhile since we have posted any new blogs, but with good reason. We have been exceptionally busy. We have bought a house!! We are so excited for it too, we got a fantastic deal on a 2100 sq ft 4 bed home in Providence. (Just south of Logan) It is on .27 acre lot, and is very cute. The upstairs is all the way done and done very well, the basement is mostly done, but has plenty of room for us to do ourselves, which makes me happy. It has a huge yard, and a hot tub! So we have been mostly focusing on this, along with the usual baby, work and school things. WE are set to close and move in on or around the 27th of this month. I can't wait to get out of this apartment, i hate it here. That is just a quick update on what we have been up to.

Family is Everything

This last week was a powerful one for Lainie and I. Lainie's grandma Poulsen died last Tuesday, (it was somewhat expected and for the best) but still difficult to see. We spent nearly the entire week together with our family and friends. I learned a lot about my in-laws this week and can I just say they are some of the best people I know! I was really moved to see the way they came together to support their mom (one of my favorite people ever) and one another. That is what family is all about. Lainie and I spent two days at her moms house this weekend, and both nights were a lot of fun. On Friday night all of the kids were together just eating pizza and hanging out, I have felt that I don't know them all that well, and so I was a little intimidated by it all, but I felt like I was a family member. Just talking and laughing until about 12:30 that night, I had a blast, listening to the stories and everyones insights on movies and just life. I think it was especially good for Lainie's mom (even though she was completley exhausted) to see all of the Kids toghether. She has to be so proud of how well all of them have done. Brighton, (our cute niece, they are all adorable) just had to have a sleepover with her favorite aunt and uncle, but by the time we were all done talking she was fast asleep. So the next morning we built a house out of blocks and played with Allie. She is way too cute!

The next day we drove down to Salt Lake and hung out with some of my family and friends, we spent the afternoon with my best friends Jake and his wife Lindsay, oh and Allie's best friend Dutchess. Life seemed to be the topic we talked about the most, I guess the fact that both Lainie and Lindsay are pregnant probably has a lot to do with that. BTW JAKE AND LINDS ARE HAVING A LITTLE GIRL!!!!! (they just found out this morning) Which means that even before Gavin is out of the womb he may already be off the market! Sorry ladies... Anyways it was fantastic to see them and my mom, after that I went to the U of U football game and Lainie went and hung out with her best friend Jen. The game was awesome (Utes destroyed the UNLV Rebels) and Lainie had a great time with Jen. We drove home and fell asleep. It was a great week! Family is Everything, no matter what!

Work, Life, Allie and a Rutabaga!

So it's been a while since I have posted anything so I thought I'd give a quick update. Life for me lately has been pretty busy. We are somewhat short staffed at work and being the clinic manager I have been filling in where needed which has left me working about 50 hours a week and sometimes bringing home work over the weekend. We have also been very busy trying to get all of the athletes (from little leagers to USU stars) ready to play their sports which has meant some late nights of "Sports Physical Clinics" In fact I just got home from finishing up with the USU athletes! The fun part is I get to be involved in "Sports Medicine" which I love, so it's worth it.
In other news my tummy keeps growing which must mean our little guy is getting bigger. I read the other day that he now weighs as much as a rutabaga (1.5 lbs), and is about 13 inches long. Ha ha even though I was thinking "what the heck is a rutabaga" I can't help but think it sounds pretty dang cute... our little rutabaga.
Cody's ankle is slowly but surely getting better, he starts school again tomorrow and has been working all sorts of over time, which of course makes me miss him, but I'm grateful he's willing to work hard so we can be financially ready when the baby gets here.
As soon as I learn how to post a slide show we have some cute pictures of Allie. She of course is the entertainment of the household lately, and she has a new friend "Jorge" who will be featured in a number of the pictures! Today i left her in her new fancy crate/tent/mansion with food so she'd eat while I was up at the student health center with the athletes (Lately she refuses to eat unless we put her food in her crate with her, I guess she doesn't like to eat out in the open). Well I got home and she had managed to tip the whole thing over on it's side (food, water, blanket, and Allie) She was fine since the whole thing is made of canvas but, needless to say she was very grateful and happy when I got home to rescue her. At least I'm getting some practice in what its like to have a kid right?

Lazy Summer Days...

The Summer semester here at USU just got out a week ago, (Somehow I managed to pass my Biology class YAY!) I was so excited for the 3 weeks I have until Fall semester starts. Then 2 days later this happened. I severely sprained my left ankle while playing basketball at work. I've been on crutches the last couple of days and have also been doing physical therapy. As you can see my foot is very swollen and bruised... oh so much fun. So while Lainie is working away i've been trying to stay busy, (something that is difficult with a bum ankle). I've played a lot of xbox, (soon it will be much more because Madden 09 is coming out on Tuesday) read my scrips, and been doing some charcoal drawings too. I love drawing, especially when i'm the most stressed out, there is almost nothing more relaxing. So if you have anything you would like drawn out, please let me know and we can work it out. Since I use charcoals, Pictures with a lot of contrast and shadow work the best.