First Baby Class

Last night Lindsey and I had our first baby class, along with about fifteen other expectant couples. The class was better than I expected. We learned about the birthing process and the first couple days following.
I did find some of the other classmates to be a bit comical. We were seated behind a nerdy-looking couple who couldn’t keep their hands off each other. The guy could have been Bill Gates’ twin, and the girl was quite a bit younger. Each time he leaned in for a kiss neither Lindsey nor I could see the instructor. During introductions he announced that he already had three children and three grand-children with another mother. I guess you could say he was alumni.
Overall the class was very informative, and the instructor was great. Next time we’ll choose our seats more carefully.

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Babymoon in Maui

Lindsey and I went on a babymoon to Maui last week. Nana and Grandpa King had already planned a two week trip there, and they invited us to join them for a portion of it. We spent a week with them swimming, walking, snorkling, diving, and sunbathing.
My dad got some great shots of Lindsey and I on the beach at sunset.




Lindsey’s been craving Frosted Mini Wheats throughout the pregnancy. Hopefully a Costco-sized box will meet her needs.


To take care of my own cravings I found some ultra-yummy 100% Kona coffee and a ginormous bottle of Kirkland-brand vodka. Disclaimer: Both are being saved for Christmas when we’ll have family around to help polish them off.


6-month profile. This is where all the Frosted Mini Wheats are going.




I even got my parents to pose for a couple sunset shots.




Beautiful Maui sunset.

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The Glucola Martini

One of the common screening tests during pregnancy looks for gestational diabetes. The test involves drinking a bottle of glucose. One hour later they do a blood draw and determine how your body responds.
The glucose drink has a reputation for being disgustingly sweet. I thought perhaps if the glucola were disguised as an orange martini, Lindsey might enjoy the experience a little more.

Bottoms up!

Blah!

Getting tipsy!

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Baby Clothes & Airplanes

The collection of baby clothes is growing. Good thing they don’t take up much space. It looks like he’ll be very well dressed.

I’ve always been fascinated by airplanes, and one day I’ll hopefully get an opportunity to take flight lessons. For the time being the baby and I will be day dreaming about the airplanes in the nursery. The plan is to hang them from the ceiling somewhere (but not over the crib!).

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Ray LaMontagne

Last night Lindsey and I went to see Ray LaMontagne at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle. We haven’t been listening to his music too long, but a good friend at work had some extra tickets and we were the lucky recipients. His music is definitely pretty interesting. He has a very raspy voice that reminds many people of Van Morrison. His songs tend to be a little bit dark, and melancholy at times, but the intensity of his performance makes for a great show.
Ray is an interesting character to watch on stage. During the first few songs he wouldn’t say anything to the crowd, which is typical of him. After a few songs he finally started talking to the audience in a very quite and reserved voice.
I think Lindsey and baby enjoyed the show too, though Lindsey got pretty hungry about half-way through the concert. I guess next time I’ll have to bring along some snacks 😉

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