This is easily one of the cleanest and most consistently charming cities I’ve ever visited.
The neighborhood we’re in has rows of cute houses that look like they’re from a movie set. The place we rented is also really conveniently located near to shops and restaurants. I’m in love with this city and am feeling incredibly blessed.
What a great way to spend my maternity leave and a lovely place for us to bond with Benji!
Hello new year!
I’m enjoying every moment with our little man. One of my resolutions this year is to start recording all of Benji’s firsts — his first 7 hour sleep stretch (last night; hence I have time to blog!!), his first responsive smile, etc. As I mentioned in the previous post, he’s developing so rapidly: there’s almost always a surprise awaiting us every week. Sure, Bry and I are still battling sleep deprivation; in fact, Bry is down with a mild flu today, what a bummer! And I’m still feeling sore boobs from breastfeeding, but the look on that precious little face surpasses any negative feelings.
STILL loving parenthood so far. 2012, let’s go!
This verse seen in today’s Our Daily Bread sums up my year pretty well:
From Psalm 40:2
He lifted me out of the slimy pit,
out of the mud and mire;
he set my feet on a rock
and gave me a firm place to stand.
2011 was the year of experiencing this new firm place to stand. I am thankful and am excited for what God will bring in 2012.
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And remembering the real story behind this season from Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Thank you for giving us this season full of hope love and peace.
At day 26, our little Benj is now weighing 4.2kg and measuring 55cm, up about 400 grams and 4cm from about 10 days ago. I’m glad to receive this report as this means he’s feeding well — very well! His measurements are also in the 60th percentile which makes me, an extremely petite Asian mom, very happy. Check out his chubbeh cheeks…
