Parker is doing very well!

Parker has had an excellent couple of days. I am really enjoying the fact that I have been able to hold him more often. It is hard remembering not to rock him or talk too loudly to him (over stimulates). I have been reading a book to him called, "Winners never Cheat". It is about Jon Huntsman's business success. He talks about values, ethics, honesty, and generosity in the business world. I think I am boring my little man, but it is never too soon to teach a child values, morals and ethics.

Parker is now 2 lbs. 11 oz. It is amazing how much every little ounce changes his appearance. He already looks so big to me compared to a month ago. They are now giving him 19ml of fortified breast milk at every feeding, which is every 3 hours. Today was day 15 of the two antibiotics he was placed on for his infection. He has responded very well to the treatment so they believe he should only be on them until day 21 as previously planned.

Today was a good day. My brother came at lunch time for a quick visit. Parker was wide awake the whole time, which Jared loved to see. The last/only time Jared has seen Parker was the day he was born, so he definitely looks a lot different now.

The afternoon and evening was spent with the girls outside. The girls played while I worked on sanding a bookcase. I am refinishing a bedroom set for the girls. The last two pieces are a bookcase and a dresser. I will be glad to see all of the pieces done and in the same room. This set was my Grandmothers furniture when she was a young girl. I have thoroughly enjoyed working on the furniture, but will be very happy to be finished with this "little" project.