Family Activities 2009

So how long has it been since I wrote anything here? Ethan is no longer 11 weeks old but 16 months old. He has done so much this year, heh, this week even. I sometimes look at him and wonder where the baby went all of the sudden. He is walking running and climbing now. He has an incredibly tender heart and loves to cuddle (primarily his stuffed animals) and just this week figured out how to open the doors between rooms (watch out) and is drinking pretty well from a regular cup. He is loving the Christmas tree and got some early presents last week when Grandma Judy was here visiting. Such a change from last year when he couldn't do anything to the presents and now is intent on opening all the presents he can get his hands on. Ethan is incredibly obedient and won't touch the tree or do most of the things he's not supposed to. It is eye opening though to see how I probably look to God when I complain as I see Ethan when he doesn't get to do what he wants. We are on the verge of Christmas here in Austria and I really love the weather, the sights and the atmosphere, they do Christmas right here. We look forward to all that will happen in the coming months and will keep the posts a bit more regular as we settle into a more routine schedule, whatevever that is.

So now what

I can't believe it is October 28 and Ethan is 11 weeks old today! We continue to press on toward the prize of serving in Austria by Spring. Ethan is growing bigger every day. He even started sleeping through the night about 10 days ago. I tell you 6 hours of straight sleep is a gift from God. We have truly been blessed with the Best child in the world. I mean just look at him. He is a pretty cool kid don't you think? Help Us and Ethan get to Austria! Pray!

Well, that was a long time without writing

We are still alive! We hope you haven't lost heart in never hearing from us. We are continuing in the journey of parenthood. Right now, the priority has not been on blogging, so you will have to forgive me for 2 and a half months of no posts on this page. You can see a little more of our ministry and life the past few weeks at www.ambroseinfo.blogspot.com and we will try to keep this page updated more frequently.

So some stats: Ethan Zayne Cornelius Ambrose was born on August 12 at 8:46 pm, weighing in at 7 lbs 13 oz and 20 inches in length. Today he is 6 weeks old!!! A huge mile stone as technically it is the end of postpartum although our recovery continues. He weighs in this week at 10 lbs 6 oz and 22 and 5/8 inches, although those numbers are actually one week old. He is doing good and you can see his photo album by clicking on the link below.

Ethan Photos

Recent photo

I just wanted to share with any readers the most recent photo of Michelle. She is due to give birth in 52 days! We would be happy with any time up to 3 weeks before the due date, so please pray with us.

3D ultrasound photo

So I finally figured out a way to share the photo we got at the last ultrasound with everyone. Isn't he cute?