Nicholas - 3 months old

I really can't believe that Nick is already 3 months old... It seems like only yesterday that we finally decided we wanted another baby... Now, we have a beautiful perfect little boy.



He is growing and changing everyday. His little personality comes out a little more each day too. He is the happiest baby that I have ever know. He is truly an Angel from Heaven...



I am enjoying every moment of getting to know him... I love the way his eyes dance when he sees us and when he learns a new trick.. He has recently figured out that he can play with his little toys. They all end up in his mouth but that's okay for now. He is a pure joy to watch. I love the little faces he makes too...



I can't imagine my life without him now. He brings so much to our family even though he is only 3 months old. The boys adore him and are very proud to be big brothers.

I am so lucky to be able to spend so much time with him too. I get to work from home a couple days a week so we are rarely apart. It is always a good day when you can work while a smiling baby is hanging out with you.



My husbands loves his snuggle time too... He is teaching him young to enjoy napping... (My husband's favorite pastime)



Nick is also doing great at tummy time...He is learing from his big brother, Evan ... I thought this picture was so cute.. This was the 1st time Nick really pushed himself up.



All in all, Nick is fitting in just perfectly...we can't wait for the adventures ahead....

4th of July

The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays.  I would have to say 2nd to Christmas.  I love it because it is pretty much the kick off to summer, there are always BBQ's going on to gather with family and friends, and Fireworks... I LOVE FIREWORKS...... There is just something about them that makes me happy...The dancing colors in the sky...

This year, we celebrated at our friend, Mark's house.  It was a beautiful and hot day.  Almost record breaking temps in the 90's.  Perfect swimming weather it was. 





It was also Nick's first 4th of July. He looked so adorable in his flag swim trunks and 4th of July bib...



We enjoyed great food and great company. The boys enjoyed themselves. Evan stayed in the pool most of the day. He is a changed boy. Last year at this time, he wouldn't leave our side. Give him a few lessons and he thinks he's Michael Phelps. He loves swimming and he is pretty good at it. He even goes underwater now. I am so proud.



After the party, We went to Jim's house to see the fireworks. He lives in this beautiful house by a man made pond. Fireworks were being set off all around the pond. It was magicial. I think I liked them more than the kids did. They even got to make smores while watching the show.







Hope you enjoyed your 4th...I did :)

The beauty of a baby

I love little baby parts...they are so small and precious.... their beautiful eyes, pouty lips, button noses, heart shaped lips, pudgy toes and chubby cheeks just melt my heart. And the way they smell, oh, if only we could bottle it up and keep it forever....My little angel is growing before my eyes...I can only hope to remember it all...

Nick's Christening

One June 27th, our little boy was baptised at St.Paul's Church. He was so beautiful in his little white suit that his Nani bought for him. Thank God that we didn't wait a few more weeks or that outfit would have never fit.



Nicholas is very lucky. He has two amazing godparents,my cousin, Stephanie and Brian's brother, Doug.



He was so good in church sleeping most of the time. There were five other babies being baptised and he was the best out of all of them. We were so proud.

Here he is getting blessed by holy oil....



and then he was blessed with holy water








Anthony and Evan were proud big brothers and were so happy to be part of Nick's special day...



Nick is now an official member of the church. The day was amazing. We were so thankful for all the family and friends that came out to share in his special day.

Here are so pictures of Nick with his grandparents:

grandpa Frank and grandma Roni



Nani and Papa Kopp



We were even able to get one with the godparents and the Father McGinnis



We had a wonderful luncheon at Banchetti's after where Nicholas decided it was time to nap.



Special thanks to my cousin Carly for making an amazing cake. It was delicious :)




All in all, it was a beautiful day. God Bless our little Nicholas...