Month Four
So this post might be a few weeks late. Jonathan is now several weeks into his fourth month of life and I am just now getting around to documenting it all...But ain't it the way? After working all summer and moving and buying a new home I let his monthly picture fall to the wayside (I also had no idea where our iron was to iron on the number;))! But now that we are slowly settling in I stole a few moments to capture JP (as Dave likes to refer to him as) in all his four month old adorable-ness.
This month had lots of first for Jonathan. His first hike, his first boat ride, his first hotel room. We traveled a lot, we moved, and he handled it all like a champ. He even slept for ten hours straight for the first time. Yesterday we had his four month doctor appointment and realized just how big and fast he is growing. I know we have a lot of firsts ahead of us but secretly I'm wishing time would just slow down.
I might be biased but I think this kid is the bees knees. He melts my heart every morning when I greet him for his breakfast. It's not always easy, the fussy nights, the poopy diapers, the cries in the car. But when he looks at me and smiles, I just melt to the floor. I can't imagine our life without his sweet personality and the absolute joy that he brings to our home and to all those who he encounters. I just know that he'll grow to be man that draws people near and makes them feel loved. Sweet boy.
So before I get even more mushy and gushy here is our Jonathan in his typical pose: wiggling on the floor with a big smile on his face. Hello four month old baby, where'd you come from?! If you'd like to see more, click here to see Jonathan's First Year month by month : Month One, Month Two, Month Three, Month Four, Month Five, Month Six, Month Seven, Month Eight, Month Nine, Month Ten, and Month Eleven.
Of course there is so much more that I've learned over this past year, but for certain these are the biggest takeaways that I've gleaned in my few short months as a working mom. I know there is going to be SO much more to grow into as my business grows and as Jonathan grows but I'm certainly thankful for these building block type lessons that are creating a firm foundation for me now and in the future. If you have any questions about what it's like to be the working photographer mom or have anything to share, please, leave a comment! And if you'd like to message me privately, feel free to email me directly at deborahzparker@mac.com! I'm thankful to share this journey with you!!
