graham's blessing

We were visiting in Utah last week and thought it was perfect timing to bless little graham. So we did! It worked out great, we blessed him at Ben's parents home and had a small gathering of family. It was perfect.. beautiful blessing, family and yummy food. Graham was so sweet! I'm glad we blessed him when we did because he barely fit into his blessing outfit. The boy sure is GROWING!

The Crowell's
The Rabe's.... It worked out perfect because Nicole had her baby earlier that week, so we got to see sweet little McKell while she was still so small...she made Graham look like an overweight baby..which he might be...
cousin's Sophie and Elsie

Ben's great grandma was a little uncomfortable holding such a "big baby"

1 Month

Graham is 1 month old..(well he was on Monday) and I can't get over how fast it has gone by. He is the sweetest baby, and so GOOD! We are lovining everything about him- his little squeels, tiny feet and cuddly little body.

Sophie is loving having a baby around, she loves to show him all of her toys, rub his head, tickle him, wake him up from his naps and continue to tell me how to take care of him. The other day I came into the room and she had put both of her "graham babies" with him to keep him company. I think she is going to be a very involved big sister.

Graham's Newborn Pics

These were taken when he was 2 weeks old. I love his little frog legs and wrinkles...don't grow!!

The County Fair

We had so much fun at the fair. I hadn't been forever and surprisingly enjoyed myself thanks to funnel cake and the pure enjoyment of watching other people, but mostly it was fun to watch Sophie get excited about all the rides, lights and games. She sometimes enjoyed the rides and other times looked a little scared (note dragoon pic) but she had a blast and Graham was so good. Perhaps we'll attend again next year.

Grandma Rabe

We were lucky enough to have Ben's mom come out and visit us for a week. It was so nice to have her here to entertain Sophie and see the new baby. We loved having her and now were are ALL ALONE ....yikes!! Thankfully Sophie has adapted well to the baby and is always telling me what to do when he cires. She tells me to rock him, burp him, get his binki and thinks a blue hushie (blue slushie) will make him feel better. They are her favorite treat right now and they are the answer to everything. So it nice to have my own little helper. Thanks again Ann for all your help!



I shouldn't be shocked the boy has milk dripping from his mouth. This is all he wants to do is eat! He has already gained his month weight, so the doctor doesn't need to see him unitl his 2 month check-up. Go Graham!!

H O M E

We have loved having Graham home with us. He is such a sweet baby and brings so much joy into our home. Sophie is getting used to having him around and is liking him more and more. My mom has been a BIG help in taking care of Sophie and the rest of us this past week. We are sure going to miss her. WE LOVE YOU MI MI!!!


His first bath...I can't get enough of his tiny little booty!


All Sophie wanted to do with my mom was make cookies..that they did and plenty of other things to keep Sophie satisfied.
Is this legal??

Announcing........

Graham Christian Rabe
Born- July 31st at 1:54 p.m.
7 lbs 12 ounces & 20 inches long







Little Graham had a hard time coming out but after he finally did he has been pure joy in our little family. Sophie is still a little unsure about him but still continues to pray for him. We can't wait to take him home today!