I love my Daddy!

Even after a long day of activities with Mom, I am always ready to see Dad and play with him. He always takes the time to read to me or just hang out. Even if I am tired and ready for a nap I perk up to see Dad when he comes home from work.

Adventure in the neighborhood

Mom put me in a new stroller contraption today. I was a little surprised by the set-up, to say the least...

The Many Faces of Xander

I have become more and more expressive every day. Here are some of my favorites...

Grumpy Xander...

Mean Xander...!

Tough Xander...

Startled Xander...

Curious, but cool Xander...

Happy Xander!

Ok... this was the BEST gift ever!

Mom and Dad have a very clever, funny, and mischevious friend, Charley. Well, in addition to yummy dinners for days... and a couple of cute little outfits... (and too many other lovely and thoughtful things to mention here...) Charley gave my parents a nine pound bowling ball -- engraved with my birthdate and initials. How cool is that!?? She says that if I ever give Mom any trouble Mom can remind Dad and me that she was trying to deliver a baby about that size and weight for 40+ hours... Brilliant!

bedtime (almost...)

First day at home alone with Mom

Dad went back to work on Monday, so we've had some good time together.

Lots of visitors...

We have had so many great friends come by in recent days... bringing flowers, chocolate, clothes, dinner, wine, home baked goodies... Here I am with the Katzins on Saturday night.

Sushi Date with Mom and Dad

Yep... they took me to sushi. Friday night. Out on the town with my parents. They are so cool. I managed to pretend I was sleeping the entire time so that they could enjoy a romantic dinner :)

Just some fun pictures (Mom would not leave me alone!)

New friends and naps...

We've also had lots of visitors this week. I met my new friends Logan and Akio, and spent some time with Auntie Natasha and many other friends. Mom and Dad seem very, very happy. I love it that they take lots of time to snuggle and play with me each day.

A Full Few Days

It has been a fun-filled few days... Mom and Dad took me to two parks and Ocean Beach... or so they say they did. As far as I know I was just napping... though I did wake up in the car seat those three afternoons...

Four Generations

I met my Great Grand Mother Dolores this week!
Quality time with Grandma J
and Mimi and Grandpa Mak were here when I arrived.

Home Sweet Home

After five days in the hospital we were allowed to come home.
I was so happy to sleep in my own bed in the afternoon sunshine.

I'm here!

My name is Xander Reed Mak.
I was born on Wednesday, June 6, 2007 - a Gemini & [Golden] Pig.
Second servings of Dad's risotto and before I knew it, I'm 9 pounds 4 ounces!
My parents tell me my arrival has been highly anticipated, I can't wait to meet you too!