Date Night and July Fourth

Dave and I had our first date night since Sully's birth on Tuesday evening. Maggie and Jeff (and Isaac and Anna) volunteered to watch after him so we could go to dinner, then to meet friends for a glass of wine. We were gone for about three hours, and it was perfect. Dave and I went for sushi (our favorite, which we curbed when I was pregnant), then to Parkers. We found most of our conversations revolving around Sullivan, and were excited to see him when we were done. We really enjoyed ourselves and were happy to get out. Thanks, Mag and Jeff! 

Sullivan had his first Fourth of July yesterday and it was hot. Miserable hot, I think the high temp was around 100 degrees with major humidity. The only way to beat the heat was to be in the water. Fortunately, Lauren, Dave's niece, sent a text in the morning saying that was their plan for the day and we were welcome to join. We didn't hesitate. We had to make a quick trip to Target for a sun hat for Sully and to buy water diapers, which it turns out they didn't carry in his size. Fortunately for us, that didn't matter, he wasn't interested in the water. When I would dip his toes in, he would squeal and pull them back up. He was just happy being there and enjoying the company. We will try the swimming thing again later in the summer. After the pool party we went to my parent's house for a bbq, and unfortunately, due to sleep deprivation we didn't stay up for fireworks. When we were driving to Target, Dave said how excited he was to teach Sullivan all about American history. I got a kick out of that, considering history was never my strong subject. Im sure Sully will absorb the info like a sponge.

Sullivan is 5 weeks old today...he is still enjoying his crib for most of the night, with a small amount of time spent in the swing. His eye contact continues to improve, and we are still working on that smile, we are getting closer. Its funny, when we are talking to him, he is so engaged, it seems like his eyes smiling, just not quite the mouth yet. His neck is getting stronger and stronger, along with the rest of his body. 

Dave and Sullivan, Happy 4th!

Sleepy Sully

Dave and his crew

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