The Gonzalez Family

Here are some photos from Mikey's baby blessing. It was such a special day for our family.

For Mikey's first St. Patrick's Day we dressed up in green.

My beautiful Grandma, Beth Kirby Ransom Shelley, passed away earlier this morning. This picture was taken the day after Thanksgiving, just four months ago. I had no way of knowing that it would be the last time that I would see her in this life. She is one of the kindest, sweetest people that I have ever known. She was an amazing example of unconditional, Christlike love to all those around her, and she touched many lives through her loving service. I feel a special connection with her because I was born on her birthday, November 9th, and I was named after her (my middle name is Beth). I love her so much and I will miss her more than I can say. I will forever be gratfeul to her for creating such a beautiful family of which I am blessed to be a part. I will always keep her memory in my heart...until we meet again. We love you, Grandma! We will miss you!

I posted all the pictures from Mikey's newborn photo shoot on facebook a few weeks ago, but for those that aren't on facebook, I'm posting some here, as well. I know I'm biased, but I think he is the most beautiful baby in the world. :-)

I have been really behind on my blog because I have been so busy with the new baby! I don't get much sleep at night so I've started taking naps while the baby sleeps. It's the only way that I can have enough energy so that I can take care of him while he is awake. Being a mom is a lot harder than I thought it would be, but I absolutely love it...even on nights like last night when Mikey decided to stay up until 4:30 am! It was pretty rough.

Here are a few pictures that were taken in the hospital. Our little baby boy, Michael Israel Gonzalez, was born on Saturday, January 17th at 1:32 pm. He weighed 7 lbs 7 oz and was 20 inches long. We are so thankful that he arrived safely. Both Mommy and baby are doing well.

Well, I'm now officially 6 days past my due date. I've been able to keep a good attitude, but I have been feeling VERY tired. I'm trying to focus on getting my rest and getting the last couple of things done before the baby comes. I wouldn't mind if he were to come this weekend, but I'm not getting my hopes up. I'm pretty sure it'll be Monday before he decides to show up when we give him a little push, but you never know what might happen! :-)