Saturday, March 31, 2007
Monday, March 26, 2007
Episode 100: The Flashback Episode
Welcome to my one-hundredth post. Of course, there are about ten draft posts sitting in my drafts folder, which all pretty much suck and will probably never reach the light of day. In any event, we've come a long way in our travels through daddyhood. I feel as if we've done this together, so I appreciate your participation. For those new to the blog, or for those who want to take a trip down memory lane, I am going to take a cue from TV shows, and give you a "flashback post."
Once there was a thirty-year old lawyer living in the New York metro area (New Jersey). He was expecting his first child, and was amazed at the type of advice he received from friends and strangers. So, inspired by two of his friends with blogs (one political and one poker-related), he decided to document his journey through fatherhood.
Blogging started at the tale-end of his wife (Newmommy)'s pregnancy. During this time, he had to make a lot of difficult decisions, but also had a lot of good times and funny experiences.
On, September 8, 2006, Bud was born. Newdaddy quickly learned that parenting wasn't so easy and that there were many new skills he'd have to learn. But soon, his life began to somewhat get back to normal even though he did realize his life had changed quite a bit in such a short period of time.
Watching Bud develop was always fun for the Newparents, and for the Grandparents Committee & Newaunt. Parenting became something of a joy in a world with so many things we can all do without. Every month brought new challenges and accomplishments and more and more doses of "reality." As time marched on, Newdaddy realized that some challenges were to be dealt with now, but many challenges in parenthood were ahead. But, even with that, every few weeks would bring another another reason to celebrate.
What lies ahead for Newdaddy? What will the next hundred posts bring? Will I get bored with this blog and just give the thing up, or will this continue until Bud's old enough to ask for me not to publicize the intimate details of her development? Stay tuned!
Once there was a thirty-year old lawyer living in the New York metro area (New Jersey). He was expecting his first child, and was amazed at the type of advice he received from friends and strangers. So, inspired by two of his friends with blogs (one political and one poker-related), he decided to document his journey through fatherhood.
Blogging started at the tale-end of his wife (Newmommy)'s pregnancy. During this time, he had to make a lot of difficult decisions, but also had a lot of good times and funny experiences.
On, September 8, 2006, Bud was born. Newdaddy quickly learned that parenting wasn't so easy and that there were many new skills he'd have to learn. But soon, his life began to somewhat get back to normal even though he did realize his life had changed quite a bit in such a short period of time.
Watching Bud develop was always fun for the Newparents, and for the Grandparents Committee & Newaunt. Parenting became something of a joy in a world with so many things we can all do without. Every month brought new challenges and accomplishments and more and more doses of "reality." As time marched on, Newdaddy realized that some challenges were to be dealt with now, but many challenges in parenthood were ahead. But, even with that, every few weeks would bring another another reason to celebrate.
What lies ahead for Newdaddy? What will the next hundred posts bring? Will I get bored with this blog and just give the thing up, or will this continue until Bud's old enough to ask for me not to publicize the intimate details of her development? Stay tuned!
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Bud's Naming
The first ceremony in a Jewish girl's life is her baby naming...it involves her being called to the Torah, having a few prayers said, and the Rabbi bestowing a name on her (which was chosen by her parents, usually in honor of late ancestors). No knives or other sharp objects are involved...boys are not so lucky in this respect.
So, yesterday was Bud's baby naming where she received the name of her maternal great-grandmothers and her maternal great-grandfather: Chana Mayera bat Yakov. (I do realize that this is one of those details that may destroy the anonymity of this blog...but I'm willing to take that chance!)
I was amazed at how well Bud did. First, during the service prior to her naming, she seemed to be moving to the beat of the songs. Then, when they called us up, she fell asleep on my shoulder...until the time at which the name was given, at which point she woke up and looked at the Rabbi; seemingly interested in what he was saying. Then, when the ceremony was over, back to sleep. (I am leaving out the part where apparently Newmommy was faced with changing a rather challenging diaper.)
This was also the first time Bud was at a social function with a large group of her family and "friends." Although she slept through most of it, I think she had a good time.
So, yesterday was Bud's baby naming where she received the name of her maternal great-grandmothers and her maternal great-grandfather: Chana Mayera bat Yakov. (I do realize that this is one of those details that may destroy the anonymity of this blog...but I'm willing to take that chance!)
I was amazed at how well Bud did. First, during the service prior to her naming, she seemed to be moving to the beat of the songs. Then, when they called us up, she fell asleep on my shoulder...until the time at which the name was given, at which point she woke up and looked at the Rabbi; seemingly interested in what he was saying. Then, when the ceremony was over, back to sleep. (I am leaving out the part where apparently Newmommy was faced with changing a rather challenging diaper.)
This was also the first time Bud was at a social function with a large group of her family and "friends." Although she slept through most of it, I think she had a good time.
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Word to your Mother (and Father)...
"Daddy." - Maggie Simpson's First Word
Bud said what I think is her first word today..."Hi." I suspected that this would be her first word, as her babbling has come close recently; however, this could be babble also, so I am not declaring this "official" unless she says it a few more times this week. If she does, I can assume it's not babble, and my little girl is talking.
What constitutes a first word? Is it the first noise that sounds like a word, or need there be intent? [Sounds like a law school question.] With a word like "book", "daddy" or "car" (my first word) a baby can point to demonstrate intent. "Hi" is more tricky. She has been waving a lot lately, but I don't think she was waving when I heard her say "Hi." All I know is that it kinda creeped me out...I was in the other room, heard Newmommy talking, and heard another separate voice, clear as day, say "Hi."
While this is not official, I really do think this was her first word. It just sounded so clear. Stay tuned for updates!
"The sooner kids talk, the sooner they talk back...I hope you never say a word." - Homer, to Maggie, right before she said her first word.
Bud said what I think is her first word today..."Hi." I suspected that this would be her first word, as her babbling has come close recently; however, this could be babble also, so I am not declaring this "official" unless she says it a few more times this week. If she does, I can assume it's not babble, and my little girl is talking.
What constitutes a first word? Is it the first noise that sounds like a word, or need there be intent? [Sounds like a law school question.] With a word like "book", "daddy" or "car" (my first word) a baby can point to demonstrate intent. "Hi" is more tricky. She has been waving a lot lately, but I don't think she was waving when I heard her say "Hi." All I know is that it kinda creeped me out...I was in the other room, heard Newmommy talking, and heard another separate voice, clear as day, say "Hi."
While this is not official, I really do think this was her first word. It just sounded so clear. Stay tuned for updates!
"The sooner kids talk, the sooner they talk back...I hope you never say a word." - Homer, to Maggie, right before she said her first word.
Monday, March 19, 2007
P-A-R-T-Why? Because I gotta.
I know, minus ten points for quoting The Mask. Hey, at least I didn't quote The Cable Guy.
Bud went to her first party and she passed out about twenty minutes into it. Lightweight. Oh, well...I guess she's not the first person to pass out at a party, but I sure hope that's not a sign of things to come.
"Her friend" (and, I put that in quotes, because it's a funny concept....sort of like when my friends "meet" Bud for the first time...it's strange to think of a six-month old "meeting" anyone...) had his first birthday party, and his parents put together a nice clambake...it had a good mix of child/adult activities. The kids had a Laurie Berkner-esque singer and, although there was no keg, the adults had a nice spread of Italian food and wine. Overall, good party....and I've been to some disasters. (Imagine being trapped in a bad restaurant, with no real "adult" spread...kids and adults were treated to only pizza and chicken fingers...wait, that actually sounds pretty good...well, the singer at that one was annoying.)
First birthday parties are really tough to plan. You need to simultaneously entertain adults and one-year olds. Aside from fart jokes, I am out of ideas....
Bud went to her first party and she passed out about twenty minutes into it. Lightweight. Oh, well...I guess she's not the first person to pass out at a party, but I sure hope that's not a sign of things to come.
"Her friend" (and, I put that in quotes, because it's a funny concept....sort of like when my friends "meet" Bud for the first time...it's strange to think of a six-month old "meeting" anyone...) had his first birthday party, and his parents put together a nice clambake...it had a good mix of child/adult activities. The kids had a Laurie Berkner-esque singer and, although there was no keg, the adults had a nice spread of Italian food and wine. Overall, good party....and I've been to some disasters. (Imagine being trapped in a bad restaurant, with no real "adult" spread...kids and adults were treated to only pizza and chicken fingers...wait, that actually sounds pretty good...well, the singer at that one was annoying.)
First birthday parties are really tough to plan. You need to simultaneously entertain adults and one-year olds. Aside from fart jokes, I am out of ideas....
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