Good times in SLO

We returned tonight from our mini vacation in San Luis Obispo. We spent 3 nights and 4 days and had a wonderful time. We were originally going for just a few days but the 75 degrees there seemed much more appealing than the 105 degrees here at home. We got a chance to take Nathan to his first farmers market in SLO and although he couldn’t enjoy the food he enjoyed being pushed and carried around downtown. We were also able to take in concerts in the Plaza in downtown and we were able to learn even more that our son can sleep through almost anything. Our planned dip in the ocean came up just a little short as it was pretty cold but we still did get to go down and let him see the sand. Below are some pics from our trip.







Nathan even got a chance to meet some of our friends.




For a while now we’ve been working on our room at Drake in SLO but have been challenged on exactly what we wanted to do and the time to do it. Although we had always intended on completing the room prior to Nathan’s arrival we just never got around to it and it sat with paint samples on the wall and supplies all around the room. When we arrived Wednesday afternoon we were very surprised to find that Grandpa Allan and Grandma Joanie had taken the last few trips over to completely redo our room! We had no idea and were totally surprised. We felt like we were on “While you were out” or some home improvement show. We are so thankful and appreciative to them for all their hard work, we know it took a lot of time and love.

The Dr. & Pizzokie

Yesterday Nathan had his first follow up Dr.’s appointment and he was given a clean bill of health. He did however have to have his blood drawn at a lab to test a few things (all of which came back ok) but we almost had our own little blood bath between Ericka and the woman taking the blood. Let’s just say the woman was a little less than gentle and we all know Ericka! Fortunately cooler heads prevailed and although Ericka did share with the woman what she thought of her methods (anyone surprised) we got outta there before any catfights ensued.

Ericka also had a Dr.’s appointment and Dr. Mason said that she was doing just great.




After our long morning of Dr.’s visits we decided to head to our first restaurant family lunch! We chose to head to BJ’s in Fresno and had some great lunch specials. Although Nathan only had breast milk, mom and dad enjoyed a pizzokie for dessert. Our Tia Mona joined us for dessert and was able to see her little nephew. She’s due in October herself so she’s getting a chance to see what she’ll have in store for herself.



This morning we’re packing up the family (all 4 of us) and heading to the coast. Nathan is going to get to meet some of our good friends in SLO and maybe even head by and see the beach for the first time. Sam goes back to work next Tuesday so we are trying to get in some good quality time together as a family before he goes back. Upon our return we’ll be sure to post some pics our trip.

Nathan Samuel Ramirez

On Wednesday July 2nd, 2008 we added a little baby boy to our family. Nathan Samuel Ramirez came into this world at 10:40 am weighing in at 7lbs 11oz and standing (actually laying) in at 19 1/2 inches. He is an amazing little baby who we are in complete love with. We've been waiting for him for a long time and now that he's here we thank God for this blessing.

We recently purchased a new camera with the intent of taking pictures of his every waking moment ( and some sleeping ones too!) We've defintely gotten our money worth so far. Below are just a few of ours shots. More will be added as we go, enjoy.

The First Blog

This is the first blog that our family has created. With the arrival of our new son, Nathan, we find it neccesary to document every moment of his special life and get the chance to share it with all of you, our family and friends.

Stay tuned for the many posts to come!