Our Sweet Baby James!

James Joseph Lowe came to us on Sat. Sept 13, 2008 at 8:37am!
He weighed 6lbs 6oz and was 20 inches long. He is such a stud. We love him so much and are so excited to have him here. He and I (jessica) are still in the hospital and will be here for a couple more days. Here are some of his first photos.

Just before c-section


James' first look at the world


My first look at James


My first time holding James in the recovery room. PS c-sections suck!


Daddy Garrett giving James his first bath


This is James in a Nutshell! The chiller!




James and his BIG BRO!


Our Little Family!

38.6 weeks and less then 24 hours!

Our sweet baby boy will be here is in less than 24 hours! I really can't believe it. Time has gone by so fast, yet so slow at times. We are so excited (and scared) to welcome him into our lives. I took these pictures today to remember this little guy inside of me. Hopefully he will appreciate them someday.

My attempt at domesticity!

Ever since Gabe was born I have had the desire to learn how to sew. I wanted to do this for many reasons, but mostly so that I could make him and my future children their blankets. I finally got the chance a couple weeks ago to do so. It took me many fabric stores to find exactly what I wanted. Thus, it has taken me several months to finish the task. Well, I did it! But, I didn't do it alone. I had the help of Garrett's step- mom and step-sister. They are both incredible seamstresses and have many years of experience. I couldn't have made the boys these matching blankets without their help. Thank you Ruthann and Brooke. You guys are amazing! Now only 4 more days until we can officially use both of them.

The Zoo!

Gabe making the sounds the monkeys make! ohoh- ahah!

Gabe with the mommy and baby giraffe!

Gabe on the carousel and of course on his favorite animal, the giraffe!



The Gabers and Daddy


Gabe chowing on his treats!
Yesterday Garrett had the day off so, we decided to go to the zoo for the last time as a family of 3. It was the prefect day. I have never seen the animals so lively and the zoo so empty. It was my best visit yet. Gabe loves the animals, especially the giraffe and monkeys. He had a great time. We got to see the mom and baby giraffe up close while they ate. We also got to see the bear. He is usually hidden. It was a very fun and relaxing day.

A Few Lasts... At least for a while!

I taught my last spinning class this week, at least until I am fully healed from my c-section. I was really sad. I love teaching. It gives me an out and a sense of accomplishment. I will be so excited when I can teach again un-pregnant.
I also worked my last shift at the hospital. Now, this wasn't quite as sad, but I will still miss it for the short while I will be gone. Working with my patients really helps me to be more grateful for what I have. I can't believe we only have 9 days left until our little guy arrives. In the mean time I'm ready if he decides to come early. Until then.....