Ultrasound and ultracute

It seems that with every passing week, Jacob becomes less of an abstract and more of our son. This week featured a trip to the doctor where we looked at our beautiful baby boy once again. Last time when we were there, the Sonogram tech suggested that we might need another ultrasound if our boy didn't cooperate for all the right measurements. Who are we to disagree? This also meant that Jacob's paternal grandmother got a chance to see him in action. Well, to be perfectly honest, there wasn't a lot of action, only the occasional yawn and the always fun pushing on mom's bladder. The tech reported happily that all grown was on-track and healthy. What a relief! I'm slowly becoming aware of the toll parenting takes on one's nerves.

The thing I couldn't help but notice again and again is how much significantly bigger he was this week verses 3 weeks ago. His hand is probably 2x the size it was before, and the definition around his face and head stands out.

Here his is in profile. You can see, in comparison to previous posts, that his skull is denser, his nose is more pronounced, as are his lips and chin. While his eyes won't open for another few weeks, his mouth can open and close, it's very cute.

We also got an upclose look at his heart which has grown to where you can see each of the four chambers each with specific function. The miracle of creation is truely humbling.

Here's another, staring him in the eyes. All you can really see is his head, and perhaps his fist, but I think he is smiling! I know I am.

And, as any good husband, here's pictures of my ever-growing wife .

Reporting everyone happy and healthy in Az!

-Daniel