On the Bright Side

Thanks to all of you who have prayed and offered suggestions for us. Jonathan has his good days and bad days, and every morning is an adventure since you never know what you're going to get. But here are some other things to share about Jonathan at this age...*Nursing is going amazingly well. I had so many issues with Lauren, that I'm honestly surprised at how much easier it has been this time around. (In fact, perhaps it's going a little too well. It's the only thing that will soothe Jonathan much of the time!)*He slept for 6 hours straight on Saturday night!! Unfortunately, I think it's because he spent most of Saturday crying and he was just exhausted. And last night he was back to his usual 2.5 hours of sleep at a time. But still! It was a great night and a good reminder that there is light at the end of the tunnel. *Things he likes: sucking on our pinkie fingers, the vibrating bouncy seat, walks in the stroller, laying on his side or tummy, watching toys that are dangled in front of him, being wrapped up in thick, soft blankets, being held upright, and eating! Things he doesn't like: pacifiers and bottles, the swing, laying on his back, going to sleep, and being left alone.*Lauren and I have been working hard to make him smile. I know it's still a little early for that, but he looks like he's really trying to respond to us when we talk to him. We've even gotten a few smiles, but I think they're just coincidence. By the way, does that last picture remind you of anyone? Here's Lauren at about 6 weeks old...