October Update

So it's been a while - too much fun with Ethan! Here are some of the latest photos - http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=7711&l=452bb&id=1409269624 We'll post more soon!
Ethan has started crawling a little - lots of scooching and a little real crawling. He has also been loving peas and singing!

Fall Fun!

Here is a link to some additional fall photos. We spent last Saturday at Grandma & Grandpa B's pool - probably our last time for the season. Ethan also enjoyed watching two of his cousins play soccer!
http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=5474&l=4674a&id=1409269624

Ethan's First Notre Dame Game!

Two weeks ago we took Ethan to South Bend for the Notre Dame-Michigan football game. Yes, this is the day each year that Mark & I commit to strongly disliking one another... Thankfully, after two years of being pounded, Notre Dame was victorious. The last time ND won was on our honeymoon (yes, we got up at 5:45am Hawaii time to watch the game). We've been to the game each year since we met. After seeing the sights around campus, our good friends Zach & Rebecca met us at the stadium and took Ethan to their house to babysit while we went to the game. We owe them a day of babysitting once their little one arrives! Check out the pictures at the following link...
http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=5473&l=99abd&id=1409269624

Ethan's First UM Game

Saturday we took Ethan to the UM-Utah game. Grandma & Grandpa K met us to tailgate and then took Ethan to their house while Mark & I went to the game (they charge full price for an infant to attend the game plus it was really hot!). Ethan will be dressed in ND attire soon so ND fans don't worry!



Saturday we took Ethan to the UM-Utah game. Grandma & Grandpa K met us to tailgate and then took Ethan to their house while Mark & I went to the game (they charge full price for an infant to attend the game plus it was really hot!). Ethan will be dressed in ND attire soon so ND fans don't worry!

Catching up on Pictures

Time for us to catch up on some pictures & Ethan's new tricks including:
Grabbing his feet
Smiling
Sitting up in his new chair

Mark's baby pic

And here is a picture of Mark...let the voting begin!

Family Resemblance?

People are always commenting on how Ethan looks just like Sarah or just like Mark so we figured we’d post some baby pictures and let you decide if he belongs to either of us. These pictures of me (Sarah) include a great look at my Dad’s 1977 hair and how laws have changed from 1977 (though my Mom insists I did go home from the hospital in a car seat…). Soon we’ll post one of Mark – you decide!

Shampoo Rinse Cup

The Shampoo Rinse Cup is the first baby item that has dual uses for adults. Why you ask? Mark broke his arm yesterday in a mountain bike accident (he flew over the handlebars) and the shampoo rinse cup was invaluable in him washing his hair with only one arm. We knew it would come in handy! So far Mark is hanging in there - we'll hear back from the orthopedic surgeon today or Monday to see if he needs additional treatment. The doctor last night was hopeful for a quick recovery with no survery so we're praying that's the case!

Uncle Mike's Wedding

Thanks Uncle John for sending the pictures of Ethan & Mark at Uncle Mike's wedding! By this point Ethan had decided he was done with the tuxedo.

Ethan's first video blog

Ethan's Social Circle

Ethan's social circle has been expanding since his birth with many of our friends having babies! In this picture, Ethan contemplates whether Baby Boy Huber (due 8/23) will share his middle name after getting a tour of BBH's new bedroom.

Fun at the Lake

Sunday was a great afternoon at Long Lake with families from our Bible Study. If you'd like to take a look at the pictures, here's the link! http://picasaweb.google.com/boumafampics/LongLake83

Fun with Grandma & Grandpa K

Ethan loved spending two weeks in Alaska with his Grandma & Grandpa K along with many other friends and relatives. He & Grandpa had fun after Uncle Mike's wedding & he and Grandma loved moose watching (check the water!). We'll add a separate picture of the moose too.

Pictures at last

Finally we had a few minutes to download some pictures of Ethan's adventures! Ethan is growing and changing so quickly and we love all his smiles and expressions!

* Ethan relaxing after one of three weddings this summer - doesn't he look great in a tux?

* Ethan and Stan Stephens captaining the whale watching boat

* Ethan, Mom & Dad in front of Mears Glacier near Valdez, AK

* The family in front of a moose at the Knotty Shop near North Pole, AK

Catching Up

We can't believe that Ethan is now two months old (even had his first vaccinations at the doctor's office yesterday)! It's been an adventurous month and here are our highlights...

June 28 - Wedding for a high school friend of Sarah's - Ethan's first tuxedo!

July 3 - First trip to the zoo with Nicky & Alex and first time in Grandma Bouma's pool!

July 6 - First flight - Kalamazoo to Fairbanks, Alaska for Uncle Mike's wedding

July 12 - Sarah's brother Mike marries Laura!!

July 15 - Whale watching in Prince William Sound

July 19 - Back in Michigan!!

We'll post some pictures in the near future - our camera broke and we got a new one yesterday and I haven't transferred pictures! Ethan is doing a great job, sleeping from about 10:30pm-6:30 am each night! He usually takes one good nap and a few additional cat naps throughout the day. He is making us laugh with lots of smiles, tounge sticking out, and even laughing!

Ethan's Adventures

Ethan has had a big few weeks - from his Uncle Mike's wedding celebration to a 5K walk/run to the zoo (yes, he loved the animals despite sleeping through 99% of the day) and more! With all the excitement we've hardly had time to rest let alone tell the world about our adventures. Ethan has now met almost all of his extended family including his two great-grandmas - we'll post pictures soon. We continue to adjust to daily life and Ethan has decided that he does enjoy bath time. This picture is after a bath earlier this week.

Our big trip to Alaska is coming up soon - Ethan & Mom leave next Sunday and Dad follows on Thursday. Ethan's tux is ready to go and we keep telling him that he can't steal the show from his Aunt Laura too much!

Our Chunky Monkey!

Today was Ethan's two week doctor's visit. He did a great job; however, it's still a bit stressful from Mom's perspective. Talking to the doctor trying to ask questions while your child is getting over the pokes and exam and not too happy definitely raises the stress level! Ethan is healthy, happy, and eating well. How well you might ask? Two weeks ago, he was 7 lb. 11 oz. Today he weighs in at a hefty 9 lb 15.5 oz (90th percentile for weight - no wonder the newborn diapers aren't fitting any more and he poops right out the back of them!). He is also 22.5 inches, putting him in the 95th-97th percentile for height (yes, Dad is beyond pleased). We'll have to find a picture that shows off the second chin he grew in the last week.
In other news, Ethan has decided that he loves the front carrier - whether it's taking walks, vaccuming, or walking up and down (and up and down) the stairs. If you want a workout, swing by between 4 and 8 pm - the hours requiring constant movement!

A Slideshow of Ethan

We have more pictures for everyone to view from Ethan's photoshoot in a slideshow set to music. Check it out at www.ellendykstraphotography.com/bouma! We might be biased but we think he's a pretty handsome guy!

Ethan's First Photo Shoot

Monday, June 2nd was a big day for Ethan. He had his first photo shoot with Ellen Dykstra who does newborn photography. She came to the house and set up shop in the nook - lights, cameras, and backdrops! Ethan did a great job for about 3 1/2 of the 4 1/2 hours. If you'd like to see some of the preview pictures, check out Ellen's blog - http://www.ellendykstraphotography.com/ and click on the "blog" link. Ethan is "Mr. E" and is the first four photos. We'll post the complete link when it is ready! Here's one photo from Ellen - it's our favorite!

Ethan's Nursery

Just finished putting Ethan's name above the crib. Sarah found the basic design in Pottery Barn, and ran with the design from there!

Some new pics of Ethan. from yesterday and today. The one pic with Dad is falling asleep watching the Pistons' dismal performance in game 5 vs. Boston last night.

Some more fun pics of Ethan from yesterday, including a very happy Ethan after his first bath.

And He Has A Name...Ethan Michael Bouma

Here are some more pics from Sunday, May 25 when we brought Ethan home. Both Ethan and Mom are adjusting well to life at home!

Welcome Baby Boy Bouma!

Welcome Baby Bouma! (Sorry, no name decision yet). He was born at 1:47pm, weighing in at 8 lbs, 4 oz. He is 21.5". Mom and Baby are doing great!

Almost There!

Here are some fun pics of Sarah. We are just 2 and 1/2 weeks away from our due date of May 20!

Getting Ready for Baby

Baby B's anticipated arrival is about three weeks away and we're getting ready! We have a carseat but are still lacking a name for the little guy - please send any suggestions! We look forward to introducing him to everyone soon!