Thursday, January 31, 2013

January was a pretty awesome month...

January was a memorable month full of moments to cherish...  

Bill, Cristina and I had the amazing opportunity to go to DC for President Obama's Inauguration festivities and it will forever be something we remember as a family. We also got to experience it with our close friend and Cristina's god father, Todd, which made it all even more special...and to hear President Obama acknowledge in his inaugural address that gays and lesbians should have equal and fair treatment under the law was so encouraging. And everyone around us cheered...I had the warm and fuzzies and wanted to hug the person next to me (but don't worry, it didn't happen). Some photos from the weekend...










Cristina also got to dress up in her cold weather clothes...which was fun...and cumbersome...all at the same time. But she was a trooper for the most part....





While we were in DC, Cristina got her first tooth! Once we figured it all out, we were fine...but the fever and the fits of discomfort threw us for a loop in the beginning. I swear we didn't give her whisky like some of our friends told us to do...


It was also the first time that our surrogate was reunited with Cristina since she was 9 days old. This was a very emotional moment...and I'm so glad we have such a special relationship with our surro. She's been absolutely wonderful throughout this whole experience. She even got to babysit a couple nights which was very cool...


And Uncle David got to see Cristina for the first time since we were all holed up in his place waiting for her arrival.  The reunion was very serious...but special...


We got to meet Baxter, son of Kevin and Jeff of Jeff and Kevin DC.  K, J and B graciously hosted us for brunch one Saturday and it was super fun to see B and C play together. Though Cristina was being a bit of a snob and well, Baxter was a bit upset when Cristina arrived. But in the end, we were super happy to see "The Boys", especially after all their hospitality when we were in DC in May for Cristina's birth. Baxter is such a happy little boy, and clearly has his fathers wrapped around his finger. His smile is infectious and I think Cristina is smitten.





To boot, we had a small cocktail party so we could see our friends from near (DC, MD and VA) and kind of far (NJ). Super awesome to see some of these folks after so, so long (25 years for some)...







All in all, Cristina was a wonderful little traveler, settling in for the 8h 45m direct flight to DC and then the 10h 20m direct flight home. We're getting lucky so far, but once she starts walking, it's all over (right?)...





And yes, we are still two of the luckiest guys in the world...


Be well everyone...and congrats to all those new parents out there!

Love and Aloha,
Cristina, Doug, Bill and Chloe


18 comments:

  1. Wow - that was some trip! It is so much fun to watch Cristina grow - and now to see her with Baxter was extra fun!

    And those first few pics of the Inauguration will last forever - awesome!

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    1. It was a special time and thanks for following along. And congrats to you two...little Miss S. is a cutie!

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  2. OMG - I love it! That is so fantastic that you guys got out there. Such an incredible history making moment that she will be able to cherish.
    Love the pics and the update. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. We were lucky and I had some work to do and Bill and Cristina came along...so yes, it was fantastic and historical! Super glad we got the opportunity...take care.

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  3. These pictures are so great and can I just tell you how jealous I am that you all went to the inauguration! I'm sure that was an amazing experience. I feel like Cristina has grown so much since your last post. Time is flying!

    That last picture is too much! Those lashes!

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    1. Thank you...it was a momentous occasion and I wish I could have shared it with everyone! Cristina is growing and time is flying and her lashes are captivating. I can't get enough of her adorable-ness (but I'm biased...lol)

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  4. Awesome pictures. Simply awesome. I'm not sure what makes me happier - seeing pics of you guys at the inauguration, pics of Cristina with your surro, or pics of you guys with Kevin and Jeff! All I know is, I love pictures.

    Great post! Well worth the wait.

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    1. Thanks Jeni! Everything about the trip was awesome. Barring the work I had to do on the front end. But hey, it was an amazing time and we got to do so much. Thanks for following along and being patient with my posts. :-)

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  5. What a memorable occasion! That would have been fantastic going to President Obama's inauguration and for Cristina quite an historic story for her. You all look so happy, contented and gorgeous.

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    1. A fabulous time was had by all. And we get to prove it to Cristina one day. PERFECTION...thanks for following along...

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  6. So many congratulations guys and gal! Seeing all those people that make your family so special.

    Cheers!

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    1. I have a soft spot for you, Sophie...so you're family, too! Hope you're weathering the weather ok over there. Big slobbery kisses...

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    1. Thanks BOYS! Hope all is well in triplet land...HUGS!

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  8. Beautiful to read. Cristina is gorgeous. :)

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    1. Thanks guys...keep the faith...and meet the challenge. Don't give up. You will be daddies..xo

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