Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Brady Taylor

at the hospital







dressed up for Christmas dinner


bath time


checking himself out in the mirror

Almost 8 weeks ago, we welcomed Brady Taylor into the world at 7 pounds 1 ounce, 19.5 inches long.  It's incredible how much love and joy this tiny little guy has brought to our lives. The instant we met him, we felt like he filled a space in our hearts we didn't even know was there and we suddenly couldn't imagine how we ever lived without him.  He's growing and changing every day and now weighs in at 11 pounds!  His current interests are smiling, cooing, cuddling, and checking himself out in the mirror.  These photos represent his first 8 weeks, in chronological order.
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32 comments:

  1. EricaJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    OMG, Val he is pure perfection!! God bless your new little family! XO

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  2. taraJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Congrats!!! He is precious! :)

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  3. Mrs. ParkerJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    Congratulations! What a handsome guy!

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  4. Lisa - respect the shoesJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Congrats to you and hubby!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    Congratulations Valerie! Been wondering how things were going for you :)

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  6. JennyJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    oh my goodness. what a good looking baby boy. congratulations!!!!!

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  7. Sweet Southern PrepJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    How exciting! Brady is the sweetest thing, thanks for sharing!! Congratulations!

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  8. Sarah B.January 18, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Yaaaay Brady! Can't believe it's been almost 8 weeks! He is SO handsome, Val! I would probably just stare at him all day! haha! Congrats! :)

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  9. Danielle (elleinadspir)January 18, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Congrats! He's beautiful!

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  10. Nicole MarieJanuary 18, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    prettiest eyes!!!!! congratulations!!!

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  11. SiriJanuary 18, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    What a beauty!! Congrats!! xoxo

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  12. AlexandraJanuary 18, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    OH my goodness! Congratulations!!! He is just too precious, and that name is SO cute. Those big gorgeous eyes are going to grab the attention of alll the little girls when he is growing up!

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  13. Kristin WJanuary 18, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    He's just precious!! Congrats!!

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  14. SarahJanuary 18, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    I'm so excited you posted pictures. Brady seems more and more handsome every day!

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  15. anneliseJanuary 18, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    Valerie! Congratulations! He is just divine. And you and Gabe look so happy, like you're smiles are going to jump right off your faces. I've been wondering what the latest was, I'm pleased everything has worked out perfectly. Congratulations :)

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  16. Jaime @ laviejaimeJanuary 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    congrats! what a sweet name. He is too cute in the elephant hoody!

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  17. Kristyn BurttJanuary 18, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Awwww, so sweet. Congratulations!
    KB

    (I'm actually in Detroit for NAIAS this week.)

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  18. JosieJanuary 18, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    Val! I was just going to e-mail you today to see how you are! He is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. You and Gabe must be so proud and he's such a lucky little guy to have such amazing parents!
    xo Josie

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  19. California WifeJanuary 18, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Oh my goodness Valerie, he is just precious! It's great to hear from you, congratulations!

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  20. Amanda @ Life with A.CoJanuary 18, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    Congratulations Valerie & Gabe!!! He;s suuuuuuch a cutie!!!!!

    Hope you are well!

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  21. AmberJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    many congrats. he is absolutely adorable.

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  22. GabrielJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    He is amazing; complete and absolute love and joy!

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  23. stephanie.January 19, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    congratulations!! xxoo

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  24. JessJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    congratulations!!! he is adorable! an absolute cutie, with the sweetest eyes ever!

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  25. AshleyJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    Congrats Valerie! He is SOOOO cute!!

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  26. AnnieJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    CONGRATS VALERIE & GABE!!!! He's a cutie! xo

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  27. Andee LayneJanuary 24, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    what a perfect little boy! congrats! we only have 8 more weeks to go till we meet out little girl! xo

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  28. kristalJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    So excited for you, you all look so happy!!

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  29. She Wore It WellFebruary 5, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Congrats to you both, he's perfect!! x

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  30. caknitterFebruary 11, 2012 at 12:16 AM

    Ohmygosh, I just saw this today. Congratulations to you and your hubby!! He's a handsome little guy.

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  31. this free birdFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    Val I just saw these. Girl, I'm bawling. Brady is so cute and his throw your hands up move is just too much. xoxo

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  32. Julie-White TapestryJuly 3, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    He is adorable!! Congratulations to both of you, you must be in heaven!

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