6 months old!!!

April was a big month for Baby Evan - he turned the big 6 months old!!! I can't believe how quickly the time is going by. He is growing up so fast. At his six month check up he weighed in at 23 lbs 8 oz, he is in the 99 percentile. He is measuring 28.5 inches in height which is the 96 percentile. The doctor says he is a BIG BOY!!!He is officially rolling over consitantly, beginning to sit up, and is starting to use a sippy cup when he eats his baby food.

We took Evan to the church Easter Egg Hunt - though he was unable to actually hunt he enjoyed watching all the other kids. Evan's friends Lola and Wyatt Harmon shared some eggs with him. It was so sweet.

On Mother's Day weekend Evan attended his 1st Auburn Baseball Game. He had a great time - and helped the Tigers defeat the GA Bulldawgs. I had such a special 1st Mother's Day with Evan and my sweet hubby.

I hope to post again soon!

Hugs to you all!!!

March Update

(St. Patrick's Day)
(Just another picture!)
(Squash- yummy!)

Well our Little Guy is getting ready to turn 5 months old - I can't believe how fast time flies!!!

Since our last post - Evan started eating babyfood - too cute! He loves to eat as you can tell by his chunky legs...he is definetly our chunky monkey!
He also has a developed a great passion of "talking" - we have lots to look forward to when it all starts to make sense...He gets his chattyness honest.

The warm weather is great - he enjoys his stroller rides and watching mommy and daddy work in the yard! We can't wait to get him back to the lake for his 1st boat ride.

Hugs and kisses!

EBT 3 month photos (34 photos), by Michelle Templeton

I'd like to share my Walmart Digital Photo Center photos with you. Once you have checked out my photos you can order prints and upload your own photos to share.... Just click on Evan's photo to see the album!

Some Cathing Up To Do...

(National Championship Game)
(Christmas 2010 = 2 months)
(Just smiling away for Mommy & Daddy = 3 mo 3 weeks)
(Tummy Time = 3 mo)
(Dedication - Jan 16th)


So I am soooo far behind on this blog. I have had a very special request to keep it updated - so here goes...

Since our last post...

We took Evan to the SEC Championship game...he did great - pretty much slept through most it of it...he was 5 weeks old.

During the month of December we traveled to grandparents to celebrate the holidays, he was such a trooper! On Dec 19th our little one rolled over (he hasn't done it since) but it counts!!! We thoroughly enjoyed having our new addition here for Christmas. On Christmas Day, Evan turned 2 months old...at his 2 mo check up he weighed 15 lbs and didn't even cry when he got shots.

For New Year's Eve we went to our friends lake houes...it was Evan's first trip to the lake...he is really looking forward to hanging out down there this spring in summer. Hopefully he will like it as much as Mommy and Daddy!!!

We were very brave and took Evan on his first plane ride to Pheonix, AZ to watch the Auburn Tiger defeat the Oregon Ducks...he also got to see the Grand Canyon!!! Here he also slept through majority of the game...it was amazing! He did so well with the time change, flying, and just being out of his comfort zone. We were very proud!
We had a very special Dedication Ceremony for Evan on Jan 16th. our "Uncle" Mike Wells conducted the service at his church in Auburn. We were surrounded by friends and family. My brother made a very special video...(check it out at the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQne8X8s0rA)

On Jan 18th I started back to work...it was bittersweet. Evan's "G" came over from B'ham to keep him that week. They sang, played,and got some good ole fun time together. The next week Evan got to spend time with his YaYa while Mommy worked. From what I have been told YaYa did get a little bit of rocking time in!!! :)
This was the week we discovered he was cutting his first tooth - though it hasn't come through yet...not sure what that was all about but you could definetly see the white of the tooth. Daddy also put together Evan's Jumparoo which is now one of his favorite things! While YaYa was here E-man turned 3 months old...he went to the doctoer got some shots and weighed in at a whopping 18.4 lbs (he is one big boy!!). We also had his 3 mo pictures made...Jennifer does such a great job!(www.jenniferharmon.smugmug.com ...Evan 3 mo ...Temp)

On Jan 31st Evan started the sitter, Ms. Betty is the best! She loves on him, sings to him, rocks him, treats him like her own. We could be more blessed to have such a loving, caring person keeping our little buddy. So, after only 3 days at the sitter Evan started with his first cold...so sad! :(
He is just now getting over it.

Okay - wow that was really really long but you are pretty much caught up. I pledge to do my very best to at least update his blog monthly for all you blog followers!!!

Hugs to you all!

1 month old

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Can you believe it - our little man turned one month old on Thanksgiving Day, we have so much to be thankful for!!!


We have been busy making fun family memories. We took Evan to his first tailgate party for the Auburn/GA game. He seemed to have enjoyed himself - he slept through the entire game!!! We celebrated our 1st Thanksgiving with him...and yep...took him shopping on Black Friday. We were AMAZED at how well he did. He pretty much ate and slept...occasionally he would wake up and check out the crazy surroundings! Jason's biggest memory for Evan is that he has been here to see Auburn defeat Alabama...and be #1 - not just once...but TWICE!


Evan is not completely sleeping through the night, yet...but we are hoping that will be coming soon! His 1 month well-baby check-up went well. He weight 12 lbs 4/5 oz and was 21.5 inches. He is growing so fast. He is beginning to crack smiles here and there and is becoming more alert during the day. He enjoys his swing, bouncy seat, tummy time, and his activity gym. He is a very happy baby that, thus far is very easy going. We don't have too much fussy time - usually when he is hungry, dirty, or just fighting sleep, but we are able to solve those issues!!!


There are not enough words to express how in love we are with our son. He brings so much joy to our home. It is so amazing to watch him. We are so excited about this new addition to our family and all the fun memories we will make!


We appreciate all your love, support, and prayers!!!

The Past two weeks!!!

Wow!!! What was life like without our little man. He has brought so much joy to our hearts, home, and family. I truly could not imagine a child more precious than ours. He is such a good, sweet boy!!!

The past two weeks have been such a whirlwind, with us all getting used to our new routines, sleep patterns, feedings, and travels. We have had our battles with getting Evan back up to birth weight but at our last visit (Nov. 11th) the doctor announced we had met and exceeded the birth weight...Evan is now 10 lbs 4.5 oz. Praise God!!! He is healthy and doing great. We go back for his 1 month check up on November 24th.

We had Evan's Newborn pictures made last week. He did so good. He was just precious!!! As you can see from the picture that our friend Jennifer did an AMAZING job. She is so talented!!!

To see more pictures visit: http://www.jenniferharmon.smugmug.com/ Password: Evan T

We will keep you posted on more updates!!!

Evan's Arrival Story

On Monday (Oct 25th) morning, I woke up around 6:30 thinking that my water had broken. (being new to this I wasn't quite sure what exactly was going on) Jason and I decided that we would pack the car and head on to the doctor's office since we had an early morning appointment. The doctor checked and confirmed that indeed my water was "leaking" and that I was 3 cm dilated but not in active labor. Dr. Grilliot sent us on the hospital. Jason and already called the parents to put on stand-by now he made the call to let them know we would indeed have our son within 24 hours.

We got registered and settled-in by 9:15. Around 10:00 they began the IV and Pitocin to start the labor process. By 12:45ish the nurse confirmed I was 6 cm and it was time for the epidural. Things progressed quickly and after 20 minutes of pushing our little bundle of joy, Evan Banks, arrived at 2:07 pm. He weighed in at 9lbs 12 oz and is 21 inches long. He is a very happy and healthy baby. We were surrounded by our friends and family.

We came home Tuesday (Oct 26th) evening and are doing great and getting adjusted to our new addition to the family. He brings so much joy to our lives. It is so amazing to watch him grow and change everyday. We are two very proud parents!

We are so grateful for all the thoughts and prayers that you all have showered us with. We continue to ask for prayers as we continue through this new chapter in our lives!