There are so many cute pictures, I don't know which ones to post...But I will pick the best ones I know, Gio in the bath with Daddy, Gio sunbathing with Connor, Gio and his PopPop, Gio and my neighbor Carla, and both my men sleeping on the couch. I wish I could explain the feelings I feel when I see my husband and my son, but the best I can do is say I'm in love every day I have with them.

I started back to work this past Monday and I must say I felt a bit guilty leaving Gio, even though he was with his Momom.  I was good and I didn't call even once.  When I got home at midnight, Daddy had him in bed with a full tummy and a clean set of PJs.  That made me feel good.  The next day, I went to visit Nana at Connor's place while Suzanne was at work.  The boys enjoyed the play mat together.  I took Gio to the playground later and he sat in the swing all on his own!  I know all mom's say this, but my kid is so damn cute!!

Today marks the end of an era...My maternity leave is over and I start back to work on Monday.  I am looking forward to a routine again and of course MONEY!  I'm not looking forward to the bullshit that goes on at the workplace but hopefully I will find a teaching position soon so I can get out of the lab.  For better or worse, Steve's mom is out of work for a couple of weeks so she will sit with Gio when I head to work.  Thanks Mom!

We had a very good day today... Steve and Gio hung out on the deck for a while.  I invited The Family over for dinner and we all hung out enjoying the beautiful weather.  Gio wore his first formal outfit complete with collared shirt and corduroy pants and sun hat.  

Gio and I hung out all evening on our deck.  We ate dinner out there and enjoyed the sunset.  I couldn't tell what was more beautiful, the sunset or the way the sunset glowed on Gio's face. 

Today I gave Steve his annual hair buzz.  Gio tagged along in a backpack style carrier.  He finally crossed the 8lb mark and fit into it.  

We have had some great days and some not quite so great days, but as you can see, we have been enjoying our boy as much as we can.  Thank you to the grand parents for the afternoon breaks that keep us sane.  Especially to my sister and Conner who allow Gio and I to crash every afternoon.