At 4:35pm on Saturday July 26th, Archer James Jarrett was introduced to this world! He weighed a whopping 9lb 2oz, and was 22" tall.
Mom, Dad, and Archer all survived the ordeal and are in good health. Elora enjoyed her time at home with Grandma Leanne (who has helped us out so much in her time here). Everything went so well, that we were released by lunchtime, less than a day after he was born.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Finished Bedroom
Once, long ago, in a house far away, your Daddy transformed an office space into Elora's first nursery. When we moved to Lynnwood, we painstakingly recreated the experience in our new home, complete with antique chandelier and signature pink stripes.
Archer, when we found out that you were going to be born, your Mommy's mind went straight to work with an even bolder plan for your room.
After our move, the bedroom became a dumping ground. Mostly crafting supplies, but also spare furniture, baby gear, and whatever random boxes we couldn't be bothered to break down. It was... a little cluttered.
We also found a specialized chandelier and decal for the roof. Does the East and West look wrong to you? It's a strange curiosity that you'll only find when you have a compass on the roof. We spent much time puzzling this before making the switch.
Archer, when we found out that you were going to be born, your Mommy's mind went straight to work with an even bolder plan for your room.
After our move, the bedroom became a dumping ground. Mostly crafting supplies, but also spare furniture, baby gear, and whatever random boxes we couldn't be bothered to break down. It was... a little cluttered.
After great efforts, we got it cleared, except for the to-be-built crib and some furniture for working storage. Wait... isn't that the exact same Ikea shelf featured prominently when Elora's room? It SURE IS!
It took some time, but the curtains went away, a couple of coats of blue and white paint went up. And wallpaper border!
We also found a specialized chandelier and decal for the roof. Does the East and West look wrong to you? It's a strange curiosity that you'll only find when you have a compass on the roof. We spent much time puzzling this before making the switch.
THE FINAL RESULT! New window coverings, some clever rope shelves, and a day spent on the floor with an allen key.
36-Week Ultrasound
Sorry it's three weeks late...
Archer is going to be big one! At 36wks, already measuring 7lb7oz, already bigger than Elora when she was born. He's very active; moving regularly, kicking, punching, and even practice breathing.
Archer is going to be big one! At 36wks, already measuring 7lb7oz, already bigger than Elora when she was born. He's very active; moving regularly, kicking, punching, and even practice breathing.
Techno dancing...
Head circumference > 90%ile. Wonder where he gets that from...
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Nicknames (beta)
The nickname specification for Archer is still in draft stage, and is expected to publish in 2015.
For now, please follow these simple rules:
1. "Archie" is never okay.
2. "Archie" IS NEVER OKAY!
3. Every September 19th, Archer must be referred to as "Arrrrrrrrrch".
For now, please follow these simple rules:
1. "Archie" is never okay.
2. "Archie" IS NEVER OKAY!
3. Every September 19th, Archer must be referred to as "Arrrrrrrrrch".
Friday, March 14, 2014
Introducing Archer
Oops, we did it again!
Amber is twenty weeks pregnant. Somewhere in the vicinity of July 26th 2014, a baby boy will be joining our family: Archer James Jarrett.
This blog is the dual to Raising Elora, the blog for Archer's older sister, Elora. Why does Archer (or Elora) need a blog? I covered this in the introductory post of Raising Elora. There will be pictures, stats and other content of interest to those who have an interest in our son.
Why "Archer"?
Because he's the world's greatest secret agent!
Boy names were always a bigger debate between us than the girl names. Amber's love of Gaelic boy names often ran afoul of my desire for strong and simple (some would even say boring) names. "Hunter" would have worked, if not for already having Hunter the Cat. Wolf was briefly in the running. Sadly, the universe of Willow was not an effective source for boys names - I was vetoed on both Airk and Kael. I have been informed, though without any backing evidence, that "Madmartigan" is not an appropriate name for a child.
Up to and during the early weeks of pregnancy, our first pick was actually "Dylan". Archer came up, and while not initially our first choice, it quickly took root, and within a few weeks seemed like a foregone conclusion.
That's all for now. Ultrasounds and stats coming soon.
Amber is twenty weeks pregnant. Somewhere in the vicinity of July 26th 2014, a baby boy will be joining our family: Archer James Jarrett.
This blog is the dual to Raising Elora, the blog for Archer's older sister, Elora. Why does Archer (or Elora) need a blog? I covered this in the introductory post of Raising Elora. There will be pictures, stats and other content of interest to those who have an interest in our son.
Why "Archer"?
Because he's the world's greatest secret agent!
Boy names were always a bigger debate between us than the girl names. Amber's love of Gaelic boy names often ran afoul of my desire for strong and simple (some would even say boring) names. "Hunter" would have worked, if not for already having Hunter the Cat. Wolf was briefly in the running. Sadly, the universe of Willow was not an effective source for boys names - I was vetoed on both Airk and Kael. I have been informed, though without any backing evidence, that "Madmartigan" is not an appropriate name for a child.
Up to and during the early weeks of pregnancy, our first pick was actually "Dylan". Archer came up, and while not initially our first choice, it quickly took root, and within a few weeks seemed like a foregone conclusion.
That's all for now. Ultrasounds and stats coming soon.
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