Two weeks and counting

This week Maya had to say a teary goodbye to her Gran-E, Grandpa, and Aunt Jessica as they headed home to NY. Maya celebrated her first Chanukah which included a visit from Saba, Uncle Avinoam, and Shayna.

She continues to grow and get cuter by the minute.

2 Weeks with George

Cawfee tawlk - tell me all about it...

Getting taller

Swinging (in the rain)

Strolling with the blanket Savta made for me

Save the Tatas! (Thanks Aimee Leigh!)

Saba's little latke

Happy Mayakah!

Video of me holding my pacifier on my own (aka Maggie Simpson)

Recap of Week 1

Week one has come and gone. Maya continued to have family and friends visit throughout the week. She took her first sponge bath, went on her first outing to lunch with Gram-E, Grandpa Les, and Aunt Jessica, went to her first doctor's appointment and got her first vaccine, went back to the doctor's and got her first prescription (for thrush), went through her first package of diapers, and began to open her eyes to view the world around her.

Many have asked about Maya Josephine's namesake this week. Maya is named in memory of Akiva's paternal grandmother, Mildred, and Sharon's paternal grandfather, Joseph. Maya also holds the initials M.J., which is an approved nickname. MJ (Mary Jane) was a dear friend and colleague of Akiva's who tragically passed away at a young age. We hope that Maya will embody the wonderful traits of her namesakes.

Week 1 with Curious George

Am I getting bigger?

Three Generations

Silly Face

I like what I see
First visit to the pediatrician

First outing...paparazzi shot
What you talkin' about Willis?
Visit with Cousin Marcie
My first play date with Clara and Lucie

All snuggly after my bath

Sleeping beauty

Coming home

Here's the latest installment in Maya's life. On Friday the 12th we brought Maya home from the hospital. She continued to have many visitors and is enjoying her new surroundings.

Don't I have a pretty smile?

My nurse made me a pretty bow

Relaxing at the hospital

This is a comfortable burping position

Mommy's happy we're leaving the hospital

Eskimo kisses
I like to sleep in Daddy's arms
My friend Jessica is taking good care of meMy friend Mark has lots of experience with little girls

Sweet dreams in my car seatThe happy family is all packed up

I hope Daddy put the car seat in correctly
Welcome home!
The whole family togetherStrategically placed hands

Comfortable in Gran E's arms

You can cut the kvell with a knife

My happy place

Me and curious George

Let the growing begin

First days of life

Maya had an exciting first couple of days. She met her grandparents, aunt, uncle, and friends. Life at the hospital was non-stop excitement. Both Mommy and Maya had all of their needs attended to. The days were filled with lots of cuddling and kisses (and dirty diapers).

Our family continues to enjoy getting to know one another.

The next American Idol

Mommy giving me the finger

Mommy and me time
All smiles after a successful diaper change

Bonding with Aunt Jessica

posing with Uncle Avinoam

Gram E kvelling

Grandpa has been waiting for this moment

Savta can't take her eyes off of me

I like playing with Saba