Aunt Nanny!

Aunt Nanny has arrived in Boston! Hampton has taken quite a liking to her already as he is as comfy as can be :) We are gearing up for my return to work...and what a way to wrap up maternity leave with two big events - the Red Sox winning the World Series and Halloween! Thank you Aunt Nanny for already being a wonderful and loving person in Hampton's life. He can't wait to spend so much time with you!!

Three Months Old Today!

Hampton is three-months old today! This past week has been awesome - he's slept for 10 to 12 hours straight for three nights in a row. What a treat for all of us, although I woke up all three nights worried whether or not he was breathing. I guess that's parenthood - you worry when you hear them and you worry when you don't hear them.

Next week, I'll return back to work. We're heading to the Cape to bring Debbie ("Aunt Nanny") to Boston on Sunday. Hampton is going to be the luckiest kid on the block with his Aunt Nanny. She is going to make him laugh and smile all the time. Maybe Hampton will pick up her southern accent too! My official day back is November 1 (Thursday) so the first three days we will transition. All I can say is that I'll miss the little bugger. Time has flown by over maternity leave. It is truly amazing to watch with my own eyes how much he's grown and changed. So, if I'm rather weepy over the next few days...ya'll will know why!

On a very upbeat note - GO SOX! A 2-0 start for the World Series makes us all very happy!

Daddy and Hampton before he leaves for work.

Hey! I'm cute at three months!

Red Sox Nation!

The Knight household is elated for another Red Sox World Series! Do you know what is significant about each Red Sox World Series? In 2004, Eric and I were married. In 2007, Hampton was born! Being a superstitious Red Sox fan, I think there is something about Eric and I's monumental events resulting in a World Series!

Before we get ahead of ourselves, we do have to admit the playoffs have been very exciting! Being from Ohio, we've had great banter with our Cleveland friends while the Sox managed to squeak out a victory in game 7. Hampton has learned that he is now eligible to wear as much Red Sox paraphernalia as his parents can get their hands on (poor soul). So, here are a couple of pictures of Hampton in his Red Sox gear. He wore the sweater and hat during the day and transitioned into his baseball shirt following his bath. Go Sox!

Fall Hike

Last weekend was peak foliage in the Boston area and we wanted to take advantage of it. Plus, we wanted to make sure Deacon snuck in every last minute opportunity to swim before the freezing cold sets in (although that really hasn't stopped him from getting into the water either). We met our friends Alexis and Billy Reilly. They have a darling little boy, Will, and a yellow lab, Jackson. Billy and Jackson hit the trails via mountain bike so Eric, Alexis, Will, Hampton and I ventured along a trail to enjoy the warm weather and fresh air.

On another note, Hampton has officially "found" his thumb! The amount of time Hampton will now self-sooth while he's laying in his crib or cuddling is priceless. Enjoy the picture of Hampton!!

Marin, Hampton, Alexis and Will hiking in the Fells

Deacon getting in what is potentially his last swim of the season

Painting the House (and then some...)

We finally got around to having the house painted. However, as the story goes with old houses, we were in for a little bit more than we originally bargained for.

Our friend Emmanuel Coelho (Coelho Contracting) sent his crew over to begin the prep work and as they were scraping they found A LOT of rot. So much rot that we ended up having to replace many areas of clapboard and all of our window casings. I knew that it was going to be pretty bad going into it, but the problem was beneath the surface so a lot of it was not apparent to the naked eye. The rot came from the wood they "covered up" last time the window casings were replaced (who knows how long ago that was).

So, although we were bummed it was going to be a little bit more involved than we thought, we were psyched to finally get it done and get it done right.

Before/During

Finished Product

Old Front Entry




New Front Entry



We've been wanting to put some window boxes up since we moved in.

Thanks Emmanuel and crew. You guys did a great job.

Grandma "GiGi" Comes to Beantown

Grandma Kevin ("GiGi") came to town for the past few days! Hampton sure enjoyed her company since the last time he saw her was at the hospital when he was born. GiGi got the hang of all of his personal favorites...and, she had a knack of holding him right when he needed a diaper change so she got her fill of dirty diapers. We also managed to squeeze in shopping with GiGi so Hampton got a tour of Newbury Street AND the new Natick Mall. We also enjoyed a fantastic dinner at Sorallina's where Hampton received many compliments for being so well behaved throughout the meal. We are looking forward to seeing GiGi again. Time flew by so we'll have to plan another get together soon!!

Lucky Hampton

Hampton is this the luckiest kid on the block. Last night, he met the infamous and beautiful Karol Zikas. And, we also asked Karol to be Hampton's godmother. For those who haven't met Karol, she is Eric's second mom and has been an instrumental part of his life. We are absolutely flattered that she will serve an important role in Hampton's life.

10-weeks...and growing!

Hampton just had his 10-week "birthday"...and check out his hair! We're having a ball with him. He's extremely interactive now - cooing, smiling, reaching and batting things. Too fun! Grandpa Ron was in town for a dental conference and he stayed with us. Of course, he spoiled Hampton with ample ball bouncing time. Hampton was so excited he went right to sleep!