fp_66Initially Katherine didn’t really show much interest in Jonathan, as I think I said previously.  She cared if he had both gloves on (one was not acceptable) but otherwise, was content to ignore him.

I think over the past weeks, though, she’s gotten the idea that Jonathan is here to stay.  Robin has done a good job with referring to Thomas as “brother” and Jonathan as “brother” as well, and she’s now seeming to realize that Jonathan has some special status in the family.  The other day, she pulled up his blanket for him and gave him the pacifier when he was upset, so she’s obviously watching what’s going on and understands that we’re taking care of him.

Everyone seems to be adapting pretty well to the new family configuration.  We’re getting a bit less sleep than usual, of course, but it’s not overwhelming, we’re getting things done, and generally moving forward with life!  Jonathan is now 8 lb 5 oz, and is about the best baby ever in terms of being easygoing.  When he’s in his “happy alert” periods he’s both very happy and very alert, wanting to scrutinize faces and see whoever is talking (we’re monitoring this closely, as you can imagine).  His eyes are starting to lighten up as well so you can see the blue irises.  Fun stuff!