Update

Tucker is almost 4 months old and will head to the doctor in about 2 weeks for his 4 month checkup and shots. Since my last post, Tucker has started teething. He is drooling constantly. He has started to learn how to grab things and is enjoying putting them in his mouth. He especially likes my fingers. He also enjoys sticking out his tongue and blowing bubbles with his spit. Just this past week, he has started sleeping through the night...YAY!! He is sleeping approximately 7 hours before wanting a bottle and then will usually go back to sleep for a another 2 or 3 hours. Tucker is growing like a weed! We can't wait to see how much he weighs at his next checkup.

Leaving Tucker

This past Friday, my girlfriend Elizabeth and I took a road trip to Indianapolis to see Matt hard at work with Brooks and Dunn. This was Brooks and Dunn's first show back after being off for 3 weeks. The show was great and the crowd was really into it. Elizabeth and I had fun like usual. The only problem was that I had to leave Tucker behind with Grandma and Grandpa. This was my first time to leave him overnight. I think I handled leaving him better than expected. I missed him tons and couldn't wait to get home to hold him. Hopefully next time will be easier.

Nebraska

This past week, Matt, Tucker and I plus the 3 dogs drove to Omaha, Nebraska to visit Matt's family. This was the first time for any of them to meet Tucker. Tucker was welcomed with lots of hugs and kisses. While there, we met our Great Niece for the first time who was only 1.5 weeks old. We kept very busy, especially with it being the 4th of July. Friday, we took Tucker to his first baseball game. We watched the Omaha Royals play one of their last games in Rosenblatt Stadium. We also made a visit to the Omaha Zoo...lots of fun! Before heading back to Tennessee, we drove out to Walnut, Iowa to visit more of Matt's family. We made one very important stop. We stopped by Matt's mom's grave site to introduce her to Tucker. She would be so proud of Matt and how good of a father he is. Our trip to Nebraska was fun, but short. We can't wait for our next visit!

2 Months & Our 1st Father's Day

Last week Tucker had his 2 month check up. He weighed in at 9 lbs 1o oz and was 22.5 inches long. The doctor said he looked great. Tucker received 2 shots in the legs. He DID NOT like them...neither did mommy. We go back in 2 months for his next check up.

Last week we celebrated Matt's 1st Father's Day. We spent the day together as a family with lunch out and a little shopping. That evening we went to my sister's house for a cookout to celebrate Father's Day with the family and friends. Tucker gave his daddy a card and a book about fixing things. One day Matt can teach Tucker how to be Mr. Fix-It!

Beach Vacation

2 weeks ago, Tucker and I spent the week in Myrtle Beach, SC with my parents and sister. This was Tucker's 1st trip to the beach. Although very hot and sticky, the trip was fun. Tucker experienced the ocean, sand, and pool. He didn't seem to mind the pool as long as we kept moving around. We took Tucker down to the beach one night and were able to get some cute pictures of Tucker and the family. Tucker did well in the car until the 8 hour trip home turned into 12 due to traffic. We can't wait to go back to the beach with daddy in tow!

First Overnight Trip

This past Monday/Tuesday, Matt, Tucker, and I headed to Knoxville, TN with the rest of the family for the annual JCSCI Golf Tournament. This was Tucker's first overnight trip, which was a good test for this coming weeks trip to Myrtle Beach. Tucker met all of my dad's siblings and their families as well as Tucker's Great Great Aunt Ardie and Uncle Jerry who came down from Indiana. It was really cool to see 4 generations together...such special times! The JCSCI Tournament was a great success. Matt, Tucker, and I can't wait to do it all over again next year!

1 Month

Wow! Where has the last month gone? Tucker just had his 1 month doctor checkup. My baby is finally gaining weight. He now weighs 7lbs, 11oz and is 21.5 inches long. The doctor was very happy with his gain. Tucker also got his 2nd Hepatitis B shot. We go back in another month for his 2 month checkup. We have also received Tucker's baby pictures. They look amazing! I can't decide which ones to frame. Hard decision! :)

Tucker's Baptism & Mother's Day!

Last weekend was a very busy weekend for our family. After being gone for 16 days, Matt finally arrived home. Tucker, the boys, and I were very happy! Saturday was spent cleaning and preparing for a very busy Sunday. Sunday, not only was my 1st Mother's Day, but was also Tucker's Baptism. Tucker was Baptised at our church, St. Philips Episcopal Church in Donelson. We had many family and friends there including Tucker's God Mother Kim. Unfortunately, Tucker's God Father couldn't make it in from Nebraska to share in the festivities. After a beautiful service, everybody headed back to our house for a relaxing cookout. What a wonderful weekend with many memories!

Announcing the Arrival of Tucker Bock

We are proud to announce the arrival of our precious son, Tucker Madison Bock. Tucker arrived at 12:58pm on Friday, April 16th. Tucker weighed 7.1 lbs and was 19 inches long. Tucker looks just like his daddy. Mom and Tucker are doing well. Grandma & Grandpa Cochran are enjoying spoiling their first grandson. Many thanks to all of our friends and family who have visited us and shared in Tucker's first days of life.

T-minus less than 24 hours

Yikes! We are getting so anxious and excited! In less than 24 hours, we will no longer be 2...we will now be 3...Mommy, Daddy, and Baby Tucker! Today we had our last doctor visit. She said everything looks good (still breech). We are to arrive at the hospital at 10 am tomorrow and will be taken back for a c-section at noon. Within 10-15 minutes we should be able to say Happy Birthday Tucker!! We have been told that we will be in the hospital all weekend and will be able to come home on Monday. I can't wait to share pictures of Tucker with all of our family and friends. He is going to receive so much love! Both Matt and I as well as mom and dad will have our cells with us while at the hospital if anybody needs to reach us.