- News update: November 13, 2005 - Conner Paul Russell was born on Sunday, November 13th, 2005 at 7:59 PM. He weighed 7 lbs 2 oz and was 19 1/2 in long. He has brown hair and dark gray eyes. Check out the picture pages for more details.
- News update: October 17, 2005 - Once again preterm labor has reared its ugly head and then fizzled into nothing once the bedrest period passed. We're now taking bets on how late this baby will be. Remember, he's due the 11th so Thanksgiving Day isn't completely out of the realm of possibility.
- News update: September 10, 2005 - We know you've all been waiting with bated breath since the ultrasound results, so here it is: Conner Paul Russell
- News update: September 10, 2005 - Alex is 2! Can you believe it? Only 29,752 pictures since birth and we've finally made it two whole years! Craziness! Thanks to everyone who thought of us over Alex's birthday. Hope your summers are wrapping up nicely.
- News update: June 15, 2005 - The ultrasound gave us no doubt, baby number 2 is definitely a boy. Now what the heck are we going to name him...?
- News update: March 04, 2005 - Our family is growing! A new baby is on the way and will arrive sometime around November 11th.
- News update: September 09, 2004 - Well, the first year is at an end. So much has happened and our little family couldn't be happier. Thanks to everyone who was able to come share in Alexander's big day. We're sorry the rest of you couldn't join us, but with the holiday season coming up fast we look forward to seeing you all soon!
- News update: August 16, 2004 - It's official! Alex is walking all over the place! Crawling is out and running is soon to follow. He's got his first pair of shoes and he's our little travelling man. Can you believe we're two weeks away from 1 year?!
- News update: July 14, 2004 - It's going to happen any day now...Alex is cruising along, and walking while holding our hand. He's going to make that solo leap before we know it. Our little boy's now got 6 teeth, he's up to 18 1/2 pounds, and he's coming fast on his 1st birthday! Stay tuned for more news on that exciting event coming soon.
- News update: April 21, 2004 - Well, life as we know it has changed for good. No more plopping Alex amongst his toys and going to do dishes or watch some TV. Nope, the easy days are over; Alex is a four-wheeling machine. Forward crawling has commenced with a gusto. No electronic unit, power cord, or furry cat is safe. Ah well, it was bound to happen sooner or later. :) Oh, and because crawling for a couple of days wasn't good enough, he has now started pulling himself up on anything and everything within reach. I figure he'll be running by sometime next week. I'll keep you posted.
- News update: April 5, 2004 - So much has happened in the last few weeks. Alex had a wonderful visit from his Grandma Hall. He is now officially sitting up on his own. And his Uncle John finally made Sara a true and official Aunt...actually, Alex's Grandfather Russell was the one to "officially" make Sara an Aunt, but John started it! (For those who don't know, Paul's brother John got married on March 27th and their father Jim Russell officiated the marriage. It was a blast!)
- Just when you thought it couldn't get more exciting...today Alex pushed himself up onto all fours! He also had his very first swimming lesson at the YMCA, and his second bottom tooth has begun creeping through. So exciting!
- More news in the life of Alex, as of February 19th 2004, he has begun to cut his first tooth! Very exciting, I know.
- We did it! We've now moved into our new home. Check out the picture pages for some chaotic shots of our new residence.
- Wish us luck, everybody. We're closing on our house on January 30th! Check out the picture pages for new images of our fabulous new kitchen.
- January 14th 2004, Alexander had another first...his first cold. A little fever and a little cough to keep mommy and daddy on their toes. Poor baby. :(
- January 13th 2004, Alexander had hit a major milestone...he rolled over! There's no stopping him now. If only he could figure out how to roll back!
- January 6th 2004, Alexander had his 4 month checkup. Apparently just looking like his father isn't enough for our son, he is now in the 50th percentile for weight and the 75th percentile for height. Next month...introduction to solids!
- December 31st 2003, Alexander gave his mommy the best New Years present ever...he slept for 8 count them 8 solid hours! It was the first full night sleep his mommy had in 4 months and 3 days! Yay!!!
- December 30th 2003, Alexander found his ears. I know this may not seem significant, but the ear pulling resulted in a trip to the doctor (can you say hypochondriac?) where we found that our very healthy baby now weighs 14 lbs 6 oz.
- November 28th 2003, Alexander started laughing! Carol and Lou Paolillo were babysitting, and apparently they're pretty funny because Alex's funny bone was tickled and he's been smiling and laughing many times a day since.
- November 27th 2003, Alexander slept through his first Thanksgiving with Nana & Pop Russell, waking just in time for dessert.
- November 23rd 2003, Alexander slept through his first Thanksgiving with Grandma & Grandpa Hall.
- November 20th 2003, Alexander experienced his first flight. He was an ace traveller, eating and napping at all the right times.
- November 18th 2003, Alexander had his fourth visit with the pediatrician. He weighed in at 12 lbs 9 oz.
- October 30th 2003, Alexander had his third visit with the pediatrician. He weighed in at 11 lbs 9 oz, was 23 inches long, and passed all examinations with flying colors. He got his second round of vaccinations and he did very well.
- October 10th 2003, Alexander had his second visit with the pediatrician. He weighed in at 10 lbs .098 oz, and they said he looked extremely healthy. He got his first round of vaccinations, he and mom both cried over it. We have both since recovered and today (the 11th) we're going pumpkin picking.
- We want to issue a huge "Thank you!" to everyone who has been so generous throughout the pregnancy and since the birth of Alexander. The phone calls, gifts, visits, and well wishes really have meant alot to us and have helped us tremendously over the passed few months. We are so very greatful to all of our family and friends for their support. - Paul, Chris, and Alex
- On September 11th 2003, Alexander had his first visit with the pediatrician. He was pronounced strong and healthy, and he weighed 8 lbs 2 oz.
- On August 28th 2003 at 10:39 PM Alexander John Russell came into this world, weighing in at 7 lbs 1 oz, via his mother after 14 hours of labor. Present for the delivery were Paul (proud father), Barbara Watrous (nurse midwife), and Pamela (the cool nurse in the purple scrubs). Anxiously waiting outside were Jim Russell, John Russell, Sara Matousek, Michelle Hall, Ron Morneau, and Reza & Teresa Rasoulpour. Head to the picture page for pictures of Alex as well as cool shots of the moniters everyone watched from the nurses station that show my contractions during the pushing phase.
- On June 21st 2003, Paul got his own baby shower; he's having a baby too after all. In preparation for the shower, Christine asked his friends some questions about Paul as a father. Here are the very amusing answers.
- On June 8th 2003, family and friends gathered at the home of Val and Betty Vella for a second surprise baby shower for Christine. For a quick synopsis of the wonderful day, click here. It's raining it's pouring...
- On May 24th 2003, family and friends gathered at Casa Del Russell for a surprise baby shower for Christine. For a quick synopsis of the wonderful day, click here. It's raining it's pouring...
- On April 7 2003, Paul became a proud papa by adopting Colt. To catch the story in full, click here. The story of Colt.
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