Hello readers!
This post, i will be talking about Claras growing process.
I am always saying that i cant wait till she is old enough to talk an walk. But, when i really think about it, i dont want her to grow up. I want her to stay little. Because, i will never get these days back when shes older. They only happen once. So, in a way, Clara has taught me to live in the now. To cherish the things that are happening now, and to not worry about the future. But, there has been one thing i have been worrying about. An that is if me and Courtnee will stay to together or not. I know its good to stay together for the babys sake, but if we keep arguing and fighting all of the time, then its not. But, i still try to make things better. Well see.
Sorry readers, but this post i have to cut short. Things to do.
See ya!
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Monday, November 30, 2009
First Thanksgiving
Hello readers!
Sorry i havnt updated i awhile. Ive been really busy with school and obviously taking care of the baby.
Alot has been going on with my baby girl. First off, we recently celebrated Clara's first thanksgiving. It was great! She was able to visit Courtnee's family and my family. But sadly, she wasnt able to enjoy any of the great food that was served. She will next year. The only bummer about this years thanksgiving is that it was very short and sweet. isnt wasnt as exciting as every other year has been. But, that doesnt mean that we didnt enjoy ourselves.
Other news, Clara recently got her ears peirced. I wasnt to happy about it. I thought that it would be better if we waited till she was much older so that she can decide for herself. But, you cant dred on the present. If she doesnt want to wear them, she doesnt have to.
Courtnee and I have been struggling with our relationship. There has been constant fighting and bickering. Usually about me getting a job. But Courntee doesnt understand that if i work than who is going to stay with the baby. But, well see.
Tune in next time to learn more about being a teen father.
See ya!
Sorry i havnt updated i awhile. Ive been really busy with school and obviously taking care of the baby.
Alot has been going on with my baby girl. First off, we recently celebrated Clara's first thanksgiving. It was great! She was able to visit Courtnee's family and my family. But sadly, she wasnt able to enjoy any of the great food that was served. She will next year. The only bummer about this years thanksgiving is that it was very short and sweet. isnt wasnt as exciting as every other year has been. But, that doesnt mean that we didnt enjoy ourselves.
Other news, Clara recently got her ears peirced. I wasnt to happy about it. I thought that it would be better if we waited till she was much older so that she can decide for herself. But, you cant dred on the present. If she doesnt want to wear them, she doesnt have to.
Courtnee and I have been struggling with our relationship. There has been constant fighting and bickering. Usually about me getting a job. But Courntee doesnt understand that if i work than who is going to stay with the baby. But, well see.
Tune in next time to learn more about being a teen father.
See ya!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Adapting
Hello Readers!
Long time no blog!
Alot has been going on with the baby, and school has been keeping me pretty busy. Thats why i havnt had much time to post new blogs in awhile.
It has been hard adapting to Courtnee livinghere all of the time. Im not saying i dont enjoy it, im just saying its alot of work to keep a relationship going while doing school and taking care of a baby. But, we manage pretty well. There has been alot of tension in between Courtnee and i. I think its because, i have to be other places alot such as school an music lessons. Also, at the same time, Ive been trying to keep up with my health and i try to work out three days a week.
Clara has been growing more everyday. Its amazing to watch her become her own little person. Everyday i notice something little that is different. We dont know but we think she is goin to have red hair. I hope so. She is alos one of the longest babies i have ever seen. She is already over two feet long. I love my baby girl.
Well, ill check back in when i can. Until then, remember to always stay positive. Youll never ge through life happy if you dont.
Long time no blog!
Alot has been going on with the baby, and school has been keeping me pretty busy. Thats why i havnt had much time to post new blogs in awhile.
It has been hard adapting to Courtnee livinghere all of the time. Im not saying i dont enjoy it, im just saying its alot of work to keep a relationship going while doing school and taking care of a baby. But, we manage pretty well. There has been alot of tension in between Courtnee and i. I think its because, i have to be other places alot such as school an music lessons. Also, at the same time, Ive been trying to keep up with my health and i try to work out three days a week.
Clara has been growing more everyday. Its amazing to watch her become her own little person. Everyday i notice something little that is different. We dont know but we think she is goin to have red hair. I hope so. She is alos one of the longest babies i have ever seen. She is already over two feet long. I love my baby girl.
Well, ill check back in when i can. Until then, remember to always stay positive. Youll never ge through life happy if you dont.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Sorry.........busy
Hello readers!!!!!!
I am so sorry i have not been able to post a new update. My life as a teenage dad has been pretty hectic and crazy. But, everything is going just fine.
Clara had her first halloween! We dressed der up as a white tiger. She was so adorable. And yes, we did go trick or treating. Only the coolest of parents dress up and go trick o treating with their kids. Although it didnt last long, we still got alot of candy. We had the pleasure of having our freinds, Kelsey and Steven, join us with their little boy Jasper.
Ok, let me back track a little. We finally got around to getting her three month pictures done. She did so well. We havnt gotten the pictures back yet, but i just know that they will turn out great.
Courtnee, my girlfreind, has officailly moved in! Its so great to have Courtnee and Clara around all of the time. With that said, there times whe we cant stand the sight of eachother. But, i guess thats just young love.
From now on ill be posting at random. So, tune in everyday, and there might be a new post.
See ya!!!!
I am so sorry i have not been able to post a new update. My life as a teenage dad has been pretty hectic and crazy. But, everything is going just fine.
Clara had her first halloween! We dressed der up as a white tiger. She was so adorable. And yes, we did go trick or treating. Only the coolest of parents dress up and go trick o treating with their kids. Although it didnt last long, we still got alot of candy. We had the pleasure of having our freinds, Kelsey and Steven, join us with their little boy Jasper.
Ok, let me back track a little. We finally got around to getting her three month pictures done. She did so well. We havnt gotten the pictures back yet, but i just know that they will turn out great.
Courtnee, my girlfreind, has officailly moved in! Its so great to have Courtnee and Clara around all of the time. With that said, there times whe we cant stand the sight of eachother. But, i guess thats just young love.
From now on ill be posting at random. So, tune in everyday, and there might be a new post.
See ya!!!!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Daycare........
Hello readers!
Today i would like to talk about datcare. And how it is not fit for a child under two to attend.
Unfortunately, the only way Courtnee can pull off finishing high school, is if Clara attends the daycare at the school Courtnee is enrolled at.
It makes me mad that we have to have some stranger who i have never met watch my baby girl six hours evryday week day. Usually when my mom is off work she watches her one of those days so she isnt at a daycare everyday of the week.
Another reason why i do not like this daycare is that Clara has been sick alot lately. And the number one suspect, the daycare. And every day it seems, Courtnee comes home and says theres a new baby at the daycare. Honestly, how many babies can these people manage? Are they really paying attention to my baby girl's specail needs? I dont know.
I guess im just a parent.
Tune in on Saturday when i give you more insight on being a teen father.
Today i would like to talk about datcare. And how it is not fit for a child under two to attend.
Unfortunately, the only way Courtnee can pull off finishing high school, is if Clara attends the daycare at the school Courtnee is enrolled at.
It makes me mad that we have to have some stranger who i have never met watch my baby girl six hours evryday week day. Usually when my mom is off work she watches her one of those days so she isnt at a daycare everyday of the week.
Another reason why i do not like this daycare is that Clara has been sick alot lately. And the number one suspect, the daycare. And every day it seems, Courtnee comes home and says theres a new baby at the daycare. Honestly, how many babies can these people manage? Are they really paying attention to my baby girl's specail needs? I dont know.
I guess im just a parent.
Tune in on Saturday when i give you more insight on being a teen father.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Normal Teenagers
Hello Readers!
I dont know if i ahve told you this yet, but i have decided to update the blog every Monday,Thursday, and Saturday. Sorry about all of the updates. I just want to make sure that i can get everything in.
Along with being teen parents, its still ok for Courtnee and i to make time for just the two of us. This weekend, we were fortunate enough to have some time to focus on our relationship and go and see a movie together. It also gives us a brake from the baby. I know what you are thinking, how could you say that? Its not that we dont love our baby and want to be with her, its just that we need a little break from everything. Every night for us is packed, and personal time for ourselves is very limited. Sometimes you just have to make time to be a normal teen.
Some other new news i would like to share is that Courtnee is seriously considering dropping out of school and getting her GED. At first, i was all for her to finish school and graduate. But, given that she doesnt get much time to get all of her school work finished on top of taking care of the baby and making sure she can take care of herself at the same time. I know what your thinking, where are you in all of this? Well, im right by her side the whole time. But, i also have a bunch of things, including school, that i have to make sure i get finished. Because the option of me dropping out is out of the picture.
Meet me back here on Thursday for another update.
See Ya!
I dont know if i ahve told you this yet, but i have decided to update the blog every Monday,Thursday, and Saturday. Sorry about all of the updates. I just want to make sure that i can get everything in.
Along with being teen parents, its still ok for Courtnee and i to make time for just the two of us. This weekend, we were fortunate enough to have some time to focus on our relationship and go and see a movie together. It also gives us a brake from the baby. I know what you are thinking, how could you say that? Its not that we dont love our baby and want to be with her, its just that we need a little break from everything. Every night for us is packed, and personal time for ourselves is very limited. Sometimes you just have to make time to be a normal teen.
Some other new news i would like to share is that Courtnee is seriously considering dropping out of school and getting her GED. At first, i was all for her to finish school and graduate. But, given that she doesnt get much time to get all of her school work finished on top of taking care of the baby and making sure she can take care of herself at the same time. I know what your thinking, where are you in all of this? Well, im right by her side the whole time. But, i also have a bunch of things, including school, that i have to make sure i get finished. Because the option of me dropping out is out of the picture.
Meet me back here on Thursday for another update.
See Ya!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
The Beginning
Hello readers!
First, let me start off with telling you that i will now be posting Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Now, i want to talk this time about how all of this came to be, and how nerve wrecking it was when we first found out we were going to be teen parents.
Well, to begin, you obviously know how it really began. As teenagers, we were curious and had alot of different feeling as our horomones were blazing at full speed. After the deed was done, of course we thought of the cons of the whole situation first. What if you get pregnant? That can never happen to us. Stuff like that. But no. We were wrong. Our worries had become reality. The feeling you first feel, when you come across the little pink plus sign, is regret. And then something really weird happens, you start to feel this feeling of acceptance against the whole situation. Then, when you go t tell your parents, every little bit of regret and fear and nervousness and hatred(towards yourself) come raining down upon you. In our situation, we waited till a friday evening to break the news. We waited three days so we could let ourselves soak in the whole situation. I mean common, its not everyday you find out your going to be a sixteen year old parent. I remeber that night like it was lastnight. We ordered pizza, and both of us were eating extra slow in hopes of slowing down what was about to be revealed. We finished our pizza cleaned up our mess and went to the living room to regain every drop of courage we had left. After awhile, i walked into the library(where my father was sitting) and stood there in front my father. He eventually said. "Whats u pal?".And i simply sgrugged my shoulers, the usual response of a sixteen year old. I stood there for awhile and then he asked. "Do you need something?" and i responded with. "No im not asking for anything at all". And by that point i think he knew what i wante to say, but he just wanted me to have the courage to say it mysef. He told me that everything was going to be alright. And then right then and there, i told him. His reaction was calm and slow. And i remember exactly what he said at that very moment. "Buddy, youve fucked your life u pretty bad, literally". As soon as he said that, i couldnt help not to laugh. But, i hid it enough to where he didnt notice.
From that, we ended up talking to both my mother and father for a good hour. After Courtnee got off the phone with her mom we regrouped with my parents. They went out to eat, and oddly enough, we got to go play lazer tag with our friends. So i guess the night ended pretty well.
First, let me start off with telling you that i will now be posting Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Now, i want to talk this time about how all of this came to be, and how nerve wrecking it was when we first found out we were going to be teen parents.
Well, to begin, you obviously know how it really began. As teenagers, we were curious and had alot of different feeling as our horomones were blazing at full speed. After the deed was done, of course we thought of the cons of the whole situation first. What if you get pregnant? That can never happen to us. Stuff like that. But no. We were wrong. Our worries had become reality. The feeling you first feel, when you come across the little pink plus sign, is regret. And then something really weird happens, you start to feel this feeling of acceptance against the whole situation. Then, when you go t tell your parents, every little bit of regret and fear and nervousness and hatred(towards yourself) come raining down upon you. In our situation, we waited till a friday evening to break the news. We waited three days so we could let ourselves soak in the whole situation. I mean common, its not everyday you find out your going to be a sixteen year old parent. I remeber that night like it was lastnight. We ordered pizza, and both of us were eating extra slow in hopes of slowing down what was about to be revealed. We finished our pizza cleaned up our mess and went to the living room to regain every drop of courage we had left. After awhile, i walked into the library(where my father was sitting) and stood there in front my father. He eventually said. "Whats u pal?".And i simply sgrugged my shoulers, the usual response of a sixteen year old. I stood there for awhile and then he asked. "Do you need something?" and i responded with. "No im not asking for anything at all". And by that point i think he knew what i wante to say, but he just wanted me to have the courage to say it mysef. He told me that everything was going to be alright. And then right then and there, i told him. His reaction was calm and slow. And i remember exactly what he said at that very moment. "Buddy, youve fucked your life u pretty bad, literally". As soon as he said that, i couldnt help not to laugh. But, i hid it enough to where he didnt notice.
From that, we ended up talking to both my mother and father for a good hour. After Courtnee got off the phone with her mom we regrouped with my parents. They went out to eat, and oddly enough, we got to go play lazer tag with our friends. So i guess the night ended pretty well.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Growing Up
Hello Readers!
This post is all about my baby Clara. She has changed so much over her first two months of being on this earth. Even her personality has changed. She is definitely starting to become a little person of her own. It brings me so much joy to think that i get to witness her whole growing process, and that i get to guide her through life. And to teach her whats right, and whats wrong. I cant wait till that age where all ill hear is, daddy whats this, daddy whats that, why this daddy, why that daddy. I want to be there to tend for every need and to answer every question she asks.
I just want to share a personal moment i had with Clara this past week. Courtnee had to run some arrands so me and the baby layed down and watched tv together. We were all snuggled up and warm and relaxed, and i just thought it was the most perfect place to be.
Courtnee and Clara have been staying over at my house almost every day of the week now. Its great! Although, the stress does build up and things get tough, but all i hve to do is look into my baby's face and every negative feeling melts away.
Well readers, tune in on Thursday to hear more.
This post is all about my baby Clara. She has changed so much over her first two months of being on this earth. Even her personality has changed. She is definitely starting to become a little person of her own. It brings me so much joy to think that i get to witness her whole growing process, and that i get to guide her through life. And to teach her whats right, and whats wrong. I cant wait till that age where all ill hear is, daddy whats this, daddy whats that, why this daddy, why that daddy. I want to be there to tend for every need and to answer every question she asks.
I just want to share a personal moment i had with Clara this past week. Courtnee had to run some arrands so me and the baby layed down and watched tv together. We were all snuggled up and warm and relaxed, and i just thought it was the most perfect place to be.
Courtnee and Clara have been staying over at my house almost every day of the week now. Its great! Although, the stress does build up and things get tough, but all i hve to do is look into my baby's face and every negative feeling melts away.
Well readers, tune in on Thursday to hear more.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Moving In
Hello readers! I have a couple of things that i wnat to tell you that have happened over the past couple pf days.
First, Courtnee and i are trying to convince my parents to let her move in with us. Not only will it be much easier, it will give me more time for me to spend time withe her and the baby. My parents are just worried about us breaking up. If that happened it would become very uncomftorble. But, i know deep down, that we wont.
Secondly, Courtnee and i got a chance to go visit some friends, Kelsey and Steven, who are also teen parents. I enjoytalkingabout things that usual teens cant talk about to eachother. For example, Babies in general, diapers, baby clothes, formula, the latest and greatest baby accessories, and oddly enough poop.
Tune in on Thursday and ill update you even more!
First, Courtnee and i are trying to convince my parents to let her move in with us. Not only will it be much easier, it will give me more time for me to spend time withe her and the baby. My parents are just worried about us breaking up. If that happened it would become very uncomftorble. But, i know deep down, that we wont.
Secondly, Courtnee and i got a chance to go visit some friends, Kelsey and Steven, who are also teen parents. I enjoytalkingabout things that usual teens cant talk about to eachother. For example, Babies in general, diapers, baby clothes, formula, the latest and greatest baby accessories, and oddly enough poop.
Tune in on Thursday and ill update you even more!
Thursday, September 17, 2009
First Laugh!
Hello readers. I have exciting news to share with you! My baby girl Clara Belle laughed for the first time on Wednesday! I am so glad that i was able to experience it, and i hope it happens again this weekend when she comes to visit.
Recently, we have decided for the girls to visit on Tuesday and Wedmesday nights as well. Wich is great because i get to see them five days out of the week instead of three. Nothing thrills me more then knowing i get to spend more time with the people i love.
Im sorry there wasnt much to say for this week. Been very busy trying to manage school and still be able to practice my music and other hobbies.
See youm on Monday!
Recently, we have decided for the girls to visit on Tuesday and Wedmesday nights as well. Wich is great because i get to see them five days out of the week instead of three. Nothing thrills me more then knowing i get to spend more time with the people i love.
Im sorry there wasnt much to say for this week. Been very busy trying to manage school and still be able to practice my music and other hobbies.
See youm on Monday!
Monday, September 14, 2009
New Feelings
Hello readers. I have decided that i will be updating my blog two days a week now instead of one. I will be updating my life as a teenage father every Monday and Thursday. With that being said, I would like to share with you some of the things that went on with the baby's most recent stay.
This weekend i definitely had the work cut out for me. I found myself moving a million miles per second. Doing laundry, cleaning up the house, moving things around, in between diaper changes, feedings, and putting the baby to sleep. It helped me understand what it really takes to take care of a child.
Me and Courtnee had an interesting conversation this weekend on the fact that, we are in charge of another human life. Your problably saying, duh Thad you should have felt that in the beginning, but you dont. You dont feel it until you hold your baby and look her straight in the eyes and she looks back. Its an instant connection between father and daughter that, to me, feels absolutely extrordinary. I also find myself seeing other people's babies in public and instantly thinking of Clara.
Well readers, thats all i have for now. But tune in on Thursday and read the newest on being a teenage dad.
This weekend i definitely had the work cut out for me. I found myself moving a million miles per second. Doing laundry, cleaning up the house, moving things around, in between diaper changes, feedings, and putting the baby to sleep. It helped me understand what it really takes to take care of a child.
Me and Courtnee had an interesting conversation this weekend on the fact that, we are in charge of another human life. Your problably saying, duh Thad you should have felt that in the beginning, but you dont. You dont feel it until you hold your baby and look her straight in the eyes and she looks back. Its an instant connection between father and daughter that, to me, feels absolutely extrordinary. I also find myself seeing other people's babies in public and instantly thinking of Clara.
Well readers, thats all i have for now. But tune in on Thursday and read the newest on being a teenage dad.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Different Places, Different Faces
This weekend, my girlfriend Courtnee and our baby girl Clara Belle came to visit. And like always, we had a great time together. But this certain weekend happened to be labor day weekend. So, our little girl got to meet all new people, and at the same time, got to experience completely different places. It was also a new experience for me. Courtnee and I also got to go out on our own and be normal teenagers for a couple of hours. That may sound harsh, but really its not. Like ive said before, Courtnee and I had go from being teenagers to being parents in a matter of minutes. But, at the same time we still need to get away and be together as a teenage couple. And we have managed to stay pretty close as a couple. So, that concludes my entry for this week. See you next monday!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Introduction
Hi. My name is Thad, and I am a teenage father. My daughter, Clara Belle, was born July 23rd at 12:27 p.m. My life has definitely changed since she was born, but it has all been for the best. I am happy to say that me and the mother are still together, and plan to be for a long time. Life, in the beginning, was definitely hard. My mindset had to change from a 16 year old boy, to a 16 year old father. I can tell you right now that it was not a change that was easy to make. And there were some rough times, but me and my girlfriend Courtnee managed to push through them. I will be coming to you once a week, updating you on how my life has changed and what my life is like as a teen father.
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