The day after Christmas, Laurin, Casey, and little Carter came down to spend the weekend with us. Scott moved out a couple of weeks ago (which is actually pretty sad...we miss them!) so Jeff and I spent the morning transforming the guest room into a baby compatible room. We set up the pack-and-play and brought down the recliner. I ran out and bought a few baby items to always have on hand just in case (e.g., diapers, wipes, baby soap, lotions, etc.). We did everything we could to make it comfortable for the new parents and our grandson. That is so weird to say! We are grandparents. We were so excited when they finally showed up. Jonas wanted to hold Carter immediately. He was smitten. He was so enthralled with his little nephew. I'm not sure Laurin and Casey knew what they were getting into. I know they wanted to share little Carter with all of us, but I don't think they realized that meant very little time to themselves. They were so gracious though. I was actually really happy to have them with us. It would be more difficult for us to go up there and take care of them, but while they were here, I was able to make meals for them and simply try to do anything I could to make them comfortable as they adjusted to their new roles. It was nice to be here for when Laurin needed a moment to cry or when Carter was upset about being put in his carseat and I was able to get him to calm down. It was amazing how instantly my heart opened up a space for him. I am not ignorant to the fact that I don't share blood with Laurin and, by default, Carter, but I do share my heart...and hopefully, that's enough. It is impossible to explain how the heart can grow, but it does. There is always more room for people to love...and Carter has our hearts! (Prepare for picture overload!)
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