Remembering Grandpa Joe

Today we are remembering Grandpa Joe. He passed away on Saturday. Brock was very sweet when I was telling him about what happened he noticed the sadness in my voice and came over to give me a big hug and kiss. It's really amazing how much he knows and understands. Ryszard is with his family down in Pennsylvania for a few days and Brock and I are very sad that we are not with him. But we know that grandpa is in a much better place.

Joseph A. Milewski

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Joseph A. Milewski, age 85 of Plymouth, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2009. Born November 9, 1923 in Plymouth, he was he son of the late Stanislaus & Emilia Zbiszewski Milewski.

He was a graduate of Plymouth High School, Class of 1942 and later trained to become an automotive mechanic. He was a member of Good Shepherd Polish National Catholic Church of Plymouth and he had been very active with many church functions, including the Pierogi Project.

He was a United States Navy Veteran serving during World War II and the Korean War.

Prior to retirement, he was employed at Roscoe Millers, Eidam Cadillac, City Cheverlet, Kingston Dodge and Interstate Dress. He was also self-employed as an auto mechanic. He was a member of the Plymouth Senior Citizen’s Club serving as a bingo caller.

Throughout his life, he great enjoyed taking trips to Atlantic City, Wilkes Unniversity Basketball, the Philadelphia, Phillies, Penn State, Polka dances, fishing and He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his former wife, Emily I. Plaza Milewski; son, Rev. Joseph L. Milewski of California; brothers, Stanley and Anthony Milewski and sister, Bertha Dalkiewicz.

Surviving are his daughter, Louise A. Kuchinskas of Plymouth; 3 grandchildren, Ryszard Milewski and his wife, Jocelyn of Chicopee, Mass., Keri Kuchinskas of St. Petersburg Beach, Florida and Adrian Milewski and his wife, Wendy of Cheyenne, Wyo.; great-grandson, Brock Logan Milewski; sisters, Joanna (Jean) Lech of N.J., Josephine Buzin of N.J. and Anna Shedloski of Mountain Top; companion, Jeanne Krolikowski of Plymouth; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be held Wednesday at 9:30 from the S.J.Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 West Main Street, Plymouth, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 in the Good Shepherd Polish National Catholic Church, Plymouth with Reverend Pawel Filip, pastor and Reverend Doctor Czeslaw Kuliczkowski, retired pastor officiating.

Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.


We love you grandpa and can't wait to be with you again!

My little Man

Just a few pics of me and my Little Man!

A Happy 3 Months!

Brock turns 3 months old today! Can you believe it? I've gotta hold him tight in order to keep him from running away! {Brock has started leaning forward while he sits on my lap almost like he just wants to get up and run!} He is growing up so fast! I keep telling Brock that he can't grow anymore, because I want him to stay a baby, but he just won't listen... BOYS!

His minus mommy weight is : 17 pounds {that's Mommy and Brock on the scale minus Mommy's weight~ thanks to April for giving me the idea!}

Mommy and Daddy love you so much Brock! Wow! 3 months old! I still can't believe it!

Check-Up and Tummy Time!

Brock and I went to Shriner's Hospital for Children today for a quick check on his feet. The Physician Assistant Dr.Fahlin came in took off Brock's shoes and socks and put a little pressure on his heels by pressing the palm of her hand to the bottom of his foot and slowly bending his ankle to flex his heel cord. She says that everything looks great! Brock will continue to wear his brace full time for another 6 weeks when we will go back for another check up.
Every time I need to readjust his shoes I give him a quick foot massage and exercise his legs. He still has a little bit of a sore from wear his skin had been folded inside the cast, so I put a little bit of Desitin clear on that as well. I still can't believe how far his feet have come, and how different they look. I am anticipating our trip to Utah so I can show Nana what a difference it really is. {Pictures can only "say" so much} Brock also has a little bit of "tummy time" without his Brace on {usually at night when Daddy can play with us} and he's even started scooting around a bit. He also becomes very chatty, which is so cute. It makes me wonder what kind of stories he is trying to tell to us.

Wake up & Smile!

Just one of the many cute mornings I have with Brock!

Wake up little sleepy head!

Brock is such a sweetie! Lately when I come into the room to check on him while he's napping, I find him like this:

Not crying to be picked up. Just laying there looking around sucking away! When he does realize that I'm standing there looking at him, he starts to play !

What a sweetie! I just love him to pieces!

Brock Loves his Babcia!

Brock is lucky enough to see and play with his Babcia {Ryszard's Mom} almost daily. He loves when she sings to him. Today they had a little snuggle party before he started smiling away! Babcia loves Brock more than anything! {How could you not, he's too adorable!} And I love hearing her talk to him in Polish. Most of the time I have no idea what's being said, but I still love hearing it. {Maybe Brock will be the one to teach me Polish.} Just wanted to share a few more pictures of Babcia playing with her little LOVE!

My Little Wonder

Today I let some light in the window and decided to take a quick little photo shoot with Brock while he was sleeping. Then the words from Rob Thomas' song "Little Wonders" came to mind.

Let it go, let it roll right off your shoulder. Don't you know the hardest part is over. Let it in, let your clarity define you. In the end you will only just remember how it feels.

Our lives are made in these small hours. These little wonders. These twists and turns of fate Time falls away, But these small hours These small hours still remain

Let it slide, let your troubles fall behind you. Let it shine, till you feel it all around you. And I don't mind, if it's me you need to turn to. We'll get by, it's the heart that really matters in the end.

Our lives are made In these small hours. These little wonders. These twists and turns of fate. Time falls away, but these small hours. These small hours, still remain.

All of my regret will wash away somehow. But I cannot forget the way I feel right now. In these small hours These little wonders These twists and turns of fate.

Yeah, these twisted turns of fate. Time falls away Yeah, but these small hours, These small hours still remain

Can't Get Enough!

Why is it you can sit there and watch a baby sleep all day? Like there's nothing else going on in the world.



From the beginning Brock has been a sleeper. He is so adorably cute. I love the huge amazing grins he makes when he's sleeping. I always say it's his great grandmas up in heaven giving him kisses. Or as my niece Julia says, his "angel friends" are talking to him.



I think we're both right. But seriously I can't get enough of him. Especially when he is sleeping. Watching his little hands move about, and his tiny lips making the cutest kissy faces.



He's just too perfect!

What can I say, I made the cutest baby!

A Little Run Down Of Brock's Arrival

Ryszard an I are so happy to FINALLY have baby here! I was starting to get a little too impatient for his arrival. After church on Sunday, I was eager to get the ball rolling, so after feeling a few contractions I decided to go on a walk. While on the walk I called my mom and she had me put the phone to my belly and then talked to baby encouraging him to start making his way out! At around 9:35p.m. Sunday night, I felt a new sensation, (what I thought to be my water breaking) so we decided to head to the hospital. Sure enough I had ruptured and they admitted me. I needed to wait for a series of penicillin before they could really do anymore examining or start anything. (Sunday night was the longest night ever! Just being so uncomfortable and not being able to sleep and just waiting for 7:00a.m. to come around so we could start the Pitocin to get the contractions to move along faster because they weren't moving fast enough. By this point my contractions were getting pretty strong and my lower back felt as if it was hit by a mack truck. Despite my wanting to go all natural I gave into the Epidural after dealing with the pain for some 15 plus hours. At 1:00pm it was time to start pushing. Even though I was numb I could still feel the contractions (which felt more like cramping then) so the nurse encouraged me to push when I felt the need. A mere hour and 19 minutes later precious Brock was here. What a hard and painful process, but completely worth every minute!!!

Anniversary Flowers!

Something I totally didn't expect when Ryszard got home Friday.
These beautiful flowers! We were planning on going out to dinner for our 1st year anniversary. And that's all I really expected. and then in addition to these flowers I got this ....
and this.....
who doesn't love flowers??? And my great wonderful husband for his extreme thoughtfullness!
I love you babe!

Photo shoot

When Ryszard and I registered at Babies R Us, we were given a little gift box full of some fun goodies. Included within the box of goodies was a coupon for a free maternity shot at Kiddie Kandids. So since I had the day off of work, (with nothing else really to do) I thought I'd go get a pic or two taken. This one is my favorite. Just thought I'd share.

Ultrasound

Ryszard and I went to my 6th ultrasound ta few days ago. Everything looks great the baby was constantly sticking out his tongue (which was so adorable!) His weight is up to 3 lbs. 11 oz. Ryszard says I need to eat more so he can definitaly get the big baby he wants! Although if you ask me he'll love the baby either way! Although one thing we can definitely bet on is the kid has tons of energy, so I'm in for a life with a very active baby boy! yeah!

I Love~

My Wedding Shoes!
My shoes were the very first item I bought for the wedding. (Because as we all know, your shoes are the most important part of the day!) My mom just about freaked when I told her that I had bought Hot Pink shoes with white polka dots for the wedding. But how could you not love them???
They were perfect! And totally me!

I Love~

My Julia!

My neice Julia has become my little twin. Seeing as we are so much alike. She is absolutely one of my favorite people. And it's funny to think that she's only 8! Julia and I can talk for hours on end about everything! When we're together you'll most likely find us singing opera and dancing the night away!

I Love~

To See the Temple!

Without a doubt, some of the most gorgeous places on this earth! I love the gentle spirit you feel , right when you walk through the door! The amazing work that takes place behind those doors. If only everyone knew How amazing these precious buildings are!

I Love~

Scrapbooking! and my Mommy!

This is one of my favorite pictures, of the most beautiful person in my life! My Mom.

And I love scrapbooking so here you get 2 in one!

I Love~

Seashells!
It kind of goes along with my love of the beach. I love combing for seashells. I think it's amazing how many different varieties there are. How many different shapes, and colors, and textures.
(This is one of my all time favorite pictures. A few days before getting married in San Diego, Ryszard combed the beach for me. I love how his hands formed a perfect heart.)

I Love~

The Beach!
Whenever I'm near the ocean I ache to feel the sand beneath my toes. And every care just fades away!