Brooks not Manolos

I know its been a while since I have posted but in my defense I've been busy. Being a father isn't easy. Plus, I have been celebrating the 27th world championship of a little squad that plays in the Bronx. (Sorry to all my Philly people especially Marlene who might take offense to that last line).

Who the hell am I kidding, I've been lazy these past few months. Marlene might be the greatest mom ever (sorry mom, but I don't remember those first few years) and Robinson is a very easy kid. I have no excuse for not posting more.

Marlene and Robinson and I travelled east a few weeks ago and the little man got to meet all his great grandmothers and a lot of aunts, uncles and cousins. He has no idea what nuts he is related to. They stayed back east while I returned to Seattle for a few days before I start traveling again for the next few weeks. I will end up going 17 days without seeing them and that's going to be really hard.

I had planned to live this amazing bachelor life out here, a male version of Sex in the City but set in Seattle. I would of course be Carrie as my obsession with shoes is borderline problematic. Unfortunately for me, the last thing I want to do is be single and childless. I miss Marlene and Robinson so much its kid of pathetic. Not to mention the fact that our apartment is basically a shrine to Robinson and I cant go 5 feet without seeing something that reminds me of him.

This has given me a new found respect for people who are away from their families for long amounts of time. The incredible sacrifice that our soldiers make, not only risking their lives but leaving their families for months and sometimes years at a time is incredible. It makes me feel very selfish for worrying about 17 days.

I wanted to end on a positive note and so I thought I would explain the magical powers of my sperm. In 2009 both Carolina and the Yankees won championships. That's not a coincidence. Clearly there must be some greater force out there and I am pretty sure that its me. There are of course limits to my powers, sorry to my fellow Knick fans, I dont think anyone is powerful enough to help them.

"Call in the Righty!"

Marlene and I went to the bullpen a few weeks ago for some reinforcements and we were lucky enough to have an ace waiting to come in and help us out. Marlene's mom (or Lola to Robinson) has been here for a few weeks and is a huge help.

Serious Robinson

Here is Robinson showing off his serious face

Robinson working hard

Here is the kid, tired as usual after a tough day in the coal mines.



-matt

Twice the Robinson for half the price!!!!

Here are the latest (mostly) and greatest (definitely) pictures of the kid. He is now doing long division in his head and can juggle 5 balls. Its really quite amazing.

I have been receiving hate mail for my less then frequent posts and so I PROMISE a new picture every day for the next week.

Check back and keep me honest

-matt

You asked for more Robinson and guess what...you got it!!!!!

Time is a really sad thing. It's actually quite maddening really. It never stops, never, not even the first week you are a parent and you just want to remember every single thing that happens. He is now 10 days old and already changing. It's amazing how fast he is developing. He can't read or count yet (which comes as a disappointment to me) but he is gaining weight and he is changing shape by the day. He is amazing and Marlene and I are ecstatic every second of every day.

Below is the second set of pictures for your enjoyment.

Matt

ROBINSON ANDREW MEJIA WEISS!!!!!!!!!!

Normally I am not short with words but these speak for themselves.

Marlene and I are in love and thanks so much for everyone's thoughts and prayers the past few days.











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