Advice

During my showers, Bill and I asked everyone to write down advice they had for us as parents. The things written were so sweet and we wanted to share them with you.  So, here it goes:

Always put socks on a baby.  Give lots of love, have patience, especially with toddlers.  Let him be a boy, i.e. get in the mud, collect bugs, etc., but if he likes dolls, dishes, cooking, etc., then let him do that too.  ~ Aunt Deloris

Don't sweat the small stuff - Enjoy each phase of childhood.  Pray for him each day.  Speak blessings over him each day.  Always keep in extra set of clothes for him with you (at every age :) ) ~ Mom (Dianne Hantz)

Sleep when you can.  Love every minute of every day. . . It goes by so fast! ~ Valerie

(1) Buy lots of batteries for toys, monitor, etc, (2) you can never have to many socks, burp cloths, bibs; (3) you will get it as you go along.  I know you will be great! ~ Lini

You will be amazing parents ~ Candice

Well, I'm not much for parenting advice, so. . . call me if you need help with his medicine. ~ Nikki

Sleep when the baby is sleeping.  Always encourage.  Hugs & kisses always.  Rock them as much as you want! ~ Nana (Dianna Yarbrough)

Give Evan lots of love.  Always let him know how special he is.  Teach him about Jesus and that he always has a friend in Him.  ~ Tracey

Try not to let them start sleeping in your bed.  It is hard to break the habit once started. ~ Anonymous

Feel free to be mean when you discipline him.  He will love you for it later.  ~ Anonymous

Do the best you can.  Treasure every minute. They grow so fast.  ~ Grandma Hickox

Give him lots of love.  Have patience.  Take them to church and teach them about the love of God and to always trust Him to see them through an situation.  ~ Granny Cole

Listen to what they are saying -- Be a mother and a friend.  ~ Marsha Cole

Cherish every moment.  They grow up so fast.  Make sure to always have family time and try to be consistent.  It is hard sometimes.  Not to worry, you will be great parents. ~ Amber and Franco

Love every minute while he is little and spend as much time with him as possible.  They grow up way too fast. You guys will be great! ~ Candice Palmer

Try to always remember that Evan will only be small for a short amount of time in comparison to a lifetime. . .enjoy all the good and not so good because one day you will miss them both! ~ Ashley

Rock your baby -- don't worry about spoiling him.  The time you spend rocking will not be wasted - soon he will be running and busy on his own buy you will always be a welcomed, loving spot for him.  Also, make up silly songs - they love it when they are small and you can drive them crazy with them when they are teenagers. ~ Mimi

Keep his diaper clean. ~ Granny Hantz

Love this baby Evan and enjoy him.  Teach him to love Jesus and read to him everyday. ~ Jayme Martin

Show Daddy how to change his diaper.  Have lots of patience and pray often.  ~ Mawmaw

Be the boos and train him young. ~ Savanna, John and Eli

Speak blessings over Evan everyday.  Speak words of purpose and based on the promises of God.  Your affirmation will reassure him of his Heavenly Father's love & acceptance.  ~ Aunt Liz

Take time and enjoy him.  He will grow so fast.  Get a housecleaner! ~ Mandy

Thanks for all the great advice everyone!