Chances are all of you web-savvy internet people have already seen this. I mean, more than a million people have viewed it! But I simply must share it anyway. The video brought tears to my eyes, and I think the idea is simply brilliant.

I registered an e-mail address for Henry’s online scrapbook right away. In case you have something you want to share with him, his e-mail address is dearhenryjones@gmail.com. I’ll still keep his tangible scrapbook going, but I think an e-mail scrapbook will be an excellent way for family members to contribute.

We recently took Henry to the pediatrician for his two-month check-up. It reminded me that I wanted to talk about two hot topics: vaccinations and circumcision.

I’ll start with the easiest decision for us: circumcision. Although Matt is circumcised, neither of us could find a compelling reason to subject our son to having a piece of his skin cut off. When the time comes, we will teach him the importance of keeping it clean. If necessary, we will teach him how to have courage and self-pride, even if he doesn’t look like everyone else.

A kindred spirit e-mailed me to say that she didn’t want to circumcise her son but

In case you’re interested, here’s what we use constantly:

• Kimono-style onesies: Seriously, it is so much better to snap an outfit up, rather than pull it over a baby’s head
• Moby wrap
• Baby toilet
• Bath thermometer
• BOB Revolution Stroller
• Stroller car seat adapter
• Charlie’s laundry detergent
• California Baby Shampoo
• Muslin blankets
• Cloth diapers
• Car seat
• Car mirrors
• Essential Montessori products