Saturday, October 28, 2006
Happy Birthday
On October 27th, I turned 32 (Yikes!). We had a lovely quiet evening at home, my favorite place to be. I got flowers, candy, and yummy margaritas. The best gift of all was time with my family.
Sophie is now three weeks old. She has more wakeful periods, but continues to be a very good baby. She has become quite a good little eater, too.
Friday, October 27, 2006
Pumpkin Carving
Grandparents
We had a wonderful visit with Grandpa Ralph and Grandma Shirley this week. We went to the pumpkin patch, Chuck E. Cheese, and out to dinner a couple of times. Madeline loved every second she spent with her grandparents. As did Sophie who got lots of snuggles, too. We tried a new Mexican restaurant last night (A+) and had cake in honor of my 32nd birthday.
Sunday, October 22, 2006
Baby's First Bath
Sophie had her first bath last night. She is such a joy. I couldn't believe she didn't cry, but actually closed her eyes in complete relaxation when I put her in the warm water. Do babies get any better than this? Sometimes I think I should pinch myself, she is such a dream. My birthday is Friday, and I already told Kent, no presents. I have everything I want.
Morning Moments
Story Time
Friday, October 20, 2006
I'm Growing!
Sophie had her two week check up today, and she's doing great! Her weight is up to 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and she is 20 inches long. She is a really good baby. She sleeps a lot and rarely cries. Dr. Kim says I can let her sleep up to 5 hours without a feeding at night now, so we'll see how she does. We can also give her a bath tonight, something Madeline has been looking forward to helping with.
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
A Couple of Cuties!
Sunday, October 15, 2006
Pumpkin Patch
While Kent and Adam watched Sophie and football (of course!), Mom, Jessie, Madeline, and I went to the pumpkin patch. There was a jumper, climbing toys, a tractor, goats, chickens, sheep, horses, roasted corn, hotdogs, popcorn, caramel apples, and tons of pumpkins. Maddie chose one for herself and a little one for Sophie.
Saturday, October 14, 2006
Grandma Connie
My mom has been with us since Tuesday, and it has been super great to have an extra set of hands and so much extra love around. Madeline and Sophie have enjoyed every minute of her visit, as have Kent and I. We even went to happy hour last night without the kids while mom babysat, something we have not done in at least a year.
First Outings
Grandma Connie purchased a new stroller for us and assembled it, too. Maddie can either sit or stand on the back, and she can get on and off easily. We also went to Griffith Park last Thursday so Maddie could ride the ponies and the train. I fed Sophie while Madeline, Grandma, and Daddy took the train ride.
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Big Sister Madeline
Maddie is an amazing big sister. She has adjusted beautifully to having a baby sister in the house (so far!). It helps that Sophie is a very quiet and sleepy baby (again, so far) who doesn't demand too much yet. Madeline loves to help hold and feed her now that her cough and cold seem to be on the mend. I feel so blessed and lucky.
Baby Sophie
Here you can really see how fair and light haired Sophie is. She seems so small to us in her 0-3 month clothing. When we took her to the see her doctor on Monday, she was down to 6 pounds, 9 ounces ( a normal weight loss according to her doctor). So far, she seems to take after Grandma Shirley. She likes to eat very slowly and has long narrow feet.
First Morning at Home
Sunday, October 08, 2006
More Pictures of Beautiful Girls!
Look At My Girls!
I still can't believe we have been blessed with 2 sweet, beautiful, healthy girls! Madeline and Sophie's meeting was one of the most precious moments of my life. Maddie was so excited to show Sophie the card she made her and the one she picked out at the store. (You'll notice Kent and Maddie are wearing SARS type masks. That's because they have both been really sick.)
Pictures From the Afternoon of Oct. 6, 2006
Here's a quick run down of the day: They started my induction drugs at about 11:30 am, checked me at 1:30 (5 cm.), checked me at 2:15 (7 cm.), checked me at 2:25 (8cm), the Dr. checked me at 2:30 and said let's go! Sophie was born at 2:47. Guess those pitocen drugs worked pretty well. Too bad though, my epidural didn't. Kent still can't believe I had such bad luck with pain medication twice now. It did suck, but at least it was a super fast labor. I am pretty sure we're done with 2!
Friday, October 06, 2006
Welcome Sophie!
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Baby Gets a Birthday!
Looks like we'll be having the baby tomorrow! The doctor is still a bit concerned about the baby's growth pattern, and the meconium during Maddie's birth. So, I am scheduled to go to the hospital at 7:00 am tomorrow morning to be induced. Hoping for a smooth delivery, and praying for a healthy baby. I'll update as soon as I can!
Monday, October 02, 2006
It's a . . .
BOY! It's a boy and a boy for Jessie and Carrie who both had their big ultrasounds today. Congratulations Jessie and Adam! Congratulations Carrie and Lyman! We can't wait to meet those sweet little guys!
Back to School Picnic
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