Say Cheese!

Monday was Libby's one month check up with the pediatrician. She now weighs 8.13 lbs and is measuring 21 inches. Both put her in the 50%! It doesn't really surprise me...she eats like there is no tomorrow. Her hips also are right where they are supposed to be. I had been a bit nervous because she still had those frog legs at four weeks (which is caused by her being breech). However, they really started straightening out last week and the doctor says that for now, everything looks good!

Today, I arranged for Wil, a photographer, to come to our house to take Libby's one-month photos and to attempt to get a couple of pictures of both Evan and Libby together. It was a disaster, at least in terms of results. Evan followed Wil around the entire session with his "Nemo" camera. And everytime Wil took a shot, Evan took one also. So you can just imagine when it was time for Evan to get in the pictures. I don't know why I have two kids that seem to hate being photographed. The actual pictures turned out so badly that Wil didn't even charge me the entire sitting fee...hopefully at least one picture turns out so I can have Libby's birth announcements made.

My Turn!

Well, I am finally getting the chance to post. Not only do I lose my husband during football season, I apparently lose the right to internet due to fantasy football!

This weekend was the third annual golf tournament to raise money for Julia's scholarship. It kind of snuck up on me because I didn't help organize it at all this year due to my pregnancy. But from what I can tell, it was an absolute success due to all of the wonderful friends and family that turned out.

Evan went early with my mom so he could help out (that is a very big thing to him these days...he loves to help) but I didn't show up until 11 am. It was kind of cool and had rained, which was perfect weather for the golfers but I wanted to let it warm up before I took Libby out. We still made it in time to see Matt accept the prize for SECOND PLACE!! His team actually tied for first but due to the tie-breaker, they were awarded second. Either way, I think it is awesome and I am very proud of Matt!

It is late and I need to go to bed but I can't resist adding a couple of pictures of the kiddos...

Libby in her fancy dress.


I told Evan to look handsome for me and this is what I got. I think he's got it down!


Evan was so tired after the tournament but didn't want to take a nap. He finally went up to Nana, put his head on her shoulder and whispered, "I am so tired". He then fell asleep sitting up. It was so sweet!

Just Like Dad...

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Better Late Than Never...

Miss Elizabeth Paige is here!


Libby arrived on August 4th at 10:36 am. Even though she was a preemie, she still weighed in at 6 lbs 4 oz and was 19 3/4 inches long!

I feel terrible that this post is coming as she turns one month old but we will celebrate by posting some pictures of the little one!

Such a proud daddy!


Because Libby had jaundice, she had to be supplemented. Matt took care of all the supplemental feedings...a huge feat because it took infinite amounts of patience!


What a great big brother!


The little lady.


This makes my heart melt!


Our new little family.


So with the arrival of Libby, I am more anxious than ever to really document her and Evan as they are growing up. Everyday Evan surprises me with his funny observations and sweet ways and I am terrified I am going to forget them. The baby book thing just doesn't really work for me so here is hoping that I finally start using this blog regularly and use it to capture all of my favorite memories!

Libby-Lou is Two!!

Poor girl didn't get a proper party with invites and a cake...but she did have an awesome day that included wonderful friends, pizza at the Hideaway, cookies and some presents perfect for a little diva! Also on the schedule was some jump time at BounceU, but the birthday girl was partied out and slept through the entire thing!












Next year...this girl is getting a celebration!!!!!

Another Update

I am finally getting around to making another update. Let me tell you...it is so difficult to be on bedrest and have no access to my computer. I keep thinking of all the things I could be taking care of but Grandma isn't technologically up to date. Oh well...I need to just be resolved to the fact that I will NEVER be caught up again.

Anyway, today is Evan's last day of being an only child. My c-section is scheduled tomorrow morning, August 4. The baby is still breech even though my fluids have increased to relatively normal levels in the last two weeks.

When I went in for my scan on Thursday, the levels looked so promising that my doctor considered trying to wait at least a few more days before delivering and I was so excited. As much as I am not enjoying being pregnant right now, I would love for the baby to have a few more days to grow. However, I have been having contractions for over four weeks now and they are steadily getting stronger. And when my doctor checked my cervix...I was dilated to a four! I am honestly surprised I made it through the weekend to 36 weeks but I feel better about scheduling her delivery knowing that she was going to come early no matter what.

Hopefully by the end of the week, we will all be home and I will have some pictures to share with everyone!

For now...here are a few recent pictures of my little trooper. I know the last month has been really difficult for Evan. We have been shuffled between houses and he hasn't seen nearly enough of his dad. But he hasn't complained at all and in fact has been a real joy during this difficult time. He is talking non stop and has the craziest imagination. I know he's my kid and all...but I am truly impressed at the things he thinks of!






And I don't have a picture but Evan did the cutest thing last night. He came into the living room with one of my tank tops hanging from his neck like a cape. He put his hands on his hips and said "Mommy, I am SUPER!"

If he only knew how super he really is....I love that kid!