Sunday, November 29, 2009

Gobble Gobble

Whew...where do I begin? I feel like we've been out of town for a decade. We left Tuesday and headed to Houston to spend Thanksgiving with Wesley's family. Wednesday I did some shopping and we spent some great time with Wesley's family...and Hannah made a new friend!

Wesley's dad killed this bear several years ago and they made this rug out of it. They got it out when we were there and Hannah didn't seem to mind it at all!! In fact, she loved it!

Thursday we enjoyed some wonderful food at Wesley's Grandparents' house. So yummy!! Aunt Jenn and Uncle James gave Hannah this ADORABLE bib!

Aunt Jenn and Uncle James and Hannah

After a fun time with the Tylers, we headed to the White's to do Thanksgiving with them. Since we had all already eaten Thanksgiving dinner with the in-laws, we decided to do seafood. YUM!

While we were all together my mom wanted to get a picture for her Christmas card. First, the whole family. This picture cracks me up for so many reasons. I guess because it reminds me of how extremely chaotic it was trying to get 5 kids to look at the camera and somewhat smile. And it also cracks me up that some people are all smiles and ready, and the rest of us are so unprepared. haha!


Wesley has a remote for his camera and Carter and London thought that was the best toy, ever. Carter was snapping pictures all night long. Here is one he got:

Nice family picture, right? Except for the fact that this is our nephew, Grayson. haha!

After the family picture we took pictures of the kiddos for my mom's card. I'm not sure if the family pictures or the kid pictures were more challenging!

Well, we had lots of fun, but we are glad to be home!! We realized (after 7 months) that Hannah finally needs a real schedule. She didn't nap or sleep at night well and it was partly because we were in so many different places, but I know some of it is because she has no schedule. So, I'll be on house arrest for the next.....however long it takes to get a schedule down. Fun times!!

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Sicky

Poor Hannah woke up sick on Monday morning. I could tell Sunday night that she wasn't feeling good. Last week she started having some congestion and then Monday it all hit. Her eyes were watering like crazy, nose running and coughing and sneezing. It was the first time in over 6 1/2 months of her little life that she was sick. It was so sad. So, we decided to stay in our pajamas all day Monday!


After lots of rest and an antibiotic, Hannah is feeling much better!! Can't you tell?

Although I HATE seeing my poor baby not feeling well, I really enjoyed all the cuddle time and her letting me rock her to sleep a few times. She even slept with Wes and I half of the night. I know that's a big no, no....but it was fun and we all survived.

I'm so glad she's feeling better so we can go see all the grandparents and enjoy TURKEY!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Monday, November 23, 2009

Big Weekend

This was a big, busy weekend! We started off Friday welcoming my grandpa, mom and dad, brother and his wife and their son.

London's 3rd birthday was on Friday! What a big girl!! Saturday was her princess party at the Discovery Science Center. What fun. And when you are the birthday girl having a princess party, you MUST dress like a princess, right?

Saturday after lunch Wesley's parents, Paul and Ranell, got to town. Saturday was also Ranell's birthday, so we celebrated with a fish fry! It was so fun. My mom got this cake for all the events of the weekend!

Now, incase you are wondering why our families came to town, it's because Hannah and Marley were being dedicated at our church on Sunday. What a special day! We were so excited to have our families there to support our commitment to raising Hannah in church and teaching her to know Christ. We were so happy everyone was there and it meant so much to us. We are so thankful for our families. Thanks everyone!

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Sad day, new friend and a cutie!

Today I cleaned out Hannah's closet to finally make room for winter clothes. We finally need to start wearing long sleeves (kinda). Anyway, I was SO SAD to get rid of all her new born clothes. What if I don't have another girl and never see my sweet babies in these adorable outfits? I thought to myself, "I don't even have pictures of her in all these outfits and now it's too late!"

So, I'm on a mission to take a picture of every single outfit she wears from now until....forever! haha. Here is picture one.


This outfit is super special because it is the very first thing we bought Hannah when we found out she was a girl. We found out on December 23 and we bought this on December 26. I was so excited! It's just a little onesie, but for some reason I just loved it!

Hannah has found her new best friend, Jersey. However, the feeling is not mutual. Jersey doesn't care too much for Hannah, but at least made mommy happy and posed for this picture. haha!


And this picture was just too cute!

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Ears pierced!!!

That's right! Hannah's ears are pierced!! We were going to wait until Christmas, but I convinced Wes to get it done now. We are dedicating Hannah at our church next Sunday, so I wanted it done for that. That was a good enough excuse, anyway.
Here is a picture of them marking the spot...

Here is a picture just before the pain.
And then the next day after all the pain is over. Aren't they cute!!?

Monday, November 9, 2009

Big Girl!

Last week we had Hannah's 6 month appointment. With shots. Sad day. Anyway, we found out that Hannah weighs 15.5 pounds and is 26 inches long. That's the 35th percentile for weight and 82nd percentile for height. Long and lean....who would have thought? Ha!

At the appointment our pediatrician told us we could give Hannah anything that mashes (like mashed potatoes and refried beans.) He also told us we could start letting her "chew" on bagels and waffles...so cute!


We have started trying out a sippy cup with Hannah, and she seems to be picking up on it quickly!


Our girl is getting so big so quick!!

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Parental Care Ministries

Hannah's Pediatrician and his family (Dr. Barret) have a ministry in Mbarara, Uganda. Part of their ministry is to orphans. This is an amazing ministry they have created and you can read about it here. My sister and her husband adopted a child through Parental Care several months ago and after praying and talking about things, Wes and I have decided to adopt a girl, Catherine. Here she is!
She is 11 years old and I think she is just adorable. A sponsor of a child provides them with the necessities that we take for granted and most importantly, schooling. What an amazing thing to be a part of!

If you are interested in sponsoring one of these precious children, contact me or go to the website and you can contact the Barret's directly. I hope that you will prayerfully consider becoming a part of this ministry.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Cutie!

These pictures need no words!



Monday, November 2, 2009

Weekend Wrap Up

Hannah and I started off by shopping in Canton on Friday. If you've never been, it's a HUGE craft show kind of thing. There is anything and everything under the sun there. However, there wasn't too much I couldn't live without, so there are no fun pictures of all the fun stuff I got...bummer.

Saturday,as you know, was Halloween!!!!! My nieces and nephew came over to trick or treat in our neighborhood. All the kids were such cuties!!(London - Princess, Marley - Ladybug, Hannah - Flower, Carter - Superman)

Getting ready to go.....


Sunday (after enjoying an extra hour of sleep) we woke up and went to church. Hannah was so precious in her new dress and new bow!

And then this morning Hannah watched Good Morning America while mommy got ready.


What a fun and busy weekend....now for a fun and busy week!

Sunday, November 1, 2009

6 Months!

Dear Hannah,

Today you are 6 months old. You have been the most amazing baby in the world. I always tease people and tell them I don't know why God chose me to have the sweetest, most beautiful and precious baby on earth, but I am sure glad He did! Oh how our lives have changed and and oh how much fun you have brought to our home. Your daddy and I often find ourselves over your crib after you fall asleep talking about how beautiful you are and thanking God for such a special blessing. Who knew that a little bitty human could cause such a huge amount of joy?

At six months you are:

  • a supported sitter
  • eating cereal and pureed fruits and veggies
  • nursing every 3 hours
  • giggling
  • a squirmy wormy when I'm changing your diaper
  • in size 2 diapers (as of yesterday!)
  • wearing 3-6 month clothes
  • in love with your bear "lovey" thing
  • going to bed at around 8:00 every night
  • waking up at about 7:00 each morning
  • still taking several naps a day
  • grabbing for anything that comes close enough to you
  • still never crying (which I hope every post includes this bullet!)
  • the best thing that has ever happened to me and your daddy!
I fall more in love with you each day, little girl. I hope you ALWAYS know how much I love you.