First Day of Preschool

Gavin started preschool on September 6th.  Mikayla had been in school for nearly a month and he was more than ready to go to school, too.  He was so excited that he came in to our room at 6:30am all dressed and ready to go. : )

Does that little face not just scream excitement?  He was so ready.  He jumped out of the car and ran into school without a look back.  I’m so happy that he is so confident and comfortable at school.  When I picked him up, he was all smiles and had so much fun telling me about his new teacher and new friend.  Such a sweet little boy!

Geaux Tigers!!

So for my last weekend off before heading back to work, we decided to have a crawfish boil with some family friends of ours.  It was a great day filled with lots of yummy food, good friends and FOOTBALL!  I’m not a huge fan, but my hubby is a very big football fan.  He has definitely brainwashed our children into having a deep love for all things associated with LSU football.  For the opening game, I really wanted the kids to “look the part.”  Gavin has plenty of game day apparel, but I didn’t have much for the girls.  Kayla has some t-shirts, but I really wanted something…well…cute.  So, I went to my mom’s and we made some pillowcase dresses with some fabric that my sister was able to find in Athens (land of the Georgia Bulldogs), of all places.  I was so pleased with how they turned out.

I also made matching hairbows.  : )

This is a pic of them on game day.  Brooke did not want to be held…maybe she was nervous as Jeremy and I were about Mikayla holding her all by herself.

This is a pic of Brooke in Jeremy’s lap…she was fixated on the football game.  Made Daddy quite proud. : )

2 month stats

A little late (seeing as how her appointment was on September 1st), but here it is:

She weighed in at 9 lbs. 15 1/2 oz. (25%),  was 22 1/2 inches long (50%) and had a 39 1/4 cm head (60%).  

She was not a fan of her shots, but with the help of a little Tylenol, she did great.  Naturally, she was cooing and smiling all morning before her appointment.   It always seems to work out that way.

May we never forget…..

I have some blogging catch up to do, but I just wanted to share some images from September 11th, 2001 that have always resonated with me.  Its been 10 years since that fateful day and I will never forget where I was and how I felt that day.  I hope that we never forget the feeling of national pride that followed.

I’m still speechless when I see this….how could something so big and seemingly indestructible just crumble?

Seems so peaceful, yet filled with so much pain and destruction.

My favorite.

Two months!

Dear Brooke,

Yesterday was your two months birthday.  I can’t believe that  two months have already flown by.  I go back to work in just a week and a half which makes me a little sad.  I just love being with you, but I know you will be in the best hands while I am at work (your Daddy!). 

You have graduated from the newborn clothes and are wearing 0-3 month now.  You are still in a size 1 diaper, but I think we will probably move to size 2 before you turn 3 months. 

You are still doing great with breastfeeding.  We survived the dreaded six week growth spurt.  You are not crazy about a bottle yet, but you will take one, begrudgingly.  Your dad and I are relieved that you will at least take one, because it will make me going back to work much easier.

You are getting better at sleeping.  I can usually count on at least one four hour stretch, but that will sometimes be as long as six hours.  Your napping pattern is starting to be a bit more predictable which is helping me gain a little more sanity.

You are one smiley baby!  I just love when I go to get you out of bed from a nap and you beam at me with your gummy grin.  You also do that when you are done nursing and have a full tummy.

You are such a sweet and easy going girl (unless you are hungry).  We love you so much and are having so much fun with you.  We are so happy to have you as a part of your family.

Love, Mommy

First Day of School

 

Mikayla started first grade today!  I absolutely can not believe how big she is getting.  It is going way too fast!  She has had mixed feelings about going back to school.  She is excited to see her old friends, make new ones and get to know her new teacher,  Mrs. Tenuto.  However, she keeps saying how much she will miss being at home and spending time with her family.  I tend to agree!  I am excited for her to learn and discover new things, but man, I miss that girl and her infectious smile!!

She looks like she is ready to conquer the world!  I am so glad that she has so much confidence.  I know that she will have a great day….I can’t wait to hear about it!

Blessing Day

On, Sunday, August 7th, Brooke was blessed at our church by my dad.  She kept up with the tradition of her sister and brother and was a complete angel during the blessing.   It was such a special moment for our family.  I am so happy that we were able to have most of the members of our families their.  It was such a good day. 

Brooke had lots of hands that went into making her blessing ensemble.  Her dress was sewn and smocked by Jeremy’ mother.  My mom crocheted the the blanket that she was wrapped in during the blessing.  My sister, Emily made the flower that was in her hair and the shoes that were on her tiny little feet. 

Our family

My three sweet children – so many blessings.

Sleeping Sweeties

Mikayla wanted to cuddle with Gavin the other night.  Summer is winding down, so I knew we won’t be able to have nights like these for much longer.  I went up to check up on them and this is what I saw.  So sweet!!

Old Soldier’s Day Parade

I love this parade.  It is your typical small town parade.  I was in it a couple of times when I was in high school.  I love taking my children to something that is a part of my personal history.  They had a great time.  Mikayla and Gavin had a blast getting candy ( and a ton of it!) and Brooke slept in the carrier for the entire parade.  She stirred slightly when the fire engine blew its horn, but that was it.  It always amazes me that babies can sleep through that, yet they seem to wake at the slightest sound in the middle of the night. :/

One month check up stats

Brooke had her one month check up today.  She now weighs 8 lbs 13.6 oz (50%), is 21” long (50%), and has a 14 3/4” head circumference (75%).  She is meeting all milestones and growing quite nicely.  She did have to get one vaccine, which was pretty pitiful.  I was glad that, all in all, though, everything went well.   Oh!  She also started smiling last week!  They aren’t a frequent appearance yet, but I just love seeing them. : )