Weekend Fun

So much to update on....

Lets start with this pas weekend, shall we?


Our weekends are filling up fast. This is about the time of year we have something going on nearly every weekend until January. I like it! I like to go and do. This past weekend did not disappoint.

Caleb was off this weekend, that always makes for a good weekend! We spent Saturday morning cleaning, mowing the yard, trimming bushes, and playing.

My cousin got married a few weeks ago. She had a really simple, sweet, and small ceremony, so they had a large reception Saturday afternoon. We made an appearance there.  I only took these pictures of Presley in her sweet monogram bubble!

Of course big brother had to get in on the action!

She loves Brady. She just watches and smiles at him!!! Love it!

We left there and stopped by my mom's house. I got Presley all settled and left her with my mom while we took Brady to the kid devo.

They had Kid Olympics this month and it was so fun for the kids and the parents. The kids were surprisingly competitive, but they also cheered each other on. Brady did great on the racing events, but not so great on the jumping events. Ha! It was funny! The parents were laughing because one minute we were so proud and excited for our children and the next totally embarrassed! Oh, Parenthood.

Brady dressed for the games.

 

Noah got a little distracted with this truck! Ha Ha!

Toilet paper wrap event. Some dads had to jump in to help.

 

They had to try to get the cookie in their mouth. It looks like some cheating is going on here.

 

Brady with his "gold" medal!

 

All the Olympians! They had such a good time.



 

The kids all had a great time. Brady was exhausted Sunday! It was a lazy day at my mom's in between worship services. You can always tell if it has been a good weekend or not by nap time on Monday. Both Brady and Presley slept for 3 hours Monday afternoon!!! :)

Mom and Tot swim

Yesterday we ventured out for Mom and Tot swim at our local swimming pool. They have Mom and Tot swim from the time school starts until Labor day. Brady loves it.  I love it. They only have the kiddy area of the pool open, so Brady can pretty much play by himself. It is significantly less crowded, so you actually get a lounge chair. AND it only lasts from 10-1, then they turn everything off so less fits when it is time to leave. Because, well, everyone leaves!

My sister and Noah, her neighbor and son, and her neighbor's mother met us there.

Brady had a great time. He has told me no less than 5,000 times that he had a great time!

Presley slept from the time we got there right at 10 until a little after 12, when I woke her to eat. I wouldn't have except I was afraid she would wake up and be ready to eat right as we were leaving. I try to avoid crying in the car as much as possible. ;) She did so good!

We had a great day and a great experience! I am learning how to deal with being outnumbered. I needed a good day today, because this week has not been so smooth. Thankfully, my husband saved me at the grocery store Wednesday and took the littles home. Unfortunately, he had to listen to the screaming the entire way, while I finished with my shopping. It is good for him to experience it a little, I guess. It makes the smooth days all the more sweet!!!

Little Mister and Sister

Brady is such a good big brother. He has done so well adjusting. He loves Presley and wants to help with everything! He wants to know where she is and what she is doing all the time.

He is usually not far from her. He has to know where she is at all times.

Brady has adjusted really well to his new sister. He does so well with the baby. He wants to hold her and help. He watches what we do and mimics us when we aren't around. He talks to her in a high pitch voice and says things like, "Hey pretty girl!" or "Are you gonna talk little girl?" It is so sweet.

One day Presley was playing in her activity gym and she spit up a little. Brady went and got a burp cloth out of her room and gently wiped her mouth all on his own. I walked in as he was doing it.

He loves to get her paci for her and put it back in her mouth when it falls out. He wants to help change her diaper and turn on her swing. He likes to mimic what she is doing as well. He will make the same noises. He also likes to get on his stomach and lift up his head, just to show me how strong he is. It is so funny!

He asks a ton of questions. Did God make our baby? Why does she sleep so much? What is wrong with her? Why is she awake? Is that how God wants you to feed the baby?  Can she crawl? Does she have teeth? What is she doing? Where is she going to sleep? Are those her pajamas? Etc.

The questions go on and on.

He hasn't shown a lot of jealousy. He only asked  my mom to put the baby down once and he doesn't seem to mind if I am holding her. He doesn't always like that he has to wait for things. For example, if I am feeding the baby, but he wants a snack. He has to wait until I am done, but he is usually fine until I can get to him. He loves Presley and doesn't seem to have any bitter or hostile feelings towards her. Brady is also pretty independent, so he does a lot of things for himself if I am busy at that moment. It is incredibly helpful, until it makes a big mess or he is independent when I would rather him ask for help. :o

He does crave mine and Caleb's attention at times. We are both trying to do better about having one on one time with him and giving him appropriate attention when needed. It seems to help. I try to sit with him while he is eating lunch and we read a lot of books before nap time. I also try to play with him some if Presley is asleep while he is awake. I can tell a difference on the days I don't do these things. He just has so much energy!!!

He wants to pick her up and hold her with out help. That can get a little challenging. I caught him one day trying to pick her up to hold her by her legs. He wasn't trying to hurt her, just pick her up. We have to watch out for that.

The boppy is a lifesaver when it comes to him holding her. It gives her the support she needs and allows him to hold her independently. He only likes to hold for approximately 1-3 minutes and I am right there the entire time.

Overall, I am so proud of him and how he has adjusted. Things get a little crazy from time to time, but Brady really has done so well. We have good days and what  have I gotten myself into days, but I had those with just one also. I just love watching him try to take care of her and love her. My prayer is that he always thinks of her as he thinks of her now.



Family Night!

Saturday the weather was perfect here. It was about 79 with a cool breeze. Caleb got home from work and asked if we wanted to take a walk. We decided to go to the park.

 Since Presley's birth we have been given several gift cards to restaurants. We decided to use one Saturday night and eat it at the park.

Presley and I waited in the car, while the boys pick up our food. Presley was so happy, smiling and cooing up a storm!

We ate and then let Brady play on the playground for a while. It was really crowded, but you can't really tell by the pictures.

Apparently someone has been watching too much gymnastics. We could not get Brady off the monkey bars! Ha Ha! I think Caleb has started planning Brady's Olympic career.

We finally managed to pry Brady off the high bar and take a walk. Brady started out on his tricycle, but made it about 2 feet. He decided he would rather ride in the stroller. Fortunately, we had both strollers in the car. I think Presley enjoyed the walk the most of all.

It was  perfect, cheap family night! Caleb requested we make this a regular family event. I think we will.

Updates

Sunday was our last Children's Bible Hour for the summer of 2012. Brady completed his worksheet, so he received a prize, a $5 McDonald's gift card. When we got home Brady exclaimed, "Hey Dad! Guess what, I got a McDonald's credit card!!!!"  He keeps us laughing!

Presley had her 1 month Dr appointment today. She weighed a whopping 10 lbs and 4 oz and was 21 1/2 inches long. Girl is a great eater. There are no concerns of how much she is getting here.

I had a super normal and low key birthday this year and it was just perfect. We had a really yummy steak dinner at my parents house. Caleb got me a cookie cake. I took in lots of kisses from my sweet babies. Noah(my nephew) got me a cupcake birthday card that said, "Happy Birthday Daughter-In-Law!" It was perfect.

Sunday morning when I got Presley out of her swaddle blanket to change her and get her ready for church, she started pee peeing every where. That is pretty normal, but I was rushing and wadded up her gown and swaddle blanket and thought I threw it into the hamper. Fast forward to Monday after I did the laundry I couldn't find the swaddle blanket anywhere. I looked high and low, but still couldn't find it. I jokingly said to Caleb I hope I didn't throw it away when I threw the diaper away. I started thinking and thought I should check the trash. Low and behold, there was the swaddle blanket and her gown. Yep, I threw it away! Way to go, Mommy!

We have a pretty normal week this week. Life with 2 kiddos is twice as crazy, but twice as sweet! We are really enjoying all of it! :)



1 Month and 28 years

Presley is one month old today!

Today also happens to be my 28th birthday!

This month has gone fast and Presley is growing like a weed. She has easily maneuvered her way into our family. It truly feels like she has always been a part of our family. She has her one month Dr. appointment next week, so I will update her stats then.

Of course Brady had to get in a picture.

At one month Presley is...

• nursing every 3-4 hours pretty regularly.
• The past few nights she has ate at 9-10pm, 2-3am, and 6-7am. Before this week she would eat around 10pm -12 am and was waking around 2-3am and again at 4-5 am and then again at 6-7am. She usually falls right back to sleep after a quick diaper change.
• She has developed somewhat of a routine, eat, wake/play, sleep.  
• She likes her bath, especially when I sit her up in the water. Her first bath was 7/16/2012.
• She loves the swing and her soft pink blanket.
• She is sleeping in the bassinet in our room. I will probably transition her to her crib over the next couple weeks, especially if her new sleep schedule sticks.
• She can still wear a few newborn clothes, but is mostly in 0-3 months and a few 3 months things.
• She is wearing newborn diapers and size 1, I am not buying any more newborn when we run out.
• She has found her voice. She oohs, coos, and smiles at us when we talk to her. 
• She makes this super sweet aaaahhh sound after she sneezes. It is super sweet and super girly!
• She takes a paci and likes it. Mams is her favorite. They were also Brady's favorite.
• She is usually has a 2-3 hour awake stretch in the morning or mid-day.
• She usually only cries when hungry or her tummy bothers her. Gas drops or feeding her usually do the trick.
• She does not like a wet or dirty diaper. It is a full time job keeping her in clean diaper.
•  She loves to snuggle and prefers being held close.
• She is holding her head pretty steady and gets stronger every day.
• She notices Brady and watches him closely.
• She loves her mommy. She and daddy are still trying to figure each other out. :)

She is such a good baby. She has her fussy moments, but even at her worst she is still pretty good. She fits so well into our family. Brady adores her and is constantly aware of where and what she is doing. We all think the world of our sweet baby and can't imagine our lives with out her.

The above pictures are from our second attempt at a one month photo shoot. These are from the first attempt. Just keeping it real!

The one good one.

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