Loving Life

Things are great! Abby is a wonderful baby, she rarely cries which makes her parents very happy, only when she needs to be fed or at bath time.  Here are a few new photos of our cutie!

The new family getting out to get a bit of fresh air.  Allie is taking care of her job to check on Abby.


Sunday we had beautiful weather. So we took advantage of it to get some fresh air and went for a short walk.  This is one of the many very cute outfits that my Aunt sent for Abby. The sweater was great to have for taking her outside. As you can see she still has a little growing before the bonnet will fit.

Pretty in Pink

Pucker those lips.

Happy Baby

Okay mom, really another picture?

She's discovered her thumb.


Happy mama and baby.

The first sponge bath....Abby was not a fan.

Allie checking out Abby.  Allie has become Abby's little protector.

What's this that you have in all that hair...a new chew toy?

Introducing Abby!

The long awaited day has finally arrived, and we are proud to introduce to the world Abby! She was born on Tuesday March 17th, St. Patrick's Day! Peggy began having some contractions around 11:00 Monday night, and we made our way to the hospital around 4 in the morning. By about 6:30 a.m. Peggy wanted to start pushing, but we were trying to wait for our doctor, who wouldn't be at the hospital until 7:00. Luckily he arrived shortly after 7:00, and after a relatively short labor (I can call it short as the Dad) Abby was delivered at 8:09! Peggy delivered Abby completely naturally, and she did an awesome job. She is 20 inches long, weighs 8 lbs. 13 oz., and she is absolutely perfect according to her parents! Below are some pictures and a short video of our new daughter!

Abby and a happy Peggy.

Abby checking out her surroundings.

Abby and Dad showing off.

Putting Abby back to sleep.

Here is Abby letting us know she's hungry.

Officially on Maternity Leave

We are 5 days out from our due date.  All the excitement for Abby coming early has played out to not be such a big deal.  Its been quite the mental game the past two weeks but the one thing about this all is I can't stay pregnant forever!  We are scheduled next Wednesday, the 18th, to have my water broken which will get things moving if nothing happens before then.  My doctor is convinced I will not make it till then, but I have a feeling I will. 

Last Friday was my last day of school for the year.  It's been a bit strange this week, not going into work and missing to see my kiddos each day, but I have really enjoyed having the time to relax and get some cleaning done around the house.  I know that once the baby arrives it will be a while before I experience the "R" word again so I'm doing my best to enjoy it for now. 

To practice up loading video here is a clip of our two dogs, Callie and Allie.  Allie (corgi) is usually the one that is the dominant dog. But for some reason Callie decided that she wanted the toy (very unlike her) and was not about to let Allie have it.