(All together now, Awwwwwww! Isn't this the sweetest photo?)Brien and Lil left for church around 9:20 this morning (and I was insanely jealous. Isn't it funny how as a kid if I could have gotten out of going to church I would have been ecstatic and now I desperately wanted to go) and Lissie took off by 9:45 or 10:00. My friend Janet brought dinner over around 10:30 and Jen and her crew arrived around 11:00. Miss Ellie sure is a popular girlie. :o)
Brien and Lil got home close to noon (the homily was lengthy and there was an unanticipated baptism) and Nan and Pop soon followed. We had a wonderful visit and now everyone is off at Carrabba's getting some grub while B, Ellie and I chill at home. Yes, Mom and Dad volunteered to take Lil with them and B and I are chllin' with the baby.
I'm doing much much better. It would seem the hormones have leveled out and although the sleep deprivation is still there, I feel like I'm catching up some--even with last night. ;o) Brien is staying home with us this week and I'm really looking forward to it. I LOVE having him home with us and it will be nice to be able to find our way as our own little family.
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A funny Lily story to end this. Joss came running into the family room where all the adults were gathered and I heard Lil calling from behind her, "Jocelyn is coming to tattle on me!!" A preemptive tattle per chance? We never did find out what Joss was supposedly going to tattle about, but we all had a good laugh nonetheless. :oP
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Today's Sparklies:
1. Visits with family and friends.
2. Sweet, tiny babies and funny, sweet four year olds.
3. Watching Jen's kiddos hold and visit with the Bean.
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This time last week I was desperately bouncing on the yoga ball, trying to entice the Bean to exit. Upon reflection, I would have been better off napping, lol! It's hard to believe I was only hours away from going to the hospital and delivering. Life can change in just a matter of seconds, that's for sure.
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Oh Rach, she is precious. I cannot believe she is here! So cute and tiny.
Glad you're getting meals from friends. I'd make ya one if I was close! Enjoy the week with B, I know I loved having Jack home!
She is beautiful! congratulations~
That no sleep for months is a real killer. Gosh, mine did the 3 hour thing for a few months. Thought I was going to die, but didn't.
That photo is wonderful! Hope Ellie has a better night tonight.
Missed the news !!! Congratulations ! She's beautiful ♥
I'm writing of things as they pop up.
1. They make a baby reflux wedge for babies to sleep up a bit on. Sometimes they give them baby heartburn stuff. When K- first came home, she had a few of those big ole vomiting while sleeping fits (I was horrified) but it stopped after a week or two. Their bodies aren't quite used to taking in food in this manner. It takes a while to get things rolling.
2. I was always ALWAYS! afraid that I would forget to change K-'s diaper. Don't ask me why. I also worried about her with SIDS, so I was up several times a night sticking my finger under her nose. I was afraid that the plates in her head fused too soon, but really she just has a "lumpy head" as told to me by the pediatrician. I thought that they would have to crack her skull open. Oooo! Remember my thinking she had measles this summer? Yup. The funky mommy ARGHS! sometimes linger, particularly after loss.
3. Gorgeous photos. I had to laugh at the "gas cap" pacifier! It's about a quarter of the size of her face, but if it works . . .
4. My/your peas are just starting up now! I'm so excited!
5. Perhaps Lily and Brien could resume Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics? Give them some Lily and Daddy bonding time in the hardware that they love so much! It was a bird feeder this week!
Rest well, my friend. Soon enough, the pattern will have been developed and life will be a bit more scheduledy-predictable.
Love the new name. Must change your name on the blog roll.
Hugs and love to you.
Yep Rachel, that picture is just beautiful. I am so glad to read that your hormones are leveling out for you. Sleep? Only day by day will tell sweetie. Sounds like a beautiful day of sharing your new treasure with those you love. I am so happy and relieved for you to have Miss Ellie Bean at home with you. Love you all.
Love and Hugs, Laurie
Pure yumminess :) (totally OT here, but I always make my husband sit in the section at church for the people who bring their small children and babies into the service. I L.O.V.E. looking at the itty bitty ones :)
I'm totally in love the new blog name. Ellie is delicious. And I'm SO glad you're feeling better!! Thank the Lord for that!! (:
Such a precious picture :) And how fortunate you are to have such caring and helpful friends and family! Not to mention hubby home this coming week. Good! Rest and relax all you can, you so deserve.
That is such a beautiful photo. I was sighing over it even before I saw your little comment underneath!
There is a special something winging its way over to little Miss Ellie.
Love,
Jane
i've followed your blog for a while. only commenting every now and then but just wanted to tell you congratulations. and i love the new blog name. it's perfect.
She is so precious and itty bitty! It sounds like you had a great weekend, and I am SO glad that you have your hubby home all week with you! :)
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