….because sometimes reality looks like this Phew! What a week. I usually live for the weekend, but this weekend Alan had to work on Saturday too, leaving me looking like John David does in the photo above! With Alan gone 11 hours/day and my mom gone, and still in recovery from the c-section, this week was one I will choose to never remember. Next week doesn’t look much better, but at least it will end at Friday. […]
» Read moreThis weekend the kids and Alan went to a family reunion in Georgia. So here I will attempt to tell you about a weekend…..that I wasn’t actually a part of! Ha! I’ve heard the story from several sources, and it sounds like a good time was had by all. They stayed at a park that boasted such amenities as spacious cabins and on-site alligators! To all of you that were there: I so wish I could’ve been there. Next year!! […]
» Read moreHis profile reminds me so much of Joshua This was Joshua at 2 months, a little older, but same profile. We are still using that blanket and night gown too. John David has not had a good day today, not unless you consider feeding the baby every 1 1/2 to 2 hours a good day, which I most certainly do not. This is one of those days when you just want some time alone, which is a pretty […]
» Read morefeeling a little bit cross-eyed…. I was looking through the photos on my tablet today, and I realized that I had shared all of the *best*, sweetest photos……but I did not share the funniest photos….. So here you have it: John David’s birth uncensored: These juice boxes they give to Mommy are delicious! I think Caleb kind of looks like a Dr. Seuss character in this picture. And yes, Nana is wearing 2 pairs of glasses. Aw, what […]
» Read moreThis is John David, officially 2 weeks old!! These days when I talk to people they ask me two very valid questions: 1. How are you? 2. How is J.D.? So let me answer those 2 questions honestly: 1. I attempt sleep 12 hours/night, but when you add up all the hours I spend during those 12 hours feeding and changing the baby, I sleep 7 hours/night. Seriously. I did the math. My gut is bloated and achy. […]
» Read moreJohn David, 8 days old I am now 9 days out from my c-section. I’m feeling better, but not great. C-sections are a literal pain, but of course it is worth it to have my precious new little man. Drugs have become a very important part of my life. (Sounds like a wonderful mommy thing to say, huh?) When they first sent me home, I tried to keep up with my own medication schedule. After twice taking the […]
» Read moreDaniel meets John David Today I’m uploading lots of videos of our children that will probably only be interesting to the grandparents. This one’s for you, Granddaddy, Nana, DaddyO, Nonna, Granddaddy and Grandma Cunningham!! : ) Dan loves babies. Dan loves baseball. John David was VERY sleepy after having his first bath at home. He did not enjoy the bath. For little ones with a cord, they cannot be submerged in bath water. They hate being cool, so it is […]
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Today was the fifth day after the birth. John David is still seriously sweet, and we are all so excited about him. Giving birth is such a strange adventure. It’s so weird how each time is a little different too. This has been a crazy week. Here are a few highlights from all the “postpartum” fun: #1. All morning I had a headache, and I couldn’t figure out how this could be. Hello? I’m taking 800 mg of ibuprofen, […]
» Read morePresenting John David! This was our smallest newborn yet, weighing in at 8 lb, 1oz. He is 21 inches of pure love. We are enjoying him so much. This was a c section, so we are still in the hospital. Pain levels are manageable but still a bit high for putting together much of a blog. ; ) Did you know that when you have a serious feeder of a baby like this one, milk can come in as early […]
» Read moremy 38 week photo I don’t think I look that shocking. I think I just look like a short-waisted 9 month pregnant lady. Still, I can’t wait to see how big he is. My guess is still around 8 1/2 pounds, but who knows! *** Prepping for the New Baby*** My parents arrived a week ago, and LOTS of work has been going on around here to prepare for the arrival of a tiny little new person! Last […]
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