Monday, September 26, 2011
Friday, September 23, 2011
Let the countdown begin...
It's almost surreal to think that in just less than a week, our family will go from three to four. I already know that I'll fall deeply in love with her as soon as I lay my eyes on her, but I absolutely can't wait for those precious newborn moments.... the bond that forms almost instantaneously during those first few feedings, that crazy delicious new baby smell, and watching Philip handle a new little one with his perfect daddy hands....
I feel more ready this time to handle a newborn... yes, the nursery is complete and her dressers are packed full of way too many gorgeous girl clothes.... but the feedings, the sleepless nights, the tears, and the unkown of newborn... it doesn't really scare me this time around. I'm relaxed in the knowing that we're ready for baby number two... uncomfortable at almost thirty-nine weeks, yes... but relaxed.
So what keeps my mind racing during these last few days as a momma of one? My first baby.
I love our time together, our "Jacob and Momma time" as he says, watching his "Jacob and Daddy time"... and of course our family time. I still carry him on my hip the same way I did when he was six months old... we snuggle together the same way we did that whole first year... and we still read books every single day the same way we did since the day he was born.
And it's not that I think these sweet moments will end... I know there's more than enough love to go around. I just want to make sure that he knows he's still my most special and favorite first child.
I want him to know that we will still give him special alone moments...
That I'll still capture all of his crazy amazing soccer moves on camera...
That Daddy will always make time for a game of baseball....
And soccer lessons...
That yes, life is going to change, but it's going to get even better...
That there's not a doubt in my mind that he's going to be the sweetest, most amazing big brother...
That when the days get busy and stressful, I will promise to take moments out to breathe and relax and stop whatever I might be doing to watch him...
And of course, make some time to show his daddy how much I love him...
I want him to know that he's the reason I learned how to be such a good momma.
I got to share all of my first momma moments with him and that will never ever change.
Happy Friday to you. We've got some fantastic plans to welcome in fall this evening....
I feel more ready this time to handle a newborn... yes, the nursery is complete and her dressers are packed full of way too many gorgeous girl clothes.... but the feedings, the sleepless nights, the tears, and the unkown of newborn... it doesn't really scare me this time around. I'm relaxed in the knowing that we're ready for baby number two... uncomfortable at almost thirty-nine weeks, yes... but relaxed.
So what keeps my mind racing during these last few days as a momma of one? My first baby.
I love our time together, our "Jacob and Momma time" as he says, watching his "Jacob and Daddy time"... and of course our family time. I still carry him on my hip the same way I did when he was six months old... we snuggle together the same way we did that whole first year... and we still read books every single day the same way we did since the day he was born.
And it's not that I think these sweet moments will end... I know there's more than enough love to go around. I just want to make sure that he knows he's still my most special and favorite first child.
I want him to know that we will still give him special alone moments...
That I'll still capture all of his crazy amazing soccer moves on camera...
That Daddy will always make time for a game of baseball....
And soccer lessons...
That yes, life is going to change, but it's going to get even better...
That there's not a doubt in my mind that he's going to be the sweetest, most amazing big brother...
That when the days get busy and stressful, I will promise to take moments out to breathe and relax and stop whatever I might be doing to watch him...
And of course, make some time to show his daddy how much I love him...
I want him to know that he's the reason I learned how to be such a good momma.
I got to share all of my first momma moments with him and that will never ever change.
Happy Friday to you. We've got some fantastic plans to welcome in fall this evening....
Friday, September 9, 2011
Before we formally welcome in fall...
and a new school year and baby rooms and yummy new knits and hats and pumkpin spice (half-caf) lattes and afternoon starbucks snack breaks....
...I find it necessary to catch up on more of our summer fun.
Beginning with a visit from our good friends from Milwaukee. It's become the tradition (we are in year two) to alternate house visits for a way-too-short-weekend of playdates, catching up, and allowing the dads to revisit their college days (where they first met) and drink some beer.
I mean... what can be better than having a beer with your ol' college buddy.
If you ask me, it would be watching your little ones play together as if they have been best buds for as long as their dads.
And while I forsee an adults-only vacation with this amazingly sweet couple in the next several years, I wouldn't trade these moments of bringing our families together for anything.
June marked the start of soccer for the little one and he got right down to business with the sport...
There is just one rule that Philip has given to me before soccer mornings:
I am not allowed to dress Jacob... Philip says this is the one day (or morning) that he can put him in whatever attire he desires.... Exhibit A: Jacob's new El Salvador soccer outfit.
And while Dad stayed by his side for this session, this fall will mark the start of a new soccer session where the mommas and dads are off the field. And while I promise myself that I'll try not to run on the field too many times for some pictures, how could I possibly miss catching moments like this where Jacob follows the directions given to him by his "coach."
Just imagine how fast he will really run when he's not turning around to flash his momma these smiles...
This two-and-a-half year old is growing up quickly... He knows his ABC's, how to identify every letter of the alphabet, recognize every color and shape (including hexagons), count to fifteen, have complete conversations with you, cuddle his momma and his baby sister growing in my belly, and, oh yes, swing from ropes.
And yes, that's a momma bragging about her child... because he truly is that incredible of a child.
Not only is he the happiest kid I have ever met, he has the sweetest heart in the whole wide world.
Do we have our moments? Oh yes. We visit time-out every so often and have to sometimes be reminded to be a good listener and yes, some little one did crawl in our bed two nights ago at four o'clock because he "wanted to cuddle with momma"....
But for what some may deem the "terrible twos", I'd have to say there's nothing terrible about this time in our life...
The couch is awaiting... as well as a good foot rub from my Philip... I mean, I am almost thirty-seven weeks pregnant :)
...I find it necessary to catch up on more of our summer fun.
Beginning with a visit from our good friends from Milwaukee. It's become the tradition (we are in year two) to alternate house visits for a way-too-short-weekend of playdates, catching up, and allowing the dads to revisit their college days (where they first met) and drink some beer.
I mean... what can be better than having a beer with your ol' college buddy.
If you ask me, it would be watching your little ones play together as if they have been best buds for as long as their dads.
And while I forsee an adults-only vacation with this amazingly sweet couple in the next several years, I wouldn't trade these moments of bringing our families together for anything.
June marked the start of soccer for the little one and he got right down to business with the sport...
There is just one rule that Philip has given to me before soccer mornings:
I am not allowed to dress Jacob... Philip says this is the one day (or morning) that he can put him in whatever attire he desires.... Exhibit A: Jacob's new El Salvador soccer outfit.
And while Dad stayed by his side for this session, this fall will mark the start of a new soccer session where the mommas and dads are off the field. And while I promise myself that I'll try not to run on the field too many times for some pictures, how could I possibly miss catching moments like this where Jacob follows the directions given to him by his "coach."
Just imagine how fast he will really run when he's not turning around to flash his momma these smiles...
This two-and-a-half year old is growing up quickly... He knows his ABC's, how to identify every letter of the alphabet, recognize every color and shape (including hexagons), count to fifteen, have complete conversations with you, cuddle his momma and his baby sister growing in my belly, and, oh yes, swing from ropes.
And yes, that's a momma bragging about her child... because he truly is that incredible of a child.
Not only is he the happiest kid I have ever met, he has the sweetest heart in the whole wide world.
Do we have our moments? Oh yes. We visit time-out every so often and have to sometimes be reminded to be a good listener and yes, some little one did crawl in our bed two nights ago at four o'clock because he "wanted to cuddle with momma"....
But for what some may deem the "terrible twos", I'd have to say there's nothing terrible about this time in our life...
The couch is awaiting... as well as a good foot rub from my Philip... I mean, I am almost thirty-seven weeks pregnant :)
Have a wonderful weekend!!
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Hello, September
It's hard to believe we are getting ready to say goodbye to summer... even harder to believe that it has been over a month since my last post... and crazy to think that in just four weeks we will be welcoming baby number two into our lives...
And while there is absolutely no way to catch up on everything we have been up to this past month, a few collages of my wonderous iphotos will have to do for now...
We've been loving playdates with new friends, Cardinals games, and documenting that growing belly...
... Outings to absolutely every place in St. Louis, including Grant's Farm, the Science Center, Magic House, and the arch... and heart-shaped glasses, of course.
... very special anniversary outings with my very incredible husband... who continues to surprise me every day with the amazing person he is.
... and mini family getaways. We debated whether to do a mini Mommy/Daddy trip to end off the summer or take the little one and, well.... he's a hard one to resist.
It was a weekend full of mini golf, ice cream treats, swimming and lots of sun.
Did I mention how much this little one loves ice cream? He swiped my mint chocolate chip before I could even get more than a few bites in.
And the fishing. He's absolutely hooked on this activity, with no hesitation upon grabbing those dirty worms and shoving them on his hook.
And then it's one hundred percent concentration.
(of course, he's always willing to give his momma a quick smile)
and then...
the celebration.
Yes, we are about to say goodbye to summer and hello to a new little member of our family.
And some little boy (some two-and-a-half year old boy!) is getting very excited to meet his little sister.
Another post is sure to follow soon :)
And while there is absolutely no way to catch up on everything we have been up to this past month, a few collages of my wonderous iphotos will have to do for now...
We've been loving playdates with new friends, Cardinals games, and documenting that growing belly...
... Outings to absolutely every place in St. Louis, including Grant's Farm, the Science Center, Magic House, and the arch... and heart-shaped glasses, of course.
... very special anniversary outings with my very incredible husband... who continues to surprise me every day with the amazing person he is.
... and mini family getaways. We debated whether to do a mini Mommy/Daddy trip to end off the summer or take the little one and, well.... he's a hard one to resist.
It was a weekend full of mini golf, ice cream treats, swimming and lots of sun.
Did I mention how much this little one loves ice cream? He swiped my mint chocolate chip before I could even get more than a few bites in.
And the fishing. He's absolutely hooked on this activity, with no hesitation upon grabbing those dirty worms and shoving them on his hook.
And then it's one hundred percent concentration.
(of course, he's always willing to give his momma a quick smile)
and then...
the celebration.
Yes, we are about to say goodbye to summer and hello to a new little member of our family.
And some little boy (some two-and-a-half year old boy!) is getting very excited to meet his little sister.
Another post is sure to follow soon :)
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