dear sister

I started this post a while ago & I am now getting around to adding some (a lot of pics). I will admit it this is a little sentimental and cheesy, but we all feel that way some days right?


Dear little sister,

I do not think I could have been happier the day you came into our family. I waited and waited a whole 9 months for you to come out of mom's tummy. Since you've been around I have loved you only like I know how too. Whenever you cry I come running or jumping and I try to give you a soother, it usually works. I always say "suuushhh" it works too. If it doesn't work I call for mommy, because I know that is who you want. I always just want to make you happy. I am always quick to let people know that you are my "new baby sister" I just want them to know that we are together and always will be. I ask mom to let me hold you and she lets me because it's important that we are close. I want you to remember, so I ask mom to take lots of pictures of us. As soon as you came home I really wanted to get to know you. I was fascinated with you and liked to check out your 10 little piggies, I check to see when your eyes are open and closed. I know mom will dress up in some matching clothes and it might be cute, but only for so long. One day we will shop together but we might have to tell her we are too old to be matchy. I really am happy to share just about anything with you (including my cracker -which I am told I have to save for later, my cold, even my blankie). Don't worry I will continue to tickle your face, tummy & toes until I get a laugh from you. It is so fun and soooo not getting old having a new little sis around all the time. She is so all over soother control

sometimes nap times are shorter than plannednot afraid of a little diaper changing
getting her dressed

As a mom of 2 girls I really do hope that they are more than just sisters, I hope they are best friends. Maybe it's because I consider myself lucky to have 2 sisters that I have always been best friends with. I know I am lucky that we were and are such great friends. I think I can honestly say we never did have a phase where we did not get along. Fights didn't really exist. Unless you count the time I was a little upset when my sister ratted me out for stealing a box of smarties. The occasional debate when we both liked the same jewellery or outfit shopping and there was only one, or maybe the time when my little sister had her first kiss before me (nope wasn't jealous I snuck out with her he he). So really I just hope that Hannah & Sadie are always there for each other, no matter what. That's just my hope right now. I think they are off to a good start.

We always know how to have a good time!

Dear Big Sister,
I know I am teeny and may seem kinda boring to a 2 year old right now, but I am glad you are my sister. Even though I don't do a whole lot right now, you are always talking to me and trying to share and show me new things. Thanks for trying to "boo" my hiccups away as I seem to get them lots. Mom says that you smoother me sometimes and I need space but really can a baby girl have too many kisses. It is sweet of you to show me your toys and books and even watch t.v with me. I love your goodnight kiss and that you always come running to me in the morning. I know I can count on you. If I get left in the room you quickly come over to see me and are good and keeping me happy. Can't wait to grow up with you.
so none of these pictures are posed but Hannah did have a little help getting into the baby crib

good little multi-tasker

I think I noticed a trend we take a lot of pictures in the morning and evening & Sadie's fav. nightie is obvious

what we've been longing for

Summer is here. We are just lovin every minute of it! I get so excited on the first really nice summer days & try to spend every moment outside. I feel like have filled the last few days with sunshine and fun. Summer is the time to forget the housework only what is absolutely essential, because who the heck cares, and we all know it will be over much too soon.

Good bye house work!

Summer is a good excuse to wear your swimsuit all day, eat popsicles and freezies inbetween every meal, dig in the dirt, play in the pool, soak up the sun, make numerious trips to the park, eat outside as much as possible, and end each day with a necessary bath.

I have been meaning to put some of these newborn pictures of Hannah up for a while. They were taken when she was just over 1 week old and now she is one whole month. Yikes! Anyways they were taken by the amazing Alysha. Not only is she one of my sweetest friends, but she is so talented in so many ways and busy with her own kids, but still makes time for so many other people and things. She came right to my house and I probably could have run upstairs and snuck in a little nap (ok she even told me to) but it was fun to watch her work her magic and Hannah was a dream and slept so perfectly. The combination of her great work and my sweet little one pretty makes for perfection in my eyes. I LOVE them all so much. Thanks again Alysha









I adore these headbands that Alysha brought oh and of course she made them herself. The only problem with all these newborn photos is how do I choose my favorite. Seriously I could gush about Hannah and how sweet she is and all that but just come have a snuggle with her and you'll know.

lucky me

I get to wake up everyday and do what I love. It is what I am meant to do I am sure of it. I can't think of 2 better girls to do it with & the a better husband to have at my side. Most everyday I want to be a better mother, not because yesterday was a failure, but because I always want to be better and can be, and I think these two little darlings deserve it.
It is truly amazing the emotions and things I get to experience all because I am a mom. I love spending my days with my two girls. Being a mom is a title that I am grateful to have. Don't get me wrong I have my days or crazy nights where I wanna throw in the towel (sometimes I do & that's what husbands are for right?) & wonder how we will make it. I know there are those moments where if there is one more meltdown or if she doesn't eat some decent healthy food, or if she doesn't close her eyes and go to sleep right now I am gonna lose it. Then the moments pass and I'm sure my memories will fade. But I remember the times when I hear her around the corner say "nice tush mom" and see them reading a story together, the first smile and I love you with a kiss. Some days I really do think lucky me. Some days I even feel a little bit bad that Ryan goes off to work and I get to go meet up with kids at the park and let the kids play while soaking up the sun and chatting with friends. I choose to be the stay at home mom and he chose to go work (he he lucky me again)

I love my mom. It's days like this I get to stop and appreciate her and all she does. She is an amazing example to me in so many ways. I remember someone saying to me " oh you remind me of your mom" I didn't even ask them to expound, I just took it as such a compliment to me and of course called and shared my news with her. That's what my mom does she listens, she shares every bit of excitement, she is so giving and really just an all around great person to know. I love her for always looking at the bright side of things. I love her for taking the time to 'smell the flowers' with her grand kids. I do LOVE that she was around after Hannah was born and insisted I take afternoon naps and while she snuggled Hannah. I think she is one of the happiest moms I know. I don't know what I would do without her, and I don't know what I would do with out my little girls.
We spent the day with my mother in law. Who is really a fabulous mom, almost too great( in a good way). I say that because I married her son and now I have to try to tame Ryan's expectations sometimes. She worked outside the home, and still managed to have it soo together. She is an amazing cook, so organized, a great quilter, so supportive of her kids. Let's face it she is a lot of things I am not and so from her I can learn a lot. I love her for raising Ryan the way she did, for always being so sweet to me and LOVING her grand kids.
To all the mothers, happy mothers day!

She's Here

Hannah Sue

We are so so excited to have another little one in our family. Hannah arrived on Sunday April 18 @ 1:25a.m, she weighed 6lbs9oz. She is absolutely perfect, imagine that. I just love all the excitement of having a baby there is so much that makes her story special and one we will never forget. As far as the whole labor and delivery everything went really well and quick (I'd say that is a very good thing). I love that we didn't know what we were having, it made the whole thing so exciting and nothing beats the moment when you get that first cuddle with them on your chest, NOTHING. that makes every bit of my not so bad pregnancy so worth it. little tid bit about her weight we left the hospital thinking she weighed 7lbs, then on day 2 she weighed in at 6lbs 40z and I was thinking that's a lot to lose so quick. Then my sister looked at her scale pic and clearly she weighed 6lbs9oz. Glad we figured that one out.
Sadie was so excited to hold our new baby. Ryan now appreciates the efforts I make to do Sadies hair, he really had no clue what to do.

Yikes, here is our first pic of our family of four.

So far Sadie pretty much adores Hannah and everything about her. When she walked into the hospital with Ryan, her first words were "where's our baby?" She is quick to help in anyway she can and is quickly learning what babies are all about. They are best to look at and hold and snuggle with.
I have to add this Hannah has dark hair and a decent amount, it's worth documenting as I don't know how long it will last.

We came home from the hospital pretty quick, but we had to take Hannah back when she had a high level of jaundice. So she had to spend some time under the lamps and now we are glad to be back home.

We can't get enough of this face. What is not to love? thanks to grandma B for the smiles.

no joke

So this is either really lame (in Ryan's case) or good for a smile or laugh (in my case). I was putting away the dishes & went to put some tupperware away and found some tupperware in there WITH the leftovers from the day before. I smiled and laughed at myself. Come on, we've all done it or come REALLY close to pouring orange juice on cereal or putting the milk in the cupboard, right? I blame this on preganancy, mostly just because I can. Tell me I am not the only one who does something dumb and blames it on pregnancy.

Anyways still here I await the few phone calls I get daily from my mom or sister just 'checkin in' on me only to tell them NOTHING of the baby news. Ryan has started answering my EVERY call just incase. I'm really not to antsy yet. Last week the dr gave me a scare and pretty much told me I was going to have the baby (she thought I needed to be induced, sent me for an emergency ultrasound) Ridiculous I know I've had a whole 9 months to prepare but suddenly I did not want it quite yet. It is also ridiculous that I have yet to find out what I am having after the 6th ultrasound.
My Dad snapped this one of Sadie & I when we were visiting. I know I am getting bigger because Sadie just looks at me daily and says "you're having a baby"

trip to the zoo

It was a beautiful day today so we made a trip to the zoo. It was the first time we went to check out the new dinosaur park. It was pretty sweet. A lot of walking (but that's the zoo experience, and the joys of being pregnant I definitely notice these things).

Sadie wasn't too sure about these fancy dinosaurs that moved and made noise. This is her initial reaction when I tried to make her watch the dinosaur. She covered up her eyes followed by, "let's keep going mom". She started to like it a little more and kept asking the names of all of the dinosaurs.



I knew she fell asleep on the way home, but I forgot she had a chocolate granola bar in her hand. I was all excited that I wore her out and thought we could both nap... nope she woke up right after this.
Why does my kid have to grow up? Lately (right now as I am still in the process as we speak) it sure makes the bed time routine drag out.
Why did you have to give up the crib and move into a big bed?
Now you get in and out as you please.
Why did you have to learn how to open doors?
Now if I try to ignore your calls or you just want out you just come. Like tonight you came out wandered around upstairs looking for me and then found me downstairs.
Why did you already learn a million and one things to request at bedtime? It begins with "one more book, a toy, a drink, I gotta go potty..."
Why do you try to reason with me? When I think I'm being nice and leave a light on so you can read your books do you reply with, "but I can't read the words" duh
Why did you learn to be so dang sweet through it all? When you call "mommy can you come here for just a second?" in the sweetest little voice it's hard to be mad. Then you just share the most random thoughts in hopes of striking up a great late night conversation.
On one hand I'm thinking I must savour these little moments, on the other hand I'm thinking I gotta lay it down bed time means business right??