It's an indescrible feeling knowing you are on the brink of something life-changing. The cusp if you will (thanks E). And it has been 10 million times better than I could have ever imagined.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
One Year Ago Today
I still barely believe it even when I look at the pictures. Today, last year, Mike and I went to an appointment after a long week of bedrest for me and was told that Carys would be induced on the 30th! The last appointment we had gone to we were told it would be early February (her original due date was the 10th), so the thought of having a baby in three days (let alone actually knowing when you would be having them!) was surprising and exciting.
It's an indescrible feeling knowing you are on the brink of something life-changing. The cusp if you will (thanks E). And it has been 10 million times better than I could have ever imagined.
It's an indescrible feeling knowing you are on the brink of something life-changing. The cusp if you will (thanks E). And it has been 10 million times better than I could have ever imagined.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
10 Days Until the BIG DAY!
10 more days...
10 more days until my daughter's 1st birthday. I absolutely cannot believe it. Yes of course this year has gone by quickly, but slowly at the same time. Both Mike and I at times have been anxious for the next step whether it was eating solids, sleeping through the night, crawling, (and now) walking. But we need to constantly remind ourselves to enjoy every minute of it. And now as her infant days are drawing nigh and we look towards toddlerdom, I'm getting very nostalgic and sappy. I want everything to freeze. I want to hold my Beauty like this forever, before she is constantly squirming to get down and explore the world for herself. I am so looking forward to her walking around, putting words together, telling me what is in her little head and heart...but at the same time- I love guessing. THE FACES she makes! They just kill me. Of course I think she is the most beautiful baby (kid!) in the world, but what I most proud of are her expressions. They are so, for a better word, expressive! She reacts to so much; it just makes me think that there is just so much inside waiting to get out. I can't wait to hear/see/feel it with her.
But, again. Those first few days, the first smells, the first time I got to hold her, the first outfit, first time feeding her...all those firsts. Oh how I miss them! I just can't believe that she was given to me to take care of for life. What an honor. Don't get too old too fast please. I love you so much Carys girl.
10 more days until my daughter's 1st birthday. I absolutely cannot believe it. Yes of course this year has gone by quickly, but slowly at the same time. Both Mike and I at times have been anxious for the next step whether it was eating solids, sleeping through the night, crawling, (and now) walking. But we need to constantly remind ourselves to enjoy every minute of it. And now as her infant days are drawing nigh and we look towards toddlerdom, I'm getting very nostalgic and sappy. I want everything to freeze. I want to hold my Beauty like this forever, before she is constantly squirming to get down and explore the world for herself. I am so looking forward to her walking around, putting words together, telling me what is in her little head and heart...but at the same time- I love guessing. THE FACES she makes! They just kill me. Of course I think she is the most beautiful baby (kid!) in the world, but what I most proud of are her expressions. They are so, for a better word, expressive! She reacts to so much; it just makes me think that there is just so much inside waiting to get out. I can't wait to hear/see/feel it with her.
But, again. Those first few days, the first smells, the first time I got to hold her, the first outfit, first time feeding her...all those firsts. Oh how I miss them! I just can't believe that she was given to me to take care of for life. What an honor. Don't get too old too fast please. I love you so much Carys girl.
Alma Mater Pasta
I have of late been obsessed with
a cooking website:
http://www.101cookbooks.com
I love it to pieces, has THE best vegetarian
recipes and she takes such amazing pictures
of her food too. So I was inspired to take this
pic of what I like to call 'Alma Mater Pasta.'
Get it?
Front room fun
Does this sound pretty Mama?
Aaaaalllmost there.
Looking for extra sheet music.
Reading one of our favorite books.Monday, January 12, 2009
Dada has definitely been her favorite lately. She's got good taste. 
Monday, January 5, 2009
Evans Christmas
Some pictures from our Evans Christmas. Dinner with the Westerbecks and Bears, fun box time with Carys, cute Johnny & Robin pic, Carys' first stocking from Grandma and Grandpa...and then her opening, Mom and Dad in Johnny's new apartment, Dad and I, Carys opening presents, then just a cuddly moment with Carys.
Again, Carys did so well during these visits but wanted to stay up too late hanging out with everyone. She is quite the social bee! I love it.
Again, Carys did so well during these visits but wanted to stay up too late hanging out with everyone. She is quite the social bee! I love it.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Mayo Christmas
A few snapshots of the Mayo Christmas.
Carys wanting in on the action.
Moses hugs.
Erin looking snazzy in our themed Christmas sweaters.
Carys getting so excited about presents that she's clapping faster than the speed of sound.
Mike and I dressed up for dinner.
A wonderful time all around.
Carys wanting in on the action.
Moses hugs.
Erin looking snazzy in our themed Christmas sweaters.Carys getting so excited about presents that she's clapping faster than the speed of sound.
Mike and I dressed up for dinner.
A wonderful time all around.
Christmas at home.
Carys' First Christmas
It was really special to watch Carys during the Christmas season, helping us cut down our first tree, putting up decorations, going to services, being with family, just all the hub-bub. Especially when there were presents/paper/bows, it seemed like she knew something was going on. And she LOVED being with people. Loved it so much it was hard to get her to bed a few nights because she wanted to stay up and be with everybody. My little social butterfly!
It was so nice to have a home this year to celebrate in. We've been in apartments before for Christmas, which has been great, but to get to set up a tree, play Christmas music (as loud as we wanted!), start special traditions together as a wee family, bring Carys downstairs to see her stocking and tree on Christmas morning.....it was wonderful.
It was really special to watch Carys during the Christmas season, helping us cut down our first tree, putting up decorations, going to services, being with family, just all the hub-bub. Especially when there were presents/paper/bows, it seemed like she knew something was going on. And she LOVED being with people. Loved it so much it was hard to get her to bed a few nights because she wanted to stay up and be with everybody. My little social butterfly!
It was so nice to have a home this year to celebrate in. We've been in apartments before for Christmas, which has been great, but to get to set up a tree, play Christmas music (as loud as we wanted!), start special traditions together as a wee family, bring Carys downstairs to see her stocking and tree on Christmas morning.....it was wonderful.
Evans and Mayo Christmas pictures coming soon!Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy 11 Month Birthday Carys!
What a big cowgirl...almost a year!!! Christmas updates and pictures coming soon.
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