Mommy and Sarah

Yesterday was our first day by ourselves. Unfortunately, Daddy had to go back to work. We had a pretty good day just the two of us, although we did miss Daddy. We took a trip into town and went to Memorial Hospital so that I could speak with the lactation consultants and purchase a pump. Time to start storing milk for when I go back to work and travel. We used the stroller for the first time and it was great. Last night we both actually got some decent sleep. Gary took and entertained Sarah after her 10:30pm feeding, allowing me to get a good 2 plus hours before she awoke to eat again. Today we are very excited because Grandma Sheryl (Gary's mom) is coming for a visit. We will be picking her up from the airport soon!

Out and About

Yesterday was Sarah Kate's first real day out and about. First, we went to Nee-Nee's work so that she could show her off. Of course, she was a big hit and they did not get any work done while we there. Then we met Grampa at Jalepeno's(daddy's favorite) for lunch. Next we went and saw Great Grandma and finally we went back to Nee-Nee's house. We all took a nap, mommy and daddy included and then had dinner with Sr. Pat, who as at the pool of course. Also, Nee-Nee's neighbor, Maeve came over to meet Sarah Kate. It was a big day!

Pics from a Pro

Hi everyone! Last night we were very fortunate. we had our good friend Sr. Pat come over and make us a wonderful meal. Also Nick and Jennifer Grayson came over and hooked baby Sarah up with her first photo shoot with a real pro! Besides getting all fussy and peeing on the set "You know how theses stars act", she did great. I would encourage anyone that needs some photography done to take a look at her work. Her site is www.jennifergraysonphotography.com and her work is awesome. Enjoy her photos and thanks again Jennifer!

1 week old!

Wow! It is hard to believe that Sarah is 1 week old today. This time last week, I was preparing to push and now that is all a distant memory! I would like to say thank you to my wonderful husband who has been doing an awesome job of updating the blog. I trust that everyone is enjoying it. I know I personally like going back and reading it. Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers while I was in labor and your continued support everyday. Here is a picture we took today...she still has the hair!

The Gauntlet is down

Hey everyone, We had our first little bit of puppy jealousy yesterday. Also in a few hours Sarah Kate will be 1 week old. Back to the puppy, Toby Dog decided not to come out from under the bed for the entire day yesterday. I mean except to urinate in the middle of the floor in Sarah Kate's room. I guess we know how he feels. This is also the first time that I have seen Toby Dog turn his nose up to food in the 8 years that Jen and I have been together. We think it is all good now since Toby got up and wanted to eat, then got into bed with us. Talk to everyone later.

8 July

Hey everyone that is still tuning in. No post yesterday, sorry about that. We didn't do very much. Mike and Rene'e came over for dinner, we had pork chops, asparagus, and cheesy mashed potatoes, it made for a great meal. We slept ok, Jen is such a trooper getting up and feeding, changing, and soothing Sarah Kate. I spent from around 5 am till about 7ish in the chair with Sarah. Her and Daddy had a great nap together. I went to the VA and Jen took Sarah to the Dr's office for a little follow up blood work. She has gained an ounce, awesome. N o new pics to post, we will get some more on here today. See you guys later.

7 am, Little to no sleep last night

Hello again, This morning I am going to try to post some video on here, and maybe it will work. We didn't get much sleep, Sarah Kate was doing some cluster feeding, and when that happens we are at the mercy of they crying. I am glad a I have a few days off, because I couldn't do it today. I think that the stone is gone, but I am very itchy due to my allergy to percocet. Sometimes you just have to Deal with it to get rid of the pain. Enjoy the video, more to come. We also just had the first major blowout "poopy diaper", and we are excited about that.