Monday, May 30, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Ashlyn is here!
Dear Ashlyn,
This week has been full of wonderful surprises. I can't believe you are already a week old. You have blessed our home with more love and joy then we ever thought possible. Your Big Sis guards you as if you were one of her own baby dolls and worries about where you are and what you're doing constantly.
Last week (on Tuesday the 17th), I was at school and having random contractions at the end of the day. Since they weren't coming at regular time intervals, I thought you were just wiggling and preparing me for D-day. I was supposed to go watch one of my students who won Spotlight Student get his award that night, but I knew I wouldn't be able to make it considering the pain I was in.
Once I got home, all I could do was lay on the couch. I told your Dad about the contractions I was having. He became concerned and made sure everything was taken care of that night (dinner, Kelsey, etc). I told Jon that you could be arriving that night...but I just wasn't quite sure if I was right or not. So I made sure to shower and prepare for the "just-in-case" moment. I ended up going to bed quite early that night.
The next morning, I woke up and when I went to the bathroom, I saw I was bleeding. I immidately called the doctor (this was at 6 am) and he told me to come into the office at 8 that morning. I called into work and since I had 2 hours to kill, I got ready...and when I say ready, I mean with all my stuff, your stuff, and Kelsey's stuff. Then I drove Kelsey to Mrs. Judy's. It was on the way to Mrs. Judy's (around 7 am) that I began feeling contractions. I timed them as I was driving and they were 4-5 minutes apart. Mrs. Judy met me at my car to get Kelsey and once I knew she was taken care of, I quickly called your Dad to tell him that he "might" want to meet me at the hospital. The contractions were getting more painful and were coming more quickly.
Once I arrived at the doctors, your Dad right behind me, I was rushed back to the doctor's office. Jon continued to time the contractions and once Dr. Clark checked out the situation, she said in her sweet voice, "It looks like you'll be having a baby today!" I looked at your Dad and could see the overwhelming excitement in his face that I was feeling inside.
We walked over the hospital and within an hour, I was in a bed hooked up to an IV waiting for my lovely epidural (which I got an hour later). I was in labor from 7 am to 2 pm. At that point, Dr. Littleton came in and after a few pushes, you were out. I was so in love with your little face and your tiny features. I couldn't believe how beautiful you were. I looked at your Dad and said, "We make some good lookin' babies!!!"
You were born on May 18, 2011 at 2:20 pm weighing 6lbs. 7 oz. and measuring 19 in long. Pretty good for coming 3 weeks early!
You had many visitors that came the next two days (Grandma Janice, Grandpa Keith, Kelsey, Great-Grandma Barbara, Dawn, Ben, Melanie, Jessica, Vannah, Christine, and Kim). Everyone wanted to hold you and rock you to sleep. You were so quiet and such a sweet little baby...which hasn't changed *wink*.
My favorite moment at the hospital was when Kelsey arrived and begged to hold you. Once we got her settled on the hospital bed next to me, we put you in her arms, and she whispered in your ear, "I love you!" and gave you a huge smooch on the top of your head. She is so proud of you and I can't wait to watch you two grow up together and become the closest of sisters.
Here are some pictures from the past week. You are an amazing gift from God. We love you with all our hearts!
This week has been full of wonderful surprises. I can't believe you are already a week old. You have blessed our home with more love and joy then we ever thought possible. Your Big Sis guards you as if you were one of her own baby dolls and worries about where you are and what you're doing constantly.
Last week (on Tuesday the 17th), I was at school and having random contractions at the end of the day. Since they weren't coming at regular time intervals, I thought you were just wiggling and preparing me for D-day. I was supposed to go watch one of my students who won Spotlight Student get his award that night, but I knew I wouldn't be able to make it considering the pain I was in.
Once I got home, all I could do was lay on the couch. I told your Dad about the contractions I was having. He became concerned and made sure everything was taken care of that night (dinner, Kelsey, etc). I told Jon that you could be arriving that night...but I just wasn't quite sure if I was right or not. So I made sure to shower and prepare for the "just-in-case" moment. I ended up going to bed quite early that night.
The next morning, I woke up and when I went to the bathroom, I saw I was bleeding. I immidately called the doctor (this was at 6 am) and he told me to come into the office at 8 that morning. I called into work and since I had 2 hours to kill, I got ready...and when I say ready, I mean with all my stuff, your stuff, and Kelsey's stuff. Then I drove Kelsey to Mrs. Judy's. It was on the way to Mrs. Judy's (around 7 am) that I began feeling contractions. I timed them as I was driving and they were 4-5 minutes apart. Mrs. Judy met me at my car to get Kelsey and once I knew she was taken care of, I quickly called your Dad to tell him that he "might" want to meet me at the hospital. The contractions were getting more painful and were coming more quickly.
Once I arrived at the doctors, your Dad right behind me, I was rushed back to the doctor's office. Jon continued to time the contractions and once Dr. Clark checked out the situation, she said in her sweet voice, "It looks like you'll be having a baby today!" I looked at your Dad and could see the overwhelming excitement in his face that I was feeling inside.
We walked over the hospital and within an hour, I was in a bed hooked up to an IV waiting for my lovely epidural (which I got an hour later). I was in labor from 7 am to 2 pm. At that point, Dr. Littleton came in and after a few pushes, you were out. I was so in love with your little face and your tiny features. I couldn't believe how beautiful you were. I looked at your Dad and said, "We make some good lookin' babies!!!"
You were born on May 18, 2011 at 2:20 pm weighing 6lbs. 7 oz. and measuring 19 in long. Pretty good for coming 3 weeks early!
You had many visitors that came the next two days (Grandma Janice, Grandpa Keith, Kelsey, Great-Grandma Barbara, Dawn, Ben, Melanie, Jessica, Vannah, Christine, and Kim). Everyone wanted to hold you and rock you to sleep. You were so quiet and such a sweet little baby...which hasn't changed *wink*.
My favorite moment at the hospital was when Kelsey arrived and begged to hold you. Once we got her settled on the hospital bed next to me, we put you in her arms, and she whispered in your ear, "I love you!" and gave you a huge smooch on the top of your head. She is so proud of you and I can't wait to watch you two grow up together and become the closest of sisters.
Here are some pictures from the past week. You are an amazing gift from God. We love you with all our hearts!
Love,
Mom
The night before you were born.
Kelsey waiting...um patiently!
Our little budle of joy
First time I got to hold you
Proud parents
First bath...boy did you cry!!!
Crying can make you sleepy.
Lookin' a lot like Kelsey.
Off to the next room
Big Sis present...her own baby to take care of!
Me with my girls!
Our new family...proud parents of two beautiful daughters!
Your visitors
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Welcome Sign!
I love, love, love this welcome sign. This might become the new project I get to work on...only if I can find this frame for it. Click here for directions...in case you want to make one too!!!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
36 Weeks with the EOG's
I am almost 37 weeks now. I went to the doctor today...good news...didn't gain any weight this week. Not sure how since I have a new love for chocolate these days. Ashlyn's heartbeat is 136 bpm...last week it was 129 bpm. Blood pressure was up today (explanation below). Apparently the doctor is optimistic about me lasting the entire 40 weeks now. I guess I was hoping I could get out of the last few weeks of school, but I guess little A wants to make sure I enjoy every last minute of it ;)
Today my kids took the Reading EOG...I have no idea how they did. I saw a lot of wrong answers, but that could have been because that's all I was looking for. I teared up a few times, but got myself together knowing that I've done everything I can do for these little ones this year. This test half represents me and half represents the student. Hopefully tomorrow will be a more positive experience.
As my proctor was leaving the room today, she said, "You all did a wonderful job! This was such a long test and I can't wait to see how you'll do tomorrow."
Then a few of my kids, in unison, responded, "Yeah! We can thank George Bush for making us take the EOG's!"
Maybe letting them know about the "No Child Left Behind" law was a good thing :) At least they aren't blaming me...hehehe!
As my proctor was leaving the room today, she said, "You all did a wonderful job! This was such a long test and I can't wait to see how you'll do tomorrow."
Then a few of my kids, in unison, responded, "Yeah! We can thank George Bush for making us take the EOG's!"
Maybe letting them know about the "No Child Left Behind" law was a good thing :) At least they aren't blaming me...hehehe!
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Mother's Day
You can see it in their eyes,
in tender hugs and long good-byes,
a love that only moms and daughters know.
You can see it in their smiles,
through passing years and changing styles,
a friendship that continually seems to grow.
You can see it in their lives,
the joy each one of them derives,
in just knowing that the other one is there...
To care and to understand,
lend an ear or hold a hand,
and to celebrate the memories they share.
I love you Mom and Grandma!
in tender hugs and long good-byes,
a love that only moms and daughters know.
You can see it in their smiles,
through passing years and changing styles,
a friendship that continually seems to grow.
You can see it in their lives,
the joy each one of them derives,
in just knowing that the other one is there...
To care and to understand,
lend an ear or hold a hand,
and to celebrate the memories they share.
I love you Mom and Grandma!
With Mom
1981
With Grandma
1981
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Strawberry Farm 2011
Kelsey and I went to Pope's Strawberry Farm (which is only 5 min away from our house) and picked some scrumptious strawberries today. Kelsey wanted to do it all by herself (she's growing up so fast...check out last year by clicking here!)...and she actually had a good eye for the ripe ones. Since this is the beginning of strawberry picking season, there were tons of berries waiting to be picked. I'm sure if we go next week, we'll have to do a little more hunting. She's my little Strawberry Shortcake!
And this is how it's done!
Empty...but I'm going to fill it!
Mom and Kelsey are at it again.
Hmmmm...where are some more ruby red ones???
Proud of all her berries!
Time to go home!
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