Gentle Winter

Well, that was FUN! As mentioned in the last post my mom got Leah a session to get her colors done. This is achieved by draping a series of different colored clothes to see what works best with Leah's skin tone, eyes and hair color. She did SO well and seemed to enjoy the interesting colors and possibly tried to eat some of them. She made a wide range of funny little faces, some of which we captured on film (or memory card). It was determined that she is a "gentle" winter and we have a whole booklet of colors that are in her "pallet". It didn't take very long so then, Leah, my mom and I headed over to Russ' for a non-dairy brunch. I opted for a salad and the waitress looked at me like I had holes in my head when I requested no cheese. Yes ma'am, I AM insane. :) HA! What a great adventure. Leah is all tired out from such a fun day. Thanks again Ima!

chillin'

Hello! Today is Leah's 5 week birthday. We are celebrating this birthday by going to get her colors done! What a fun girlie thing to do! That was a shower present from my mom - how thoughtful - we will always know what colors to buy her!! (More pictures of that later!)
This is Leah last week with her new friend Owen. He lives across the street with his parents and older brother and sister. He is about 3 months older than Leah, so they will probably be in the same class. How fun! Don't they look thrilled to be getting their pictures taken? I recall a little flirting just before we snapped the photo.

Is Chocolate Dairy?

Can we get enough pink around here? I think not!! So, our peanut is already 4 weeks old! When did that happen? I took her into the doctor this morning for some strange looking diapers...
the stats: she is 8 lbs 11 oz and 20 3/4 inches tall. WOW!
The diagnosis for the diaper stuff is that they think that she is a bit sensitive to Cow's Milk Proteins. To further diagnose this problem, I am now restricted from eating dairy products. As most of you know, my diet pretty much revolves around cheese.... :) I am going to have to adapt a bit and learn to branch out a bit (or starve to death). The doctor thinks that this is not necessarily going to continue and turn into a milk allergy for Leah, she said time will tell!!



A few pictures back, remember that these sunglasses wouldn't even fit her face? Awwwww! She's growing so fast!

miscellaneous cuteness

This is today - going to work for a little while. Don't you wonder what she's thinking?



This is the first time setting up the little activity center - the cats have been known to enjoy this toy as well...

Striking a pose

3 weeks old!!

Are you kidding me? Leah is 3 weeks old already? Where has the time gone? We are still not on much of a schedule except that I know that she likes to take a good nap from like 11 - 1:30 ish. That helps with planning trips out of the house and stuff.
It was my birthday yesterday, and Leah was a perfect birthday present! Seriously, I couldn't ask for anything more!
Oh yes, and she has developed a little cold. She has a bit of a runny nose and sound a little congested, with a little cough. Uh, it's breaking my heart! She doesn't seem too bothered by it, but I AM!!!

Eagle South aka - my home office

With Leah being such a good sleeper, I am able to get a good amount of work done during the day/evening. I have to thank my supervisor Daphne for keeping me in line. If she even thinks I am checking blogs instead of working, she'll give me this look...and then return to her roost in the manila folder box. It's a bit different then the normal office, but we're making due and getting what we need to done maybe with a bit more laughter!

Ode to the Swaddle

Ok, so I am sure somewhere in the bouncy seat manual it says how to properly secure your child in the seat, but you know what, the swaddle blanket is amazing and it allows me to even get a shower in EVERY SINGLE DAY!
HA!

2 weeks Old!

Leah and I went to the pediatrician for her 2 week check up. She did so great! I am so thankful that we received a clean bill of health, she is growing and gaining weight perfectly! As you can see from the first picture, she is now 7 lbs and 4 oz...what a good girl!!

Her doctor was very happy with her progress and encouraged Leah to keep up the good work!

slacker!

We've have had lots of visitors the past few days ready to love on Leah a little bit. These are two very special visitors from Minnesota. This is Rick's Uncle Larry and Aunt Linda. The timing of Grandma Hazel's passing was such that his whole extended family was here to meet Leah. They are seasoned grandparents, and as you can see, they sure were taken with our little girl!

Let's see, we've been a bit busy lately! Rick gave Leah a manicure - he is was a brave soul cutting Leah's nails on Saturday. She didn't seem to mind and no blood was shed! He is hired to do that EVERY time!!

Sweet gifts

Today is Thursday, we have been home from the hospital for a whole week already. Where does the time go? I have been having so much fun picking out what outfits to dress Leah in every day.

Today, we're sporting a little number that Laura picked up on one of her shopping excursions to Michigan city. It fits perfectly!! Also, if you will notice the quilt that she is laying on, Laura's mom (aka Bones) brought that over on Monday - made uniquely for Leah. They are both such wonderful people and they spoil us!! Thanks ladies!!

Steak and silliness

Last night, Tom and Tracy cooked us a WONDERFUL steak dinner. Tracy's mom was sweet enough to watch Deacon while we ate and then brought him over to meet Leah for the first time a bit later. I think he was more excited about putting on Leah's sunglasses than actually meeting her, but their love will grow with time. :) Thanks D-family!!

Apple of My Eye

We have so many fun outfits to try on, so today, we picked the one with the apple on it for a couple of reasons. Today is Auntie Holly's first day of the new school year with students, and the tradition used to be bring an apple right? Happy First Day Auntie Holly! Secondly, did you ever stop and think about how many sayings apples are linked to? Apple of my eye, An apple a day..., Mac's. Geesh! Apples seem to be good marketing! (yes, this is what I sit and think about)

I thought this looked like she was striking a pose. How did this peanut ever fit in my tummy?

Hospital Pictures

Um, I just remembered that we had hospital pictures taken (even though we didn't order any). I think you guys should check it out. It made me laugh outloud!!!
Go to www.cherished-memories.com The hospital code is B03 and the Id # 30594.

How funny!

Due Date

Today is officially my due date. I smile everytime I think that I have a 1 week old baby instead of a looming over-due baby. This week has been wonderful!!

As some of you may have seen on Tara's Blog, today has been rather eventful! First we had a trip to the pedicatrician's office for another weight check. I am happy to report that Leah is doing VERY well! She is back up to 6 lbs and 14 oz (1 oz away from original birth weight) and she is 20 1/4 inches long. I find it almost impossible that she has really grown a whole inch since she was born, but we'll go with it for now.

Then, we celebrated by going to Target - I felt it wouldn't be too germy an environment since most of the local kids are back in school!! We picked up a few things and headed home for a home made meal of mac and cheese. (and milk)

Good times for the Vb's and Tara, I should say! Leah is STILL worn out from the experience, even though she slept from 11 - 1 (through the Target experience) she is now sleeping again. What a GREAT baby!!

Labor Day

Today is Labor Day - we decided to do a little housework. With the 6 days that I spent on bedrest, I was a little behind on some housework. We played find the baby - it's just like the Where's Waldo books. :)

I think this about sums how we feel about Leah up into a nutshell. What a pleasure! And I didn't do this on purpose, but check out how NORMAL my feet look! I almost forgot what they used to look like!!

Last night, Auntie Holly drove Leah and me over to meet her other Great Grandma on my mom's side. We were happy to get the other 4 generation picture. Leah is so blessed to have such a large family!!