our weekend

This weekend was quite busy! Friday we vegged all day then had dinner with Ryan and Jen at Olive Garden and Saturday Madi spent the day with her Nanny so that Joshua and I could have  a date day! We had lunch at Panera and then saw Sanctum 3d. Thank you Nanny for letting us have a day! It was so needed and appreciated! Sunday was spent at church and then we dedicated Madi! Great time with lots of friends and family! Pictures shortly following!

So behind

on the blog that is...

This week has not been exactly easy, but thus far I have been VERY dedicated to updating the blog with pictures and videos, so sorry for the lack of postings! This week has been uneventful with lots of crying and tears but today has been fantastic. As many of you know, Friday is our favorite day of the week, and yet again another wonderful Friday is here!

This morning I went to  MOPS and I had a fantastic time. I was very skeptical and cautious because I have heard mixed reviews from different moms about MOPS, but the Lord really put my fears to ease as soon I was entered the parking lot. If you know me then you know that going up and talking to people on my own and striking up conversation is not my gift. However, this morning was very different. I found some ladies in the parking lot and asked for directions to where MOPS was being held. They asked me to tag along so they could show me the children facility and the process involved with dropping Madi off for our next get together. It was great! I was very impressed with the whole process! What a great experience... Thanks Lori!

Madi also hit another milestone in my book, making me a super proud momma. She is sleeping in her crib. I thought after 2 days without a bath she could use one and she was not happy about it one bit. She cried for almost 20minutes afterwards, so I swaddled her (crossing my fingers it would help her settle) then placed her gently in the crib with her propped up on her side and she drifted off to sleep. I think I am stil in shock.

We also celebrated Madi's 2 month old birthday yesterday by letting her hang out with the Palmers. Joshua and I took dinner to some friends who just had a sweet baby girl last Saturday. It was crazy to think that just 9 weeks ago we were in the same place as them. All the fears and excitement flooded my thoughts as we sat with them and talked about their experience.

Here are some pictures of Madi with Christy and Brooke.

I found my fingers this week! They are so tasty!

 

The dog park

Saturday Joshua and I  took Molly to the dog park to throw her most prized possession- her frisbee. Joshua threw with Molly and I walked Madi around in her carrier. The weather was breezy and a beautiful 64 degrees, so it was a perfect day for some time outside as a family! After our time at the dog park Joshua and I went out with my grandparents to Old Chicago for some dinner! Great way to end a beautiful Saturday. Here are some pictures to capture our day!

 

 

Another 3 hour nap

I can't believe it but Madi actually slept 3 hours today (WOOHOO!) unlike yesterday, when she only slept for about 40 minutes in her swing. Yesterday was interesting to say the least. Madi's acid reflux was really acting up, so she spent most of the day in tears. ( me to, haha) But today was better, thank goodness. Joshua and I made a trip to Sam's Club to purchase some formula, but to our dismay they do not carry Similac Sensitive. So we headed to our favorite place in the world, Wal-mart. UGH! They only carry small cans and man was I shocked at the price of a 12oz can. ($15.00) Seriously, who can afford that?! Because she will go through a can of that size in about a week, and because Wal-mart does not carry any sizes other than a small cans, we are having to switch her formula yet again. We are going to remain on the sensitive but rather than doing a milk-based formula we are now going to try soy.

On a more positive note Madi is 8 weeks old today! Time has flown by!

A milestone (atleast in Mommy's book)

Our morning started off just like every other morning. Madi and I rocked and sang songs as she took her morning bottle around 830 and then instead of having to rock her to near sleep and then put her down (praying that she won't fight it and it won't take me an hour to get her to sleep) I simply placed her in the bouncy and walked away. She sat there for about 10 minutes with her sleepy eyes opening and closing as I waited anxiously outside the door with my fingers crossed, she drifted off to sleep. She took an hour and fifteen minute nap! Woohoo! Such an improvement and a milestone to our normal routine. So while Madi and Joshua both slept, I snuck outside to play in the snow with Molly. It was a fantastic morning with a surprise of snow and having Joshua home!

When I wrote this early this morning Madi had only reached one milestone in my book, but later in the day I believe she has hit her 2nd! 2 in one day!!! Madi has been napping for 3 hours and if you know her crazy sleep patterns or lack thereof you would understand for her to sleep longer than an hour for a nap is a HUGE deal. I don't know if formula is making the difference or if today is just an anomaly, but whatever the case I'm considering it a blessing to have her resting like she needs to!

Test results came back today! Madi has officially been diagnosed with Gerd. Doctor said they would monitor her progress and when she returns on February 7th for he 2month check-up and immunizations they will reevaluate her. Thanks for all your continued prayers!

Santa Baby

Not sure if I like what's happening to me.

Still thinking

Happy!

Playing on my mat!

My Christmas outfit! Mom says I am filling it out way better this month!

So happy

WE love, love, love when Dad gets home!

This morning Jenn and Christy stopped by for a little bit and then Madi and I had a day to ourselves. This week we have lots to do so I thought we would spend Monday relaxing and taking it easy. I decided to pull out her Christmas outfit just because.. I hate that she only got to wear it for one day, and it is only 3month so I thought we would wear it around the house a few more times before putting it her keepsake trunk.

My baby girl is growing

Completely exhausted from running around and getting back in the swing of things at church, I needed a therapeutic night of cleaning. Weird I know, but it really does relax me to go from room to room and clean/de-clutter. Joshua and Madi went on to small group and I stayed behind to get some things accomplished around the house. While folding clothes, I stumbled across lots of oneies and outfits that Madi can no longer fit into. So, I made a give away bag for Mercy who will be arriving in just over a month! While rummaging through the dresser I came across Madi's going home outfit and my heart just sank. I just sat there and cried. I cannot believe that I am already passing things on to Mercy. It seems like just a few days ago, we were bringing home baby and learning to change diapers. Although I look forward to the days ahead and all joys of those particular seasons, I am still somewhat sadden that the days have passed so quickly.