My birthday week

Since I last posted we have had some busy days and some lazy days, which is a nice mix. Last weekend was filled with family time and Jared and I also had Brett and Kelly's bachelorette parties to go to. Jared said he had a good time and was a little hung over Sunday. Addy and I went to Kelly's party for awhile before the girls went out and enjoyed it. Addy doesn't seem too crazy about the party atmosphere just yet (I think it has to do with being tired and overstimulated) , however the tv and vacuum don't seem to bother her here at home. We came home and had a slumber party since daddy was gone. I can say Addy won't be in our bed very often as she is a mover in her sleep and I hardly got any sleep! Uncle Jason was home last weekend so we got to see him and mom had us over for lunch and this was the start of my birthday week since Jason wouldn't be home. We had lunch out several days and enjoyed visiting with Pat, Cathy, and Grandma this week. We had dinner with my mom's side to celebrate my birthday and Addy wasn't herself. She was fussy and seemed to be eating a lot more and then was up almost every hour so I think she has hit a growth spurt. On Wednesday she was fussy when Jared's parents were over and I really think she may be starting to teethe. Before her last dr's appt there were a couple white bumps on her gums and while I thought it was early I asked about it being the beginning stages of teething and she said it was pretty early and that it may be a little fluid collecting there. Well, with the increased fussiness and more drooling, I felt along her gums and that area has gotten harder and she likes to chew on my finger so we may be in for a long haul. She slept a little better though and was only up every 4 hours or so Wednesday night. Even though she has been fussy and up a lot more, she still manages to give me smiles and talk to me and makes it all worthwhile!! My birthday was yesterday and we had lunch with my mom, my dad came over for awhile in the afternoon and he also got to see Addy's fussy side, and then my mom watched Addy while Jared and I went out to dinner at Mongolian BBQ and Kansas Sampler. It was a nice day and after next year I have told everyone no more birthdays for me :) We measured and weighed Addy last night and she was almost 10 lbs 4 oz and close to 23 inches! We knew she looked bigger but we were so surprised that in a week and a half she has grown so much! Last night she slept for 8 hours! It was awesome except I kept thinking something was wrong and looked at the monitor a lot. We have another busy weekend coming up, that seems to be ongoing for us but life is short so we will take advantage of it. Here are a few pics of our baby girl, she definitely brings more meaning and joy to life then we ever realized!!

 9/15/11 Ready for Shopping

 Ready for Kelly's Bachelorette party 9/17/11

Naptime 9/23/11

 I'm ready to go mom!

TV time with daddy

2 months and growing!

The rest of last week was busy with lunch dates with friends, getting Addy's 2 month pictures, and celebrating Cathy and Roy's wedding! They had a beautiful ceremony and reception and we enjoyed it a lot! Over the weekend we went to the Power of the Past tractor show my dad and brother help put on each year and we got some cute photos with Addyson. It was a nice day out and we got spend a lot of time outside enjoying it with family. We ended the day with going out to dinner with Jared's parents and my mom. This was the first time, but sure not to be the last I had to go out of the restaurant with Addy. She was very fussy for awhile, had the hiccups, and ended up needing a diaper change. Sunday was a relaxing day, we did a couple errands and watched the Chiefs lose. On Monday Jared took the day off because it was Addy's 2 month check up and she got shots that day, 3 in her leg and then an oral vaccine. I know it is to keep her healthy, but it was not fun being the mom on the receiving end of things and I got teary eyed. I am used to giving the shots to kids at work, but not my own and as everyone says it is different! She cried for a few minutes then ate and went to sleep. She slept most of the day and was intermittently fussy which tylenol helped take the edge off. Addy now weighs 9 lbs 1 oz and is 21.7 inches long. She is still in the 10th-25% ile for weight and head circumference and just under the 50% ile for height. She has been sleeping in her crib for a little over a week now and that is going well. (we did let her sleep in her bassinet Monday night since she had a rough day). It is such a joy to watch Addy change and grow everyday. She is reaching for things more and loves to be talked to and is staying awake for longer periods during the day. Being a mom is so rewarding, even on the days where I am so tired I just can't believe our little girl is here and already 2  months old! I have less than 3 weeks now before I go back to work, and I know it will be so hard to leave but my saving grace is I am able to go back part time. This will allow me to be home more and we won't have to send her to daycare. I am so thankful to be able to do this.

 On the tractor with Papa and Jason, Papa bought me a skirt with this kind of tractor on it :)

 I love my ducky outfit from great grandma

 Family Pic at the tractor show

 With Papa in his truck

 Uncle Jason is feeding me a bottle on the golf cart with great grandma

 Picture with great grandpa

One of Addy's 2 month pictures

A fun-filled Labor Day Weekend with lots of "Firsts"

Last week was full of lunch dates, we enjoyed seeing friends and also taking Addyson up to Grandma Vicki and Nana Penny's work. Friday night kicked off our busy but fun weekend. We celebrated our nephew Caden's 2nd birthday, Saturday we got up early to head out to Greenfield, MO where Jared's extended family lives. I had to wake Addy up to get her ready and she did NOT like this, she likes to be in charge already lol. She ended up sleeping the entire 2.5 hour drive. This was the first time Jared's grandma's and most of the rest of the family got to meet Addy and we got some good pictures. She was passed around all day and definitely knows her mommy! We enjoyed seeing family and had a great lunch and wonderful dinner that day. We headed home that night and she slept the majority of the way home. Sunday we (Jared, me, and my mom) took her to her first Royals baseball game and even got a certificate saying the date she was there. She did good there as well, sleeping most of the time. We then went to Brett and Kelly's for a BBQ and had a great time! While we were there Addy was laying on a blanket kicking and stretching, while I was telling my mom she doesn't like tummy time and cries so mom had me put her on her tummy and within less than a minute Addy had turned over to her back. She had a stunned look on her face like she was shocked at what she just did. She is such a strong little girl and so much fun to watch! Jared was disappointed because he missed it, he was even in the same room and of course she wouldn't do it for him. Monday we had a lazy day and rested up and then Addy and I went to dinner with Sara. We got to see a lot of friends and family and really enjoyed our weekend. Addy is measuring 22inches and 8lbs 12 oz per our home scale. We go to the doctor next week for a check up and shots :(
Last night Addyson slept in her crib for the first time. (She has been in the bassinet in our room up until now)This was much harder on me then her. Jared said, "you know we can wait a little longer if you want" and I knew we needed to just do it because it wouldn't be any easier if we waited. I had said she would move to her crib at 6 weeks, but I just wasn't ready for that yet so 8 weeks is what it was. She did very well, going to bed at 10 and sleeping til 4am then again til 7am. After the 7am feeding, I brought her back to bed with me this morning for some cuddle time. I didn't sleep well last night, due to being worried and staring at the monitor and waking up to every little noise, but I know it will get better and I will get used to it.  We are gearing up for another busy week and hope everyone is enjoying this cooler weather!

 Ready for lunch with Grandma and Nana at the office

 Mamaw's first time seeing and holding Addy

 Four generations

 Grandma Betty's first time seeing and holding Addy

 Four Generations

 First time at the Royals Game

Lazy time with mommy

Smiles, Talking, and Birthday Fun

I didn't get my blogging done this weekend; it was pretty busy. Last week we walked almost every night and put Addy in the stroller, She would stay awake looking around with her eyebrows raised until we were a block from home and then fall asleep. I think she was trying to figure things out and wondering why mommy and daddy were not holding her and she was moving. Last Tuesday August 23rd marked Addy's first "real smile". Jared had come home from work and was talking to her and she was just a grinning at him and I was able to get a picture. As the week went on she was "talking" to me when I would talk to her and it was adorable! We love her little faces and sounds. I can't believe our little baby is already 7 weeks and am sure I will just keep saying that as the weeks and months, then years go by. Saturday Jared watched Addy for a couple hours while I did a few things, and then Saturday night we went to a Royals themed couples shower for our friends Brett and Kelly and had a lot of fun. On Sunday, Jared turned 31! We celebrated his birthday, along with my mom and my brother's birthdays. Happy Birthday to you guys! Both of our families came over for lunch and we had a great time. Also on Sunday marked 5 years of Jared and I being together, we went on our first date on his birthday! Man how time flies... and I couldn't be happier with the way the past 5 years have gone, they have been the best years of my life and I feel so incredibly blessed!! Sunday night we had our first dinner date since Addyson was born. My mom watched her and we went to Jack Stack BBQ. While it was nice to get out together and have one on one time, we definitely missed our little girl. We were so tired from the weekend we had a lazy Monday, and then Jared and I started our workout to Jillian Michaels when he got home, we are going to do the 30 day Shred for awhile. We did it last fall together and enjoyed it, hopefully we will soon not feel like we are so out of shape. I am ready to get this weight off and I re-joined Weight Watchers, which I had success with pre-baby. Today was my first meeting and I am excited about the new Points Plus program. Hope everyone has a good week!

First Smile

 Getting used to the awesome stroller!!

 Bath Time

 Daddy's little Royals Fan

 I'm ready to go

 Royals Party time

 All dolled up for the birthday parties

  Jason, cousins Caden and Taylor, Jared and Vicki

The Grandkids with Nana and Papa

Jason's Big Day!

Yesterday was an exciting day... my baby brother (who is almost 9 years younger than me) moved into the dorms at college. He is now a Gorilla and on his own for the first time... SCARY!! He is used to mom doing most everything for him and finally will not have mom or dad there to make sure he is behaving and getting his stuff done.This brings back memories for me when I went off to college, and I hope he has a wonderful experience and makes the most of it. He is enrolled in the Harley Davidson Motorcycle program and will be able to earn an Associate’s of Applied Science Degree in Motorcycle Service Technology and then get a Bachelor's Degree from PSU. Dad, Jason, and Jared unloaded the vehicles and got the room situated for at least the time being, mom made Jason's bed and got his stuff unpacked, and Addy ate and we hung out watching everyone. After that we headed to the Harley school for a cookout and for mom, Jared, and I to see it and it was very impressive I must say. They have an amazing shop for the students to learn and have hands on experience. You could tell Jason and dad were in heaven being in there. As Jared put it, "did you see your dad's eyes light up in there??" After that Jared, Addy and I headed home and mom, dad, and Jason had a busy afternoon of meetings, etc. I have been texting Jason and he seems to be adjusting well after just one night away. I must add my mom is doing better than I thought she would so far. Go Mom, it's time to party!! (No more messes to pick up AND a cheaper food bill, lol!) We will all miss him though and are planning to learn how to skype so we can video chat with him and he can see Addyson too.

Last night I went out to dinner for my friend Cathy's bachelorette party, I had intended to take Addyson with me but after being in the car for 4 hours yesterday I felt bad and Jared said he would just watch her while I went if I wanted to. I had a great time and checked in with Jared a couple times, I missed my baby girl! I was gone for almost 4 hours total and this was the longest I had been away from her. While it's good for us both to be apart a little, it's a good thing I came on home because Jared did a great job, but frustration was growing and Addy was crying when I walked in. She calmed down pretty quickly for me, I think she missed her momma and was also tired from the busy day. Jared said she was awake most of the time I was gone and fussy for the last hour of it.

Addyson was worn out, she slept for 7 hours straight last night!! I couldn't believe it and kept checking on her, she was just sound asleep like her daddy. After eating she slept another 4 hours.

Here are some pictures:

 Ready to go

 Done unpacking

 Ahh college life is great, lol!

Me and Jason

Trying out the bed

Growing Girl!

Yesterday was Addyson's 6 week check up and she is doing great! She now weighs 8 lbs, 2 oz (25th %) and is 21 3/8 inches (50th%). Her head circumference was 14 1/4inches (25th%). Jared and I could tell she was getting bigger, her cheeks and tummy were filling out, she is getting little rolls on her thighs, and she loves to stretch. She has been changing so much, even from morning to evening time!! This week she started making noises back to us when we talk to her, and really studies our faces too. She rolls from her back to side and side to back quite a bit now. We went on a walk for the first time with Addy Monday night and used the carrier. She did not like it at all at first, I had to walk around the house and get her used to it. Then we went around the block and she did okay, but had this worried look on her face the whole time. Her little eyebrows were raised and she was holding onto my shirt. I will include a few pics. We have had a couple lazy days this week and man has it been nice! Addy has also slept another 6 hours and 5 hours in a row at night this week! That helps me out, but I still wake up thinking something is wrong and check on her a lot.

 I don't like this new thing

 Maybe it will be ok?

 Before her dr's appt

 With Great Grandma

 With Great Uncle Brett

  Listening to mommy talk to me this morning

Party, Party

Wow, it's Sunday again! I can't believe it's already been a week since my last post. The last week was filled with visitors, errands, and preparation for Saturday. During the week,  the amazing babysitter I had when I was little, Alda, came out with her grand daughter and great grandson who is a month older than Addyson. Alda makes the best food ever, and she brought out my favorite dish of hers: Spaghetti!! It was sooooo delicious!! My mom says I am still spoiled after all these years (I like to say, no just loved a lot!!)
Saturday morning we woke up and got ready for our busy day. It takes a lot longer with a little one! Addyson got to wear her party dress, complete with hot pink sandals and a headband. First, we had a surprise 60th bday party/lunch for my step-mom at one of our family favorite restaurant's Frontier House. We really enjoyed it and hope she did too! Then we had to leave from there and go load up the car to get ready for our second party which was a combined couple's shower for my best friend Sara and her fiance Jordan and Jared's best friend Brett and his fiance Kelly. It was good to see friends, visit, and celebrate our friends' upcoming weddings!! Thank you everyone for coming and for all the help! We will have 4 weddings within 6 weeks of each other starting in September, as one of my close friends Cathy is getting married and then my brother's best friend Jimmy is also. We can't wait to celebrate everyone's big days with them! Addyson will be good at the partying, that's for sure!!
Here are some pics from the past week, we can't believe Addy is 5 weeks old!  The first is Addy with Alda, the next 2 are party pics, then a 4 generation Stoneking family pic with my dad and grandma, a pic of Addy this morning, and a picture of our nephew Caden who is almost 2 and our niece Taylor who is 6 1/2 with Addy.