Oh baby!

What a wonderfully exciting week it has been in the world of babies! Two sets of sweet friends have both met their sweet little ones for the first time. This is David and Amy who are currently in Africa with their new baby daughter, Ella. They have waited for this week to come for a VERY LONG TIME, and it's finally here! Thank you, God, for this precious baby girl who will fill their home with even more joy, laughter and love.
 
I am also so happy for Todd and Kristin Lewis who welcomed their twin boys, Sam and Miles, into the world this past Sunday. This is such an exciting time for them and their daughter Laney! Congratulations friends!!! I'm also very exciting for the arrival of my baby niece who should be here any day...maybe even any minute! We can't wait for you to get here, little girl!

Welcome Baby Elliot!

Our sweet friends, Megan and Richie, welcomed their son, Elliot Scott, into the world this past week! We are so excited and happy for you guys! Can't wait to meet your precious baby boy! Isn't he handsome?!

 

 

Think Pink

Today was Allison's baby shower! Her precious friends at church put together the most spectacular party. We were amazed by all of the time and thought put into each and every detail! And let me just say that this baby girl is going to be the best dressed baby girl that there ever was! I have never seen so many cute clothes!! Allison is SO LOVED by SO many people and that was proven once again at this shower. She has so many wonderful friends because SHE IS such a wonderful friend...and sister! I was proud to be by her side today for such a sweet celebration!
Baby Girl is should be arriving sometime very soon. She is due exactly one month from today, however we expect her to come earlier.

 

 

 

 

Big babies!

My good friend, LynnAnn, emailed me the link to this excellent slide show of baby animals. Doug and I call them "babanimals". We both are crazy in love with animals (although we do not own any? Yet.) After looking at this slideshow, I'm starting to think that a puppy or a kitten isn't going to cut it. Perhaps a panda bear or a baby giraffe OR a British piglet named Cinderella!! If you're an animal lover, you'll love this!

Sweet Caroline!!

 
 
 
Our sweet friends Kim and Eric had their precious baby girl, Caroline Elizabeth, last Thursday. We are so excited for them as they begin this journey of parenthood! Caroline, your Aunt Hots loves you already...can't wait to meet you sometime soon! Congratulations Kim and Eric! We are so proud and happy for you!!!

Gates Elizabeth is HERE safe and sound!

Gates Elizabeth arrived today at 4:32pm. Her Mommy started contractions around midnight LAST night, so it's been quite a long day! But, all 7 pounds and 7 ounces of her are here...20.5 inches long and such a little beauty! I have not yet gotten to talk to Mallie, but I hear that she's doing well, just VERY tired!!! Brandon has been grinning ear to ear! Thank you, God, for blessing Mallie and Brandon with this sweet little girl! Congratulations, sweet friend! Can't wait to meet your DAUGHTER!!!
 
 

No news yet...

Mallie has been in labor all day and is waiting for Gates to make her appearance. Last I heard, which was about 12something I think...she was dilated to a 7. The epidural DIDN'T WORK though...what a total nightmare! So, I heard they were going to "try again" with that. Brandon said Mallie was doing well though (despite much pain at that point!...what a champ!) More to come...

Baby Gates is on the way today...maybe.

Please keep my sweet friend, Mallie, in your prayers. She's at the hospital possibly about to have baby Gates. She was having contractions 5 minutes apart at home, but they have slowed. Her BP is a bit high, though, so they're doing bloodwork to determine what to do...either induce labor or send her back home.

Hudson James is here!!!

What a wonderful day! Our good friends, Meggan and Trent, welcomed their sweet baby boy into the world this morning at 8:03am. He was delivered by C-section and his Mommy was a true champ! Hudson weighs 8lbs 8oz. and is 19 and 3/4 inches long. He has a precious head of hair and is just perfect in every way! It was so much fun to watch Meggan and Trent being parents today. They are both so good with him! Trent was so brave to do the first "tar" diaper change, and he did a great job too. He can swaddle a baby like nobody's business! Meggan has had a hard day due to nausea from the anesthesia, but her excitement about Hudson seems to be a good distraction. They both seem very "natural" with him! Of course, Uncle Doug and I LOVED getting to meet him! There is nothing like a brand new baby! He has the most precious face and sweet little nose! We just couldn't get enough of him!
 
Meggan is a Mommy!!
 
Daddy feeding Hudson
 
Aunt Holly loving every minute of meeting this baby!
 
Uncle Doug was in on the action too!