new pics of nephew

Wanted to post some pics of nephew Alex. I'm dying to meet him and give him tons of smooches. I think my sister has plans to come home with him at Thanksgiving so until then we will be emailing pictures of the kiddos. Wish we lived a bit closer, I would head up some weekend before school starts.

I've been working on this fun t-shirt project with my cousin. She is the most talented & crafty person I know. Would die to have some of her creativity. She has come up with this adorable t-shirt idea of "Save the Hooters" I told you back a few post's ago that my college roommate has breast cancer. I thought I would sell t-shirts for $12 and $3 of each shirt would be donated to help with her fund raising. On the right hand side of my blog there is a paypal button for you to order.

The t-shirts will be charcoal heather gray with two shades of pink. Light pink for the owls and a bit darker for the ribbon.

* Sorry I can't send to individuals it would be too costly but for the ones who know her and want to purchase a t-shirt arrangements can be made to pick up in cities listed.

Nephew born this morning!!

**update-- I have a photo

This morning my sister gave birth to a healthy little boy at 9:50am.

Alexander William
7lbs 2oz
20 inches

Both are doing great. Wish I could be there. It takes me back to the day Ellie was born almost 6 months ago and how exciting that day was for us. I don't have pictures but I guess he has just a little bit of hair. Can't wait to meet him.

Well our vacation is coming to an end. Friday morning we left the house at 4am, crazy I know but Ellie would sleep most of the trip and we wanted to avoid traffic in OKC. We went to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Ft. Worth. We did a short tour and watched them print some money. We had some prior warning that it would take awhile to get from Ft. Worth to Dallas so that's why we chose to go early morning well I don't think it really mattered. It took us 2 hours from there to our hotel. Friday night we met Robbie and Herb for dinner at Cheddars...Yummy! It was quite different this time doing dinner with them as last year we were just hoping we would be pregnant and this year we had Miss Ellie to show off.



Didn't bring Ellie's bath tub so we made due and I think she had a good time in the sink.

Saturday we went to Frisco Freedom Fest. There was a soccer game and lots to do down in the square. We stayed for fireworks, Ellie was awake until they started then she fell asleep and slept through all the noise of the fireworks. Then it was off to bed because we had a big day at Canton. Met Robbie and Herb at 7am and then off we went to one of the largest flea-markets. It was larger than what I had envisioned. Didn't buy much just took it all in and would love to go back when it's a little cooler and after I get a full time job.

Today Ellie is 5 months old. We were killing time before IKEA opened and went to Buy Buy Baby to see what that store was like. Well this sweet girl came around the store looking for baby's to have their picture taken. She said we got a free 8x10 for being a new customer so we went for it. Ellie was happy at the time and took some pretty cute pics. Hard to choose just one so we bought a small package.

We should be on the road by noon tomorrow, not ready to go home but ready to see Sophie. Miss the little pooch.

Busy Summer

Sorry It's been awhile since I've posted. I would have never thought that summer would feel busier than when school was in. I can't say exactly what we've been doing..; nothing big, just running here and there. Jason's grandma was here for awhile in the hospital so in the evenings we spent our time up there visiting with her. She thinks the world of Ellie, loves talking to her and making her laugh.

Yesterday was our 5 year anniversary. When we were on our honeymoon we said we would make a trip back to Anna Maria but plans changed and it took a little longer than we thought to start our family. Although I would love to be sitting on the beach this weekend I wouldn't trade Ellie for anything. We might just have to wait and go in a couple years but someday we will get back.

Tonight we had a wedding to go to. I had a few dresses to choose from in her closet, so hard making a decision on what to have her wear. The girl has so many clothes! I ended up putting her in a little dress that my mom got for her on Zulily (love that website). She did so good, took a couple short naps and was happy the rest of the time.

We have a trip scheduled for 4th of July weekend. Heading down to the Dallas area. Just can't get enough of the place. Hoping to do dinner with Robbie and Herb, do a little shopping, go to a soccer game and watch some fireworks.



Oh and recently Ellie discovered her feet. She makes it near impossible to to change her diaper in a timely manner when she has a hold of her toes. This afternoon I caught her with one toe in her mouth. Too funny to watch her laugh and smile at her feet.

4 months

Friday was a busy day...shots, pictures and hanging out with our nephews. Ellie had her 4 month Dr. visit, weighing in at 14lbs (50%), measuring 25" long (75%) and the Dr. even commented on her large feet. He said plan on her being tall. Poor little thing got her shots and screamed for a few min. I read online that nursing them after their shots helps comfort and calm them so I tried that this time and it seemed to help a little. We've been doing the Tylenol thing and she has been fever free and not really even fussy. She is such the trooper. Saturday was enjoyable, Jason finally had a Saturday off. He has worked every Saturday since the 1st of the year minus when Ellie was born and Easter weekend. It's amazing how long the weekend feels when he is home with us. Today we are heading down to Jason's family reunion, excited to show Ellie off. She will meet her great grandparents on Jason's dad side for the first time today. It's going to be a hot one, got sunscreen and sun hat packed for her.

Memorial Day Weekend

We had quite the busy holiday weekend. Ellie and I headed to Omaha on Thursday afternoon. It ended up taking us an extra hour to get there and not because of Ellie but there was a wreck. A semi tipped over and caused traffic to be backed up for a little over an hour. Ellie was hungry during this so I was able to reach around to the back and give her a cold bottle. Not how she likes it but it satisfied her for the time. Friday morning I picked up my sister from the airport, did a little shopping and ate at my favorite Chinese restaurant Mings...Yummy!! Went home and worked on the cake and finishing touches for my sister's baby shower that mom and I hosted for her. (did not make the cookies, Sweets by Steph again) Saturday morning before her shower I wanted to paint her belly since painting mine last October was so much fun. She chose a soccer ball since that is her love.

After the shower we ran home to rest for just a bit and headed back out to the Missouri Valley Champ baseball game. Wichita State lost but it was still a beautiful night for a game. Sunday another busy day, we went to a girls swap at my cousin's house. It was her 3rd annual, it's like a mini garage sale but no money exchanged. You bring some items and food and the people who bring food get first dibs on the items. Any items left over get donated to a church. After the swap we had a going away party to attend for my cousin who got a summer internship out in California. Got home late Sunday night from that, pack up and headed to Kansas City Monday morning to see my college roommate.

Ellie did all this with me and was such a trooper. I think she was as tired as I was this morning. She slept 8 1/2 hours and I got her up at 5 to nurse her and back to sleep she went. I think she would have slept until 7:30 or 8 if I could have let her but had to get her up and to the sitter.

**Want to share a little snack that was brought to the girls swap.

Take a Nilla wafer, spread plain or any flavor cream cheese on the wafer then place a slice of strawberry on top... delicious!!!!