Zoe's Bday Party!

Zoe turned 9 on August 30th!! I can't believe we have had her for two years! Her grandparents and Aunt Erica, Uncle Aaron and cousins all came over to share cake, ice cream and play! She had a really fun time! She even got to sneak away with Aunt Erica and I to target for a mini shopping trip! ;-)


Zoe holding her little sister!

Charlie's first pictures with Courtney Kerry Photography

Charlie was 5 days old when we went to Courtney's house to get these done. Daddy didn't want me driving on medication so we loaded up the WHOLE family in the suburban. They all waited for 2.5 hours in the car while Charlie and I went inside. They turned out amazing!

 

My favorite!!!

 

I did want to use one more prop of a mini bed but Charlie was not in the mood! I think we got some amazing pictures anyways! We will be seeing Mrs. Kerry again at 3 months old!

Big Brothers and sister come to visit in the hospital!

Daddy brought Ricky and Reese with Grandma Dunk and Zoe to the hospital to see Charlie. It was a total disaster! haha. Reese was throwing fits because he wanted to run wild and free! The visit only lasted about 15 minutes but I was so happy I got to see them. Cameron came later with his Grandpa Lister. Poor Zoe didn't even get to hold Charlie with all of the chaos! 

 

 

Reese wanted out of his stroller desperately



and Ricky was such a good boy!

Such a stinker ------>

Cameron came with his grandpa Lister. He loved her right away!

Charlie is HERE!!



 

 

August 13, 2012 at 7:49am weighing 9.7 lbs and 20 1/2 " long

 

 

   The c-section was scheduled months in advance and the day is finally here!!! We had to be at the hospital at 5 am so grandma and grandpa Dunk came over to watch Ricky, Reese, Cameron and Zoe for us! I chose to stay up all night because my nerves were going crazy! So excited to finally see my daughter! 

Mommy waiting... and waiting...

We waited until around 7:15 or 7:30 until they finally came to get me! It was such a different experience than I have had with my previous c-sections. I started to get really nervous and the nicest guy that was assisting the dr started talking about his one month old daughter and kept me calm...its the little things.

She's here!!!

My favorite picture of daddy and Charlie!

I had a lot of nausea during the procedure but the awesome anesthesiologist helped me so much! The whole surgery was so surreal!

BIG GIRL!!!

Patrick was with me until about 2:30 until his parents needed him back. I spent the rest of the day and night with visitors and Charlie. I had planned to have a friend stay the night but she backed out at the last minute. I was on my own! We made it through pretty good. I just couldn't stop looking at her! She was just like I had dreamed! Full head of dark hair ;-)

My Rainbow

"Rainbow Babies" is the understanding that the beauty of a rainbow does not negate the ravages of the storm. When a rainbow appears, it doesn't mean the storm never happened or that the family is not still dealing with its aftermath. What it means is that something beautiful and full of light has appeared in the midst of the darkness and clouds. Storm clouds may still hover but the rainbow provides a counterbalance of color, energy and hope.

Such a beautiful definition of how I feel. This pregnancy has brought me so much love, healing, light and hope. There was a time that I thought the hole left by Robbie could never heal, that I would be broken forever. I will always miss her, want her, love her. I believe with all of my heart that she has sent me her sister to help me go on.

I cry out of pure joy and happiness... the hole has been filled. I don't ache the way I once did. It is such a blessing to love like this after loss. My Robbie girl will always be my first daughter and my hero and forever in her mommy's heart and mind. Thank you baby girl for all that you have done for me.

Dr. Fierro today!

Today we had an appointment with the developmental neurologist. We played and played and played. My concerns going into the appointment were their small size and Ricky's speech.  The Dr said they are right where they need to be on the growth curve and they are not concerned at all. 50th% adjusted on growth chart. I asked her if they were going to be small men and she said more than likely not, they are just working on catching up. ;-)

As far as Ricky and speech. He is testing at a 14 month level. He is currently 21 months...22 in a few days. They have recommended we go from speech 1x a week to 2x a week for just him. Reese was right on track and she wasn't concerned with his learning. We are also going to take Ricky for a hearing test. She said that there are cases of fluid in the ear that doesn't stop hearing but muffles what he hears.

They are keeping us on a little longer until the boys can close the gap on their progress. I am so proud of my little munchkins. I know that this is Gods plan and that Ricky will not go to Kinder without speaking. Its on his time. <3

Fun day in the backyard!

Gorgeous weather and a breeze...we dont get many days like this! Daddy put together a playhouse I bought a year ago for the boys. They LOVED IT!! Ricky is very particular about keeping the door closed. I love watching him.

Reese and the hose! He wouldnt put it down!

Sand and water table. Reese put 25% of the sand on the grass. ;-)

I love watching them explore! They are so curious and love being outside. <3