Video

The video above is a gift that one of my best friend's Kelcey made as a gift for us. It was the best thing ever and I wanted to share this with everyone.  Bryan will have his work cut out for him because I want something similar for Emma's first Birthday in November. I hope you enjoy!

Grandma and Grandpa visits!

We had the pleasure of Bryan's parents coming in from TX and spending their Spring Break with us. We were so excited to see them. Emma greeted them with smiles and laughs. On Monday Emma spent the whole day with Grandma and Grandpa. They went to the Zoo with Aunt Katie and Noah and had a blast and then followed that with lunch. Tuesday was spent prepping the yard to have our driveway widened. After many trips to Lowes :) the job was complete. On Wednesday morning the concrete truck came and they were able to get the driveway poured and looking wonderful. The guys did a great job. Katie and Noah even came down to see the trucks and to play with us. On Thursday evening we all had dinner together and then we went to the hotel to spend just a little more time with Mark and Marty before we had to say goodbye. We had a wonderful visit and can't wait to see them in June for the family vacation. We miss and love you Grandma and Grandpa! 

Sweet baby

            Emma and her best friend Mickey Mouse. They were singing the "Hot Dog" song.

     Right before the doctor. So sick but still so adorable. 4th day of the stomach flu.

                      She was tired and sick but the weather was warm enough for a stroll.

                     Looking good in her pink shades. Heading to Mawmaw and Pawpaw's.

                        Our first attempt of baby cereal being spoon fed.

                            Lilly trying to have some of Emma's cereal.

Just wanted to post some pics from the last few days. We are still trying to learn how to use our tongue for eating baby cereal but it does take time. Unfortunately Emma started not feeling well Friday night and we have found out she has caught the stomach flu which is going around spring hill and columbia. We are hoping Emma is better by Saturday and that Bryan and I can survive without catching it. Mark and Marty will be here Saturday morning and we cannot wait to see them. We always look forward to getting to spend as much time with the family as we can. Hope everyone has a wonderful week.

4 months!

It's hard to believe but today was Emma's 4 month check up. She is weighing in at 13pounds 4 ounces and measuring 25 inches long. Dr. Ray was very impressed that Emma has grown that much. Over the last month and a half Emma has really started developing a little personality and I know it will develop even more the bigger she gets. She is holding her head up so well and trying to sit up on her own as well as stand if you support. She still does not like tummy time but she is scooting her little legs under her and trying to push up on her arms. She is really starting to laugh and talk all the time. She is also really able to focus and follow things. She especially loves to watch Lilly when she is running laps in the house. Emma is reaching out and grabbing for things. She loves to reach for Lilly's fur and she also has a giraffe on her car seat that she loves playing with. She has started carrying her burp cloth as a silky. She has to have that in her hand especially when she is sleeping and getting ready for bed. She pretty much sleeps all through the night and is now sleeping in her crib. A majority of the time she doesn't want to be rocked or bounced to sleep, she would rather you lay her on her belly in her bed with paci and silky and just rub her little head or back. She absolutely loves to watch Mickey Mouse Playhouse and will cry when Mickey says goodbye. She also loves to watch Handy Manny, Wonder Pets, Zac and Cody, and her Nature Baby video. She stayed her first night away from home at her Maw maw and Paw paw's house so mommy and daddy could get some housework done. She loves going to Ms. Holly's house and now has a friend there, a little 6 month old girl. We've unfortunately experienced our first virus and was a rough week and a half. As you can see, it has been a big time for all of us and we look forward to what is next in her growing stage. We are starting to eat cereal tonight and will start experimenting with other things soon. Bryan and I can't believe how fast time is flying. We are looking forward to Grandma and Grandpa's visit in a couple of weeks and look forward to this summer for the family get together. Hope everyone has a wonderful week.

8 inches of snow!

That's right, 8 inches of snow! I'm so excited to see the snow since Tennessee has been in a dry slump for a few years. We've had snow back in November when Emma  was 3 weeks old that was unexpected and totaled around  4 inches but we didn't get any pics because she was too small. So, we couldn't resist not playing in it this time with her and Lilly. I may go back and build a snow man when Lilly needs to go back out. She isn't to fond of the snow. Lilly doesn't like being out in the snow but will bark constantly at it from the windows. I will be posting another blog this week updating you all on Emma's 4 month checkup. Have a great rest of your Sunday!