All Smiles

One of the hardest things about having a preemie is the developmental part of it.  We are always left wondering if there are any developmental issues as a part of being born early.  Zoe turned 2 months old yesterday and had been tracking things with her eyes the last few days.  On Sunday I thought she smiled at me but it was hard to tell.  Today she did for sure- She looked straight into my eyes and when I said hi to her she smiled that sideways grin that starts the whole smiling thing.  Thank God for these little milestones!!

Little Fishes

Today I embarked on something that I had been fearing and realized that I had made it a bigger deal in my head.  I took the boys and Zoe to the pool at lifetime for a little summer fun.  We took food and drinks so we didn't have the pressure of "mommy can we buy a snack/drink/whatever?"

The boys were great and Zoe slept in the shade.  My sweet friend Heather, came out to say Hi and took Zoe to visit inside.  She fed her while spending some cuddle time with her and I got some no pressure time with Jaxon and Cooper in the deeper water playing ring around the rosie.  To sum up a great time was had by all!  They are tired and happy tonight and I am looking forward to an early bedtime for them : )  I will take my little fishes back again I think- It was a great way to spend the day!

Every Hour of Every Day

This is a common site around the house these days.  Cooper is in love with Zoe and begs to hold her all day long.  It is hard for him to understand that Zoe needs her sleep and needs to be put down every once in a while.  I am soo glad there is no jealousy there.  On a side note I have now figured out how to put a picture on my post after having a blog for how long now?!  Yeah Me!!! [Ok stop laughing at my stupidity : ) ]

Lovin' Summer

I am lovin' summer especially since it is my last one with Cooper before he officially becomes a school age child.  I have spent this week rediscovering the movie Greese with both Cooper and now Jaxon.  (Thanks, Shannon- we promise to get our own copy)  Both of them have always loved music but this has dancing as well.  Cooper just finished his dance routine to "Summer Days"  and Jaxon sings the end notes with Olivia and John as if he were part of the cast- What a crack up!!!  Oh I know I've said it before and will say it a million times more - I love kids-

What's on my mind

What's on my mind- I feel blessed today- I got the bill from the hospital for Zoe today!  WOW!! I feel blessed that God has Jeff in a great job with great insurance.  We have a roof over our heads, way too many clothes, gas in our cars (even at these prices), food in our stomachs.  Just in case you are wondering-$55,000 for 17 days- yes, you read that correctly!  Our part-$239!  That's it that small amount.  Now, that doesn't include the doctor fees or my cost that is just Zoe in the NICU- but how blessed are we-there are not enough words.  I thank all of you for your kind words of encouragement, gifts, food for the family and for your prayers.  My cup runneth over!!

Day 2

It is Friday - Day 2 of summer vacation.  It is around 5:00 pm and the boys are quietly waiting on their dinner after spending about 20 minutes outside.  So far So good.  I have taught Cooper how to play some games on Nick Jr. and have played the playstation with Mason some.  I have wrestled with Jaxon and Zoe is happy and fed.  I have had dinner with my family 3 nights in a row and hopefully tonight will be 4.  I have done 4 loads of laundry this week and two of the have been folded and put away.  I had forgotten how hard, yet how fun it is to be a SAHM.  I have said it before - time passes so quickly may we never forget to enjoy even the most mundane of tasks as mommies and wives!

whew

What happens when you nest after your baby is born- You get your backyard cleaned up and ready for summer and get almost all of your garage cleaned out in one day!  Much to my dismay however the boys enjoyed having mommy and daddy just coming in and out and semi-trashed the downstairs that was neat and tidy when we got up this morning.  I am reminded of the song "Water Colored Ponies"- the line says "seems an endless mound of laundry and a stairway laced with toys give a blow by blow reminder of the war.... but the water colored ponies will one day ride away."  I thank my God for allowing me to be a mother.  May I never weary of cleaning and be thankful for each and every day with my children!