Funny Little Sayings

Campbell has these funny little sayings now...

I can't wait, I can't wait!
Not yet
Oh man
Oh my goodness
Excuse me, Baby Blake
There, that's better
Here, take a look

She is picking up on everything. I need to be very careful about what I say - that's for sure!

Week Up North

Campbell, Blake & I stayed with my parents this week. We were busy visiting people & had a fun time. Thank you for ALL your help with kids Deb & Paul!

Here are some pictures from the week:

For some reason, Campbell put "sticky tape" in her hair. I had to cut it out with scissors and trie to explain that only Mommy & Daddy can use the scissors. I'm nervous about her wanting to cut her own hair now.



Campbell got to have a "nicnic" (picnic) on the porch & eat Grammy's cookies. She didn't want to leave.



Papa catching Campbell as she rolls down the hill.


Campbell & Nana having fun with hats.


Papa John meeting Blake.


Nap time.


Blake got a lot of cuddling this week.




On our way back home.

Blake's BIRTHday

...well kind of. Today was my due date. It's weird that he's been here 6 weeks already. I still feel kind of shocked that he came so early. Up until now, we've been saying, "he wasn't supposed to be born yet." So I guess we can't use that one anymore.

Also, weird coincidence, but today is my 1 year anniversary of not working...my retirement anniversary! I feel so lucky to be able to spend my days with the kids. I really do love it.

Here's a picture of Blake from today...as you can see he doesn't seem too interested in his card or little dog present that Gabe got him.

Envoy vs Deer

And the deer won!

Gabe hit a deer on the way back to the Cities late Monday night - thank goodness Gabe didn't get hurt. I went and picked up Gabe & we came back to my parent's house to get some rest. Tuesday morning Blake & I drove Gabe back to the Cities so he could go to work. Then Blake & I turned right around & came back Up North. We took the Pink Probe. I was a bit nervous about driving a stick - it must be over 10 years since I've driven one. It was actually fun to drive & I did good even when I got stuck in a bit of traffic. It's been over 10 years since I've been in the Probe, too. Ahh the memories!

Blake's First Boat Ride

Blake had his first trip up to the cabin this afternoon to meet Grammy Sharon, Garet, Anna, Luke & Caleb. Campbell had a great time exploring and keeping everyone entertained. We took a trip over to our land to see the hard work that the guys had done on the subfloor so far this weekend. The weather was so perfect - what a beautiful day!


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Snake Pie

Campbell, Nana & Papa had a fun time playing with playdough while I got to sleep in this morning. Campbell made a pie with carrots, apples, donuts, cookies & snakes in it. Yum! Yum!

Meeting the Greats

Blake meeting his Great-Grandpa & Grandpa.

Correction

This morning at breakfast I said to Campbell, "Peaches are served". She said. "No Mama, these pears." It's the first time she's corrected me like that. Oh boy...I'm in for it now!

Another Weigh In

Blake had another doctor's appointment today to check his weight. He only gained 4 ounces (in 9 days), so now he's 6 pounds 15 ounces. The doctor was a bit concerned that he still wasn't gaining quite as much as he should be. She said to make sure I'm feeding him every 3 hours & supplement with a couple bottles to get him to eat more. His next appointment is at 2 months, but she said to come in in 2 weeks if I'm worried about his weight. I also talked to the Lactation Consultant & she gave me a couple tips. I never had to worry about this with Campbell....it's a big difference that she was born such a good size at 8 pounds 6 ounces. It's hard work eating for this little peanut!

First Fight

Well not really...but kind of. I was giving Blake a bath & Campbell was having a great time helping me. Blake on the other hand was not having a good time - he was crying and flailing his arms all over the place. He hit Campbell (it actually was more like he brushed his arm on her...how hard can a 6 pound baby hit?!?) and Campbell got really upset & started crying. I tried to explain that he didn't mean to and he is little and doesn't know how to use his arms yet. But she just kept sobbing. It was really hard not to laugh at it all.

I DID IT!

I went out by myself with the kids for the first time! I dropped off something at the hospital & then went grocery shopping. I was a bit nervous & it took some logistical planning, but it went really well. Now we all need a nap.

Visitors

Mariah and Natalie came to meet Blake tonight.

One Month Old

How can it be that Blake is already 1 month old!?!?! I'm typing this as he is cuddled up on my chest making tiny little grunting/groaning/snoring noises. He's such a little peanut - in a way I don't want him to get bigger & grow up. People told me that time flies with your second child & they were right!

I heard a good idea somewhere that I'm going to do....take a picture every month of your baby in the same 1 year size outfit. So here is the first picture...


...and of course, Campbell had to get in on the action too!





Here is a picture of the kids next to their baby gifts from Aunt Velura. She had a great idea to make the stuffed animals from a bed spread that belonged to Aunt Ellen (Campbell & Blake's Great-Great-Great Aunt!).

On my Own!

First day home by myself with the kids (still seems weird to say 'kids'). I'm a bit nervous!

Gabe was home last week & we had a really nice, relaxing week getting adjusted to being home. Gabe spoiled me by doing all the dishes and keeping everything so clean. He even managed to get quite a few projects done around the house.

Then Deb came down for a few days at the beginning of this week to help me. Campbell had a ton of fun with her Nana & kept asking 'Where Nana go?' when she left. Thank you, Deb! I really appreciate you taking time off work to come down & help out!

Picture of Deb & Blake:



Picture of Deb & Campbell on a walk - Campbell had a blast with Mr. Wind blowing her pinwheel.

Weigh In

Blake weighed 6 pounds 11 ounces today at the doctor. The doctor would have liked him to gain a bit more weight (he gained 5 ounces in 8 days & they want him to gain 1/2 - 1 ounce a day), so we'll come in next week for another weight check.

Scary Fall

Campbell took a scary fall onto the cement today. She jumped off our two front steps and fell head first. I couldn't believe how fast a HUGE goose egg grew on her forehead. Luckily, our doctor neighbors were home and were kind enough to take a look at it. They said we didn't need to take her to the ER, but just to watch for signs of a concussion. Campbell is back to her happy self this evening & it doesn't seem to be bothering her. The bump has pretty much gone away, and as you can see, she's now left with bad road rash. Gabe & I on the other hand, feel sick about it....I would rather it be me that was hurt!

First Doctor's Appt

Blake had his first doctor's appointment today & everything is going great. He gained 5 ounces since his discharge on Friday & he now weighs 6 pounds 6 ounces!

As you can see from the picture, Campbell is having fun being home.

First Bath & First Walk

Blake had his first bath at home today. He didn't seem to mind it too much & Campbell really liked helping.

We went for our first walk this evening, although it took us a while to get going because we couldn't remember how to use the stroller with the car seat. Blake got to meet all our neighbors on our stroll around the block. Campbell had a great time with her 'bouncy bouncy ball'.

After all the day's excitement, Blake cozied up with dad on the couch.

Home!

We got to take Blake home today on his 2 week birthday! In a strange way, I was sad to leave the Special Care Nursery & all the nice doctors, nurse practitioners & nurses who took such good care of Blake (and me too!).

We changed 3 outfits in the first couple hours of being home..it's going to take some practice to get the hang of how to change a boy's diaper!

Deb & Paul brought Campbell home tonight. I can't believe how big she got & how many new things she's saying. We're so happy to have everyone home together.