I got a new car!

Billy and I recently purchased a Chevy Equinox and I couldn't be more happy! It is fully loaded with a sunroof, leather, heated seats, 6 disc CD player and much more. I love it so much. :) We are now saving so Billy can get a new Cadillac, he wants one with hydraulics. It's so nice to have a big SUV, especially since now I come with a lot of baggage! Everytime I go out I have to bring the diaper bag, stroller, and all the other things that come with having a child. It's also much easier to get the car seat in and out of. Avery loves her new ride too! The first time I put her in the back seat she looked around and smiled! The windows are all tinted too, so the sun doesn't get in her eyes anymore- she HATED that! I will post some pictures of it as soon as I take some.

I have a huge decision coming up in the next couple of weeks- whether to go back to work or not. I really don't want to, staying home with Avery is amazing. At the same time, I really miss my job and I definitely miss that paycheck! After some recent events at my previous job I doubt that I will return, but I really need to decide soon!

Happy Valentine's Day!

2 Month Milestones

Just wanted to give an update on all the things Averyana has accomplished in only 2 months of life!

1.Her first smile was after I kissed her on the cheek, she looked up at me and smiled. Since then she smiles alllll the time!

2. She first slept through the night when she was only 4 weeks old!

3. She "talks" and coos to us all day long. She has gotten so loud and vocal. The pedi told us one of the first signs they are going to be really smart is how vocal they are. She's got it in the bag!

4. Recently she has started lifting her head up and holding it. It's amazing! They aren't supposed to sustain it like she does until 3 months!

5. She has fallen in love with her first toy- the Gloworm. It's a little worm looking guy that lights up and plays music. She could be crying and all you have to do is turn it on in front of her face and she starts smiling and "talking" to it.

Can you believe she has done all that in only 2 months? She's like a completely different baby from when we first brought her home. I guess the saying really is true- They grow up so fast! She is our pride and joy, and she brings so much light and happiness into our home. I just wish I could stop time and enjoy each new thing she does a little bit longer.

2 Month Doctor Appointment

So we had Avery's 2 month appointment yesterday. it went really well. Billy loves the doctor (I knew he would!) and she even told us that we ask smart questions. She remembered us too, bringing up things she had said at Avery's last appointment. This is really important to me. I want her pedi to have a relationship with her and truly know her.

She is now 11 lbs 14 oz and 23 3/4 inches. She is in the 90th percentile for height and 70th for weight- the doctor says she above average but very porportional. She also told us she was perfect! :)

Avery had to get 3 shots in her thighs. She took them like a champ. Her face turned bright red and she cried but she calmed down as soon as Billy put her on his shoulder. She is such a Daddy's girl. I gave her some tylenol when we got home and she slept the rest of the evening, only waking up to eat. I thought for sure she would wake up during the night because of her tough day, but she slept all the way through like always. I still am amazed at what an easy baby she is. We are so blessed and lucky.

I went on a job interview Tuesday and it went really well. It is for an event consultant over in River Oaks. I would be responsible for the complete coordination of anything from weddings to fundraisers. I still don't know if I am exactly what they are looking for though. I guess we will have to wait and see!

2 months old!!

Then- the day we brought her home from the hospital

Now!

I can't believe she is already 2 months old! Time really does fly when you are having fun. She has changed so much in 2 months. She smiles at us all the time now. She has also started cooing and "talking" to us. It's adorable. Her favorite toy is her glow worm. She will be fussing and all I have to do is turn it on and she starts smiling and cooing at it immediately. She has also started lifting her head up like she is trying to sit up. She gets frustrated because she can't do it, sometimes fussing in anger. Her neck control is so amazing, she can sit in her bumbo for up to 20 minutes before she gets tired of holding her head up.

We go to the pedi tomorrow for her 2 month appointment. She will get her first round of shots. I am not looking forward to this, but I am really happy Billy took off work so he will be with us. He finally gets to meet the new pedi too! I will update tomorrow after her doctor visit.

Tattoo

Billy started his sleeve he is getting for Averyana. So far he has just gotten her name. More pics to come as he completes it!