Two Years Ago Today

I can hardly believe my baby girl is 2 today...I know most parents probably say that each year a birthday rolls around, but seriously - do they have to grow up so fast? I'm trying to think of it as a happy occasion, but I'm having a hard time. Given the recent addition of Addley to our family, Saige seems more grown up than ever and while I've never been apart from Saige except for the birth of Addley, I feel a bit like I've missed something. I love everything about her and I hope she always knows that. She brings our family great joy with her quirky personality and sweet nature. Of course, added to that, is a sprinkle of gremlin (as YaYa would say). She demands her brothers attention, and if ignored, will push his buttons until she gets what she wants. She loves yogurt and hates tuna. Oatmeal is O-P-meal. Dayton and the dogs are her best friends. She loves books, wiping things, dressing up in others clothes and belly rubs. Just when I'm about ready to lose all patience she'll say something sweet like "I love you mommy." Her pouty lip, clumsy run and great big hugs melt my heart and I try to take it all in so as not to forget the little things about her that make her unique. Happy Birthday my sweet Saige. I love you endlessly.

Happy Birthday Addley Preston

Welcomed by big brother Dayton, big sister Saige, mommy & daddy, Shey & Tula (the dogs), Addley Preston arrived via c-section on Monday June 29th at 7:58am. She weighed 8lbs 10oz and stretched in at 20 3/4 inches. After 4 days recovering in hospital we made our way home to an excited and chaotic house. We are slowly settling into a routine and adjusting to our new roles. Our sweet blessing is happy, healthy and doing well. Many have been asking me what I will re-name my blog and after much thinking I've decided that it will remain unchanged right now. Baby Addley isn't much of a shadow just yet, so I've got some time to think about it.
Getting weighed.
Getting cleaned off.
Having vitals checked.
Swaddled & asleep.
Sisters and best of friends already.
Asleep in the swing.
Dayton & Saige made Addley Birthday cupcakes.
Going home.
Dayton meets Addley.
Saige meets sister Addley.
3 days old.
2 days old.
1 day old.