Fine Art Work

Isn't this artwork in Evy's room so cute? Our talented friend made it just for Evy! She can do custom artwork and wall murals. Need anything done for your house? Drop me a note and I'll send you her contact information. Always handy to have purchased talent on hand if you don't have any talent yourself....like me!

Get Well Soon!

Evy had her tubes put in today. We had to be at the hospital at 6 a.m. and her surgery was at 8:30. Scott and I took turns making loops around the surgical unit trying to keep the tired and hungry baby pacified. She did great as long as we were moving. Her surgery went well and we were home by 9:30. Evy seems to be in a very good mood, she has no interest in sleeping but that is no different than any other day. We're hopeful that the tubes will bring her relief. Evy's cousin Jacob sent her some get well soon balloons. So nice! Evy has had a lot of fun bopping them around!

Master of Disaster

Evy loves to stand. She would prefer that you hold her hands so she can stand up all night. If she's not pulling up on us she's pulling up on a piece of furniture, including her crib. Above, you can see her in action.

Lots-O-Laughs

"Paper in my dad's mouth is soooo funny!"

Bubba

I have lots of nicknames for Evy but the one that comes out, most often, when I address her is "Bubba." Maybe it's my rural upbringing. My mother has pointed out that I need a new nickname for Evy. She's not exactly a delicate flower, but Bubba does seem a little unsuitable for a precious baby girl.

A Bust

This weekend was pretty much a bust. Mother Nature ruined some of our plans and Miss Evelyn made it difficult to enjoy time with my family. We went to my parent's for the weekend and my brother's family came too. Evy had some of the worst days she's had in a long time. Stroller and car rides were required to initiate all naps (these tactics were used after lots of crying), she woke at 11 p.m., 1 a.m., 2 a.m., and 5:45 a.m. Friday night and Saturday night she decided to just make one appearance at 2 a.m. (she's been sleeping through the night for months). We are hoping this crankiness is a result of her ears as she's scheduled for tubes on Wednesday. We're desperately clinging to that explanation as it means relief may be in sight. This is the only photo we managed to snap all weekend. Evelyn is pictured along with her angelic cousin, Jacob.

Must Have

I'm always on the hunt for good workout gear. Who am I kidding...I'm always on the hunt for any type of shopping! Ms. Mayhem lauded her work out skirt in a post so I just had to try it. I took mine on a test walk Saturday and....love it...love it....love it!!! It's essentially spandex shorts covered by a skirt. I am a firm believer that no one should ever have to look at another human being wearing spandex shorts so this is perfect! Much more comfortable than a lot of the running shorts on the market. Mine is Adidas, but I'm sure the other brands are great too. Better go get one!