On Dasher, on Dancer, on Comet, on...Winnie?

Baby W continues to sparkle and amaze us each day. We love her with all we have.

Her stats and "isms":

-At one month she weighed 10lbs, 2oz and added one inch in height, putting her at 21inches

-loves bathtime (used to absolutely HATE it!)

-has slept six hours...in a row! Woot woot, that's my girl

-she is starting to smile more each day. and let me tell you, it's the cutest smile the world has ever seen.. (at least I think so!!)

-when she's not sleeping she is VERY alert.

-when she's not grunting (which is A LOT), she is "oohing" and "ahhing" or tooting and burping :)

-has a blast on her activity mat, it's really quite adorable to watch eventhough she's not doing a whole ton yet.

-loves to be held and rocked, kissed and snuggled

-Her new favorite is being held out in front of you so she can see what you see

We just adore her.

Blessing bags

Today I am feeling inspired to spread the christmas spirit.

Although the gifts and the glam are a fun part of the holidays, it is not the reason we celebrate. Or at least, not the reason we should celebrate. I need to remind myself that the holidays are a time to be with loved ones, share simple moments of happiness and togetherness, a time to give (and cherish) to those you care most about, and even to those you know nothing about. It is not self-centered but rather all encompassing. It is not about how many presents you get, or giving the most expensive, spectacular present. It is not about me. It is not about you.

It is about us.

I am working more on us today.

I recently found a pin on pinterest (I know, I said it. I'm a pin-addict.) that caught my eye. Here is what is was-- http://kwavs.blogspot.com/2011/05/blessing-bags-how-to.html

and now I'm going to make my own blessing bags. I can feel my heart growing already!

Hope the holidays are treating you well---- love to all!

Winnie Kai Eads- 1 month old

Our little darling is one month old today! Can't believe four weeks ago, we were at the hospital waiting to meet her.

Winnie has grown so much already! I got a little weepy when I realized she was starting to no longer fit in her newborn clothes anymore. Not quite ready to let go of her tiny cuteness. BUT, I am excited to see her continue to develop into the little lady she is destined to be. She is just so darn lovable it nearly knocks me over!

* My apologies for waiting so long to post these pictures. I guess I have a good excuse of being preoccupied with being a new mommy and all ;) There are countless stories and memories we've already made to share, but they will have to wait for another time. This mama can only be away from her baby for so long. I miss her too much!

Winnie Kai Eads, born November 4th 2011 @ 6:37am, 7lbs 9oz

For my daughter

Upon discovering I was going to be a mommy, I knew I wanted to encapsulate my memories of the journey to come. I wanted to create something my daughter can look back on years and years down the road and reminisce on just how much she has truly embraced my life. Envisioning all things sentimental and keepsake, I started by making a calendar. It charts all of the special moments we've shared in the first nine months, the doctors appointments, the date that unveiled we were having a girl. I often wondered to myself as I was making this if she was going to appreciate it as much as I hoped she would. And then I thought, even if she doesn't, it meant something to me. I will forever look back on that calendar and smile as I remember some of the greatest months of my life.

Have you seen the google chrome commercial yet? If not, take a moment to watch it right now. It will truly tickle you, especially if you are a parent or aspire to be one someday.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4vkVHijdQk

It makes me teary every time.

I suppose it had such an affect on me because this is what I want to do for my daughter. So I started writing to her. And I will continue to write to her. One day, she will get to read it and hopefully understand just how loved she was, is, and will always be.





The true beauty in life lies in the unexpected moments. The moments that open your eyes and open your heart to something completely unknown. You were the best surprise, and the greatest gift, I have ever received.

Pumpkees!

Our October tradition-- pumpkin pickin' at Spooner farm!

 He's going to be one cute daddy!

 I need to upload the picture of us at the pumpkin patch from sophomore year of high school I think it was... oh, and the one from 7th grade! Wouldn't that be fun to see how we've changed through the years?

 Here I am, 9.5 months along! I think the pumpkins and I share some commonalities.. we are both very big and very round! Can't wait to bring our little bebe with us here next year :)

Maternity photoshoot!

We had an absolutely phenomenal time doing our maternity shoot with Alicia Reynolds (Kyle's sister)...despite the intense heat and spiders crawling up my skirt! It got me so excited to meet our baby girl and I think that is clearly visible on both of our faces. We are just overjoyed!!

 She couldn't have captured these special moments any better, I am truly in awe of each and every picture. These are times I will never, ever forget. Gosh, I love my fiance (!!!) so darn much!

Only 6 more weeks until we get to see our bebe sugar! Life is just peachy :)

A speckled belly

Mommy and daddy love you, little one!