Phone Pics and Busy Life

We have been staying busy this past month and have some fun plans ahead as summer approaches. It's not always easy getting out of the house with 2 kiddos, but we manage to do it a lot these days. It goes much smoother when I have a second set of hands. The weather is finally warming up and we are enjoying as much time outside as possible. Our stroller is getting a lot of use. Daddy and Pepaw replaced a beam and swings on our swing set, so we can enjoy lots of time in our backyard. I'll post pics once the total play set renovation is complete. Maybe mommy will come home from the beach this weekend and it will be done ;-). On that note, daddy has his first weekend alone with both girls while mommy goes to the beach with a bunch of moms from Avery's school. I am excited about some R & R but will also miss my girls! Here are some pics from my phone. It has become my main camera these days. I've been blogging from my phone since the computer was moved upstairs and can't figure out how to get captions with each picture. 

Mothers Day

We spent 3 nights in Hickory to visit with Gigi & Papa this past weekend. Mommy was able to do some shopping and have some special time out and about. I was able to FINALLY find chairs for our dining room. They are being stained and hopefully will be finished in the next couple weeks.
Treys extended family and grandmother were able to meet Molly and we had a lot of fun spending time with everyone. Avery really enjoyed swimming at Gigi and Papa's house with her daddy, Papa and cousin, Camilla.
Both girls did great on the ride home Saturday evening. We all went to church together for the first time on Sunday. My girls, with the help of their daddy, got me a beautiful necklace with their first initials on the charms. After a yummy lunch and some good naps, we had dinner with Grammy, Pepaw, Aunt Robyn and Uncle Ian. I love dressing my girls in matching outfits and plan on doing it until they object. We all went to Goodberries for our favorite ice cream after dinner. It was a great Mother's Day weekend. I'm very blessed to have a loving and supportive husband, two beautiful and healthy girls, and fabulous family members!

Molly's Nursey

I did finish Molly's nursery before she was born, but I neglected doing a post. Since Molly's birth we have finalized some finishing touches. I love her sweet, girly nautical nursery! Lots of loving family members helped with this project and we are very grateful. Also love our many Etsy finds!!!

First "Real" Haircut

A few months ago I trimmed the back of her hair because she was growing a mullet, but last week she went to my hairdresser for her first real haircut.  She sat in the big chair with a little booster and let Miss Kristen put the cape on her.  Kristen was very surprised at how well Avery did and told us that most kids start crying when they try to put the cape on them.  Avery sat in the chair very well with a snack and some iPhone time to help keep her still.  Avery does not have a lot of hair to cut, but she was in need of a clean-up in the back of her hair.  Mommy is ready for the front of Avery's hair to grow long enough to stay in a ponytail and bow.  She is also very proud of her big girl for doing so well.

Avery got to play at the park with aunt Robyn while mommy got her hair cut.

Molly 1 Month

Last week Molly was 1 month old.  It's hard to believe that she is already a month, but it feels like she has been with us so much longer.  Molly is a great baby, and her big sister has adjusted very well.  We are very blessed to have two sweet and healthy girls.  At Molly's 2 week appointment on April 8, 2013 she had gained back her birth weight and then some, weighing 7 pounds and 12 ounces (30%).  She also grew an inch and measure 22 inches long (93%).  We have got a long and lean girl, but she is starting to fill out.  Molly's head is 14.4inches (64%).  At a month old, Molly has grown out of the newborn clothing due to her long length, and she is wearing 0-3 month clothes. 

Molly is starting to smile and we adore her sweet noises and facial expressions. She is sleeping in her crib at night for 3-5 hours.  Mommy hopes that she continues to grow and be a good sleeper.  Molly does a great job of holding her head up as you can tell in her pictures. Big sister Avery is a huge help and is always there to give her a kiss or a passey.  We are very thankful for Molly and look forward to watching her grow.

Little Mommy

Avery has adjusted to being a big sister very well. She loves Molly very much, and we couldn't be prouder as her parents. It is great to see her care for her sister and babies in such a caring way. Over the last four weeks she has become quite the "little mommy." Avery's teachers tell us that she cares for all the babies in her classroom. We love watching her feed babies, pat their backs and rock them. We often find her babies in Molly's swing, bouncy seat and in the highchair. Avery is quick to bring us a pacifier when Molly is fussy, and she had quickly become our big helper. She also loves holding her sister and gives her LOTS of kisses! We love to see these sweet moments and are excited for our girls to share many life experiences as sisters!