July 12 through July 17

So, McKenna, here is what we did this week of your life.

July 12 -- We hit all three hours of church today. You wore that cute dress with apples on it. People were goo-goo for you. Ammie held you during Relief Society. You got a little fussy, so I took you back and wrapped you up. You love a swaddle. I get text in the morning that Aunt Annie's water broke and that she was in labor with Vince. Vince joined the family ranks just before midnight! Welcome Vince.

July 13 -- I took you to the Dino museum at Thanksgiving Point with Ammie and friends. You were an angel and slept most of the time. I fed you at the end of the museum, and we headed to lunch. Quinn got all covered in bubble gum ice cream. Later you came with me to the dentist to find out I needed a root canal. Then you and I went to Melissa's so I could feed you. You were so fun. You ate and then stayed awake for awhile. You layed next to me kicking my thigh. And when you fussed, I wrapped you up and you fell asleep. I was proud to show my friend what a good baby you are. But I think I spoke to soon because you didn't do that routine again for several days!! oops!

July 14 -- Root Canal Day!! You stayed at Lizza's while I went to get my root canal. You didn't want to sleep there. But then you finally fell asleep, it was time to eat. Lizza let you sleep longer beofre waking you up to give you a bottle. You were not interested, ate an oz. and went back to sleep. I nursed you when I got back.

July 15 -- You came with me to my 6 week check up with the midwives. I nursed you in the waiting room AND during my exam. That was kind of funny, but you do what you have to do. Right?

July 16 -- You and I woke up early and had some nice time together. I think it helps your daily schedule if you wake up around 7 a.m. I can do that ... I guess! While you were up and everyone else was asleep. I played doll with you and dressed you up, trying different outfits on for size as i packed for California. In the evening after we all went to the Dino Museum with Daddy, I tried to give you a formula bottle. You were not having it. No thanks, you said. I guess I'll have to try a few more breast milk bottles before me cruise into formula. Aunt Sue and I laughed because the more I tried to give you the bottle, the more milk seemed to be in that darn bottle. You barely took any, and what you did take, you spit out.

July 17 -- Another early morning together. I could get used to this. You smiled at me big time today. I can't wait for you to hold your head up ... at least just a little. :)

Days Go By: July 4 through July 11

July 4 -- You are feeling better after being a crazy lady who cries with acid reflux all the time. We headed to Lindsays for a few minutes. All I had time to do there was feed you. Then it was over Mike and Sue's house for a fourth of July. Your wore no special red, white and blue dress because the two I had were too big for you. Instead you spent most of the event bundled and asleep on Rachel's bed. It was cool and dark in there, and you loved it.

July 5 -- Blessing Day. You were the star of the show ... but still very sleepy. I couldn't find the baby blessing blanket. Better find it for #3 ... someday.

July 6 -- I left you at Melissa's for a few hours so I could go to the dentist. Then later we headed back to Sue and Mike's for more family fun.

July 7 -- It was a day to stay home and watch TV. We went on a short walk. You cried a little. And then you cried off and on during the Michael Jackson memorial. You much have been sad ... and off schedule. Every now and then you need to eat every two hours during the day. No big deal. I just need to remember that is part of the plan.

July 8 -- You were a rock star for me when I took you and Quinn to meet Bridget at the Bean Museum at BYU. I fed you in the toy room there. You stayed awake for a little awhile and then feel asleep on the walk to the MOA for lunch. By the time we were getting in the car, you were scream. But you LOVE THE CAR. The minute we started moving, you were out like a light.

July 9 -- The Westovers fell in love with you when I took you to the SLC house for Clinton's 23rd birthday. Susan gave you the cutest outfits. We love some ruffles on the bum. Can't wait until you are a little bigger. I forgot your reflux medicine ... oops. So we sort of had to leave in a hurry.

July 10 -- You were SOOOO sleepy today. I could barely wake you up to feed you. I told a few people that, and they said, "So it will be a long night?" Nope. You were a rock star at night too. Before that we spent the evening at Lindsay's, and we switched babies for a little bit. She was in love with you. You had a hair clip in, and she never minded redueing your hair ... cause she has all boys.

July 11 -- Lazy day at home. You and I hung out in my bed for a bit this morning. You are a doll. I have started passing toys over your head to watch you follow them. It is so cool. I think you are a big smiler. When I look at you now, I seem so familar. You fit right in. You didn't have to cry for any naps today. I just put you in your bed, and to sleep you went. Nice work, angel baby!