Thursday, April 28, 2016

Another Day, Another Week!

Another week has come and gone in the life of our little family! Things are going well so far although Brayden decides to party every morning between the hours of 4 a.m. and 6 a.m., which makes for a sleepy mom and dad. Other than that, things have been going great! :)

Here's a glimpse at our week so far...


The flowers are blooming in my flower bed and I love it...although the weeds need to be pulled SO bad. I notice them every time I walk through and can't help but cringe. However, they will have to wait!


This past weekend, Brayden had his first major outing and visit to my favorite restaurant, McAlisters! So much fun!!


We also took his newborn pictures last week (when he turned 2 weeks old) and this is a "sneak peak" from my photographer was sent to me a few days ago. Adorable! 


Speaking of adorable, that face. I could just stare at him for hours!


...and speaking of staring...I spy a pair of doggie eyes on me! :) Little beggar! 


I also might have eaten a little pizza this weekend. My eating habits got so off track during my third trimester...it's time to get them back where they need to be!


As happy as I am to have Brayden here, I can't help but be a little sentimental at the phase of my life that has now ended. Although I'm glad to have more space in his closet now, it was bittersweet to pack up my maternity clothing over the weekend. I AM keeping them though...you never know what the future holds! :)


Madalynn spied an old friend on one of our walks last week. We haven't seen horsey-friend in a long time! 



This sweet little boy turned 3 weeks old this past Tuesday. I can't believe how fast time is flying by! On his three week birthday, we visited my work/American Cancer Society Friends and had dinner with my parents. It was such a jam packed day, he was worn out by the time it was all said and done!


He's such a snuggly baby, too...I just love it! 

I managed to get away for a few hours this week to shop for bridesmaids dresses. A friend of mine is getting married soon and I wanted to wait a few weeks for the extra baby swelling to go down before trying on a dress. Although it is a tad bit snug, I was able to order my "normal" size which made me super happy! I made the decision not to go with the larger size because it was a little too big and I know by the time I get to running again in a few weeks, the dress will fit even better!


Over the past few weeks, two birds have been building a nest in one of our plants off the back deck. I was finally able to see the fruits of their hard work - four speckled eggs! It's going to be fun to watch these hatch, grow, and fly off on their own! I just have to keep Madalynn out...crazy dog.

That pretty much sums up our past week! Hope you've had a great one! :)

12 comments:

  1. His newborn photo is adorable!! Can't wait to see more! I hope he learns soon nighttime is for sleeping. :) I've definitely had moments where I should be sleeping because baby is sleeping, but I can't help but stare at his little face. :) Congrats on the first few weeks!

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    1. Thanks girl! That's exactly how I feel - I know I should be sleeping too but I can't help myself! :)

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  2. That's so awesome that you were able to get your normal size!! We have birds trying to build nest all over - on our outdoor speakers, on the front columns, etc. I say trying because I try to run them off. Birds completely freak me out. Except hummingbirds, I love them. I'm terrified that I'm going to open the door & a bird will fly in! Brayden is just too cute!

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    1. Hahahaha I understand! This is a first for us and we've been in this house for 8 years so I'm excited to watch them hatch and mature! I love hummingbirds too! :)

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  3. I love catching up on your beautiful family! Brayden is absolutely adorable! I am running my first half marathon in November (Disney Wine & Dine, I am a WDW nut lol) Reading your blog (along with Heather's) is one of the reasons I got up the nerve to sign up. Thanks for the inspiration and God Bless your precious family :) Angela

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    1. Thank you so much, Angela! Thank you for your kinds words! I'm so excited for you for Wine & Dine! Keep me posted on how things go and let me know if you have any questions or need anything!! :)

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  4. Glad to see you are enjoying time with your little guy. I can't believe he'll be a month old soon! Boy time sure does fly!

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    1. Time really does fly by so fast! I want him to stay little as long as possible! Time slow down!!

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  5. Sounds like the perfect week with a newborn...although I can't believe he's already 3 weeks old! And girl! Packing away those maternity clothes already??!!! How awesome! I still had to wear mine for a few months after my two were born. Not fun!

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    1. Well, I should have prefaced that by saying I have four pairs of jeans in my closet - two are "bigger" size and two are my pre-pregnancy size. I kept the "bigger" size just for an occasion like this...the pre-pregnancy ones are still a bit snug. :)

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  6. I love all the photos of your precious little Brayden. He is a darling little boy and obviously the apple of his mama's eye. Congrats on already fitting into your pre pregnant size. That is fantastic Karen.

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