9 Months!

Nine months ago today I was in the local hospital recovering from my second c-section that brought our little princess into this world and changed our family from a party of three to a party of four. We had a visit with our favorite pediatrician this morning, and I'm happy to report that Miss Thang is doing quite well. She weighed in at a healthy 21.3 lbs, 29" long, and whatever head size it is that puts you in the 97th percentile for head circumference (which is 29" I think; wait, does that mean that her body is as long as her head is wide? Sheesh!). I snapped this shot of her this morning in the waiting room, because I am a terrible mother and forgot to take one yesterday on her 3/4 year birthday. So just what exactly are you doing these days, Livvy-girl?

• You've recently learned how to crawl and you've taken off all over the house. The only way we can keep tabs on you is hearing your little hands slap the tile as you peruse the scenery of our abode.


• You're pulling up on anything and everything that will be still for a few seconds, including your brother, Carter and your furry brothers, Sam & Cisco.


• Speaking of which, you've also recently become intrigued by the dog feeder/dog food in the pantry which reminds us that we'll have to keep that door shut 24/7 until you learn your boundaries. You haven't consumed any Pedigree yet, but mommy knows it's only a matter of time.


• You love many foods your brother would never touch, including green beans. You're so over the pureed baby food stage and enjoy feeding yourself even if that requires a bath after each meal.


• You hate laying on your back (unless it's in your crib with a bottle at bedtime). All other times, you flip over before we can stop you and on more than one occasion, we've been forced to get you dressed while on your stomach or sitting on your knees. Not an easy feat if you ask me.
  


• You squeal to show your likes & dislikes, which was cute at first. But now I think you've learned that it's an excellent way to get the attention of a big person. The louder the better.


• And last, but certainly not least, you bring joy into our lives on a daily basis. We knew what it was like to love a son, and you're showing us how much fun it is to love a daughter with a strong, spunky personality.

Have you ever...

...seen a daddy looking so happy to be at home with a sick baby?




He sent me this text a little while ago and said, "Apparently O can only sleep on my shoulder." Yeah that OR apparently she's most at peace snuggled up with her pops. Oh heavens for little girls and their daddy's... the term "wrapped around her finger" doesn't even begin to describe this relationship.

Relay for Life

Last Friday night I participated in Relay for Life along with about 11 other girls from our BFG. Our team was called Manda Strong in honor of our friend, Manda Maxwell. Manda wasn't able to be there due to currently undergoing treatment in Houston, but her husband, Aaron, her son, Aiden, and a few other family members of hers were there to show their support. We walked, talked, walked, sold cotton candy (yeah, you heard me right), and then we walked a little more. Despite the torrential winds that threatened to make a mess out of our evening, we had a great time and raised money for an even greater cause. Many thanks to Laura for coordinating our team, by the way.

Aaron & Aiden


Rachel & Jaxson New

Laura, Kristen & Melissa

The Guys

Abby & Leah Curley


The Baller Family recording a video message for Manda

Easter

We had a great Easter, even though the activities weren't that much different than any other Sunday for the Eason family. We started off with a trip to church where Nick and I helped in the childrens building for a few hours after attending the early service. The weather (as most of you experienced) was super rainy and rather dreary, so we hurried over to Gigi & PawPaw's house for a big family lunch and a relaxing afternoon. If I had known the weather was going to turn out as nice as it did by the end of the day, we probably would have hunted for eggs afterall. But a little rain sure wasn't going to stop the Easter bunny for bringing Carter & Olivia their Easter "baskets" full of fruit snacks, Sesame Street books & other goodies the bunny found in the dollar section of Target. I'm just guessing.

And even though I KNOW I am not, I feel like I am the only mom in the universe that has trouble getting both her children in one picture. Just try to coordinate the efforts of a 2 1/2 year old with a mind of his own and an 8 month old that wants nothing more than the digital hardware in your hands. The result? Two separate pictures of my children on all the major holidays. Happy Easter!

See? I told you. Camera up = baby attack

Better

Cousin Jenny getting Olivia to walk. Can you believe those thighs?

And this is the best one I got of my little man, with his Easter basket.