Sorry for the lack of posts, but these days it's seems like all I do is wake up, nurse the baby. Take David to school, nurse the baby. Clean, nurse the baby. Pick David up, nurse the baby. Feed the kids, nurse the baby. Get myself ready for school, nurse the baby, etc., etc.....you get the idea. It's amazing how hectic life gets after the 3rd child, and when the oldest (and myself) is in school. I feel like I have no time for anything! But, I am resolved to do better. Maybe I just need someone to be accountable to. Any takers? ;)
Anyhow~ I have finally made some updates. I spent most of the morning recording some tidbits from the last 4 1/2 moths. If you don't feel like reading it, I won't be offended. I just felt that since my blog is the only journal I keep, I better jot some stuff down. Happy day!
Monday, October 5, 2009
My Jay
(Jay's creepy mustache...)September 21, 2009
On this day 29 years ago, Joseph Patterson Stay Jr., was one of a set of twins born into the world to Joey and Lisa Stay. Twenty-two years later he came into my life and it's been bliss (mostly ;) ever since. Here are 29 reasons I (and the kids) love Jay:
1. He is a wonderful daddy.
2. He puts up with a sometimes crazy wife.
3. He does the dishes.
4. He finds the strangest ways to make me laugh.
5. He provides for his family.
6. He plays the plays Star Wars Wii. (from David)
7. He gives the best hugs. (from Ahnali)
8. He's hot. (from me....duh...)
9. He rarely complains.
10. He is always trying to improve himself.
11. He has the most beautiful blue eyes.
12. He works hard at everything he does.
13. He plays a wicked air guitar (and a real one, too...)
14. He puts his family before anything else.
15. He has a testimony of the gospel.
16. He is an example to me and his children.
17. He can still make me blush.
18. He makes me feel safe.
19. He makes me lunch. (from David)
20. He's my daddy. (from Ahnali)
21. "Squeal!!" (from Michael)
22. He smells good. (most of the time)
23. He lets me have my way. (most of the time)
24. He's a good kisser. (Smooches!)
25. He loves me back.
26. He chose me.
27. He loves the Lord.
28. He's a "people person".
29. He's my forever companion.
We love you daddy!
First Day of "Big Kid" School
August 12, 2009 - David's 1st day of school.
After spending 2 years at EMECEC preschool, David talked all summer long about getting to go to "the big kid" school. He was very excited to start kindergarten and didn't shed a single tear. Oh, and neither did I.
He already had a friend. My good friend's little boy, Gavin, is in his class.
Walking away to begin his first day of kindergarten.
After spending 2 years at EMECEC preschool, David talked all summer long about getting to go to "the big kid" school. He was very excited to start kindergarten and didn't shed a single tear. Oh, and neither did I.
He already had a friend. My good friend's little boy, Gavin, is in his class.
Walking away to begin his first day of kindergarten.
My David
August 8, 2009
This is the day my David turned 5 years old. It's hard to believe that 5 years ago on this day, I was giving birth to the first of my children. David is such a sweet boy, and I can't imagine my life without him!! Here are 5 reasons I love David:
1. He is so dang cute!
2. He is very imaginative.
3. He is a GREAT big brother.
4. He makes me laugh. :D
5. He always tells me he loves me.
I love you too, David!!!
This is the day my David turned 5 years old. It's hard to believe that 5 years ago on this day, I was giving birth to the first of my children. David is such a sweet boy, and I can't imagine my life without him!! Here are 5 reasons I love David:
1. He is so dang cute!
2. He is very imaginative.
3. He is a GREAT big brother.
4. He makes me laugh. :D
5. He always tells me he loves me.I love you too, David!!!
There's a First Time for Everything!
Here are a few firsts for my little ones... They're so cute!!!
6/8/2009-Michael's first bath
6/19/2009-At 2 1/2 years old, Ahnali gets her first haircut. Goodbye toddler mullet!
6/29/2009-Michael smiles for the first time. :)
7/5/2009-David plays guitar hero....He is his daddy's boy!
6/8/2009-Michael's first bath
6/19/2009-At 2 1/2 years old, Ahnali gets her first haircut. Goodbye toddler mullet!
6/29/2009-Michael smiles for the first time. :)
7/5/2009-David plays guitar hero....He is his daddy's boy!
Saturday, June 6, 2009
America's Next Top Model?
Jay took this picture of Ahnali the other day, and I think it's just fantastic! Do we have a future model on our hands? Maybe I should submit the picture in to Huggies...
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Baby Michael
I have finally collected my wits about me...At least long enough to post about the arrival of Michael LeGrand Stay. Michael joined our family on Sunday May 24th, 2009 (2 days overdue) at 11:28am. He weighed in at 9lbs.11oz. and 22 1/2in. long! His head was 15in. around! Did I mention that this was without any anesthetic?
That Sunday, I woke up at 6:30am to some slightly uncomfortable contractions. It wasn't anything worse than what I had been experiencing for the last month, but I thought I should monitor them anyway. The contractions went from 7-10 minutes apart to 2-3 minutes apart within the hour. We decided to call Jay's mom and she arrived at the house at 8:00. By 8:30am we arrived at the hospital.
At 9:30am, my doctor decided to break my water. I was hesitant at first, because I knew the contractions would become more uncomfortable. Luckily, I didn't feel much of a difference until about 11:00. I was having trouble concentrating through my contractions and begged for an epidural. At 11:15 the anesthesiologist came to the room but it was too late! Michael would not wait. Thirteen minutes later I was holding the precious new addition to our family!
Michael is one of the sweetest babies ever! (Of course, I may be a little biased.) He rarely fusses and is such a cuddle monster! Isn't it crazy how it seems that you'll be pregnant FOREVER and once your baby comes, it seems like they've ALWAYS been there? I'm so grateful that this sweet little boy was sent to our family. I'm grateful for a loving Heavenly Father that has entrusted us with one of his precious little spirits. I am especially grateful that we can continue to live as a family for all Eternity. I love the Gospel!
A special thanks to Amanda for being my doula, and making me hold out for the meds! (Although, I don't know if I'm likely to do it again!) And to my wonderful husband Jay for taking all the abuse. :) I love you!
That Sunday, I woke up at 6:30am to some slightly uncomfortable contractions. It wasn't anything worse than what I had been experiencing for the last month, but I thought I should monitor them anyway. The contractions went from 7-10 minutes apart to 2-3 minutes apart within the hour. We decided to call Jay's mom and she arrived at the house at 8:00. By 8:30am we arrived at the hospital.
At 9:30am, my doctor decided to break my water. I was hesitant at first, because I knew the contractions would become more uncomfortable. Luckily, I didn't feel much of a difference until about 11:00. I was having trouble concentrating through my contractions and begged for an epidural. At 11:15 the anesthesiologist came to the room but it was too late! Michael would not wait. Thirteen minutes later I was holding the precious new addition to our family!
Michael is one of the sweetest babies ever! (Of course, I may be a little biased.) He rarely fusses and is such a cuddle monster! Isn't it crazy how it seems that you'll be pregnant FOREVER and once your baby comes, it seems like they've ALWAYS been there? I'm so grateful that this sweet little boy was sent to our family. I'm grateful for a loving Heavenly Father that has entrusted us with one of his precious little spirits. I am especially grateful that we can continue to live as a family for all Eternity. I love the Gospel!
A special thanks to Amanda for being my doula, and making me hold out for the meds! (Although, I don't know if I'm likely to do it again!) And to my wonderful husband Jay for taking all the abuse. :) I love you!
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