The Friday before we moved, we got an unexpected visit from my Dad, Eliza's other Grandfather. She hadn't had the chance to meet him, so we all got together for dinner. Here's a little video.
The following couple of days were a complete blur. We were rushed to get the moving completed and we were extremely short on help. Finally, Eliza wasn't very happy with seeing her stuff in a new location and decided to be extremely fussy for her first couple of days.
We spent the week trying to get the place together in time for Eliza's first birthday party this weekend. In the meantime, we attended Caylor Hicks' first birthday party on Saturday. Eliza really seemed to like being around other kids. I think she needs more baby friends.
So now we're settled and really looking forward to the coming weekend so we can celebrate our big girl's first birthday. I was working on a little tribute video for her first birthday and I couldn't help tearing up. This year has flown. It all goes so fast.
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Sunday, August 23, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
While I have a second...
I'll update the blog!
Packing is well underway, but there's still a good way to go before we're finished (we have too much stuff!)
Eliza's pretty well got a full head of thick hair now, and so I think we're going to have to think about a first haircut soon to get it shaped up into something. She's off the bottle entirely now and drinking milk, eating regular food and starting to really show off a personality.
More details when we're not all exhausted and busy.
Packing is well underway, but there's still a good way to go before we're finished (we have too much stuff!)
Eliza's pretty well got a full head of thick hair now, and so I think we're going to have to think about a first haircut soon to get it shaped up into something. She's off the bottle entirely now and drinking milk, eating regular food and starting to really show off a personality.
More details when we're not all exhausted and busy.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Big week!
This is a crazy week, so hang with us through the lack of updates.
When next you hear from us, we should be in our new townhouse!
When next you hear from us, we should be in our new townhouse!
Monday, March 9, 2009
Settling In
We had a tough move to Richmond last week, but we've managed to settle in a little more. First I was sick for our move, then while we were in Mayfield, Eliza came down with the virus of doom. Since she had a 103 degree fever, we took her to the ER and had her checked over. After a couple of days of recovery, she was fine. She's just fighting off the lingering cough we're all stuck with after this bug.
Unpacking has been slow going. We have a three bedroom house worth of stuff to fit into a two bedroom townhouse. We have lots of storage space under the stairs, but everything really needs to be repacked so we can use the space efficiently. Meanwhile, I'm still the mommy of a six-month-old baby and our daily routine makes it difficult to get much done. Thank goodness for her afternoon naps.
Eliza is, as ever, a joy. She continues to be extremely grabby and we have to watch what we put within arm's reach. Her motorskills are improving every single day. I think crawling is a good way off. She DOES NOT like to be on her tummy for an extended period of time. She does, however, like to stand (with help, of course). Yesterday I let her stand while she held on to the laptop and the coffee table. For a few seconds she was holding herself up without any help from me. Brian caught a picture of that, but excuse our surroundings. We are still unpacking.
Also, since we had a tough week, Brian came home with some gorgeous tulips. They also afforded him the opportunity to play with his camera. Lastly, Eliza took a ride in a laundry basket yesterday and giggled up a storm. Enjoy the pictures!
Unpacking has been slow going. We have a three bedroom house worth of stuff to fit into a two bedroom townhouse. We have lots of storage space under the stairs, but everything really needs to be repacked so we can use the space efficiently. Meanwhile, I'm still the mommy of a six-month-old baby and our daily routine makes it difficult to get much done. Thank goodness for her afternoon naps.
Eliza is, as ever, a joy. She continues to be extremely grabby and we have to watch what we put within arm's reach. Her motorskills are improving every single day. I think crawling is a good way off. She DOES NOT like to be on her tummy for an extended period of time. She does, however, like to stand (with help, of course). Yesterday I let her stand while she held on to the laptop and the coffee table. For a few seconds she was holding herself up without any help from me. Brian caught a picture of that, but excuse our surroundings. We are still unpacking.
Also, since we had a tough week, Brian came home with some gorgeous tulips. They also afforded him the opportunity to play with his camera. Lastly, Eliza took a ride in a laundry basket yesterday and giggled up a storm. Enjoy the pictures!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
We're moving... AGAIN!
But only to Richmond this time.
Because things are getting a little cramped in our current abode, we've decided to decamp to a townhouse in Richmond.
It's a nice place with a GIANT laundry room/half-bath, an eat-in kitchen and most importantly, Eliza gets her own room again!
We should be completely moved by a week from Sunday. Pictures once we're settled.
Because things are getting a little cramped in our current abode, we've decided to decamp to a townhouse in Richmond.
It's a nice place with a GIANT laundry room/half-bath, an eat-in kitchen and most importantly, Eliza gets her own room again!
We should be completely moved by a week from Sunday. Pictures once we're settled.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Adapting
Being back in Lexington is handy in so many ways. Last night we needed to go to Babies R Us, so we got in the car and drove five minutes and ended up at Babies R Us. So much better than the two aisles of baby stuff packed into the back corner of the Paducah Toys R Us. Much better than the 35 minute drive just to get to the two aisles of baby stuff packed into the back corner of the Paducah Toys R Us.
Life in our temporary living space has proven to be not that bad. I'll try to take a few pictures later today. My aunt lives in a 4 bedroom duplex and we inhabit the front downstairs bedroom. Bedroom is a bit of an understatement. It's more of a large family room, really. When I was in my late teens/early 20s, I lived in the other side of this duplex with my Mom and my sister. I had enough space in my bedroom for a couch, end tables, my bed, a recliner, a dresser and plenty of extra walking space. Right now we have a small love seat, a couple of chairs, a coffee table, a kitchen table, 4 chairs, a small kitchen island (although it's pushed up against the wall and currently holds baby clothes), a TV on a small entertainment center, two bedside tables, our full size bed and Eliza's pack n play. Believe it or not, we still have walking space! Brian's Dad and Stepmom are going to attempt to bring Eliza's crib and maybe her changing table next week (although I see snow in the forecast for Tuesday, guys!). I hope we get that worked out. Eliza would be much happier and we can really use the storage drawers under her crib.
Eliza is doing fairly well. I think she's a bit confused with all the changes, but she's sleeping well in her pack n play. Her ears seem to be clearing up a little, too. She seemed to be in a much better mood last night. We're extremely excited for our trip back to Mayfield on Christmas Eve. I just hope Santa can track us down.
Life in our temporary living space has proven to be not that bad. I'll try to take a few pictures later today. My aunt lives in a 4 bedroom duplex and we inhabit the front downstairs bedroom. Bedroom is a bit of an understatement. It's more of a large family room, really. When I was in my late teens/early 20s, I lived in the other side of this duplex with my Mom and my sister. I had enough space in my bedroom for a couch, end tables, my bed, a recliner, a dresser and plenty of extra walking space. Right now we have a small love seat, a couple of chairs, a coffee table, a kitchen table, 4 chairs, a small kitchen island (although it's pushed up against the wall and currently holds baby clothes), a TV on a small entertainment center, two bedside tables, our full size bed and Eliza's pack n play. Believe it or not, we still have walking space! Brian's Dad and Stepmom are going to attempt to bring Eliza's crib and maybe her changing table next week (although I see snow in the forecast for Tuesday, guys!). I hope we get that worked out. Eliza would be much happier and we can really use the storage drawers under her crib.
Eliza is doing fairly well. I think she's a bit confused with all the changes, but she's sleeping well in her pack n play. Her ears seem to be clearing up a little, too. She seemed to be in a much better mood last night. We're extremely excited for our trip back to Mayfield on Christmas Eve. I just hope Santa can track us down.
Monday, December 15, 2008
One Year
Well, we're back in the 859! We're still working on getting settled in our little temporary living space. We basically have one big room for the two of us and Eliza. She's actually taken rather well to sleeping in her pack n play, but I'm hoping we can get her crib here soon. Brian's old bed had been at my brother's house since we moved to Murray last year. We brought it over yesterday, so it's already feeling a little more like home.
Brian is off at his new job and I'm hoping that goes well for him. Meanwhile, I'm going to be unpacking and finding the optimal furniture arrangement today.
Last night we went to my friends' church to sing Handel's Messiah, which was much harder than I remember. Still, it was lots of fun and good to see people I hadn't seen in a good while.
Today we celebrate our one year anniversary. Can you believe it? This has been quite an eventful first year of marriage, but I hope things settle down soon. All in all, I couldn't be happier with my little family!
A bite taken out of our cake topper.
Dancing to the Family Ties theme at our wedding reception.
Brian is off at his new job and I'm hoping that goes well for him. Meanwhile, I'm going to be unpacking and finding the optimal furniture arrangement today.
Last night we went to my friends' church to sing Handel's Messiah, which was much harder than I remember. Still, it was lots of fun and good to see people I hadn't seen in a good while.
Today we celebrate our one year anniversary. Can you believe it? This has been quite an eventful first year of marriage, but I hope things settle down soon. All in all, I couldn't be happier with my little family!
A bite taken out of our cake topper.
Dancing to the Family Ties theme at our wedding reception.
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