Happy Mother's Day

Easter

Did I mention the Easter Bunny paid us a visit? Luckily, we had a basket all ready for Miss Evelyn. The girls were very concerned about that. I was more concerned about pulling off Easter after having a baby six days before. We did though. Even Evelyn got some treats in her basket.

The girls threw on their coats and went egg hunting during this very chilly Easter.  It was a nice, laid back Easter.  Our neighbors cooked us dinner, we went to Barnes and Noble to spend the gift cards Grammy and Papa sent and Evelyn grew more orange by the minute.  More on that later. 

Growing Up

My big girl attended a Red Carpet/American Girl Doll party today.  She had lots of fun getting dressed up with her doll.  I enjoyed watching her and admiring the beautiful girl that she is!  While holding my littlest in my arms and remembering when Savannah was her size, I had one of those moments where I am overcome with panic.  Where did the time go?  Was I the best mom I could be to her over the past nine years?  Are we still meeting her needs, nurturing her and preparing her for what is to come?  All of those emotions swirled through my head, both happy and sad.

When looking for some earrings for her to borrow out of my jewelry box, we came upon many old beaded necklaces she had strung for me.  I (jokingly) told her that I miss all my surprise necklaces and pointed out that she doesn't leave notes under my pillow anymore.  Savannah responded with, "I still love you.  Life has just gotten busy."

Why does life have to be so busy?  (I am feeling like things are very hectic with a newborn in the house!)

Why do kids have to grow up so fast?

One Month Old

Our sweet baby girl turned one month old today. We absolutely adore her!

Discharge

Technically, I wasn't supposed to go home until day four, or after my third night in the hospital.  After talking through the logistics of getting me home, Alex and I concluded that going home in the middle of the night on day three was best.  Natalie had an early flight which would require Alex to bring all the girls to the hospital for my discharge.  I was pretty uncomfortable from my c-section and couldn't imagine dealing with all four girls.  I wanted to go home and be settled without their "helping hands." 

Luckily, our nurse agreed to the plan and found the appropriate people to discharge me.  My doctor was quite surprised when I wasn't there the next morning but leaving in the middle of the night was the best thing we did.  The girls woke up to us all settled in.  They were thrilled.

 As the nurse wheeled me down to the lobby, I was overcome with gratitude.  Last time I took that ride, I was leaving my fragile twins behind and riding in a wheel chair empty handed.  One cannot imagine how hard that is on a mother unless they have experienced it.  My heart was broken.  This was so different.  I was taking my baby HOME!

Sweet Evelyn

Alex and I had wonderful day on Wednesday (Evelyn's second day of life), just getting to know Evelyn.  Natalie had the girls and Alex spent the entire day with me. 

This baby is so sweet.  Here are some cute pictures we were able to snap in the hospital.

I love those tiny feet.

Family of SIX!!!

The girls were so excited to meet Evelyn.  We didn't tell them her name before she was born so once they had a name, they were ready to put it to a face.  I was ready to feel like a family.  Nervous, but ready. 

Here are my sweet girls. . . all four of them. 

They were in awe of her tiny size, tiny feet and tiny hands.  They were so gentle and curious.  

Adeline was the first to hold her.  She jumped at the opportunity.  

 Miss Lila proved most comfortable.  She was rubbing Evelyn's head, giving her the binki and, in general, at ease with her little sister. 

 That smile says it all!

 The big sister.  She has grown into such a helper.  She absolutely loves her. 

 Complete and full of love.