1/25/10

1st time for everything & 4 weeks left

Today we had a "first". Reagan's FIRST trip to the dentist! I've only rescheduled the appt 3 times because I kept chickening out thinking it was going to be a nightmare of a visit. I had visions of holding her down while she was screaming and kicking. I've been preparing her for a few weeks now and the event went wonderful! She didn't make a fuss about getting up and going. She watched me get my teeth cleaned first and sat there patiently. When it was her turn, she hopped right up and opened wide. Wasn't a big fan of the "polishing" but did great, got a new Sleeping Beauty toothbrush, and shiny, clean teeth. So proud of her :)







I also realized a few weeks ago that I have not taken ONE picture of my pregnant belly!! I did a whole scrap layout of the "weeks" with Reagan. The "second" child's being ignored already :) I'll work on that and try to get at least one or two. I officially have 5 weeks left. Last week, however, when I was at my weekly visit, Dr. Smith said "So do you want to schedule your voluntary induction?". (very casual like) Here I am staring at him dumbfounded...."uhhhhhh, um, sure", I said, totally confused and not really understanding his suggestion. It usually isn't an option for first babies but apparently very common (in Utah) for any remaining babies apparently. Obviously, per convenience of the doctor. Go in early, get started, deliver and then they can head home for dinner and not have to come back at 2 in the morning as was the case with Reagan. SOOOO.....if Baby Young hasn't made his appearance by Monday, February 22nd, I am scheduled for an induction! Hard to believe that is JUST FOUR weeks from today. It was a little bit of panic after that visit on my part. I made Mike work hard all weekend trying to get some "little" things moved, changed, painted, etc. We are all so excited for this little guy to join our family. A whole new world awaits us I'm sure. For several weeks I have tried not to freak out about what this means for Reagan. ALthough she is very excited, I'm a little nervous about the attention and time it takes for a newborn. Not that she will "suffer" in any way, but that little girl has had every ounce of attention for the past 3 1/2 years. I'm nervous that she will feel left out or ignored :( I'm sure it's normal for every mom to worry about this. I know she will be a huge help and she will love this baby so much. I can't wait to see her finally hold him and hug him and kiss him. She really will be the best big sis a little guy could want. Along those lines, I too cannot wait to hold/hug/kiss his sweet little cheeks.

1/18/10

Saturday night fun

While I stayed home and scrapped with the girls, dad and Reagan went to the Jazz game. She LOVES the games. Mostly she thinks it's about the Bear of course. Although she still remains absolutely terrified of him and his "silly string".

1/2/10

Hello 2010!

We rang in the new year in style....bed way before midnight!! It was a movie and popcorn, followed by bedtime stories and dream land. Awoken at midnight by firecrackers and hollering, I'm glad someone enjoyed the hour in style. New Year's Day we had friends/family over; did a little sledding, eating yummy food, and playing games. We are grateful we have the opportunity to celebrate with wonderful people and for our friends and family.

I have yet to make New Year's resolutions.....I admit, it never crossed my mind until Mike asked....ok, well I'll try to think of something (insert smile) in the mean time...Here's to a New Year!

Coop & Rea

Rea & Zoe

Teamwork!

Beth & Breann


Kinlee LOVES cookies

Playing Elefun

Would U Rather??

Rea & Baby Megan

Katie huffin it up the hill

Christmas Fun...

Christmas came with full anticipation this year. We spent the weekend in Idaho with our family. It was a fun weekend. It was more fun as Reagan understood more but also less fun as she was considerably grumpy that day. She did, however, get her Santa "wish" presents. When you spend a few days opening presents, for some reason, kids think that a day without is disappointing :) The day after, we went to a local ski resort and went tubing. It was fun to see lots of cousins and family, play games and eat good food. Let's spend a year not talking about Santa!

Dreams of sugarplums...


Her coveted Princess Castle


Swim To Me Puppy....the only other Santa wish list


Grandma Judy and Grandpa Dick gave Kennedy and Reagan these "hair salon stations". You can imagine that Reagan loves it...involving hair and all



After opening the trunk of dress up Princess clothes, it was all she wrote and all she wanted to dress up...her cousin Savana got the same trunk of clothes and little Emmett (who is just a few months younger) had to join in the fun. SO reminded us of our childhood, and my poor brother who was stuck admist 7 girls got pigtails, barbies, dresses, etc....




Christmas Breakfast and Lunch