Easter and outings

Easter Sunday was pretty low key. We went to lunch, napped, dressed up Molly and then enjoyed a darling Easter basket delivery!

Later in the week, cousin Mos and Ginny came to meet Molly. They were SO into her! :)

 Since the rain was settling in we decided to hit the public museum, is there anything better than the carousel? Mos said he 'LOVED' it!

 This is how the girls roll! Matching strollers, seats, and pink blankies :)

 Molly also found out the charms of DeVries Jewelry. Daddy's in trouble :)

Friday night it was no April Fool, we celebrated Mom V's birthday. Dinner out and cupcakes back at their house.

Life is good in Molly's world!

Getting in the swing

No, not a baby swing, we didnt buy one of those...mistake? oh well :)  

We're adjusting nicely thanks in large part to MANY helping hands, hot meals, and encouraging words.

Peter Dad has been our #1. We love when he's home and I think he loves it too :)

Molly's first pediatrician appointment. We love our ped, he is very relaxed and reassuring. By appointment number 2, Molly made it back to her birth weight! Yay!

Great Grandma was SO excited to meet Molly. She held her for about 2 hours straight!

Heather cant wait for us to get some plans on the calendar so she can watch Molly! And my college roommate Melissa and her husband were still in the Mitten State and were able to visit before heading back overseas. We look forward to seeing her again!

My Aunts Lois and Jean stopped over, I'm not sure which they enjoyed more, Molly or shopping for her beforehand :)

Auntie K and Arie got home from Florida and came as soon as they could. This may have been the first time K looked forward to leaving FL just a little :)

Mrs. B stopped over, every baby needs some Gymboree and laughs!

When she's awake, she's very awake. She's started to be expressive, smiles at daddy and definitely knows the sound of my voice - melt my heart!

So many more have come or sent cards to greet Molly, we're thankful for each and every one! She is a very loved little girl.

A busy beginning

Many photos to follow, but from the whispers I've heard, not too many will mind. :)

Molly's arrival was not without drama. We were so happy to hold her in our arms at the end of the day!

Her first visitors were her grandparents and uncle. I heard their voices before I even got off the elevator! :)

This was how we spent our first night, just staring at each other through her clear bassinet. Peter Daddy stayed with us and couldnt help but keep peeking at her too.

 Our first morning. Just like her mom, slow to wake.

Her first full day of life brought lots of cousins and aunt and uncles for visits. Thank you to everyone who did visit, what a gift!

 I'm a girl! It took me several days to really come to grips with that thought! A Girl!

Wednesday we got to go home! Yay! Bring out the milkshake pink hat and booties :)

 Home. Welcome to where we live. Notice who was pretty curious about our addition...

 Ahhh. Bed sleep in my own bed :)

And our journey begins!

The difference of a day

Saturday March 12 was my due date, we went out for a leisurely breakfast, grocery shopped, and made a delicious dinner.

Sunday March 13, our lives changed forever. Our hearts too.

Welcome Molly Elizabeth

5 pm

7 lbs. 3 oz.

20.5 inches

The last of the normal

It's a very strange feeling knowing that you're whole world is about to change but not really knowing when or how. So, we've just continued on doing regular things like:

Spending the day with my college roommate. Children's Museum and lunch - my how times have changed, yet friendship remains!

Going to the movies. I loved it, he endured it ;)

Napping with the kitty, who I think is more aware of things than she lets on; they've got a sense you know.

We were driving into downtown last weekend to see a show with friends and Peter mentioned that the route we were taking might be a good one for getting to the hospital. 

(Wide Eyed Emoji)

What an absolutely strange thought to both of us!

Growing like gangbusters

Another few weeks have gone by and so I have a few more photos. 

Bebe is getting there :)

No Leap Day Bebe for us. 

Command day, March 4th, would be another good option. :)