We made it!

Last week was a wild week for Madeline and I. Chris was traveling for work so we were home by ourselves. I had some help (ok, a lot of help!) from Robin, my sister and my mom. Thank you all so much! There were a few rough nights where Madeline was up most of the night with stomach pains so it was really great to have some one there to help.

Here are a few sweet pics of our angel. These are from my cell phone so they're a little blurry. Now that Chris is home, we'll be taking some better ones to post!

Maddie is too little for her jumper but she still likes sitting in it looking at and touching the toys.

Isn't this a riot? I put her in this while I got ready for work one morning.

A few photos of Madeline...

Here's a couple photos of Madeline over the past week!

Madeline and Nana

Madeline playing with her elephant. She was hugging it and laughing but got super serious when we got out the camera!

Deep sleep!

The other night, Chris put Maddie down to wrap her in the blanket. She passed out immediately, so we let her sleep there for a bit. I was next to her on the couch so she wouldn't fall.

Have a great weekend!

The taste of victory...and then the agony of defeat.

Our beloved Wildcats have had an incredible run through the tournament this year. Chris, Madeline and I have enjoyed cheering them on as they fought their way into the Final Four. We lost last night, but we're still proud of our team. Always a Wildcat fan!

Madeline is already a fan of the big blue too- look at her sweet little dress she wore for the game.

Before the game

After we lost...bummer!

Here are a couple of other pictures of Maddie over the last few days.

Who needs a pacifier when you can stick your entire hand in your mouth?!

While we were posing Madeline, Stella was trying to get our attention. Here's her best "model shot".

Back to Madeline...

She did not like the sunglasses but I think they are so cute!

Happy weekend!

Work & Daycare: BUSY week!

Well, I started back to work this week. It was pretty rough. To begin, we didn't get to do our half day daycare dry run b/c poor Maddie got sick over the weekend. She was up all Sunday evening coughing & gagging. Little miss had caught her first cold. (Not sure from where). So, her first day at daycare ended up being my second day back to work. Needless to say there were a lot of tears. Fortunately, Maddie seems to be doing well there. And, she's the cutest kid in her class (obviously) so I think she might get special attention. Or not. That's just what helps get me through the day! :)

This weekend Madeline spent a little bit of time with each set of her grandparents. We also cheered the CATS on to another tournament victory!!

Hanging out with Grandpa Hughes!

My mom picked Maddie up from daycare early. I had sent her there in a sleeper. When I got to my mom's house she was in this new outfit. Hilarious!

Sick little girl... poor thing. She could only sleep propped up b/c she had so much snot.

Look at those chubby legs!

Only a few days left...

I go back to work on Tuesday...which means it has been 12 weeks since Madeline arrived. I cannot believe we have a 3 month old! She is just absolutely the light of our lives!

On Monday, Chris and I are going to do a practice run. We're going to get up & take Madeline to daycare for a few hours. I'm hoping I will get all of my tears out Monday, since I don't want to cry at work. We shall see. I know Maddie will be in good hands, but it doesn't make it any easier! Fortunately, I've got a ton of great friends at work who will help me get through the first few days.

This last week, Maddie and I have been busy with lunch dates, play dates, and the like.

Madeline's newest thing is playing on her mat cooing and screaming. I tried to get it on video but she clams up when the camera comes out.

In my bumbo, ready to cheer on the CATS to victory today!!

I'm thinking about having Madeline wear this in her 3 month photos (among about 45 other things!!)

Maddie Rolling!

So I am officially the last person to see Maddie roll over, but I did...today! She rolled over two times in a row. Check out this video.

Madeline: Growing like a weed!

Maddie had her 2 month doctor visit on Wednesday and she did great! She only cried a little after her shots this time- thank goodness! She weighs....TEN pounds! Can you believe that? She is 22 inches long- almost two feet! Here are a few photos of our baby girl!

After bath time!

Just chillin'

Looking around...

Maddie and mommy

Ready to cheer on the CATS!!

In my new hat!

Wherever we are, Stella is too! She loves her sister. (Well, actually, she loves licking her toes.)