Monday, January 19, 2009

New Beginnings...

So, this will be my last post as a mother of one! I'm being induced tomorrow! I was hesitant to choose an early induction but Jeremy will be out of town for a few days next week, and we thought it would be best if he were around. I'm so excited to meet her and see what she looks like!

This past week I've been trying to spend a lot of quality time with Jake. I've felt so clingy to him. I know things will be a lot different once the baby comes and I've been a little sad that I won't have as much one on one time with him. We've been playing his favorite games, watching his favorite shows, and eating his favorite foods together. I hope it makes this whole transition a little easier for him. I think he's excited. I can't wait to see how he reacts to her!

I'm excited for the start of a new year. We have so many new things going on in our family right now! Jeremy started school last week. It will be a little crazy doing full time work, school, and a new baby but we both we're excited for him to have the chance to go back. So far he's loving it. Jake started preschool again. It's just a little neighborhood preschool, but he loves it! He has a great time playing with the other kids and learning new things. I'm looking forward to having a wonderful new year! We'll keep everyone posted on little Ellie!

Finally, a prego picture...


We went in to check on Jake the other night and this was how we found him. Sweet little angel! :)




For some reason he keeps making this face when we try to take pictures. Crazy kid!


15 comments:

Jennifer said...

I'm excited for your new arrival. Tell Jake that sometimes I fall asleep saying my prayers too, and just so you know you can't tell you are pregnant till you see your cute little belly. You don't seem to be showing it in your arms or face.

Murray Family said...

I'm such a dork. I had no idea you were getting induced tomorrow! And I had no idea you were this far along. You lucky girl! You have a cute little belly :).

The transition is kind of bittersweet. I understand that! I did the same stuff with Madilyn before Max came. Tried to have lots of quality time and stuff. It is going to be so fun though to have two! You'll love it :)

Emily said...

Good luck!!! I am excited for you!!! I already feel clingy to Bailey and I am not due til June...but having 2 kids does change everything...it is good though. Let me know if I can do anything for you!!!

Breanne said...

I'm so excited for you!! Let me know if you need anything. I'll call you at the end of the week and see how it all went.
Jake is going to love Ellie and when he's older, he probably won't remember a time without her in his life.
Good Luck and I'll be thinking of you!

Jill said...

Yea! I can't wait to hear the news! Sorry I wasn't there on Saturday... Jeanette and I want to come see you after the baby is born if that's okay. Good luck tomorrow, hope everything goes smooth for you. She'll be beautiful if she's half as cute as Jake!

Julie said...

You look great Erin! I hope everything goes well with the delivery. How exciting!

Jenni McVey said...

Yeah!!!! I'm excited for little Ellie to come! Let us know if we can help, we live right around the corner! It will be fun to see Jake as a big brother!

Mel said...

It is going to be so great. It is a huge adjustment going from one to two, but such a great experience. Jake will be such a great big brother! Good luck and keep us all posted!!!

AMezNewz said...

Congratulations! I can't wait to see her. Jake looked so cute while sleeping!

Stella said...

I love the sweet picture of Jake! I am so excited for you and you new adventure. Can't wait to meet her. I hope everything went well today!

Becca said...

Good luck Erin!! I hope everything went well yesterday. Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you! You're a great mom... Jake and Ellie are lucky!! I'd love to help out in any way...

M Occasionally B said...

can't wait to see pics of you new little one. good luck with everything. you'll do so great!

Morgan Family said...

Congratulations as I am sure you have had Ellie. I know what you mean by trying to enjoy the time you have with Jake. I am sure he will be a great big brother! I can't wait to see the pics of Ellie! Let us know if you need anything.

Susan said...

I am sure Ellie is already here once you see this comment. Yay! Jake will love her and like Breanne said, won't remember a time when she wasn't around. I was afraid I wouldn't love Micah as much as I love Livvy when he was born, but that flew right out the window the moment I saw him. Congratulations!

Stefanie said...

I'm way behind on posts - so congratulations on the new arrival! I love the name by the way :)