Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Micah Moo


Wow it's been a looong time. I have been simply overwhelmed with life. Most days I forget to eat breakfast in an attempt to get to work on time (never happens). So much has happened since my last post. The MAIN and most important thing that we welcomed out precious baby Micah into the world. He is nearly 6 months old now i can't believe how fast time flies.
Micah Matthew Keller Smith was born Oct 3rd by induction. He was 8lbs 10oz, 20 inches long, by far my biggest baby, nearly two pounds heavier than Emery! Johanna and Emery just love him to pieces. First thing Emery says every morning is "where Micah Moo?" Johanna wants to hold him all the time even though he is now getting too big. Johanna is both of the little ones' protector, no one messes with her babies :). I think that what makes me most proud of her.
While on maternity leave I started calling Micah "Micah Moo" and it's stuck, i have a feeling it will be his nickname for a while...even Johanna and Emery call him that now. Micah Moo is a tank, he loves to eat! He unfortunately has reflux like Emery but with meds it's not bad. Fortunately we found a pharmacy that know WTH they are doing, Walgreens can suck it. (if anyone is looking for a great pharmacy that does compounding, try Auburn) He sleeps through the night but usually has to be in his car seat or swing because of the reflux. Hey, I'll take it...after Emery this is an imense improvement.
I am so grateful for my three HEALTHY kids even though they drive me up the wall. So many wish to have what I have, just need to remember that when Emery dumps her milk out on the rug and Johanna freaks out about having to go to bed. I think about Keller and the bean a lot especially since we have had Micah. I wonder if they would have looked alike. I think so, since all of the kids look like Dustin and Keller did too even at that early stage. He looks down on them smiling I am sure.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Two Years ago Today

Two year ago today I was supposed to hold my newborn son. It's ironic to me that this day coincides with the beginning of Summer, not feeling so summery at the moment.
He should be two years old today. I still miss him so much and I think of what our life would be like with him here with us as a toddler.
We feel very blessed to have our girls and this new baby on the way. I really believe Keller watches out for all of them and is their guardian Angel! Keller will always be missed, and never forgotten.


Wednesday, June 15, 2011

the last few months

It's has been so long since I last posted, life has gotten in the way! it doesnt' help that out laptop broke down either!

Nothing too major has happened in tha last couple months, the girls are growing and so is baby (and my belly ) ! I am at 24 weeks now, YAY. We are having a boy this time so we are VERY excited, but it also brings back some memories of Keller. I have been getting ultra sounds every two weeks and he is looking great and always has a strong heartbeat. He is moving a lot now, I love that feeling:












I also started makign hair bows for the girls (at this point mostly for Johanna). I decided to sell them and I have sold a few already. I like making things, it relaxes me after running around and working all day. I wish there were more hours in the day! Between work, kids, cleaning house and the bows I need at least 30!


Thursday, March 24, 2011

Our Emery is growing up!

Emery went to her One -Year check up a few days ago. Dr Blum was very happy with her but thought she may be a little spoiled...No way. Also he thought she looked a little mal-nourished ;) She is hitting all her mile-stones on time or ahead of time! She is saying a few words, like "hello" (sounds like "herra"), she said "all gone" yesterday. She waves, gives kisses, blows kisses. She can stand by herself and has taken two steps. She hasn't really tried to walk anymore than that but that’s OK, she is taking her time with walking like Johanna did. She may be the only baby I know that is more smiley than Johanna was. Her sleeping habits could be better but we are working on it. She will sleep from about 8pm to 4am am most nights. Sometimes she'll sleep all the way to 6 sometimes she'll wake up more than once. But nonetheless she is an absolute joy!

Emery's Stats:
Weight: 24 lbs 12.3 oz = 92nd %ile
Length: 30" = 74th %ile
Head: 18.7" = 96th %ile

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Happy First Birthday Emery!

What a great Birthday Party. Emery had a blast , especially eating her cake!