Come On Spring Break!

Spring Break is next week and I am soooooooo ready. I didn't realize how ready I was until this morning. The rain and this freezing cold weather sent me into a tail spin! Yesterday as I was leaving Jodi's, I had CB in the car seat (which is like 100 pounds) and I stepped off the sidewalk and twisted my ankle! It hurt so bad! Luckily, I don't think it's broken, but it sure is sore. So, this morning I didn't have an umbrella or my coat and I am thinking, "How in the world am I going to get CB up the walk and into the house in this weather with a sore ankle?" Jodi saved the day by pulling her car out of the garage so I could pull in and drop CB off. Even still, I was late to work and FREEZING. It's just time for some relaxation.

Four Months

My little pumpkin is four months old! People say all the time, "Doesn't the time fly?" Well I haven't really felt that way until now! We found her first tooth on Sunday and that really hit me hard. It seems like just yesterday that we were up every 2-3 hours feeding her and now she has a tooth! I know that four months is a tad early for a tooth but the doctor said it's not uncommon. I am still in some shock because I really thought we would be able to hold off on teething for at least two more months. She is such a beautiful, sweet baby. She smiles, laughs and sings to us non-stop.

My Little Love

It is hard to believe how my love grows for this little girl. I can't describe it. I know that you probably already understand the depth of my love, but it has been so much fun for me to discover it daily! I think I have most of her cries figured out now and that makes me happy. I am normally a rule follower, but I have busted out of my shell when it comes to the sleeping rule. She sleeps with me. I know, I know...I am a terrible mom. She will probably be spoiled rotten and will be an unruly child. I will have heck to pay when she turns 13, right? Maybe so, but when she wakes up next to me and gives me a huge grin in the dark at 3am it's hard to resist.

On to another subject...CB had her first date on Saturday! We went to the Galleria and met my friend Jennifer and her little boy Dax. He is adorable! He gave CB a little doggie with a heart. We had lunch and then walked around the mall. Believe it or not, Jennifer opened my eyes to a little store called, "Baby Gap"! Ever heard of it?! I have too but for some reason I had never fully grasped the GREATNESS! I am chomping at the bit to go back but I think I'll wait until I get paid again! Ha! Ha!

Mommy and CB

CB and Dax on their Valentines date!

Who can resist this Valentine?

College

Does anyone have any advice on how to save for college? We are looking into the Texas Tuition Promise Fund but I want some other opinions. This fund locks in current tuition rates. I just don't know if I want to limit CB to a Texas school. You can take the money out of the fund, but it will be taxed (of course). Any advice or suggestions are welcome. Maybe my little chunky monkey will get a nice modeling contract and will be able to bypass college...based on this photo I don't know how the agents could pass her up!

What a Difference a Year Makes!

One year ago we began the IVF process! In January and February we were doing injections and we found out we were pregnant on my birthday - February 24! 2008 was the best year of my life as I was surrounded by family and friends celebrating the most precious gift imaginable. I decided to recap the year in pictures so you have to start at the bottom and come back up. February 2009

Baby CB was born in October! FINALLY!!! The long wait was over and

I got to hold her in my arms!

Enjoying showers in September!

The nursery almost complete in August!

Preparing the nursery in July!

This is in June when we found out that Baby Lew is a GIRL!

Here I am in May on my first Mother's Day! I was 13 weeks!

This was taken on my birthday weekend last February! The same weekend we found out that we were pregnant! It was so much fun, but also the most nervous I have ever been in my life!

IVF Medications!

A Special Weekend!

Clara Beth had a big weekend! We celebrated her baby dedication on Friday and Sunday with a birthday party sandwiched in between on Saturday. She was a perfect angel at both dedications. On Friday night Lake Pointe held a special service for parents, families and friends in Pier 419. We chose a verse from Luke - "For nothing is impossible with God" as her dedication verse. It is just fitting for our situation and we believe it with all of our hearts. Sunday morning we went in front of the congregation to reaffirm our committment to raise her in a Godly home. It was a surreal moment as I have seen so many other families do it before us and I was so happy it was finally our turn.

On Saturday, CB attended her first birthday party! It was Liam's 3rd birthday...hard to believe he is already three! He is all boy and had the best time opening his gifts! He got lots of fun toys and a Cowboys t-shirt from CB, Randy and me.

Last night, I decided to pull out the Bumbo chair just see how she would do and I was stunned to find that she can sit up perfectly! I was so happy but also a little sad that she is growing up! I think she liked sitting in it so we will keep practicing daily. Before long she won't need the Bumbo chair!

Three Months

Alright people. Forgive me. Does anyone even still look at this? Oh well, if you do still take an occasional peek, thank you. If not, I don't blame you. I have been terrible at keeping up with it! Clara Beth is 3 months old today! She is a really happy baby. She loves to smile at us when we act silly and her favorite time of the day is bath time. We are both head over heels in love with her and BoBo seems to be coming around too. I went back to work on January 5th and it's been torture. Luckily, she is only 4 minutes away at my friend Jodi's house. I know she is in good care, but it's just hard letting go during the day. I have made my way over there a few times during lunch. Being a mom is more amazing than I ever imagined. I could hold CB all day and never get tired. She is such a miracle and a blessing to our family.