4th of July

We had a blast at the lake with Kevin & Lori and a bunch of her family!

 Family 4th picture- it was extremely h.O.t.!

 Addison even hung out under the canopy naked part of the day!

 Little Reise & Uncle Kevin enjoying some water time.

 Addi and I chillin' on the floating couch.

So sleepy...and naked again!

 After the lake festivities, we headed to my parents for dessert- America's birthday cake! Thank you Pinterest for the new recipe.

 Thank you Grandma for my cute red, white and blue outfit!

Reise, Uncle Kev and Papa- look at that adorable smile!

 Gorgeous girls! Addi, Aunt Lori & Reise

Sadly, Addison also got her first sunburn on the 4th.  Although we tried to keep her out of the sun, put sunscreen on her, had her wear a hat, etc. she still got a little raccoon eyes.  I felt awful! But she didn't seem to mind and healed up pretty quickly.

Cousin Weekend

Addison finally got to meet her other cousins and aunts!

 Aunt Janna, Aleah, Mya, Sienna and Grandma (and Aunt Deahna) met us in Denver for dinner at Cafe Rio- Yum!  Addi and I went north with them but Jarad had to work. :(

 The girls could not get enough of Addison! They all wanted to hold her, feed her and help with her.

 Mya feeding Addi-

 We had lots of fun and Addi loved being the center of attention.

 We even went swimming with the cousins- Addi loves the water!

 Jarad came up for the weekend and we all went shopping. This was most of the gang- or as we called them, the herd of elephants! (Since I didn't get another picture, Aunt Kayla and soon-to-be Uncle Ike came in for the weekend too!)

 Jar, Addi, Mya and Aleah

 For Aunt Janna's birthday, we went to Casa Bonita.

Aunt Deahna and Addi- she is checking out the place!

Super fun weekend and we wish more of the family lived closer!

2 Months

10 lbs. 1 oz. - 17%

24 inches - 96%

Head circumference - 40.25 inches - 94% 

Such a beautiful girl! 

You've really gotten the smiling thing down! You should see our camera roll- it's pictures of you making all sorts of faces until we capture the smile!

 We spent quite a few afternoons at the pool. You love the water and always take a really good nap afterwards.

 Happy as usual and so stinkin' cute in your swimmie!

 We celebrated Daddy's first Father's Day this month too.  You're lucky to have such a fantastic father!

 At your two month check-up you had to get some vaccinations. 

 The oral one you loved cause it tasted like sugar, but the pokes in your legs made you cry! (and almost made Mommy cry too!)

 You're a brave little girl!

You're getting stronger and can hold your head up by yourself for a short while. 

You are also starting to really  make cooing/talking noises. You have a sweet and adorable little voice.

We love you!

Flashback!

Check back through this years posts (January and February specifically) for some fun updates!

RSV= Really Scary Virus

Okay, that's not what it really stands for but it was a really scare couple of days for us!  The day after Memorial Day, I took Addison into the pediatrician because she just didn't seem like herself and had been coughing the majority of the weekend.  After taking one look at her (well one look- a.k.a. temp, heart rate, oxygen levels, etc.), the doc told me to take her directly to the hospital. Not like, you should probably go, but go now- do not pass go, do not collect $100- go NOW. 

I started sobbing (seriously...I couldn't control it- one of the scariest moments thus far in my life!) in the office and then on the phone when I called Jarad and my mom. Then I packed up and ran home (had to have Addison's paperwork) and then straight to the hospital where she was directly admitted to the children's unit.

 The poor girl was so dehydrated that the only place they could get an IV in was on the side of her head (that was after multiple tries in her arms, legs and the other side of her head).

Jarad met us in front of the hospital and went home later to get some things for us to stay the night.

 Poor baby girl was much sicker than we thought but the hospital was great and we were able to stay with Addi around the clock. Jarad left only to go to work. After running a myriad of tests, she tested positive for RSV.

 Addison's birthmom was very sweet and sent some beautiful flowers for her.

 Sleeping arrangements were a bit unconventional... Jarad slept on the couch (well he tried) and I actually slept in the hospital bed with Addison. Please forgive my appearance- it was a rough couple of days.

 My wonderful parents, who came to the hospital as soon as Addison was admitted and stayed most of the evening, also brought us dinner and this was my fortune.  And how true it was and is! Our amazing family and friends said lots of prayers, calls/texts, etc. on Addison's behalf and some visited us too. We're truly blessed!

Poor girl had a chest x-ray, multiple blood draws, an EKG, her IV, oxygen, power suction, anti-biotics, and lots of blood pressure and temperature checks.  She barely had time to sleep with all this going on!

 But, sweet baby girl rebounded quickly and was able to go home just over 48 hours (worst two nights sleep in the hospital ever!) later. She was still on anti-biotics, oxygen and had multiple check-ups schedule already.

 A respiratory company brought over this giant tank for her to be hooked to at home and a few more small tanks for when we needed to go somewhere.

 We didn't go anywhere really though.  Sadie, Addi and I spent lots of time at home resting and recuperating.

Although she had been under the weather, our sweetie was quickly getting back to her happy self and her beautiful smiles!

She was over the oxygen tubes on her face and just under two weeks later, she was rid of them.

Much better! As the doctor said, the only accessory she needs now is her bow! No more oxygen!

Time at Home & Memorial Day

After getting back from our travels, we were able to enjoy being at home and celebrating Addison and spending time with friends and family.

The school I worked for, threw us a wonderful baby shower!

They were more than generous and Addison made out like a bandit!

Thank you to my co-workers and friends (especially Sue, Megan, Rachel and Beth and Cindy!)

It was great to have some down-time as a family.  We took lots of pictures of this sweet face!

We also did a little finishing work on the nursery (post to come on the finished nursery). 

Addison occupied most of our time because we just can't get enough of her!

Daddy had to go back to work, but we made some visits to see him.

Our ward has been so wonderful and we have so many great friends! Two of which (Cara & Susan), threw us a spectacularly adorable shower. (p.s. Susan made this cupcake stand! loves!)

Addison was held the whole night and just got loved on by everyone. A few people said it, and I whole-heartedly agree, that all showers should be post baby so everyone can meet the baby!

Yeah he does! And so does Mommy!!

Addi got her first "tub" bath too. She shirked from the water at first but then thoroughly enjoyed it!

Memorial Day we decided to do something fun and get out for the day. So... we went to the ZOO! Kev, Lori & Reise and Joe & Cara joined in on the fun.

And they're off! You've never heard of zebra racing?! HA! These two are ridiculous when they get together.

Joe & Cara feeding the giraffes. Eek- the long, slimy tongue!

Reise wasn't sure about getting too close to them.

We had alot of fun...

And the little princess mostly slept (probably because she wasn't feeling well- post to come about her being sicky).

After the zoo, we had a fun BBQ at the parentals. SO YUM!

Lori made a delicious dessert too! No better way to spend the day than with family and great friends!