Steelan

Another blog I have been following is by MckMama. She is an amazing photographer, strong Christian, devoted wife and mainly loving mother of four kids under the age of four. Her youngest, Steelan was born with SVT, an abnormality of his heart. He turns one tomorrow and was hospitalized last night with a severe case of SVT. She is updating on her blog and via twitter asking for prayers from everyone. Here is the link to see pics of little Steelan and get updates on how he is doing. Please pray for him!
http://www.mycharmingkids.net/

Love, therockinryans

Little Big Guy

4 month check up!

Trent is 14 lbs 6 oz (40th %til)
24 3/4 in long (50th %til)

I was shocked to find out that he wasn't in a higher percentile because everyone comments on how big he looks and he is wearing size 9-12m clothes! I find this a little confusing but it doesn't really matter because....

To me, he is perfect....my Little Big Guy!

Hello Punkin!

How to have a great Halloween.

Step one-
Go to Pumpkin Patch and pick a Punkin! *

*It is ok to nap during this process.

Helping Mama!

In a couple of weeks I will be starting my new job at Hays Medical Center! I will save you the details on the months of drama that lead up to the job change and just say that I am excited for the new position. I will be working part time for Anesthesiologist Associates of Hays (AAH) and be able to remain a part time SAHM. This is so great because I really love both jobs and didn't want to give up either one. This also gives Jake some great bonding time with Trent as he will be a part time SAHD! Anyway, leading up to the new job has been tons of paperwork....good thing I have lots of help!Oh, by the way, Trents clothes in this pic are size 12 months! The pants are a little long, but the onesie won't last much longer! His 4 month apt. is next week, we can't wait to see how much he weighs!
Love, rockinryans

Sydney Brooke

Sweet, tiny girl.

We can not wait to watch you grow.

We all love you, that you will know.

Our hearts you have already won.

Having you in our lives will be so much fun!

We love you Sydney!

Love, Uncle Jake, Aunt Kari and Trent

Cereal, take one!

I know I was a few weeks premature, but I just couldn't wait. I had to see Trent try cereal! I am hoping it will help with his reflux and we can get him off the Zantac. Here is what happened!

Happy Anniversary!

We have been married for a year....again! Last summer Jake and I renewed our vows at the beach in Atlantis. What an amazing time! We always have the best vacations together. It does make me a little sad looking back, but who knew our little one was already with us!




And how can I be sad when I see this!!

3 months old!

Finally!

Well, I have been wanting to start a blog since I became pregnant with Trent....here we are a year later......

I can't believe he is already 3 months old! It has been a difficult 3 months. He was a very fussy baby, basically 24/7 but what saved me was the fact that he did sleep well at night. Being a mom is so much more difficult than I ever imagined. I know everyone tells you it is hard, but nothing really prepares you for what is ahead. I always tease that I would have been a better mother at 16 than I am now, some days I think I am too old for this!

But now, 3 months later he is becoming such a fun little guy! His screams have been replaced with smiles and giggles. He can now hold up his head and wants to GO GO GO!! He loves the fact that he can be more independent in his Jumper and Bumbo seat. He still loves to be with mama though, loving the Moby wrap, watching me cook, clean or go for walks outside. Speaking of outside...he loves it!

I am so very thankful for wonderful family and friends that have held me up these last 3 months. I now understand the meaning of "It takes a village...". I am also so lucky to have an amazingly understanding, loving and supportive husband. He has been the rock to our crazy life during the last months. He is such a great daddy too! He has spent many days alone with Trent and does wonderfully.

Today's prayer request is for a little girl I have been following that has a brain tumor. Her name is Kate and she is only 5. She just began her second round of chemo this week. Her parents are amazing in the fact that this journey has brought them closer to God, not pushed them away. They are an amazing family, so please keep them in your prayers.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/mcraekate