Mixed Prints Life

And so it begins… Our Monthly posts about our little guy. Jack, You are just a day over one week old and I can hardly believe that you weren’t in our lives just nine days ago. I will readily admit that I have NOT remembered just how trying it can be to have a newborn in the house, but the… View Post

Nine months ago, when I found out I was pregnant, I figured that this birth story would be fairly simple: “We picked the date, I had major surgery, and baby came into our lives.” At this point, I should know better than to think that I have it all figured out. And my mom seemed to predict from the beginning… View Post

Jackson Dean Born January 3, 2011 8:37 a.m. 8 lbs, 11 ounces 21 inches long Birth story & more pictures coming soon!

Family Goals 1. Have a baby (we know, it’s an easy one) 2. Keep the balance between our attention for our soon-to-be two kids! 3. Continue saving for long-term family purchases (house, bigger car, etc.) 4. One major household renovation (carpets, countertops, mirrors, etc.) Charlie Goals 1. Become potty-trained 2. Transition well with his new sibling 3. Learn how to count more… View Post

It’s amazing how quickly time flies when you are having fun. I figured I’d give our recap before we talk about 2011 and the resolutions we have as a family. (Six months updates are in RED; Year updates are in BLUE!) Family Goals 1. Cut out fast food. Period.This food is unnecessary, unhealthy, and not for our family. If the… View Post

With all the hub-bub of recent holiday activity, my boys became a bit run down. The littlest Mr. spent some quality time on the couch today while Momma and I worked to get the house ready for the big transition next week! Disclaimer: I indeed took pictures of my little sickie because he was just too precious not to post… View Post

Hoping you and yours had a very Merry Christmas indeed. I know we did!

How far along: 38 weeks! Total weight gain: 10 lbs Maternity clothes: A mix! Sleep: Up 2-3x nightly Best Moment this week: Christmas! Movement: Yeppers! Gender: Brother, perhaps! Labor signs: Braxtons and some below the belt pain… Belly button: In, but def stretched. Cravings: SLURPEES! What I miss: not having a huge belly! Stretch Marks: Boo. What is different this time… View Post

The Christmas Recap this year will be short and sweet. Having children makes the holidays truly magical. The smiles & excitement they get for the littlest things (like candy canes & lights) makes the entire season enjoyable. We hope your Christmas was just as Merry.

Remember this? He came back to town. Thankfully.