Monday, December 17, 2007

6 Weeks!

We can't believe our little bundle is 6 weeks old (almost 7 at this point). She is such a joy and learns something new every day. She has learned to smile and laugh, and even play a little. She still absolutely loves being read to, so we try to make that a part of every day. She is loving her big brother, Spike, and he is returning the feeling. I swear I have to yell at him 10 times a day for trying to give her kisses. She has certainly developed a personality, and although she may look exactly like her father, she has Mommy's stubborn attitude and desire for independence. We all spent our first night together on the couch last night. Our power was out for 12 hours and it was mighty cold around bedtime, which happened to be around 9:00 because there was nothing else to do in the dark. So we all bundled together on the couch in an attempt to keep warm - even Spike needed a blanket! He is SO not an outside dog anymore. We're hoping Harlie doesn't remember tonight how nice it felt to sleep in our arms last night, because it's not happening again unless it's under similar circumstances!

I'll post some photos of the past few weeks so you all can enjoy what we're so blessed with.


Loving her Rainforest changing table, because she can see the mobile perfectly.






Playing by herself on a blanket - one of her favorite things.



Looking so sweet in two of her Christmas outfits - yes, she has more than 2 - what did you expect with all these people to spoil her???




First smile right before 5 weeks, and a more advanced one at 6 weeks


Some totally unrelated but hilarious photos of Cassius and Spike - Spooky was hiding from the flash of the camera I think.

Thanksgiving

We had an even more wonderful than usual Thanksgiving this year. Harlie's new cousin, Dakota, came to visit (along with her Mommy and Daddy who we also love) and she was just a blast for all of us to play with. We have been blessed with the most wonderful family in the world and for any of you reading, we love you SO much.


Harlie and Dakota in their matching "First Thanksgiving" outfits. Adorable!

Sunday, November 18, 2007

Happy Harlie-Ween!

Hey everyone!

I've decided (after a few of you came up with the idea) that I should start a blog so that you can see what's going on with us in our busy lives. Also, I am currently unable to update my website (easily fixable when Mikey has time, but that isn't in the near future) and I have been asked countless times to please spread around some photos of our newest addition. So anyway, our little Harlie arrived a few weeks ago and we are so happy. We had to induce labor on Halloween around 8:30 a.m. and she came 10 sweet hours later at 6:27 p.m. She weighed in at 6lbs 8oz, and measured 19 inches long. Such a tiny little thing! Labor was easy for us, and I'd do it again in a second if it meant bringing home such a perfect bundle. We've taken quite a few photos these past weeks, but I'll post a few of my favorites, including some from her very first "professional" shoot at 10 days old. Enjoy!

one hour after birth - she was so wide awake and content!


she's already getting used to the camera flash - our little model!

I'll be sure to keep you all updated on everything. Cousin Dakota comes to visit tomorrow and she'll be here for a few days, so we'll definitely have some new photos soon!