Where Did The Time Go?

As I look at my daughter this morning, not only does she look more and more like her daddy, she is getting too big, too fast! She is already 2 months and 3 weeks! Where did the time go? It seems like yesterday she was the length of my arm and now she is hanging out of my arms! :( She is learning and growing so much, it is amazing to see these changes and I am just embracing every moment I get. Sydnee is starting to watch T.V. now, loving to watch cartoons such as Handy Manny...she sits and giggles and it is hilarious. I need to consider to get her some Baby Einstein videos for her because I think she would love it!
We should be getting a "Skype" call from Luke soon and I look forward to those calls! We miss seeing his face and hearing his voice...it helps us get through the days...but it makes me grateful for every time I get to talk to him. It is hard to believe it has been 2 months since we have seen him, but it seems like forever! I just want the rest of the time to go by just as fast...maybe if this weather would shape up it would! Luke seems to being the hot, tropical, weather he is in! Jealous!

Be Mine?

Daddy, I don't have a Valentine and was wondering if you would be mine? To everyone else, have a great V-Day and hope it is full of as much love as I am!

Cousins

Sydnee just loves her cousins, Langston and Karlee. Here is a gorgeous shot of all of the together! Couldn't get any better than this!



She is doing great after her shots and wasn't really fussy at all. She slept the rest of the day and night away and pretty much the next day too. I was so proud of her for being a trooper. However, now we are fighting the cold and she is really stuffed up. Can't wait for the spring/summer to come!

First Round Of Shots!

We had our first round of shots today and it was not good! My poor little peanut! She was doing so good throughout her long appointment, waiting patiently and giggling, talking, smiling and wiggling around until the nurse came in to give her 3, yes 3 shots. Poor hunny. Her eyes got supper big and just let out a cry I have never heard come from her body before! I almost wanted to let one out too, but I got to hold her right away and she calmed right down! She was such a trooper and the best for getting so many shots.
Turns out we have a little chubby on our hands and she now weights 12.1 pounds and 22.8 inches...she grew like a weed! The doctor said she looks great and right on track with everything! Now we just need to get through the night...this is going to be a long one. Hopefully she will calm down and get some rest...poor baby!

2 Months!

Hard to believe that my baby is 2 months old today! She is getting so big. It wasn't until this morning that I looked at while getting her dressed and realized just how big she is getting. She is starting to get a little more meat on her, her legs and tush is filling out and it is so cute! I am starting to have to put some of her clothes away since she is outgrowing them already...how sad, but exciting to know that she is growing and getting bigger. She is so active, wiggling around and I can no longer leaver her unattended on the couch or bed for the fear that she will fall off. She is still smiling up a storm and starting to giggle and talk a lot more. Lots of changes taking place in such a short amount of time! Can't wait for more to come!

Lucas update: I got to talk to him for the first time in a week on the phone a couple nights ago and it was so good to hear his voice! I miss hearing it every night before I go to bed. He is doing good, working A LOT which is good to keep him busy and make time go faster for him. Not sure when he is going to port, sometime in the coming week. Can't wait to post some pics.

I've Survived....So Far!

It is hard to believe that Sydnee is almost 2 months old! My wounds and memories are still fresh, but as each day passes it makes it all worth it! Sydnee is starting to follow things and be more alert, but the best part is, she is starting to giggle and smile. Every morning she is full of smiles and giggles and it starts my morning off great! I love it!

She has her 2 month checkup a week from today where is getting her shots...I will be a wreck but I am hopefully that she might be one of those babies where it doesn't phase her. Wishful thinking huh?


Lucas is on the ship now, we are unable to have our daily conversations on skype and be able to see one another. Sydnee just stares at him and loves to listen to him. It is getting hard, but we are just wanting to get through this last deployment so we don't have to be apart ever again. He is doing as well as can be and working hard! He says he works with amazing co workers that amaze him everyday which is a complete 180 from the last time where that was not the case. Maybe this time he can enjoy himself more and take in this once in a lifetime experience.

Sydnee and I are trying to stay warm (wishing we were back in Sunny Cali where the weather is 70) but we are thinking about summer here! Can't wait to get out and not be so stir crazy!!!!

One Month Checkup

My baby is growing up! She went to her first checkup here in Austin. The doctor was very impressed on how good she was, didn't cry at all. She sat as stared at the lights, walls, and everything in sight. She checked out great, now 22 inches long and 9.9 lbs...my little chunky monkey! I knew she was growing like a weed, because her clothes are either too small or starting to fit better now. It is amazing to see the change and a little bitter sweet. I am not looking forward to the next appointment, which is her 2 month checkup and first round of shots...I will have to have support for that one! :)

Deployment #2 is starting...Not ready for it!

Lucas left not too long ago from MN and it was the last that Sydnee and I will see him for at least 5 to 6 months. This time, the goodbye was so difficult as Sydnee was just born and Luke hasn't had that chance to really get to know her yet. BUT I reassured him that I will be sending LOTS of pictures and sitting on Skype with him, every chance we can get. I can only hope this helps him through it and helps both us as well. We miss him so much already!
He actually leaves for his destination tonight, so the deployment is starting and the days can starting flying by! :) I am already ready for this to be over with! When this is over with that means no more deployments and no more military, as Luke is getting out and will only have 4 months left on his contract when he returns. So until then, Luke, be careful and safe travels. We love you and are waiting for our daddy to return to us safe and sound!