6.24.2009

7 1/2 weeks!





Man, having a baby around takes more time than I could have imagined!
I am finally getting around to sharing some recent pictures of our sweet little thing with you all. Here's a brief update on how we've been doing...
Little Miss Rylynn is not so little anymore! She is eating and growing great and now weighs 9lbs-4oz. In the last couple of days she has just starting to smile and coo back at us so I'll have some great pictures with that big smile soon. Believe me, it's a smile that just melts your heart. These past 7 1/2 weeks have passed so quickly and she is becoming quite a character, she loves to be held all the time and by anyone! She is also a mover and a shaker, whether it's in your arms, in the carseat or in the stroller, you have to keep moving constantly. Although she's happy most of the time, she will not hesitate to let you know when she needs something. And let me tell you, patience is not one of Rylynn's greater personality traits! She has progressed from the crazy duck cry though and we've moved on to your average top of your lungs scream. We just can't help but to love her to pieces though!
Although we are tested each night because Little Miss likes to party till about 2:00 am! We are going to try some tough love tactics this week to adjust her sleeping schedule, but I'm afraid we are talking tough and won't be able to change her if she doesn't want to! :) She is a determined little thing!
That tough personality has really helped her to pull through. Our doctors have been happy with her growth and heart function and we are battling just one issue with her oxygen saturation levels. We'll have a check up again in two weeks and hope they have gotten better. Until then we'll keep an eye on her and hope she keeps growing.
Enjoy the pictures, I'll try to share them with you a little more often. Keep us in your prayers and we'll keep you posted.
With love . . .

6.07.2009

Growing like a weed!

Thursday marked our first Drs. appointments here in Atx with both with the cardiologist and her pediatrician. Both appointments went very well and no changes were made to her medication or diet. She weighed in at a whopping 8lbs-8oz! That was great news and we are very proud of her.
We've had a busy few days, Thursday Gilly's littlest sister Ryan graduated from Austin High and Friday, my littlest sister Rebecca graduated from Jarrell. It is crazy to think Gilly and I first started dating when they were in 2nd grade! We are super proud of them and love them both!
This week will mark the beginning of some very busy weeks for Gilly out at the ranch and I will start back to work tomorrow as best as I can. Let's hope we maintain our sanity as we get back into the swing of things. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that Rylynn will do well through the nights and learn to quietly watch her mom work on the computer each day. Wish us luck!
With love. . .

6.01.2009

1 month old!


It seems a lot has happened since I last posted, we have had a really busy week. After a good report at our follow up appointment on Thursday, we were cleared to head back here to Austin. As most of you know, Gilly, Rylynn and I will be staying in Austin with Gilly's parents until our next surgery. It is imperative that we are near a great hospital during the next couple of months for any emergencies. So living out at the ranch was not an option and we're greatful that we are able to stay here for a while.
Gilly and I were so worried about our drive back from Dallas, but Rylynn was such a great road-tripper. We fed her and put her in the carseat sleepy-eyed. She was fast asleep and we did not have to stop until 2 1/2 hours into the trip so that we could feed her. With a full belly we were off again and made it all the way to the door step with no screaming break downs. We were so proud!
Upon our arrival, Rylynn was able to meet Hondo. He was so excited to see Gilly and I that it took him a while to realize there was even anyone else. He quickly took a liking to her and before the end of the afternoon he was sleeping with Rylynn and Gilly on the living room floor. He has acted like a great big brother by checking her room everytime he comes in the house and even howls by the back door when he hears her cry.
We were excited to have family come visit us this weekend so Rylynn has officially met all her Aunts. Even though they've been here for us over the last month, it's crazy that they are all just now getting to hold her and see her. The one thing we have tried to work on since coming home is teaching this crazy kid to sleep at night and play during the day. Hospital life has led her to think that everyone is awake at all hours of the day and night. Let's hope we can get her turned around soon.
I've posted more pics, I hope you all enjoy them.
With love. . .