In the Sick House

The past week we've had a sick house. First it was me. I came down with a cold on Tuesday. (Melanie, I think Rick just had to share with me as well. :) I was SICK for a couple of days. I'm still fighting it a little but am so much better than last week.

On Thursday Riley came down with it. I was so hoping it was just allergies and not a cold but nope, it's a cold, and I gave it to Miss Riley. Poor thing, her first cold. She's had a runny nose, water eyes, pulled on her ear a little, and just hasn't felt good. She hasn't ran a fever so that's good. She's slept a lot!!! Which is what she needs to do right now. Even though she hasn't felt well she's still been all smiles when awake. Hopefully she feels a little better today.

Now Steve and Shelly both feel like they're coming down with it. Sorry guys!!!

Recap by Riley

My Mom's have definitely kept me busy lately. In fact, they've asked me to give you a quick update since they're both busy today. Yes, they've taught me how to blog already.

"Hmmmm, how do you work this thing?"




"What happens if I push this button?"




Last week my Mom's got me all prettied up for my four month pictures. As some of you may remember I didn't cooperate so well for my three month pics. Heck, I hadn't gone number two in over a week. Give a girl a break!

Anyway, first, Momma Dee and I took a FUN bath together with my rubber duckies, which I LOVE! Mommy Shelly got me the COOLEST rubber ducky that changes colors when it's in the water. I LOVE kicking my duckies and splashing water everywhere. Then, while Momma Dee finished getting ready I hung out with Mommy Shelly in my bath robe.



Then we set off for my pictures. I had so much fun! I really liked the crazy girl trying to make me smile this time. And, she even let me have Lambie in some of my pics! I've posted several of my pictures at the bottom of the page.


Friday afternoon Momma Dee took me shopping! First to Tar.get, which I slept through. Momma loves Tar.get but I was just too tired. I saved up my energy for Cos.tco! That place is so cool! There is so much to see! I again smiled at EVERYONE! Anyone who would peek into my car seat I had a HUGE smile for. When we got home Mommy Shelly had cooked dinner and Grandma Shanni and Grandpa Gary came over to eat with us. It was such a fun night!



On Saturday Momma Dee decided to get me out of the house so that Mommy Shelly could work. First we went to my Momma's cousin Melanie's shoe party. I got the cutest little blue slippers! I got to see Grandma Connie, Aunt Peggy, Aunt Sue, and all my cousins (first, second and third). I was such a chatty girl and talked, talked, talked. Everyone just kept watching me so I kept smiling and squealing. I love being the center of attention.



After the shoe party guess where Momma took me? Shopping again! We went to the mall. Now that's a cool place! Aside from my minor melt down when we first got there I had a great time! All of the stores were having great baby sales so we did some major bargain hunting. Of course I ended up with a couple of cute things for this winter and next summer. Thanks Mom for teaching me how to shop at such an early age! I know Mommy Shelly's not happy about it but I love it!



On Sunday the three of us hung out and watched football. I sure love Football Sunday because we all just cuddle on the couch. What could be better?



As promised, below are my four month pictures.



Bye - Luv - Riley

Swaddling and Bunnies

Advice Please

We've swaddled Riley since she was born. And thankfully, because she's swaddled, she sleeps through the night. I keep wondering how long do you swaddle? I'd love to move her into a regular sleep sack with her arms out. Last night we tried it. NOT GOOD! For two hours she'd fall asleep and 10 minutes later wake herself up. We'd then get her back to sleep and bam, 10 minutes later, awake again. After two hours we gave up and put her in her Kid.dopotamus and she slept soundly until 6:00 am. Does this mean she's not ready? When do you make the transition? Help! I'm looking for advice for those of you who've swaddled. When do we make the move? Keep in mind she'll be 4 months in a a week.

More Advice Please

In less than a month we're setting out on a road trip. A SIX hour road trip to see my Dad, Step Mom, and step siblings in Las Vegas. I'm looking for your help again! What do you do to entertain a 4 month old for six hours???? Help! I'll take every idea you can send my way!

She's Going to be a Bunny

We ordered Riley's Halloween costume yesterday. Grandma Shanni started calling her Bunny from the day she was born. It's stuck and now we all call her Bunny. Of course she has to be a Bunny for her first Halloween. Here's a pic of the adorable costume we ordered for her last night. Too cute!

I snapped a couple pictures of Riley aka Bunny before I left for work. I love that the weather is getting cooler so that she can wear her long sleeve onsies and comfy pants. Riley and I went shopping Saturday and picked up this adorable onsie. Too dang cute! Notice the drool.

Whole Lot of Nothing

Not a lot going on lately so there's nothing new and exciting to post about.

Riley's so fun right now. She's happy and smiles, smiles, smiles most of the time. We did go through a couple of days last week where we wondered if someone had kidnapped our child. She was grumpy for about 24 hours straight. But, a day later and she was back to normal.

Yesterday was the first Sunday Football of the season. We hung out on the couch together napping, eating football munchies, and watched football all day! I love football season!!! So does Riley. I'm sure of it.

Just wanted to say hi, all is well, and nothing much to report.

Below is a picture of Riley with Grandma Elaine (Shelly's Mom's best friend). Grandma Elaine got to meet Riley for the first time just over a week ago. She lives about four hours away so we don't get to see her very much. We love and miss her tons and can't wait to stop and see her on our way to Las Vegas in October!



I couldn't resist posting this picture. It cracks me up. I think she's saying, "Mom, get that damn camera out of my face."

Happy Birthday!

Today is Grandma Shanni's Birthday! (Shelly's Mom) Happy Birthday Grandma!!! Grandma has taken the day off work to play with Riley. They're just going to hang out at Grandma's house. I'm sure they'll both have a ball.

Today is also Riley's conception birthday. Happy Birthday to you Riley! One year ago today my eggs were retrieved and fertilized. It seems like yesterday I was walking around with grapefruit sized ovaries. Not a comfortable thing but oh so worth it!!! One year later and here we are with the sunshine of your lives. I know this might seem strange to some, acknowledging this milestone, but it is in fact a huge milestone to us.

In honor of their birthdays below is picture of Grandma Shanni and her three beautiful Grandkids at the big birthday bash we had for her on Saturday.

Our Little Mini Vacation

Last week Shelly, Riley and I set off for a few relaxing, and fun filled, days in Park City. We rented a Condo right on Main Street so that we had complete access to shopping, food, and fun without ever having to get in our car. It was wonderful!!!

This was our first get away with Riley and we were anxious to see how she would handle being outside of her routine and every day surroundings. She did fantastic! She was such a happy baby! She slept good, she ate good, and she smiled a lot. She also LOVED being in her stroller and seemed to get a little mad when it wasn't moving. She slept in her Moses Basket next to our bed, just as if she was in her bassinet at home, and slept through the night as always. Through the night usually consists of about 8:30 pm to 5:00 am.

I so needed a get away with my girls. During the week I don't get to spend much time with them because of a little thing called work gets in the way. Once the weekend comes I feel like I have to spend time reconnecting with them and just as I feel reconnected Monday hits again. So this mini vacation was needed!

Below are some pics from our trip. You'll notice there was a party crasher. We realized every picture we took Day 1 had Lambie (one of Riley's favorite toys) in it. So, we continued the theme and made sure Lambie was in EVERY picture. Enjoy!

Oh, wait, one last thing, we weighed Riley yesterday. 12 lbs on the dot!

"Mom, I love Lambie."

"Seriously Mom, are you sure these are 3 Month jeans because I'm feeling a little self conscious about my waist line right now."

How cute is Riley's butt in these jeans!

Riley and Lambie ignoring Mommy Shelly as she enjoys her Adult Beverage.

MMMM, Margarita

"Lambie, the Mom's are acting a little funny. I think there's something in those cactus shaped cups they're drinking from."

"Lambie watching over Miss Riley while the Mom's enjoy their Mexican Fiesta."

"Hey Mom, watch this dance move, I can do the Sprinkler!"

"I'm tired, too much dancing."

Lambie watching over the princess as she sleeps.

Lambie thought this sign at Cisero's was funny. We did too. Sorry Riley, no puppies or espresso for you this trip!

"Oh Lambie, I love you."

Lambie watching over Riley as we have a wonderful dinner and wine at our favorite restaurant in Park City, Cisero's.

"Hey Moms, this trip was AWESOME, let's do it again soon!"

Football Sunday!!!

Sunday was our annual Football Draft. This is I think the 5th year we've done this. We get everyone who plays together for a BBQ and more importantly the draft. The draft consists of everyone making a small "donation" to play. Then we randomly draw names. When you're name is drawn you get to pick the team you want for the season. Then, whatever team wins the Super B.owl their "owner" wins the donation jar. It's fun because every one gets a different team each year and you never know what N.FL team is going to go all the way. I ended up with Pittsburgh!!!! My boys!!! Yeah!!! Shelly got the Bears and Riley got Cincinnati.

Of course Riley had to dress up for this event. The problem was I couldn't find a jersey for her anywhere that wasn't Denver. Just because we live in Utah, and Denver is the closest NFL team to us, does not mean the whole state loves Denver!!! The only team I DID NOT want her wearing was Denver. I finally had to just break down and buy the dang Denver jersey for her. Here's pictures of the big event. Enjoy!

"Mom, I'm so ashamed, how could you put me in a Denver jersey? You know Pittsburgh is my team."

Maybe if I just sleep I won't have to deal with this Denver thing.

"God Mommy Amy, please help me, can you see what my Mom's have me wearing?"

Baby Talor cheering for Pittsburgh! Tate was too busy running around with the boys for me to catch any pictures of her with her baby sister.

Shelly with Syd giving baby Riley kisses. Syd loves baby Riley!

K, Syd and Cameron from Role Playing with Kids

After the rain the kids found digging in the mud too much fun! Glad Riley's still too little to play in the mud because there were some dirty kids after this! From left to right, Beau, Aiden, Brady, Tate, and Sydney.