So Happy It's The Weekend

On Tuesday, Claire and I woke up at 5:30am to start getting ready for mommy's first day back to work. After nursing, she hung out with daddy in the bed until mommy was finished getting ready. At 7:15 we headed to Mrs. Shandy's. Claire fell asleep on the ride there, but I did get her out of her carseat once we arrived and snuggled with her for a few minutes. The tears started rolling down my face as I handed her to Shandy and began to walk out the door. The waterfall of tears continued on my way to work and for about the first hour of work. I knew it was going to be hard to go back, but never dreamed how much I would miss my little girl. Shandy sent me text messages through out the day which helped me feel better. Every day it is getting a little easier to leave her, but I will say I have never looked forward to the weekend this much before.
We have been very lazy today, but I have enjoyed every minute being with Claire. She is such a sweetheart! We hope everyone has a great weekend! Try to stay warm.

Quick Post

I will update later, but I wanted to share this website with everyone. Shandy, who is keeping Claire, took pictures of her yesterday and made us this site. Go to www.claired.shutterfly.com.
We love the pictures she took and hope you do too!

Prayers Please!

Tomorrow is my first day back to work. I will be dropping Claire off at the sitter, Shandy's, at 7:30am. I have loved every second of these last 8 weeks that I have spent with her. There were some trying times, but even those times are so special.
I just can't get enough of her. When she looks at me and smiles with those sweet dimples, my heart melts. Please pray that tomorrow will go smoothly.

A few more pictures

Above: Meemaw, Claire, and Mimi

Below: Claire and Aunt Shirley

Below: We had family pictures taken on Thursday and Claire was worn out!

Our Week in Collierville

On Sunday we headed to Collierville to visit with our family. Claire still really enjoys riding in the car which makes for an easy drive. Our time at home with our family was so special. We spent the week visiting with family and enjoyed every minute! I just love seeing the Grandparents' bright eyes and smiling faces when they look at little Claire.

On Friday Liz-Ann hosted a Baby Shower for us. It was wonderful! Claire received so many precious outfits and lots of other goodies. We are so blessed with an amazing church family.

We had several out of town visitors on Friday as well. It was so good to see Nita, Drew, Rowen, Meemaw, and Aunt Shirley.

Today we left to head home, but had a very important stop to make. Claire met Mamaw Durbin. She has now met all of the Great Grandparents. Our next visit home, we hope she will meet her Great Great Grandmother.

Valentine's Weekend

Jason stayed with Claire and I Thursday night while Daddy was in Orlando. On Friday cousin Ali came to visit. She loved getting to hold Claire. She even burped her and helped give her a bath. Daddy's flight got in Valentine's night. Once he had cuddle time with Claire and we got her to sleep, we went out with a few of our friends to celebrate. This was our first night out without Claire. Uncle Jason did a great job watching her. She slept the entire time!

Weight Gain

Today we stopped by the pediatrician's office for Claire to be weighed. She weighs 9lbs 12.5 oz. I left the office with a HUGE smile on my face.
Harry left for Orlando yesterday and will be back tomorrow. On Sunday we are heading to Collierville for the week. I will try and post new pictures soon.
Happy Valentines Day!!

First 0 to 3 months outfit

We love the warm weather. This little onesie is 0 to 3 months. I can't believe how fast she is growing!!

Picture Time

Claire really enjoyed our outing to Sonic. She snoozed while mommy and daddy enjoyed a night out.

Sunday afternoon naps are the best!

My tummy is so full!

I am gaining weight!!

We had to put Claire in her pink teddy bear outfit today. She finally fits in it!

Claire is getting enough to eat now.

She is very photogenic. She loves striking new poses.

We have had an exciting week. Daddy had a stomach bug at the beginning of the week, but is finally better. Claire really missed her Daddy holding her while he was sick. (They are definitely making up cuddle time now)

We also got a nice amount of snow on Monday and it is still around. I love looking out the window and seeing all the grass covered. We are looking forward to the weekend since the forecast is calling for warm weather. Hopefully, we will get the stroller out and go for a nice walk.

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