Playtime for Caroline

Caroline has been in NWAR several days visiting friends and family. She went to a phoot shoot with her cousins, Livi and Lily, spent time with Chloe and parents, and went to Livi's birthday party! I'm sure there were several shopping trips thrown in for good measure! Caroline returned home to Windy Hills today. And I'm glad too, Even though Mommy sent me pictures each day, I missed that little stinker! Thank you Mommy!

Just a bit ago, Daddy sent me a short clip of Caroline playing. I'm sure she was glad to stretch out and kick awhile after riding in her car seat for several hours! Check out the video, Caroline Gets Vocal, to the top right and listen to her jabbber!! Music to my ears!

She's A Fighter!

I was looking over the posts in the blog and found one from 7/27 that I had not posted online! Hmm, I now remember that I wrote it late one night. I didn't post because it was so late and I didn't want the Followers to get the notice on their phones! Rather than delete it with this sweet picture, I'm posting it now! Better late than never!
Mommy and Daddy had Date Night last night and Caroline kept me while they went out to dinner and a movie. I am amazed at the sounds and faces that she makes now. Oddly enough, I love diaper changes. Caroline actually enjoys them most of the time. She will laugh and coo then look at the wall above her where her name is spelled out in painted letters.

After a bottle, she will fight sleep to the bitter end. Caroline will do most anything she is capable of to keep herself awake. During this time, I perspire, no, I sweat! She doesn't cry much but she will get a little cranky. Then she will start what I call, riding her tricycle. Her tiny legs will pedal so hard that she will finally wear herself out! She went so fast last night that she rubbed one of her socks off her foot!

I took a 3 minute video of her valiant fight with Mr. Sandman. Caroline won and Precious had an M & M cookie as a consolation prize. I think a good name for this video is Getting Ready for Bed When You're Not Ready for Bed!

Sunday Sleepover

Yesterday while Daddy was playing golf, a very good friend, Trent, broke his leg in a freak accident involving a golf cart. Daddy and others loaded him up and took him to the hospital where he later had to undergo surgery.
After everything settled down, Mommy sent me a photo of Caroline and Mason, Trent's son, taking a nap on the floor this afternoon. Mommy said this would be a great photo for their year book years from now!! Best wishes to Trent for a speedy recovery and good luck to Meghan as she takes care of everyone!

Caroline's Big Day

Today was a fun family filled day! It began with all of Caroline's family attending church today for her dedication service. Matt, our favorite photographer and friend, began the service by saying some very nice things about Mommy, Daddy, and Caroline. After a brief prayer, which Caroline cried through, Matt presented Caroline with a white New Testament Bible. Now that I think about  it, she may have been saying her OWN prayer!

After services, we went to Caroline's house for sandwiches and photos. We had a wonderful time visiting together and enjoying our sweet girl before her nap time!

Rocker Chick

On our way back into town today we stopped by to see Caroline. Mommy had just finished feeding her and she was a little sleepy. I managed to hold her and talk to her before she went off to sleepytown. I'm amazed how much she has changed in just a few days. Caroline seems to be getting over her shots fairly well and is not suffering from any side effects so far.

I'm very pleased to announce that Caroline's dedication service will be this Sunday, July 24th at 10:45. She will be presented with her first Bible from the church as her family and friends support her during this very special service. Aunt Nat is even coming in the morning to visit and go to church with us Sunday. I wish Chloe were coming too but she is spending the weekend with her Granbec! (Have fun you two!! We miss you.)

After services, we are all going to Caroline's house for Sunday Sammiches. We're going to get comfy, eat a bunch, then play Please Pass the Baby!

Nasty Old Shots

Caroline is doing well after getting her first vaccinations Tuesday. Mommy reports that Caroline received three shots in one leg, one shot in the other leg, and some yucky drops to swallow. The nurse said she would be a little sore and possibly a little cranky for a few days. Bless her wittle baby heart. We went by Tuesday afternoon on our way out of town and both girls were stretched out on the sofa ... Caroline sleeping on Mommy's chest and Mommy drowzing as she enjoyed some Caroline time.

Poor Lil Baby Gurl

Caroline had a very taxing day today. It began with an 8:30 appointment at the doctor’s office for her two month weigh in. Caroline was dressed to the nines in a new pink and white outfit complete with ruffles aplenty! After a very l e n g t h y wait, they were called back to be weighed. I’m happy to report that Caroline Nicole now weighs 11 pounds 12 ounces and is 23 and a half inches tall. She ranks in the 50th percentile in her weight and 75th percentile in length. I think both Mommy and Caroline were a bit frazzled by the time they arrived home as it was a little past time for Caroline’s mid-morning meal. 

After a quick feed and good nap, she was ready for yet another appointment. Shot time. Yes, it's time for her two month shots. Can you believe it, two months already?? I haven't heard from them as of this post, 2:30, but will post an update when I get one. Caroline will be a little fussy I'm sure but....after a good nap and a stiff Tylenol chaser, she'll be herself in no time!

It's Really Quiet Now

What a good weekend this has been. Caroline and her parents stayed at our house this weekend and we SO enjoyed having them. Although Caroline was out of her element, she was very, very good. The only time we heard her was when she was hungry or had a wet diaper.

This morning we got up and went to our church with Caroline. It was a very special time for us as this is the same church that Mommy grew up in. Caroline was warmly greeted by everyone and our pastor Jason asked Mommy to formally introduce Caroline to the congregation. Caroline behaved beautifully during the message and went out only once for a diaper change! After services, we all headed to Granny and Papaw's for a fried chicken lunch that was wonderful. Deb made a coconut pie and a chocolate pie to top off the meal. We all left with plates of leftovers. Sunday lunch is always a special time spent with family. As soon as we got to our house, everyone headed to their rooms for an afternoon nap. When we got up, we enjoyed the leftovers and I will admit, they were just as good the second time as they were the first!!

Wasn't long til Mommy and Daddy started packing up to go home. Pop, Caroline, and I swang on the patio while they packed. It sure was hard to hand her over to Mommy when it was time for them to go. Hopefully Caroline will have a good night tonight back in her own criblett.

Busy Baby Girl

Caroline has been on the go the last two days! Our church hosted a fish fry yesterday so we loaded up and went out to have fish. Everything came to a standstill when Mommy walked in with Caroline. Each person there had to see her and talk to her. Caroline, being the people person that she is, granted each passerby a grin and a cute blink! Ater we finished eating, Miss Macel had enough looking at Caroline from afar so she got her in her lap as soon as she could!! Caroline was so good and never made a whimper the whole time.
Saturday was a memorable day for Caroline. She had the pleasure of meeting her great great grandmother, Pauline Risher. Caroline was such a sweet baby while we were there and Pauline seemed to enjoy watching her smile and look the room over. I took several pictures of the three so Mommy can add this occasion to Caroline's baby book. When I get copies of the picture, I'll be sure to add them for everyone to see.

Anatomy of a Nap ...Not Taken

Caroline kept me this morning while Mommy went to school to get ahead on some work for school. When Mommy left, Caroline was fast asleep. I assumed she would remain that way, all nice and tucked in for at least another hour or so. Oh nay nay. Mommy wasn't yet to school before the games began! I think Caroline was playing possum. She wasn't too fussy for a little bit but then she became serious and I began to sweat. We changed diapers, we walked, we made up a song, we sang that song, we changed another diaper then got in our bouncy seat. That seemed to help for a little while!!

To view a video of our attempt to nap in the bouncy seat, select the first video under Caroline Clips column to the right. It's about 8 minutes long so sit back and enjoy our adventure in Nap Class 101! 

Random Shots of Caroline



She discovered her hand.

Dressed for Daddy.



Too tired to care!



Hangin Out Wif My Mommy

Night time rock!

       Going to Sleepytown

Mommy had some dental work done so I went to Windy Hills to watch Caroline for a while. I was so shocked at how much she has changed...and just over the course of a few days! She is making cooing sounds, laughing more, blowing bubbles and holding her head up. One of her new tricks is the passy toss - Caroline can be half asleep and pop her passy out and it will land on the other side of her criblett. Mommy said she woke the other day to passies everywhere!

Caroline is now 11 pounds 1 ounce. I'm not really sure how long she is but I'm thinking she is 24 inches for now. It's hard to tell and its even harder to get her to hold the measuring tape! She is eating well and takes pretty good naps during the day. Bedtime is a little more challenging as she is a sleep fighter. Most nights, Caroline wakes only once, maaaybe, twice. I think this is phenomenal as she is now 7 weeks old. Good job Mom and Dad!

I'm A Wheel Watcher

What better way to spend the afternoon than kickin' back on the sofa and watching Wheel of Fortune? Caroline is polishing up on her alphabet by observing a very scientific method....The Wheel!! 

Is there a M? I'd like to buy and I. Gimme a L, Jack. What about a K please? YES! What's the phrase please? MILK, IT DOES A BABE GOOD.

No need to worry about Caroline's spelling grades, between Mommy teaching and Vanna's reaching, spelling will be a whiz!!

Laughin on the Fourth

Happy Fourth to everyone, hope you are enjoying the day and staying cool! I got a message this morning from Caroline's Daddy, it was entitled, 'Laughing'.  I opened the attachment and saw that it was Caroline and Daddy fooling around. It was so sweet that I wanted everyone to see it!
This is my first video to post so I hope you can view it. If you look to the right, you'll see a new gadget called Caroline Clips. Select the video you want to watch and you will be directed to You Tube where my videos will be from now on. Whew, anyway, have a good day, evening, night!.... Happy 4th !!