9.05.2009

we're baaaaaack!!!

I'm realizing that it's been 4 weeks since my last post... and that's too long! In my defense, however, we've had A LOT going on. We've moved 4ish times, depending on how you look at it, and we're just now settling back down in Rexburg. Just after my last post, we were kicked out of our apartment because there was a mess up between Pinnacle and our apartment complex in Indy. Pinnacle had leased all of the apartments until the end of August... except for ours. Supposedly our apartment's lease was up as of August 4th, and a new tenant (who wanted nothing but a view of the lake) was moving in the following weekend. We had about 7 hours to pack up our apartment and move everything to a downstairs apartment, where we ended up staying for less than a week. I flew to Utah with Gabey 4 days after the surprise move, and Ross's office moved to Bakersfield, CA 2 days after that. On his way to Cali, Ross stopped at my parents house to unload all of our stuff before driving the 10 hours to Bakersfield. It was so nice for me to finally be with family again, although it got kinda crazy at times because we had such a full house. My brother's best friend is living with my parents because he's working with/for Taylor (my little bro), my sister Maddy, Bryce, and their son Britton were visiting since Bryce's brother got married, Taylor and Lara and their son Caden are living in my parents basement, and then Gabey and I showed up! Did ya follow all that? It was fun to have all the little boys together for the first time, even if Gabey just sat there and the other two played together. I missed Ross like crazy, but instead of being gone for 3 weeks (like originally planned) he called me 5 days after arriving in Bakersfield to tell me that he was coming back. The office wasn't doing as well as they'd hoped, so they were sending the guys home. SOOO, Ross packed his stuff back up, came to Alpine for a few days, and now we're FINALLY HOME in Rexburg! It's so nice to be here. We missed our friends, our house, our awesome ward... we just missed everything! And it's so nice to be settled. We're still unpacking things, but we're so happy to have Gabey's room set up. When we were in Indy, we borrowed almost everything from friends who had baby stuff (thanks Hiram and Alanna!)... a Pack'N'Play, a rocking chair, a bouncy seat, even baby clothes. But now, Gabey has his own stuff and it's awesome! Mom and Dad helped us get everything up here in Dad's massive truck, and the boys set up the crib and changing table while Mom helped me get things organized and decorated. We love being in our own home, that's for sure! And Gabey likes having his own room and crib:) Here are some pictures from this last week:

Gabey LOVES to be held... which makes it hard when it comes to naptime because he usually doesn't sleep during the day unless he's being held. We're trying to break him of this, but there are lots of tears. Any suggestions?


We put this little duck on the handle of his car seat and he LOVES it! He'll talk to it and laugh and smile, and he stays entertained for quite a while!


Our friends, Brady and Chelse (and soon to be Baby Logan, due in 3 weeks), came to see us when we got home. We MISSED THESE GUYS!


Mama and Baby Gabe. It's hard to believe he's 11 weeks old already!


I LOVE his sweet face. He has stolen our hearts and he makes us smile every day. WE LOVE HIM!

Sorry for the long post, but there was a lot to catch up on! Overall, we're happy, healthy, and blessed beyond measure!

*T

10 comments:

Lara said...

i LOVE LOVE LOVE that last picture you have of him.. its SO cute! he has changed so much since he was born.. i love his chubby cheeks and he's still so tiny! its so fun when they open their eyes more, and start smiling.. the best of the baby stages are just starting. its still hard getting them to sleep, i know. but he's getting to such a fun stage.. 2-5 months is the BEST!! it was so fun to have you guys here, please come visit us again! we're going to try to make it up for his baby blessing! we'd love to be there! we love you guys! glad to have you back!

Angela said...

Phew...what a summer you guys have had! He sure is a cutie pie! I can't beleive ho much he is growing. As for the sleeping thing...you could use a swing if you have one of those...or when it is nap time you wrap him up, tell him to sleep and lay him down...he will stop crying when he is tried and the more he puts himself to bed the better. Ever once in a while if you can't stand it go to him pat his tummy and say "its sleepy time" It is hard to listen to (harder for Mom than anyone) but right now he has you trained not the other way around. These little fellows might not talk or use a toilet but they are super smart! good luck. Have fun being back in the Berg...

MC Wiser said...

we've missed you, Triest (on your blog that is, b/c, well, we don't see each other) I'm sorry life has been so crazy, but you and your little family are so cute! Good luck in Rexburg! My little sister is there now too!

If you are interested in reading some more parenting material regarding sleeping and eating, I would recommend On becoming babywise. It worked for us, but as always, figure out what works for you and your little one. I find prayer works.

Melissa said...

Welcome home! If Gabe wants to be held a lot I would suggest a Kangaroo wrap or Moby wrap, they have a few names. Anyway, they are wonderful and super comfy! Baby will sleep great and you still have two hands. They run about $30-$35. I think you can get them at that mommy and me store or go to lillypodwrap.blogspot.com to order one. Babies can't self-soothe till about four months so until then I would just enjoy holding your little one!

Lott's of love said...

okay lady! It is true you are a bad blogger...you have got to post more than once every 6 weeks!!!! How else do I see your fun pictures and what you are up to! I am so glad to have found you and your sweet family---but, now you have to post! Sorry-and THANKS! Love your guts and I'll keep checking on you!

Amy and Andrew said...

Hi!! how are you doing? So i have a new blog address and want you to have it! its not private...and your baby is SO CUTE!!! aww. Hope you are doing well!! miss you guys! our blog is andrewcandamy.blogspot.com!!

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