Sarah Shalley Photography: Week 16 | April 13th

Saturday, April 19, 2014

Week 16 | April 13th - April 19th.

Sunday - 13th: We snuggled in bed before Bekah had to leave us. It was really good to have her here for the weekend. We spent the rest of the day at home. The boys shared some really sweet moments together. I just love that Pierce has Parker to look up to. It's my prayer that he always treats his brother with respect and admiration and that Parker be deserving of his "super hero" status as the big brother. I know all to well what a weight and responsibility it is to be the oldest. At bedtime, I crammed Pierce into these pj's that Parker and I chose for him before he was born. Since Parker lovingly helped pick them out, I had to have a picture of Pierce in them. At three weeks he's completely out of newborn clothing and has moved on to 0-3 months and 3 months. I need my baby to slow down! He's growing at rapid pace.

Monday - 14th: Baba kept Pierce for me so that Parker and I could enjoy MOPS all to ourselves. It was nice to see friends and eat yummy food without having to balance holding a baby. Of course everyone was shocked to see me there without my new man. Next time he'll be in attendance.

Tuesday - 15th: Baba kept Pierce again this morning and I dropped Parker off at school just the two of us. One on one time is super special these days as much of my attention is spent on Pierce and keeping him happy and fed. I ran a few errands since I had the freedom to and then headed to the hospital to get some paperwork signed for Daniel. Believe it or not, I ran into all of my favorite nurses: Kris, Erika and Kristen. They all hugged my neck and praised me on Pierce's cuteness level. I had a good time visiting with them, even if quickly. Baba and I picked Parker up from soccer and then ran over to SAMS to get a few items for the party this weekend. We still have much to do to prepare.

Wednesday - 16th: Baba and I worked on cutting out all the signage for Parker's party. Feeling cooped up, we ran errands and ate lunch at CFA. We're in full party planning mode so not many photos. Daddy is home! Parker is so excited to finally see Daniel. This is the longest we've ever been away from him while we've stayed at home. It's been such a long week for my biggest boy. He does not do well without Daddy for so many days on end.

It took Daddy leaving for me to get Pierce to sleep in his own "bed". He's doing so well! I scoop him up, we nurse and he lets me put him back down after the first and second feeding. This means I'm sleeping much much better and feeling more human. Yay Pierce! Thank you sweet boy.

Thursday - 17th: Knowing he'd be celebrated at school today, Daniel and I both took Parker to school. We sat through chapel and watched him sing songs and then go up on stage so that everyone could sing happy birthday to him. He literally beamed with pride as he sat next to Ms Millie. Tears streamed down my face. I'm so proud of him and the little big boy he is. He's a stinker most days but I love him so fiercely and can't imagine life without him. The rest of our morning was spent on a "date" as just Daniel and I ran errands to pick up last minute items for the party. It's good to have my husband home and share a few hours alone with him, even if it is just grocery shopping! This afternoon Shannion, Bekah and Berto all arrived. We're excited to have family here to celebrate our big boy turning 3. Also, happy one month to my precious Pierce. We love you so much little brother and already can't imagine life without our two boys.

Friday -18th: Parker woke up ready for Berto's bounce house. Berto and Daniel set it up and went outside to play while we started decorating inside. We shared CFA breakfast around the island and hung signs until Chief, Cookie and Hannah arrived. The house is full but it's fun. Parker is old enough to know that we are celebrating HIM and he's super excited about it. We made a huge pot of spaghetti and Papa, Grana, Tate, Sarabeth, Justin and Colt came over to share dinner with us.