Wichita or BUST...Hello CRIB...

Easton took her first roadtrip this weekend. Saturday, August 7th we headed to Douglas, KS (just outside of Wichita) for a family reunion. More importantly Easton was headed down to meet her Great Grandma Wiseman and her Great Great Grandma Houser. This was a one day trip and we of course packed EVERYTHING, but the kitchen sink. Extra wipes, diapers, outfits, burp clothes and blankets. We didn't forget the camera, toys, stroller or breast pump machine. We were pretty loaded down for a round trip to Wichita. We left around 10:00 am and didn't make it far before we had to stop. QT for ice, drinks and of course donuts for me and my mom. Back on the road.... only to stop a McDonalds in Bonner Springs for the guys. But wait it was 10:15 am and they didn't start serving lunch until 10:30 am. Of course Josh wanted breakfast and my dad and brother wanted lunch items. So Josh ordered breakfast and we hit the road... briefly. We made it as far as Olathe before stopping at the next McDonalds for my dad and brother. Most of you know I am not a patient person at all! I struggle with this and here is where I get it from... my Dad! We got in the drive thru line and bolted when my Dad realized it was VERY long and not even moving. We jetted off once again in search of a McDonalds. Finally, Mission McDonalds was accomplished! By this time Easton was waking up and getting hungry so my dad pulled over in the parking lot and Josh gave Easton a bottle while my dad and brother ate. Easton did FABULOUS! We only had to stop once to feed and change her on the way down there and on the way back. The funniest part about our trip is me having to pump. We took my parents Yukon, so I was able to climb in the very back seat and pump. As soon as the machine started my dad and brother just looked at each other and turned up the radio. They didn't to know or hear it! Can't blame them. It is kinda awkward, but hey if I didn't pump I swear to God my boobies would explode. I only had to pump once so they all survived.

Family picture before we hit the road...

What Easton did most of the ride down there.

Five Generation Picture.


Tuesday, August 10, 2010 Doctors Appointment:
This past Tuesday Easton and I headed to the doctor for a check up. I must say that I was SUPER proud of myself. Our appointment was at 9:15 am and I managed to be on time! This is a big deal since this is the first time I had to get Easton ready and myself without any help. I was totally on my own! It was a very proud moment for me. While at the doctors office, Easton manages to spit up on me twice. I change her diaper before we weigh her, only for her to poop in it as soon as I get the new one on. I think she was testing me since I was on my own. She wanted to see if I could handle all of it. I did! Easton now weighs 9 lbs. and 2 oz. Her height is 21 inches. She great head control and is staying awake for longer periods of time. She loves looking around at her surroundings. She is such a joy and we love watching her learn and grow.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010, we made the decision to move our little girl into her crib. She has grown so much in length that she could no longer stretch out her legs without hitting the sides of the bassinet. I must say this made me panic for several reasons. One this means my baby is growing and getting bigger and will soon be going off to college (I know a little dramatic, but this is what I thought). Two she will not be right next to me in her bassinet where I can hover over her like a crazy mommy to make sure she is breathing, not choking, didn't roll over, or suffocate herself with her blanket. I know, I know.... I am worrying way too much, but I am now a Mom so this is what I will do until the day I die... Worry and Care about my kids. This was a great milestone for Easton, but a very sad one for Mommy and Daddy. I mentioned to Josh that I would just sleep in the nursery rocking chair and he said "Well then I am sleeping on floor in there." We did not end up sleeping in the nursery. Instead I turned the volume on the monitor up to max so I could hear her every whimper, grunt, gasp and cry. I also checked on her fifty million times before I finally feel asleep.
First night in the crib...


Below are some pictures I snapped while Easton was laying in her crib enjoying her mobile!