Meet Garrett Daniel

Only by God's grace and many prayers answered, Garrett Daniel made his appearance on Nov. 15, 2011 at 6:21 pm, weighing in at 8 lbs 5 ozs, and 18 inches long.  I was in labor more than 24 hours and there were many scary moments but he is perfect just like his older brothers. 

Super sweet picture of my handsome hubby cuddling with Garrett the next day. 

The boys absolute love him and were so happy to finally see and hold their new baby brother.  They only have been asking to meet him for several months. 
 

Not such a great picture of mommy but oh well, I was enjoying my cuddle time with baby.  I love the smell of newborns. 

Gavin was all too excited to finally hold Garrett.  Someone would come in to hold the baby and then Gavin would want him to hold after that person held him for a couple of minutes.  He was so excited. 

Griffin was just as excited and he did so much better than I thought holding Garrett.  When Gavin wasn't holding him then Griffin was. 

Papa 4 wheeler met Garrett for the first time the next day.  Gavin and Griffin wanted to know where Garrett was going to fit in the combine and tractor right away.  Our solution is Gavin and Griffin can sit on the buddy seat and Garrett can sit on Papa's lap.  Or we are going to invest an extended cab combine and tractor...  It is so funny to hear the questions and concerns the boys have about the baby.

Mama Kathy was there as well.  As she would say she was having a "bad hair day" so she wore this "darling" (I'm quoting her terms) hat.

Mama Dolphin and Reece met him as well.

Griffin really didn't want to give up Papa's lap so he could hold Garrett so he just stayed there and Papa had to adjust.  Too funny!!

We are extra blessed this year with our new little addition and we are so thankful for all God has provided for us.  I love my husband and sons so very much!!

Ode to the Expectant Mother

A dear friend of mine e-mailed me this adorable poem.  It is very true and made me laugh out loud.  I'm ready for this beautiful blessing to come into this family although I know I need to be patient, it is difficult.  But I truly want to do what it says at the end.  Hope you enjoy the poem.

The baby moves and turns and twists
And hits me with it’s little fists
Sometimes I wish to put it down
And let others have a go around!

My back is achy, my feet are sore
I can no longer see the floor.
My face is puffy, my skirt too tight;
I look like I’ve been through a fight.
My brain is mush, my memory’s gone,
I forget the bills and we’re overdrawn!
Where are my keys? What is your name?
The world just doesn’t look the same!
My stomach’s full, but so’s my plate;
How can this be? I’ve hardly ate!
But give me just another hour
And I will ten more bites devour!

At night I cannot get to sleep,
Doesn’t help to count the sheep,
And when I finally drift away,
Blink! It’s time to start the day.
I’m always tired, I have no zip
Boy, these stairs are a huge trip!
The toilet’s filthy, the laundry a mound,
What kitchen floor? Just don’t look down.

This heartburn in my throat’s a pain.
Don’t even start about weight gain.
I have to go! What should I do?
I stop at each and every “loo”.

And yet in spite of pain and all
I guess it’s worth each bad pitfall
But one thing more will I shout
HURRY AND GET THIS BABY OUT!

Me and the little boys

This was taken right before we left to go to the Firemen Benefit!!  Can you tell the boys really wanted to take a picture?

Baby Tredennick Update

Well there is not a whole lot to report sorry to say.  Baby Tredennick wants to stay in there and grow some more.  I'm dilated to a 1 or 2, the same as three weeks ago, and not anymore effaced than 30%.  Going into my doctor's appointment today, I was pretty excited because I thought for sure she would take me in today but she didn't think he was ready.  I have to be more patient and wait for his arrival which can be very challenging for me.  Papa 4 wheeler seems to think he is waiting to be born on 11-11-11.  We shall see.          

Trike Races and Painting Pumpkis

The weekend of Gavin's birthday was really nice so the boys spent a lot of time racing their trikes outside.  They seem not to be able to do anything unless they are racing but it is super fun to watch. 

 Gavin spun out and was taking a rest so that Griffin could re-catch up with him. 

 Griffin pedaling his little heart out.  The pillow works really well but he really needs a bigger one but since Gavin doesn't have a bigger one he doesn't want one.  His legs have to stretch. 

 We also painted a big and little pumpkin.  The boys love to paint and I don't do it near enough but we painted some pumpkins last year and I thought we would try it again. 

 Griffin is really getting to know his colors so he would ask for them specifically by name and usually got them right. 

 Concentrating on making the perfect design. 

 Finish product for Griffin with a crazy face. 

In the bathtub they both went because they seem to get paint on them too.  It made for a good family night although I put the pumpkins back outside and the rain washed a lot of the paint off.  Didn't think on that one....  Good thing they didn't mind.

Another Trip to Radar Farms

While I was at my cousin's shower, my friend Bridget, her kids, and our boys experienced Radar Farms.  They had an absolute blast.  I decided to join them for a couple of hours after the shower.  Before I got there they all did the corn maze which totally amazed me.  Bridget is one brave girl but she said they did really well.  They earned a free popcorn for completing it.  When I first got there, I discovered they went on a hay rake ride.  So fun.  I missed that the first time we went. 

Then they climbed the huge tower of hay... (the picture was rotated but I don't know why it showed up sideways on here-so just tilt your head) 

Katie is queen of the castle..... 

 Griffin as prince of the hill....

 Now Gavin's turn...  No I have no clue who the boy is beside him. 

Miss Ellie Grace was getting antsy!!!  She couldn't climb because she was too little.  

 You never know what these three boys are up to.

 I did get a good picture of them all though.

 As the bigger kids went to jump on the pillow, Griffin played in the sand.

 And of course in a tractor....

 Just before leaving Gavin wanted to show me how he could lasso a horse.

 And then the sun was going down and so were the boys... they were worn out and tired.  Needless to say they slept amazing well that night. 

Trick or Treat

Trick or Treating was a ton of fun this year.  The boys were completely into it which made it that much more fun.  They both wanted to be what the other one was.  I think Griffin picked out he wanted to be Super Man and Gavin was quick to follow.

Gavin wanted to take a picture by his pumpkin he painted (that is for a later post).   

On Saturday we went uptown with the Curls to Trick or Treat at 10 different businesses that participate in the Community Trick or Treating event.  It was a ton of fun and all the kids had a great time.  It was super cute to see all the different customs in the morning hours.   

 Katy was Bell from Beauty and the Best, Tyler was Spider Man too, and Ellie was the Candlestick.  So very cute. 

 She was getting ready to be done so we bride her with some candy. 

On Sunday, we decided to go to some family and friends' home to trick or treat so we could walk the streets on Halloween night.  On Halloween night, Gavin didn't realize on the first couple of houses that he isn't suppose to actually go all the way in and that he is suppose to just stand at the door.  After a little chat, he realized that maybe he should just stand at the door.  I could see where he got confused because the night before we went into every home for a short while but he is a quick learner.  The boys got a ton of candy and had so much fun.  Now what to do with all the candy....

Cousins

Last Sunday my aunt and cousins on the Haas side had a shower for my cousin, Ashley, having a baby boy. She is due on Dec. 4.  There were many laughs, tons of conversation, and lots of excitement.  Our baby boy will make 13 boy second cousins with 1 girl second cousin and then you add Ashely's baby boy will make 14 boy second cousins.  Tons of boys and I love it all.  The boys definitely out number the girls on the Haas side.  It was a great time and I loved getting together with my cousins to catch up.