A whole new world

Having two kids has been the biggest blessing I have ever received, but it has also been the most challenging thing I have ever had to go through. At first everything is exciting, new and you feel as though you can be super mom... two and a half weeks later the dilerium, sleepless nights, napless days, and piles and piles of laundry and dishes start to catch up to you. Not to mention that instead of having one child to worry about getting hurt, fed and changed/pottied, you now have two (three if you count my husband, lol). My how the days fly by! Unfortunately I had to miss my family reunion in Oregon and another relative's wedding because I just couldn't bring myself to take both the kids on an all day outing by myself. I feel terrible that I wasn't able to make it but know in my heart it's what's best for me and the kids...

Aside from the frustration, being sleepy and never feeling caught up I am having a great time watching my children grow, explore and develop into wonderful people! I love being a mommy and wouldn't change it for anything. I never knew how much my children would change my life and each day they never cease to amaze me. They make me smile and feel such joy and happiness that I feel like I can do anything. Their smiles light up a room and no matter how bad my day is going, one look from them and all my problems seem to disappear.

To be honest, it really helps to have a great support system around me. I don't know how I would have made it these last couple of weeks without Jonathan. No matter how cranky I get, or how much I let my emotions get away from me he remains supportive, loving, forgiving and helpful. I love him! Not to mention the never ending support from friends and family. Our parents and siblings and friends have been nothing short of amazing and willing to help us as much as we need it! Thanks to everybody.

Jake's Two Week Check-Up

We took Jake into the doctor yesterday for his two week check up, thinkin that he had gained a little bit of weight but had no idea he was growing as fast as he is! Last Saturday (the 27th of June)Jake weighed 7lbs 5oz and was 20 inches. Yesterday his measurements were:

Weight: 8lbs. 10oz. (60th percentile)
Height: 20 3/4 inches (50th percentile)
Head Circumference: 13 3/4 (15th percentile)

Before we know it, he's going to be as big as Hailey!!!

Meet Mr. Jacob Tinsley!

On Weds, June 24th Jonathan, Hailey and I welcomed Jacob Guy Tinsley to our family! He weighed 7lbs. 12oz. and was 20 inches long. We're at home now and doing well! Jake is the perfect addition to our family and we're so happy and blessed to have him.

The newest addition to our family!

This is a little delayed, but Katie had her baby Miss Lanajah June Reed on June 3rd at 5:17am. She weighed 8lbs 5oz and was 20 inches long :) Both Katie and Lanajah are doing well and settling in great! We are so excited to watch Lanajah grow :)

Fun with Daddy's Hat

Hailey loves to play with Jonathan's hat, and today she was having an especially good time with it.

Hailey's birthday and awaiting the arrival of our little one!

So my last week has been trying to play outside with Hailey as much as possible, switch her over to regular milk, working my last two days of work, trying to decide what to do with the baby's room and decide on a name for him...I know, we've been slackers and then finishing Hailey's birthday invitations and getting decorating ideas. It's been a crazy, crazy week and doesn't show any signs of slowing down anytime soon :) Not only has Hailey had a cold, but she is also getting her two front top teeth; once these come in she will have a grand total of 4 teeth! Needless to say, although most people would never be able to tell, she has had a bit of a rough week. On a good note, she is trying to walk. She will take about 3-5 steps on her own before she starts to worry herself and will sit down or start running for you before she just falls into your arms of safety. It's pretty cute for now but I think once she figures out how to go, she'll be gone... We'll definitely be busy!

I also had my 36 week appointment today. We had an ultrasound to check on the baby's fluid levels and his growth since this is around the same time I was having low fluid with Hailey. The fluid levels are great, right on track and he just like Hailey is small. The are estimating he's about 5lbs. 13oz. give or take 12oz. When we had our ultrasound with Hailey they estimated her to be about 5lbs. give or take 12oz. She was 5lbs. 7oz. when she was born... we're hoping he'll be a little bigger than she was (well actually I think JT is hoping more than me, I don't mind having a small baby at first, ha ha), but as long as he's healthy we're happy. And he has hair!! That's huge for our family :) It wasn't much but it was there! Anyway, I'll keep you posted as time goes on. I'm dialated a little bit so things seem to be on their way.

Fun in the Sun

This weekend was so beautiful and warm that we had to break out the swimming pool! Originally I thought we had a blow-up pool because Jonathan said he saw one in the garage, little did we know that it was only 2 feet by 2 feet.... not a lot of room :) So Katelynn was nice enough to stop by the store on her way over and pick up a second blow up pool that was a little bit bigger and had a really neat canopy on it to keep her protected from the sun! Hailey had a blast and was absolutely hilarious; she made my day.