We enjoyed the chance to have a quick photo session at the hospital with Samuel.
Author: elaine
Dan summed it up well: Samuel John Hart arrived two weeks early, and if he lives up to the Hart name, it is the first and last time in his life the kid will ever be early for anything. I woke up the morning of 2/8 thinking, I’m gonna have this baby today. Then I […]
This pregnancy was still a breeze compared to what many women experience, but being pregnant and chasing a two-year-old does offer a different experience than just being pregnant. Everything pretty much went as it did last time, but with the extra toddler strain, I managed to jack up my SI joint/hips a bit. I was […]
This was Hailey’s and my last hoorah before Baby Boy arrives. I just had to get outta town and go somewhere new. Philly beckoned since I have three near-and-dears living in the area. Our itinerary started with a visit with some friends who lived in Louisville: Joanna, Nate, Landon, and Ellie. Ellie was just a wee […]
It sure is different being pregnant the second time around. Difference #1: this is my first post about the pregnancy, and it’s coming in at about 24 weeks (and I didn’t even finish it until 31 weeks). I’m not even 100% sure that’s where we are with this bambino. Here’s the quick rundown of what […]
We kept birthday plans low-key this year, but Dan enjoyed spending his big day with his little girl. Especially since his little girl did such a nice job making him a cake.
Keaton (Katie) and David tied the knot in the Oak Park area and we were lucky enough to attend. Auntie Marie was an awesome sitter! We had a great time strolling around Oak Park and hanging with the old SWEster crowd that weekend. I’ll have to find photos of the actual wedding and SWE friends.
Hmmmm……this month is now a blur. I do know that I think months 21-24 represent a ton of growth. Just the freedom to have Hailey in the next room over while I cook has been glorious. She is still known for her super hugs at day care and at home, and the biting has dwindled […]
Hailey was super festive the whole week leading up to Independence day. Then this lucky girl got to view a private firework show on the cul-de-sac courtesy of awesome neighbors Emilee, Tony, and Lilee. How perfect to be with friends in a familiar place to enjoy actual fireworks and then be right at home to […]
This kid cracks us up at every moment. Favorites Music: Celine Dion, itsy bitsy spider, classical Books: Go Dogs Go Foods: Sweet potatoes, corn on the cob, turkey meatballs, Kashi shredded wheat with berries, juice, fish Toys: Baby dolls, balls, eggs Animal: Dogs We crack up when we catch her telling us or other kids […]
Derby season brings with it some extra fun at day care. One event is the diaper derby, and the teachers paint onesies as racing silks for the kids, complete with their horse name. Hailey’s onesie had the words “Chomp Chomp” on it. Turns out the biting habit is still in full force. Hailey, loves shoes […]
Hailey now has a lot of words, even if only we can understand them. Some of the most commonly used are: bow, cheese, please, thank you, milk, baby, poo poo, and more. Raking: her new favorite activity. Doesn’t matter if the rake is full size. Still loves accessories: shades, bows, necklaces, hats. I’ve found it […]
This past month was a bit of a blur since I had to work a ton and Dan’s work schedule also picked up. Hailey loves books, and she can say “book,” as well as many other words. She has just started wanting to say her words and point out pictures to match anything we say. […]
The theme of this month has been Hailey’s willfulness. I think we are getting a taste of the terrible two’s since she throws a fit whenever she doesn’t get what she wants. We can tell she is frustrated that she can’t just tell us what she wants. It is very endearing when we remind her […]
Since we spent Christmas with the Harts, we planned some time to celebrate with the Kratohwils at an indoor waterpark in Indy. This was when it was absolutely freezing in the midwest, so a broken pipe put the waterpark out of commission. We still met up and enjoyed an empty hotel, pool, and hot tub. […]
We spent Christmas with the Harts this year. Grandma put on a fabulous spread of Christmas Eve appetizers and then another feast on Christmas, we all spoiled one another rotten with gifts, and of course Hailey had a blast playing with all her new toys. Dan, Hailey, and I went to church this morning, and […]
I am practicing using the word “daughter.” Hailey still seems like this cute little pet that we take care of and play with, but there’s no avoiding the fact that her personality is starting to shine. She is in fact a little girl, and not just a little baby. That makes me a mom, which […]
The whole crew made it up to Mundelein for Thanksgiving and Hailey got to meet the whole Kratohwil clan.
Another month down. Hailey has had a big month of change. We have a weaned baby! This kid is now sleeping so much better, so the whole family is doing better. She is back to falling asleep on her own in her crib, and this time she enjoys snuggling up with her angel and one […]