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Hailey @ 6 Months Old

Posted on 12 Mar 2013 by elaine

Half a year down for our little one.  This just gets more fun as each month goes by, even with a sick baby.  All we’ve been doing is exchanging random illnesses since February.  I think Mom and Dad have had … Continue reading →

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The Family Fang

Posted on 28 Feb 2013 by elaine

The Family Fang was a bookclub pick that I surprisingly enjoyed.  It offers a new perspective on art and is so outlandish that I was thoroughly entertained.

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Hailey @ 5 Months Old

Posted on 13 Feb 2013 by elaine

Five months down.  Here’s the latest on Hay-Bug: It is so fun to think about all of Hailey’s mundane firsts and superlatives: the coldest day she’s ever experienced, her first fire drill, her first time getting kicked out of a … Continue reading →

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Double Cross

Posted on 1 Feb 2013 by elaine

I read James Patterson’s Double Cross since I have this obsession with crime/serial killer books.  But I’ve gotta say, I would much rather read something with a little more flair in the writing.  Any recommendations on good crime reads?  I … Continue reading →

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Hailey @ 4 Months Old

Posted on 23 Jan 2013 by elaine

We are just loving this baby more and more each day.  She is still the same happy, laid-back little girl.  She is looking older and feeling bigger to us.  She is rolling front to back and back to front here … Continue reading →

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Hailey’s Baptism

Posted on 15 Jan 2013 by elaine

Thank you to our families and to Hailey’s Godparents for making Hailey’s baptism weekend a joyful celebration!  Hailey was an angel for the ceremony in her baptismal gown sewn by Grandma.  The the fountain contained a splash of water from … Continue reading →

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Baby Giraffe

Posted on 5 Jan 2013 by elaine
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The Litigators

Posted on 26 Dec 2012 by elaine

Just finished listening to The Litigators by John Grisham.  I enjoyed a classic John Grisham read.  The main character was a really likeable guy, and sometimes it is just fun to read about nice characters.

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Happy Kratomas!

Posted on 22 Dec 2012 by elaine

Kratomas: It’s like Christmas, but celebrated with the Kratohwil’s a couple of days early.  And Kratomas is a crazy fun time.  Grandma Ce Ce and Gramps spoiled Hailey for her first Christmas, Dan prepared an awesome meal, and fun was … Continue reading →

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Hailey @ 3 Months Old

Posted on 20 Dec 2012 by elaine

Happy three months to Hailey! Things don’t seem entirely different than they did a month ago with the exception that I have gone back to work. More on that in another post, if I ever get to it. We have … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on 22 Nov 2012 by elaine

We are so thankful for the many blessings this year has brought for our family.  It goes without saying that we are thankful for the arrival and health of our first child.  We cannot express just how much we love … Continue reading →

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Hailey – 2 Months

Posted on 12 Nov 2012 by elaine

I just read our 6 week post and can’t believe how much Hailey has changed since then. Metrics Weight: 10 lb. 2 oz., 45% Height: 22.75 in., 50 % Head Circumference: 15.25 in., 50% Little Hailey is one smiley baby. … Continue reading →

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Catching Fire

Posted on 5 Nov 2012 by elaine

I seem to be into popular trilogies right now since I just finished Catching Fire, the second Hunger Games book.  It was really more of the same, which was entertaining, but not amazing.  I’ll still read the third book someday … Continue reading →

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Hailey – Seven Weeks

Posted on 4 Nov 2012 by elaine

This has been a fun week for Miss Hailey!         Links to Facebook videos we posted this week: Hanging out on her belly (6 weeks) Baby Squats (6 weeks) Hi! (7 weeks) More Hailey (7 weeks)

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Quacky Halloween

Posted on 31 Oct 2012 by elaine
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Hailey – Six Weeks

Posted on 26 Oct 2012 by elaine

If you would have told me I wouldn’t even  be able to keep up with the blog while home on maternity leave I would not have believed you.  I can’t believe how much time it takes to take care of … Continue reading →

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The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest

Posted on 15 Oct 2012 by elaine

I finally finished the Millenium series.  The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest was consistent with the first two books and finally tied everything together.  I did most of this reading in the late hours of the night while trying … Continue reading →

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Lime Vinegarette

Posted on 14 Oct 2012 by elaine

Ingredients 6 cups mixed lettuce greens 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: Mix it … Continue reading →

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Hailey – One Month

Posted on 12 Oct 2012 by elaine

Yes, everyone was correct: time flies like crazy!  Here are some highlights from Hailey’s first month on the outside. Metrics Weight: 9 lb. 1oz., 50% Height: 21 in., 50% Head Circumference: 14.5 in., 50% Hailey loves to stretch.  We know … Continue reading →

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Baby Books

Posted on 30 Sep 2012 by elaine

Good friends of ours lent us a few pregnancy and baby books, and I found two of them most helpful.  I would love to hear what books, blogs, and magazines other moms use to learn about child development and parenting. … Continue reading →

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