My new favorite veggie!

So, it turns out that cabbage is good for lots of things. This has to do with breastfeeding so if you don't want to know why I like it, stop reading.... now.

Since I am bottle feeding and not nursing Bailee, this experience is a little different. I am a great producer of milk, unfortunately, it's not going anywhere. The word is engorement. I told you to stop reading. I read online that cabbage leaves would help relieve this state. I really didn't think it was possible -- cabbage? Last night Dr. Doyle stopped in and I asked him what worked. Cabbage leaves was the answer. Uh, well if a doctor said it, I'm going to give it a try. I have been taking 800 mg of ibuprofen twice a day and that doesn't come close to the relief of cabbage leaves. They also have the effect of drying up the milk supply if left on for a long amount of time. I did learn to apply fresh leaves, making saurkraut is not the objective. After a painful week, I think things are getting better. YES!

A week ago today...

Where does the time go? I have been sitting here thinking of what was happening last Wednesday about this time. Bailee will be 1 week old in 3 minutes. Wow! At this time last week I was hoping at some point the epidural would kick in... waiting... waiting... waiting... it never did. A week later though, that memory of the pain to get Bailee here is gone, and I would do it again. She is such a blessing.
It's been a week since I have spent any time at all with my boys. I really am beginning to miss them. I know they are having a blast with Grandma Andrew and their cousins!

Thanks to Grandma Andrew, I am having a little break. The boys went to Idaho to have fun with Grandma & Grandpa. They also get to go see their cousins in Nampa. I'm sure they are having a great time! This is what my days are full of -- feeding Bailee, changing a few diapers and watching her sleep. It's rough... I'm loving every minute. Brian and I are a little bored without the boys but we are managing...

Pretty in Pink

So in the beginning, I was not a fan of pink. I was waiting to like it until I KNEW I had a little girl. After 3 boys it was almost too much to ask for! Isn't pink a delightfully pretty color for such a

pretty, pretty girl?

Happy Grandmas & Proud Grandpas

Bailee has some pretty proud grandparents! Grandma Andrew is so excited to have another Andrew with a bow! Thanks so much for driving down to see us! We really appreciated the visit.

Here's a few pictures of Bailee and the boys and one really proud dad. Logan, Zac and Hayden just love her and took turns last night holding her. It was so fun. As soon as Hayden saw her he said, "Oh, she's cuter that Gretal!" Just so you know, he tells Gretal she is cute everyday so that is quite the compliment!

Bailee Lynn Andrew Is Here!

Bailee made her entrance into the world today at 12:12 PM. She is beautiful! 6 lbs 15 ounces 18 1/2 inches long. Her brothers love her and can't wait to take her home! I am feeling great and can't wait to go home. I will post pictures later!

The Baby's Room

After a fresh coat of paint and trim!

Before the work!

Brigitte, these are for you! I know after today you won't have time to be online! We have a little caulking and filling to do, then we can move in -- yes!

Crazy 9 Year Old!

I think that Zac had a pretty great birthday! It's a little hard to believe that he is 9! We sure love him and he is such a great big brother.

Smarty Pants!

Zac received one of the top academic awards in his class this year. He really has excelled. His teacher, Mrs. Gourley had a lot to do with it. She made each student shine and expected and got results. It was a great year!

Baseball 2009

Baseball started this week. It really is busy. Logan's coach has them practice once a week plus two games each week and Zac is doing the same. They really have improved over the years and it is fun to watch them play. Logan is in coach pitch and Zac is in machine pitch. Go guys!

Summer 2009

Well, summer is officially here. We just wrapped up our first week of summer vacation. It was full of swimming, baseball and lots of friends. The boys are all big enough to do chores and that has been a life saver! Zac is mowing the lawn this year and does a great job. They all have household jobs. Logan cleans a mean bathroom and Hayden is a pro at cleaning out the dishwasher! One week down --- how many to go?

Just a quick update!

This morning I put the last coat of paint on the baby's room -- walls, window trim and door trim are done. Yay! Now we can buy the baseboards and the crown molding to go on the ceiling, paint them and get them cut and put in -- Yes!
Then on to getting ready for the baby, setting up the crib, getting the clothes ready getting my bags packed. Tomorrow I have my doctor's appointment. Cross your fingers that he says we are my schedule and not a faster one!
Yesterday we also filled up the pool and the boys jumped in this morning. It was cold. They did stay in for almost an hour. Hopefully the sun will do its thing and it will get warmer as the week progresses.

Happy Birthday Zachary!

Today is Zach's birthday! He is so excited to be celebrating! Thanks for all the phone calls -- he has the best aunts and uncles! I'll post pictures of today later!