Impatient and Hard-headed

These are two words that describe me and my eagerness to begin working out again. Not sure why I am so ready to hit the gym because after Morgan was born and my doctor released me 6 weeks after my c-section I had no desire to workout. This time is different and I am so ready to get in shape. I have been feeling great so I have been telling Bryan that I am going to get into a routine of going to gym. He constantly reminds me how hard-headed I am and how I need to obey my doctor’s orders. Yesterday while the kids were napping I went out for a walk and thought I will run a little and Bryan will never know. My jog didn’t last long because it was uncomfortable so I walked 3 miles to get a little exercise. I will wait 2 more weeks like my doctor suggested because they obviously know best! I have set a couple fitness goals for myself this year. Bryan and I want to run the White Rock Half Marathon in December (which he could do today!) but I have some training to do. I am also thinking about doing the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk in November but haven’t completely decided. It will be great to achieve some of my goals and get back into a regular exercise routine but now I realize that I have to listen to my body and take it slow.

Morgan's 2nd Birthday Party

Last Saturday, January 30th we celebrated Morgan’s 2nd birthday party. Since we have a 3 week old baby we opted to keep her party small. We had family over to the house and it was great. I can’t believe our precious little girl is 2. They grow up too quick!! She is at a fun age and is the sweetest little thing and we love her so much.

Mommy and Daddy and Morgan. We love you!



Morgan was so excited about every toy and wanted everything out of the box the second she opened it so she could play with them right away.



It upset Morgan when we sang Happy Birthday! I didn’t think we sounded that bad?!?!




Make a wish!!



Snacking...



She loves her new horse!



Graham slept right through the party



It was a great party and Morgan had lots of fun. She loves all of her gifts!! Thanks to everyone who came and made her birthday so special!!

Morgan's 2 year old checkup!

This morning we went to see Dr. Sampson for Morgan’s 2 year well visit. I just love these appointments to see how much she has grown and all that good stuff. Morgan was such a big girl and did so well. At previous appointments she would cry the second she heard the nurse call her name to go back to a room. Today was different and the first appointment in a long time that we made it through without a tear. Here are her measurements:

Weight = 25 lbs (30th percentile)
Height= 34 ½ in. (75th percentile)
Head= 19 ¼ in. (80th percentile)

Dr. Sampson said she is very healthy and right in line with where she should be at 2 years old. The only thing she suggested is trying to take her pacifier away in the next few months and we know we need to. With all the changes she has dealt with in the last few months (big girl bed, new baby) we decided to let her keep in for a little longer. Maybe we will talk her into giving it to the Easter Bunny?!?
While at the doctor’s office this morning we went ahead and weighed Graham. He weighed 8lb. 8oz. He has gained 1 lb. in the last two weeks. We are happy about that! We go back in a month for Graham’s 2 month visit and Morgan is good for another year.