Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Staying Distracted


We go back and forth about Charlie's hair color. His eyebrows are completely blonde-- so much so that you can't see them unless you're looking for them. But his hair is darker on top of his head. I guess it's still up in the air about which way he'll go.


Charlie and I had such a great cuddle this evening. His head is so soft and baby-smelly. It's good stuff.


Charlie can suck on his pacifier for a few minutes at a time. He still gets a little to distracted by it and forgets to breathe, so we have to limit his binky time. Both his nurses today told us that he has a "good suck." I'm so proud.


Lily was quite interested in watching her mommy today, and sometimes she even likes to look at me. But we're quite sure that once she discovers mirrors she'll be most fascinated watching herself. She's very pretty!


Lily was being Lily today but she wan't cooperative at all when it came time to take out the camera. She would open her eyes nice and big and make smily faces, but then as soon as I pointed the camera she would close her eyes and stick out her tongue. Just like a bratty twelve-year-old!

28 comments:

Logan's Mom said...

Awww, that picture of you and Lily looking at each other is beautiful. It's amazing how even when they're so young, kids have personalities all their own. The brattiness is a lot more amusing when they can't talk, though! :-p

Janet said...

they are both so adorable. your family is always in my thoughts. :)

Jenn Collins said...

Such beautiful photos. Your blog makes me cry sad tears and happy tears.

Lauren said...

Gorgeous as always!

Kay Martin said...

They are just beautiful!

Jamers said...

Funny how early on they develop attitude, isn't it? ;o) They're adorable. You all are on my mind a lot these days...

Denise said...

Those pictures of Charlie and Lilly are so adorable. They are getting so big. I know it's going to be a rough day today for you, but that little angel is watching over you. Sometimes, we can never understand why God lets these things happen in our lives.But, I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you always. Those two will be home soon. Travis' mom

Anonymous said...

Thrive Charlie and Lily - make Annaleigh proud of you. My beautiful angels - all three of you - help Mommy and Daddy through today. I love you sweetpeas.

All My Love, Auntie
xoxoxoxoxo

Michele from FTHS said...

A picture is worth a thousand words. They get more beautiful as each day passes. Hang in there!

Janet said...

I've just recently come across your blog (it takes a while for it to come to Australia - joking), and I just wanted to post a short not. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful AnnaLeigh. Your strength and courage in this time is overwhelming. After 6 IVF attempts and a difficult pregnancy we were blessed with our health little girl on New Years Eve. I will go and hold her just that little bit closer tonight. I hope that knowing your baby was loved will help ease the pain at this difficult time.
Regards,
Janet McPherson
Brisbane Australia

Momma said...

Is it possible for them to get cuter? They look fabulous! Keep growing Lily and Charlie...

my thoughts are with all of you.

*hugs*
Sarah/Copzy

Kat said...

Such sweet babies!

Charlies hair may well change color many times. My son was born with a full head of jet black hair, then it turned sandy brown and fell out.

It grew back in blonde!

Iris said...

Good distractions:)

Kristine McKowen said...

They are looking amazing!

Know you are in my prayers.

Courtney said...

Such beautiful pictures! :) Lily is making me laugh by having a little attitude!

Hugs and lots of love to all of you.

jeanna said...

i have to confirm as a non biased blog reader that charlie and lily have always been beautiful but now they are getting so darn cute!!! I loved hearing how Charlie smells like a baby!

Anonymous said...

Your blog about your wonderful babies is the first thing I read when I get to my office every morning. I've been out of town since last Friday due to a death in our family and I was anxious to catch up this morning. I am so sad to read about Annaleigh. We, too, had a very sudden passing in our family of a most sweet and loving man. I'm a firm believer that all of the amazing people that we have lost are together watching over us. Our Uncle Johnnie loved my infant daughter but only got to meet her once because they live so far away. I hope they have met and will keep their eyes on all of us. He has wonderful stories to tell and will keep her entertained forever. Your family is in my prayers.

B.

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you today....

OMG Triplets said...

So beautiful! Thinking of you.

mrsolsenk12 said...

They ar both so beautiful! I know today isa rough day. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nichole said...

I simply wanted to stay that I have been thinking and praying for your family constantly throughout the past week. I know today will be especially hard, but I just wanted to say once again how sorry I was for your loss and that I will continue to think and pray for your family.

Anonymous said...

Your babies are just so beautiful. I've been following your blog & think your are such amazing wonderful parents. You're family has been in my thoughts everyday but I especially will be thinking of you today. Good bless your baby angel always.

Sonya said...

Those pictures are absolutely beautiful!!! Thank you so much for continuing to share them with those of us that are perfect strangers. Your family continues to be in all my thoughts and prayers...

MrsKatieH said...

Thinking of you today...

Anonymous said...

Your children are blessed with the most bravest parents.

Kiane said...

Your babies are just so sweet :)
Thinking of you today and keeping you in my prayers.

Kiane (SAIF)

Caitlin said...

Just wanted to say that you're in my thoughts today, and that I'm thinking good thoughts and prayers for all of you.

Anonymous said...

You all are in my thoughts and prayers - not only today, but all the time. Stay strong.