A Little Extra Family Time

Michael was laid off, which was a total shock, but luckily for us we were prepared. We have a budget and a plan so it wasn't something unbearably stressful. We were blessed that within 5 weeks of being laid off due to the economy has already begun another job! During his time off we really enjoyed spending extra time together. Michael has had many projects including putting up crown molding, starting to design and build our new closet, and changing shocks and struts on our vehicles. Taking Gabby to the Downtown Aquarium. He and I went to see Dave Ramsey again, which was uplifting. We also took a vacation to Grandma and Grandpa's house. Grandpa had to have another surgery on his foot, so we were lucky enough to have some extra time with Grandma, Grandpa, Emma, and Brody. We really enjoyed Legoland and looking at the Sea World. Two days filled with fun!

She is not amused with Mommy

After seeing Dave Ramsey

I love this silly girl!

Yummy frozen yogurt for the girls

Gabby and Daddy building a car, which won the races!

Karaoke in Legoland's Castle

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Sacrafices for My Angel

Everyone knows that being a parent is full of sacrifices and some are more difficult than others. So far being a Mom I have "sacrificed" my skin thanks to stretch marks, my youthfulness, thanks to the worries that cause the new wrinkles I notice weekly, my pretty legs thanks to the varicose veins I received during pregnancy that never went away, the comfort of sitting thanks to the back pain I have had ever since pregnancy, a good night’s sleep, and the list goes on... However, none of these things truly feel like a sacrifice (although I do miss sleep and my non-damaged body) they are just part of being a mommy and I wouldn't trade parenthood for anything! Today, however, a very difficult sacrifice was made, although I know it was the only choice. Ranger, the dog Michael and I had for 7 ½ years, was given to a new home today. He bit Gabby on her head when she was about 9 months old and then about a week ago he nipped at her and unfortunately that was the last straw. M

Interesting Fact

Today I went to the doctor for my now bi-weekly appointment. This is only the second time he has gotten out a measuring tape and measured my engorged stomach. My boss was talking about how interesting it is when they measure you...so I asked my doctor about it today and it's true! Whenever you are in your 20 something week and further along until very close to the end of pregnancy the number of centimeters from your pelvic bone to the top of your uterus should approximately be the same as the number of weeks pregnant you are. This week I was 28 centimeters and I am 28 weeks! So Gabrielle is right on schedule.

Gabrielle Elyssa McIlroy 7 pounds 6 ounces 19 3/4 inches long!

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