Meet BOB

Today our newest addition BOB joined the family. After hundreds of hours of research, I finally found a jogging stroller that not only would hold a tall 2 yr old, but also an infant. I wanted something with a front wheel that would swivel and be fixed, with separate sun shades for each kid and also some what easy to push. With that said I had a lot to try and find in a stroller that didn't cost a small fortune. I had been searching Craigslist, eBay consignment stores and amazon for weeks and thought I found the perfect one (it was even brand new) but right before ordering realized the stroller wouldn't hold my infant car seat and Fisher could not ride until he was 6 months. Then last night after my daily check of Craigslist I came across a month old post for a 09 Bob revolution double jogger (brand new a $650 stroller) - while this one had been loved (aka very used), it was the right price and still available! Today I picked it up and once arriving home Hunter was waiting in the garage to see it. He had to take it for a test drive around the neighborhood (mind you it's 50 degrees and windy - here in Alabama that's cold). Even with one kid, it pushed great (most doubles when you only have one kid it pushes horribly). It's easier to push than my graco travel system and a smoother ride. I totally see why they charge so much for the bobs, since even a double umbrella is at least $100... With that being said I'm completely thankful for the steal of a deal that I got (tomorrow I'm gonna try and clean it). By far I know I made a great choice, as during hunter's bed time we do our best part of our day and his words were "my favorite was the stroller mommy"

2nd time around

With my oldest, I followed all of the so called rules. I wouldn't dare to put him on his belly, let him fall asleep on my chest instead he had to sleep in his crib or bassinet always laying him down while awake. This time around I want to enjoy every second of cuddle time (as my 2 1/2 yr old refuses to cuddle unless he is sick). While I know I may pay for it later when it comes to sleeping, I can't help but want to enjoy this for as long as possible. Overall my little guy sleeps ok. Still nothing longer than 3 hrs between feedings, but since our pediatrician has recommended adding ar formula to bottles I'm hoping to try it out this weekend and praying it extends sleep time. In the mean time I'm gonna enjoy the short time I left of cuddle time before I go back to work.

6 week check up

Today I took Fisher for his big 6 week check up. He weighed in at 11 pounds 15 ounces and 23.5 inches long - he gained 2 pounds since our last time in (2 weeks ago), making him in the 90th percentile for weight (before he was 70th). He is growing so very quickly! Fisher was so very happy when we arrived, laughing and giggling with the pediatrician, but he ended the visit with a big round of shots. The pediatrician was very impressed with his weight gain and would like us to try the ar formula again (with hopes that he will spread out feedings at night - last time we tried the ar he hated it, so if that doesn't work the doctor said to add rice). Since arriving home he has slept (of course he will only sleep if in his money's arms). Hoping he feels better this afternoon.

A night full of smiles 10/24

Today was a busy day around the Webb house. Fisher spent the evening full of smiles and giggles. While Hunter was super excited about his special "Halloween" gift from his Nana and Ms Patty, he then ended the evening making himself into his papa during bath time. It's hard to believe how quickly the time has gone by. It seems like yesterday hunter was fisher's size (6 weeks today). Their smiles make my heart melt and make all of the other times when I want to pull my hair out worth it. I'm one lucky mama to have such amazing little boys!

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It's official our family has grown since our last post!  Fisher joined our family on Sept. 12th.  He is an amazing little boy!!  Chase and I are incredibly blessed to have two adorable boys.

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2011 is off to a start.. hopefully next week we can say a great start

So yes, I have realized I have not been the best at keeping up with this blog. It was much easier to do this prior to our little guy arriving and now its hard to find time to take a shower (don't worry we always do). LOTS has happened in the past year... where to even start is the story. Here is quick update on our life:
- August 2010 - Chase decided to take a job in Birmingham, AL
- Sept. 2010 - I told my job (they asked me to stay on until the end of the year)
-Oct. 2010 - We all officially moved to Birmingham (Vestavia Hills to be exact) and I worked from home and traveled back to Mobile two times per month
- Nov. 2010 - Hunter had tubes put in both ears (after 7 ear infections)
- Nov. 30, 2010 - we celebrated Hunter's first birthday (WOW he is all grown up and no longer our little baby)
- Dec. 31st - came with joy and saddness, as that was my last offical day at SG - truly bittersweet, but also wonderful as Chase and I celebrated our 3rd year of marriage
- Jan. 7th (tomorrow) - is the start and end of something else as well... crossing our fingers, I will ace my job interview with a wonderful organization and it will also be Chase's last day at the job we moved here for.
So that brings us to the question we are asked by many "why are you staying in Birmingham" well we believe God has a purpose for our move here and we are believing in faith. Chase will begin his new job on Monday - doing sales.
While we have experienced every change possible in the past year, that many people never experience or do by the time they are 50 (letting go of our past, moving forward - sometimes while kicking and screaming) - we are excited about the future and what God is doing in our lives. Every day our little boy is growing, learning and changing. He makes our life complete. We are now a family. Blessed, challenged every day and seeing how lucky we are after what we went through this year. We are not just hoping but working on making 2011 the best year yet!

Changes oh the changes...

So most recently our family has had a few big changes. Long story short, we have moved, I'm now working from home and Hunter is here with me, while Chase works for a new company. This is week one and so far, I have had only had a few break downs. As my mom reminded me, for Hunter the move and staying at home with me, is just as hard for him as it is for me. Last night he slept the whole night for the first time in ages!! So far I havent gotten much done, work or home stuff. I'm working on doing a daily schedule... maybe that will start tomorrow.
Tomorrow will be a fresh start... and hopefully I will also start blogging more... but for now I must go as Hunter is now pulling all of the books off the bookshelf!