Savor every moment

Currently I am holding sweet, sleeping Frances in my arms until the next feeding. I remember waiting for each new phase to begin with Charles - when will he crawl, when will he walk? But looking back at how fast he grows, I want to savor every moment with Frances - I just love this newborn phase. Holding her and guessing what her personality will be like. So far, she is still in that sleepy phase. She has been a great sleeper at night thus far and also a great nurser - she loves her milk! And I don't have time to get tired with Mr. Charles around so any quiet time with her is great.

Charles is still doing great with the "baby." Last week he was at his grandparents' house in Augusta. I missed him so much - it was too quiet around here, but he had a blast on his mini-vacation. He continues to kiss and love on her. He has learned to keep himself content while I nurse and has really started talking up a storm. So for the moment, we are just enjoying every day.

Doughnut Day

Jacob has started taking Charles to Krispy Kreme on Saturday mornings for a little Father-Son bonding time. He is definitely a fan of the doughnuts and of his Daddy!

Close-Ups

Here are a few close-up shots of Frances' first few days. The first one is of Charles loving on her and the second is how she spends of a majority of her day right now. It is so sweet how much Charles is fascinated with this new little baby. He wakes up saying, "Baby!" He gives her multiple kisses throughout the day and he loves to give her a pacifier. I am so proud/amazed with him and seeing him in his big brother role. Let's hope this lasts a while!

Our Newest Addition

Frances McGlasson was born at Wednesday, July 30th at 11:23 am. She weighed 7lbs 15oz and 20.5inches long. Labor was great and fast. We came home after 24hrs, and it is nice to be back as one family. She is feeding well and like a newborn likes to sleep during the day and give us a little excitement at night! So far she has avoided trauma from an excited and passionate brother who likes to reposition her head if he can't get good access for a kiss. Charles has done remarkably well with the transition and likes to bring her pacifier to her and point out that she has two eyes, ears, lips, cheeks, etc. We will update more later.

Cute Pictures of the Day

Afternoon in the baby pool.

Morning at the beach.

Pictures from the Summer

Here are some pictures I ran across while uploading photos - they are from our travels when we were homeless and finding lots of new things to do.

Lake Guntersville, AL for Memorial Day weekend

Discovering giraffes at the Columbia, SC Zoo with Grandmother

Taking a water break at the zoo in the goat petting area.

Fun in Grandmother's and Grandfather's backyard.

Countdown

After numerous non-stress tests and ultrasounds, they have decided that Frances has PAC's. I don't know much about them, but the doctor described them as just an abnormal heartbeat that usually goes away as a baby matures. They said it was nothing to be concerned about, but I am not allowed any caffeine or chocolate! Good thing this is my last month of pregnancy. We are thankful there was nothing wrong with her heart structurally. They checked her out from head to toe again...they mentioned lots of hair and big chubby cheeks. Looks like she might take after her big brother! I am definitely in the nesting mode. I have even labeled containers and boxes and gotten my hospital bag together. It has really gotten me excited about the arrival of this new little one. I feel great - daily naps, making great new friends and enjoying life with just one toddler. I'm sure I have no idea what is in store for me in the upcoming weeks, but God can't give me too much to handle...that is what I will put my trust in.