Admitted to the hospital

On Monday June 15 I was admitted to the hospital for preterm labor.  I was given many different medications before the contractions slowed down.  I was also given steroid shots to help mature the baby's lungs. My parents came in town early to help take care of Alex.  I can't thank them enough for everything they did for us.  It was a difficult week.  Seeing Alex was the highlight of my week.  I missed him so much but I knew he was in good hands.  

Kevin, Jocelyn and Connor visit

Wes' brother, Kevin, and his wife, Jocelyn and their son, Connor came to visit us a few weeks ago.  They were meeting Alex for the first time.  Connor had a blast swimming.  We couldn't get him out of the pool. We also took him to his first baseball game.  Hopefully he will become a Diamondbacks fan.  Unfortunately our visit was cut a little short because I was admitted to the hospital.  

getting ready to go swimming with daddy

enjoying the baseball game

Wes, Alex, Connor and Kevin in front of the stadium

Alex thought it was so funny that Connor would chase him.  They had a lot of fun together. We hope to see them again soon

Alex started playing with one of Connor's toys that he brought.  Connor was so nice to his cousin....he left the spaceship here for Alex.  

Happy Birthday Marcy!!

Last week was my birthday and Abby offered to babysit Alex so Wes and I could go out to dinner.  He took me to Brio and we had a great time.  It was so nice to go out on our own.  I can't thank Abby enough for watching Alex.   I had a great birthday!!!

Baby #2 on the way..

Abby Babysits

A few weeks ago I asked Abby if she would babysit Alex for me. I dropped him off at Abby's apartment and when I came back Alex was in Rudy's crate.  I guess this was Abby's idea of babysitting (just kidding).  Alex climbed in there on his own.  Alex loves his Aunt Abby and I really appreciated her watching him for me. 

Fun in the Sun!

Carly invited us over this week to play in the new Elmo Sprinkler.  They have a great backyard for the kids to play in.  Alex got his swimming suit on and loved playing in the sprinkler.  He wouldn't get out even though he was shaking from being cold.  He had a blast!!!  

running into the sprinkler

what do you think they were saying to each other??

taking a break for a little snack.  they were so cute sharing their cookies and crunchies

Happy Mother's Day

I had a wonderful Mother's Day.  Wes woke up early to hang out with Alex while I slept in.  Then when I woke up Wes made breakfast for Alex and myself.  Autzen ate some too.  We hung out in the afternoon and tried to take Alex swimming. The pool is still a little too cold.  Later that evening we went to Carly and Ben's house for dinner.  The guys made dinner while we played with the kids.  Wes did great at grilling for everyone.  It was a great day. I wish I could have spent it with my mom but we are looking forward to spending time with her in a few weeks.

Alex trying to play with Ruby.  

Lukey taking Alex for a ride on the Spiderman truck. Watch out Ruby!!

Alex, me, Luke, Carly, baby Will, Emma and Steff

Going to the park with daddy

Last weekend we decided to take Alex to the park.  We were trying to find one that is close to our house.  I guess we drove around too long because when we looked in the back seat Alex was sound asleep.   Once we got home we took Alex out of the car and he woke up so we put him back in the car and went to the park.  

Mommy and Daddy drove so long that I decided to take a little nap

finally at the park

I'm not quite sure how to go down the slide

Running around with daddy

Daddy....can you push me on the swing??