We are sure enjoying our time with her...even the times that she is wide awake in the middle of the night! I know these times won't last so I will enjoy them...but I will admit...I do complain a little that I'm tired :) She so far seems to be a happy, healthy baby and for that we thank God. She is really content most of the time...only really crying when she's really hungry or when we are changing her diaper...that cold air on the bum must not be too pleasant :) We did take her to church today and we are so thankful for our church family. They just surround us with love and we know that our daughter will be well loved on! I should have taken a picture of her in her little dress...she looked so cute...but I didn't so you'll have to scroll down and look at my other post...she wore the same one that she had on in her picture with Carter. Jon picked that one out for her. Speaking of Jon...pretty sure Natee has him wrapped around her little pudgy finger...it's so cute. And on Friday she had a photo shoot with a lady from Northfield...and we are going back on Monday for some more! Jon was telling the photographer about a piece of wood/log he had and she thought she could use it for some cute pictures so we are going to try :) As soon as she is done she said she'd give me a few to put on here so when I get them I'll be sure to get them on here for you...I think they are going to be way too cute! Thanks Ali (yes...her name is Ali too...and her husbands name is John!) for doing this for us! Well...I think that's enough of an update for now...Natee is going to be getting hungry soon so I'd better get going...how do you like her nickname...we think it fits her! We'll be back soon with more pictures...but for now...enjoy these!
My first real bath...I liked it...and I really liked getting my hair shampooed...good thing my mom is an expert!
Do you like my duck towel...my daddy thinks I look so cute in it! Thanks Chele...did you remember you gave this to me for Emmalee...I've been waiting to use it!
A little tummy/snuggle time...this blankie is so soft...I saw these on Etsy and thought that I could sew one up myself...so I ordered the fabric and got to work...let me tell you...it was a pain...that fabric is so stretchy...it's not perfect but it works :) She seems to like it!
I like my fingers! And Patty...thanks for the hat...this is also one you gave to Emmalee and I think Natalee looks too darn cute in it! Jon thinks she's a yellow and green girl...looks good with her dark skin :)
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A few of you have commented on how you think that Natalee and Emmalee look alike...and we have to agree...we've said that a few times...especially some of the faces that Natalee makes remind us of Emmalee. So I put a side-by-side picture up for you to see...what do you think? A little bit?!? I just think it's amazing how God does that...Natalee is a perfect fit into our family!
11 comments:
Wow - that is amazing how they look alike. I'm always fascinated at how God knits together the details so you know it's Him! Your little girl is absolutely precious!
She's adorable! great pictures. :)
So Happy for you both. I have been following your blog for a while. I am glad I found you!
I could just stare at her little face all day!
Love you!
Mom
I just found your blog today through another one. Congratulations on your beautiful little girl! I read some of your old posts and I vote for a wipe warmer. I live in Florida but in the winter I just couldn't stand watching my baby jerk at the cold wipe.
Now, please, please, please, never ever put your child to sleep on anything but a mattress with a tight sheet, especially if she is on her tummy. She needs to have no stuffed animals or pillows in the bed and definitely nothing like that blanket underneath her. Talk to your doctor, read your baby books they will all tell you babies have suffocated that way. That blanket is really cute just not underneath her :)
wow! they do look alike. I love your nickname for her! I also wanted to say that the fabric you chose is the WORST to sew with! I used it in my kids' nursery (different color, though)---bumpers...yeah, let's not even go there. They are not perfect, but they sure are soft!!!
by the way, do you have a boppy? I know I didn't get in on the conversation earlier about what advice I'd give you... even if I didn't nurse, a boppy is so handy for when she gets a tiny bit bigger...you can put it on the floor and proper her up a bit on it and they can see better. they love it. when they begin to sit up, it's a good "spotter" behind them to practice sitting on their own.
I also could not live without our swing...a life saver. And don't forget the batteries---buy rechargeable ones if you think you will use it alot. Saves money and is "green". Alot of toys (future years) require so many batteries...
Also, do you have a car seat cover that goes over her seat instead of just putting a blanket over top? It is so helpful with a winter baby!
OK enough! Love to you! So happy!
Hey Ali! Love the pics, love the nick-name, love the blanket. Sounds like you guys are doing well and thanks for putting up the photo of Emmalee for comparison. That was the picture I was thinking about and I definitely think they have similar features; It is really neat how God does things like that. I look forward to seeing the pictures you are having taken!
Danyelle
What an amazing and heartfelt journey you had to have to get to this point. Enjoyed hearing your story and those of your children. I too lost a baby girl at 18 weeks on Feb 8th. Gracie.... I am so happy that your adoption went smoothly and you now have a little girl to love and watchover the rest of your life. Thrilled you have Ali as your photographer too. Be blessed!
Hi Ali! Lovely pictures of the little dolly- she is just amazing! Are you exhausted? Is she keeping you up all night?
I just found your blog and have spent all night reading old posts. Your strength, grace and faith astound me.
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl!! I have friends that adopted 2 brothers and an unrelated girl. It's really strange how each one of them has a trait that you can link to each other or our friends.
Enjoy your newest blessing!
She is so beautiful!! And I do think she looks like her sister :)
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