Pumpkin Patch

Today was such a beautiful day that we decided to head out to Sweetberry Farm in Marble Falls. It was our 1st outing w/ all 3 kids....maybe not the easiest place to go, but we did it. 1st, we went through the kiddie maze. Drew LOVED it. He led the way to the bell at the end. Ava was a little nervous about not being able to see around her, so ended up getting daddy to carry her. (Pres slept in the stroller.)
Next, we went to look at the pumpkins. I had hoped to get a pic of all 3 kids together...BUT, Ava got upset about something(we have no idea what) & cried & wouldn't go near them...Presley was asleep. But, Drew had a blast w/ them. He was determined to pick up every one there...that is, until he spotted the horses!
So, yes, we had to ride the horses. We sat Drew on one to see if he'd like it & it was a little too big for him..So, mommy got to ride too! :) Drew spent the whole time telling me & the lady leading us about the horsey's, the trees & some other stuff we couldn't quite understand. ;) It was a lot of fun & fortunately Ava calmed down enough to ride too. She actually appeared to enjoy it more than Drew...she actually smiled!
After that we decided to call it a day & find a place to eat! Hopefully next year, Ava will enjoy it more!

What a good big brother...

showing Presley that tummy time isn't that bad:
resting w/ little sis:
sharing his cows with Pres:

Early birthday present

Yesterday, Ava & Drew received an early birthday present from Noni & Dandy: the Neat & Tidy Cottage!! Dandy & Uncle Casey got it put together while the kids napped. They love it!! I think their favorite part is the doorbell that actually rings(that's not going to drive mom crazy!;)) & the phone...which also makes noise, but we haven't put batteries in it yet!

Thanks Noni & Dandy!! We love you.

Presley at 2 weeks

We had Presley's 2 wk well-check yesterday. The dr said she was perfect--which, of course, we already knew! She had gained 1 lb since her last appt--above her birth weight!! She now weighs 8#4oz(45%) & is 22 1/4in long(95%). Our baby girl is very long!
Ava & Drew got back on Thursday. They both seemed to remember her---Drew is talking to her & 'checking' on her more & more. Ava is still a little indifferent, but I'm sure she'll warm up soon! :)

Update & pics from the last week

We are doing really well. Presley, after staying awake all night the 1st 2 nights home, has settled into a pretty good sleep routine that results in mom getting about 6-8 hrs of sleep! :) Ava & Drew have been keeping dad on his toes...one night, all 3 ended up in the guest bed together(it's only a double--was quite cute!). Jeremy is doing great as "Mr Mom"...from making breakfast to changing & washing diapers to bathtime & bedtime. I am so appreciative of him!! Drew is very interested in Presley & loves to look at her & talk to her. Ava...not so much. The only time she really acknowledges her is when she cries...then Ava cries too! I'm feeling good & trying not to overdo it...difficult, I know.

Here are a few pics from the last few days. Somehow I'm always the one taking pics & never get in any.

Next week, Ava & Drew go to my parent's for a few days, while Jeremy goes back to work. It'll be quite strange to have just one baby around! ;) Hopefully, I'll be ready when Ava & Drew get back...b/c the week after that...I'M ON MY OWN! Aagh! :)

First days at home

We came home from the hospital on Thursday & it's been quite an adjustment. Thankfully, Noni & Dandy were here to take care of Drew & Ava, so Jeremy & I could get used to having a newborn around again. Ava & Drew don't quite know what to think of Presley....they just kind of look at her from a distance, but don't want to get too close. Hopefully they'll warm up to her soon! Here are a few pics from Presley's first days:

It's a GIRL!

Meet Presley Rae Meier
b. Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 2:34pm
8lb 0oz & 21in

Presley has dark brown hair(!) & blue eyes. I'll try to post some more pics soon.

New horsey & last pic...

Ava got the pink pony for Christmas & they have both loved it. Lately, with their newfound freedom(roaming the house), they have wanted to ride it all around the house. Only problem: just one pony. Drew's answer was to start 'riding' Raffi through the house(the rocking giraffe). Unfortunately, that scratches up the wood floors quite a bit! So, I decided, since we're 'leaving them' for the next few days, I'd get them another pony. They were very excited & immediately started racing through the house!

And here is our last picture as a family of 4. Ava & Drew don't care to have their picture taken lately...especially when there's a new toy & Noni & Dandy involved...so this is the best we could do. But, I think it's cute!

Too close?

On Sunday, Ava & Drew got close to watch the Cowboys game. Not sure how comfortable that could be! :)

Couch potatoes & Playing in the rain

Saturday was a day for sitting on the couch watching football & playing in the rain.

Ava after playing outside in the rain:

Last day as a family of 4..

Or what *should* have been ....

I had big plans for Thursday: breakfast & play at Jungle Java in the morning; naps for the kids & work/errands in the afternoon; then, dinner w/ my mom & dad.

INSTEAD.... we did go to breakfast, then Drew & I spent 1 1/2 hrs at the drs office to get the dreaded diagnosis: swine flu! Got a RX for both kiddos, since Ava had already been coughing, then called my drs office--I was also having some symptoms. To be on the safe side, my dr suggested rescheduling the c-section to Tuesday & starting me on Tamiflu. We then spent the rest of the afternoon trying to keep 2 kids that didn't feel good happy, rested & hydrated.

Of course, I wanted to do what was best for the baby...but, am kind of sad today not to be holding him/her(& STILL not knowing boy or girl! ;)). Fortunately, it seems that we caught it early enough & the tamiflu is working quickly. The kids seem to feel great...w/ just the occasional cough. I'm a little worse off, but still just a little achy w/ a cough....and impatient for Tuesday to get here! :)
Here are a couple of pics from our 'last' breakfast out:

Ava did not want her picture taken!

And resting on the couch today w/ Dad: