Brinn and I are on a first name basis these days! For the past week or so mommy is only used under special circumstances, it's now "Aubby". "Aubby come here", "Look at me Aubby". It was cute and funny for the first couple of days but now I miss hearing mommy (I'll have to remind myself of this when I've heard mommy 100 times in one day).
She's also turned into a little momma, today she says to me "Are you being a good listener Aubby?". I kinda chuckled but she was so serious. This is just one example, she's tried to put me in time out, punish and tell the boys I watch what to do, etc. On the up side she's very sweet with Ellia, singing her primary songs and her own made up lullaby's, trying to calm her when she's crying, the love never stops. I love her independent, feisty spirit it makes her quite a character!
Monday, April 2, 2012
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
CHRISTMAS CAME EARLY
We were blessed with an early Christmas present!
ELLIA GRACE LUMA
Born 12/15/11 (11 days early) at 10:46pm
6lbs 12 oz. 20" long
It was quite a whirlwind of a day. I started having mild cramping early in the day but figured maybe it was just braxton hicks or a result of that mornings MD appt. When things began to pick up around 6 that night I figured we would be heading to the hospital sometime in the middle of the night or the next day, however 9pm rolled around and I knew we needed to go. Thank goodness we did because I was already dilated to a 7 by the time we got there and a 9 shortly after, preventing me from getting a full epidural, much to my dismay!! From admission to the hospital to Ellia's arrival it was an hour and a half! I think they were giving me flack (in the kindest way possible) for having waited so long to come in, but up until around 8pm the contractions were bearable LOL.
We came home that Saturday and are doing pretty well. Brinn loves her baby sister, wants to hold her a lot, touch her and just be near her. She seems to be very protective of Ellia too, wants others to be careful around her and doesn't like some people touching her or she is afraid people are hurting her (so sweet!!!). We have noticed some jealousy for attention, which was to be expected and I think she is confused about why I can't do some of the things I used to yet. Holding her and chasing her have been two of the biggest, not to mention my sudden times of crying. Thankfully and hopefully I will be back to normal soon-poor Brinn.
ELLIA GRACE LUMA
Born 12/15/11 (11 days early) at 10:46pm
6lbs 12 oz. 20" long
It was quite a whirlwind of a day. I started having mild cramping early in the day but figured maybe it was just braxton hicks or a result of that mornings MD appt. When things began to pick up around 6 that night I figured we would be heading to the hospital sometime in the middle of the night or the next day, however 9pm rolled around and I knew we needed to go. Thank goodness we did because I was already dilated to a 7 by the time we got there and a 9 shortly after, preventing me from getting a full epidural, much to my dismay!! From admission to the hospital to Ellia's arrival it was an hour and a half! I think they were giving me flack (in the kindest way possible) for having waited so long to come in, but up until around 8pm the contractions were bearable LOL.
We came home that Saturday and are doing pretty well. Brinn loves her baby sister, wants to hold her a lot, touch her and just be near her. She seems to be very protective of Ellia too, wants others to be careful around her and doesn't like some people touching her or she is afraid people are hurting her (so sweet!!!). We have noticed some jealousy for attention, which was to be expected and I think she is confused about why I can't do some of the things I used to yet. Holding her and chasing her have been two of the biggest, not to mention my sudden times of crying. Thankfully and hopefully I will be back to normal soon-poor Brinn.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Abra Kadabra
The Luma family has re-appeared! It's been so long since I have posted anything, but I've decided to renew my commitment to my page as other means of communication can sometimes put me in a bad mood, sad as that is to admit. As it has been about 6 months, I am not going to try to rehash everything that has happened but will start fresh with maybe a few past highlights.
Brinn had her 2nd birthday almost 2 months ago. It seems so crazy that she is two already, where has the time gone. My little girl is growing up so fast. She's got quite a personality..she sometimes seems like 2 going on 10! I love everything about her and every minute with her despite the occasional frustrating tantrum. It has been a couple of the best years and I can't imagine life without her!
Joe has started coaching again he is working with the Freshman team at Williams-Field High and is gone quite a bit as a result, but his team is doing really well and he is enjoying it.
Brinn had her 2nd birthday almost 2 months ago. It seems so crazy that she is two already, where has the time gone. My little girl is growing up so fast. She's got quite a personality..she sometimes seems like 2 going on 10! I love everything about her and every minute with her despite the occasional frustrating tantrum. It has been a couple of the best years and I can't imagine life without her!
Joe has started coaching again he is working with the Freshman team at Williams-Field High and is gone quite a bit as a result, but his team is doing really well and he is enjoying it.
Friday, May 27, 2011
An Apple A Day...
Should keep the doctor away...not so in our case. Brinn and I have both recently been to the doctor, although for good reasons.
Brinn had her 18 month check-up and she is as healthy as a horse (assuming that's a good thing).
She weighed in at 23 pounds, putting her in the 25th percentile and measured 33" tall (75th percentile), she's our tall slender girl! We made it out with only 1 shot this time and a reminder that she doesn't have to be seen until her 2 year check-up. I know Brinn would have been relieved, if she could comprehend :-)
The second appointment of the week was my doctor appointment to confirm the upcoming arrival of BABY #2, which is due to make an appearance around December 27th. Joe is absolutely ecstatic about having a Christams baby, more I think because family will be around to celebrate with us. I on the other hand, already feel a little bad for the kid to have a birthday so close to such a major holiday. However, due date aside, I am so happy and excited to have another sweet child in our home. Brinn will be a great big sister, she is such a sweet, amazing girl.
Brinn had her 18 month check-up and she is as healthy as a horse (assuming that's a good thing).
She weighed in at 23 pounds, putting her in the 25th percentile and measured 33" tall (75th percentile), she's our tall slender girl! We made it out with only 1 shot this time and a reminder that she doesn't have to be seen until her 2 year check-up. I know Brinn would have been relieved, if she could comprehend :-)
The second appointment of the week was my doctor appointment to confirm the upcoming arrival of BABY #2, which is due to make an appearance around December 27th. Joe is absolutely ecstatic about having a Christams baby, more I think because family will be around to celebrate with us. I on the other hand, already feel a little bad for the kid to have a birthday so close to such a major holiday. However, due date aside, I am so happy and excited to have another sweet child in our home. Brinn will be a great big sister, she is such a sweet, amazing girl.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Sweat(drip, drip) Equity Continued.....
Here are some of the other pictures of the home that I've taken, decorations are still in the works, as we now have more space to fill, so it will take some time.
This is the kitchen and the dining area, I love the table, it was my craigslist find and I'm very proud :-)
This is our front room, what you see as you enter our home, we have beautiful hardwood floors. One of my favorite things throughout the house is the plantation shutters, it's fantastic.
This room is the play/to be determined room. Joe and I are in disagreement as to what to do with this room, so for the time being, Brinn gets extra space for indoor play. We are and have been accepting suggestions! Hahaha
Monday, March 14, 2011
Sweat(drip, drip) Equity.....
THE LAST TILE(AHHH That feels good)!!!
And the finished product...........
I'm way behind on this blog, hopefully you'll see why. Joe and I started off the remodeling process by removing the popcorn ceiling from two rooms, and man was that work!! We didn't realize how hard it was going to be.
Dad and Josh came down to help with some repairs and changes to the house, it was a busy week, but fun and very satisfying. So thankful that they were able to come help, couldn't have done it without them!
We did work on the hall bathroom...put in a new tub and subway tiles :-)
Notice the rust around the overflow drain (it was bad) and outdated walls!!
Making progress...
THE LAST TILE(AHHH That feels good)!!!
And the finished product...........TO BE CONTINUED................
Monday, February 21, 2011
FIRST TIME HOMEOWNERS
It's official.....
The Luma's own a home!! We got the keys to our new home on Friday and Joe and I started doing work on Saturday. It feels great to be doing work on something that we own rather than rent. It's also fun knowing that we can do whatever we want!!!
Our first project was removing the popcorn ceiling out of two of the bedrooms, which was a bigger chore than either of us imagined, but with alot of effort (mostly Joe's) it was completed. On to task number two...
We plan to do work on the interior, fixing cracks, replacing doors, painting, etc...as well as replacing the bathtub in one of the bathrooms. There are also a couple tasks to the outside that will be completed. This week will be fun and very busy. Official move in date: this Saturday-countdown begins!
The Luma's own a home!! We got the keys to our new home on Friday and Joe and I started doing work on Saturday. It feels great to be doing work on something that we own rather than rent. It's also fun knowing that we can do whatever we want!!!
Our first project was removing the popcorn ceiling out of two of the bedrooms, which was a bigger chore than either of us imagined, but with alot of effort (mostly Joe's) it was completed. On to task number two...
We plan to do work on the interior, fixing cracks, replacing doors, painting, etc...as well as replacing the bathtub in one of the bathrooms. There are also a couple tasks to the outside that will be completed. This week will be fun and very busy. Official move in date: this Saturday-countdown begins!
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