On the day I had Marley, I was reading about crazy ladies who would be starting labour and have this urge to grab an axe and go chop down some stump they had had in their yard for ten years. I totally thought they were freaks. But when my labour started, I phoned Kathy to confirm and phoned Kevin and told him to come home. I didnt' know what to do next. I was locked in the bathroom and came out to find Chloe had teepeed the whole bonus room in toilet paper. Not just a roll, but a dozen rolls of TP all over the place. I didn't want to clean it up and I was feeling strange so I grabbed Chloe, got in the car and went shoe shopping. I had it in my head that I had to have shoes for the new baby and off we went to find the perfect pair. The whole time we were gone I was having contraction but didn't care, I was on a mission involving shoes. So call it temporary insanity or whatever. Now when I read the stories of women cleaning their freezers out while they're in labour, I get it. Here's the aforementioned shoes and some hoochie pants I made for her (low rise, skinny pants....perfect for babies, right?).
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
The story behind these Robeez
4 Months
Well she's almost five months but I'm a bit behind on my blog...
Here's some four month photos of Little Miss Marley.
Tshirt Dresses
I saw these cute T-shirt dresses in Etsy and had to order them. I got one for Mya for her birthday and one for Chloe. We like them so much I've ordered more. It's an easy way for chloe to wear a dress (which she insists on) without getting crazy caught on everything in sight. And the BUMBO that Kathy got us is getting a lot of use. It's this strange little seat that babies can sit in. I thought they were strange when Chloe was a baby and never bought one, but Marley loves it. Just sits and hangs out while she watches Chloe....so cute.
Happy Birthday Hunter!
Yesterday was Hunter's birthday. I didn't pay much attention when I was talking to Christy, yes we'll be there, the usual birthday party. But part way through the day I got a kind of sad feeling! I must be getting old. I remember when Hunter was born and how we went and saw her she made my heart hurt just holding her. I used to watch her every Tuesday when her mom golfed and it was so cool just to hang out and watch her do nothing. And now she's six...I can't believe it. Just two weeks ago we went to the ski hill to watch her and Christian ski and it was awesome. They are both so good, tearing down the hill like demons. She's grown into this sweet, caring little girl and Chloe idolizes her and we're okay with that. To think six years ago I was holding her in the hospital and yesterday she left me a phone message,'Auntie Heather, where are you? My party is starting NOW!'. And then when I phoned her back she says,'It's you AGAIN?'. Oh how time really flies. Here's a few photos of my favorite six year old neice - we love you Hunter!
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Cute Blocks
My obsession with everything Heather Bailey continues. I had these little soft blocks made for Marley's room. I like them more than she does but she likes to suck them and squeeze them. Megan made them in Marthas Vineyard and we're kind of friends now. She's totally encouraging me to sew and I took a bunch of photos for her website and blog. I love Etsy. Here's the blocks and of course Marley.
Second Project
I'm always loving the little lounge suits on Etsy because the girls and I like to lounge. This is my first attempt at one for Marley.
Sewing Machine
Monday, March 3, 2008
Little ORANGE shoes
I love getting mail. This could explain my addiction to etsy. But there's nothing better than getting unexpected mail! It totally brightens my day. Uncle Kevin and Auntie Andrea sent gifts for the girls last week which included these cool orange shoes. I just love them and want a pair for myself. Chloe got a little purse that she's been sleeping with...need I say more? Thanks so much for the cool gifts. Kevin, I'm on the webcam...be in touch when I get it!
The girls at 3 months...AGAIN
When I found this photo of Chloe I couldn't resist putting it together with the new one of Marley. Yes, my photo skills have improved a tad since 2004. Anyway, compare away.