Happy St. Patrick's Day

4 months old

Look at those cheeks! :)

She loves her excer-saucer!

Last week, Layla weighed in at the doctor's office at 13 lbs and 2.5 oz which falls in the 50th percentile. Her height is 24.5 inches falling in the 60th percentile. Doctor said she is healthy and was encouraging when he looked at Robert and me and said, "You guys are doing great!" What a reassurance for us as first time parents because like many first time parents we question everything. "Are we doing this right?" "Is this getting diaper size getting too small?"

My favorite is a conversation we've had many times:

Robert-"Do you think Layla's __(insert word)__ (squirming/fussing/crying/waking up) because she's hot?"
Tia- "Hot? I was thinking maybe she's not warm enough? Are you hot right now?"
Robert- "No, I'm okay. Temperature seems good in hear. Doctor said to dress her like we're dressed for bed. But, look at how your dressed (Tia- pants, socks and tank top) and then look at me (shorts, just shorts). "
Tia & Robert- (Both look at Layla and sigh. She's definitely not going to bed in only a diaper like her Dad and she doesn't get to cover with sheets like Mom sooo... in the sleep sack she goes.)
This conversation goes on socks? no socks? long sleeve? short sleeve? etc.
I think we've finally figured out the proper temperature on the space heater and appropriate sleep outfit for the cold weather. Warmer weather will be here soon and the conversation will begin once again.

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Gotta Love It!

Look who fell asleep sitting up!
Daddy picked out this outfit! Great job!

All smiles!

Layla Jane

The "La-Las"- Layla and Isla

Quick update for our friends out of state since it's been FOREVER since we've updated our blog :

We've purchased a home in Virginia Beach 2 miles from my big brother and his family and our sweet Layla Jane was born November 9! :)

Our Layla Jane is 3 months old now! She giggles and smiles and has recently found her speaking voice and cracks us up as she talks away to her butterflies. Her little personality is starting to come out and the little princess will speak up with coos as she tries singing along to Itsy Bitsy Spider or fusses as she gets frustrated when she can't get her toy to her mouth. Her highness is not afraid to speak her peace. She is still wearing 0-3 months clothes and weighs 12lbs. She's mommy's buddy as we go to our exercise classes, shop, clean, and even dabble in the kitchen. Layla is a Mamma's girl. So much so, that she cries when held by anyone else... even her own family! This does not help our cause for a date night.

Robert has continued to do his home health job and is doing well. He's a great Daddy and continues to shower me with love as well. :) I'm so fortunate that I am still able to stay at home for a few more months before heading back to work. I couldn't be happier! This is what I've always envisioned myself doing- going to school, getting my degree, working a bit, then being a stay at home mom. I LOVE IT!

We'll be updating the blog more often now that things seem to be settling down after the move, holidays, company, oh and having an infant. ;)

*Tutus- as seen in this picture were made by my dear friend Lindsay* www.PalmHarborCreations.Etsy.com

Robert's Body Building Competition

After 6 months of intense weight lifting, waking up at 5 a.m. to run for an hour, eating practically nothing (1200 calories a day), all while dealing with realtors and brokers, shopping for appliances, appeasing his pregnant wife and of course working daily the body building competition arrived and HE DID AWESOME!!!!!

He competed in two different areas:

Novice (for those who have never one a competition) and the Open Class (for anyone regardless of experience or age).
He also had to do a 90 second choreographed muscle showing performance.
Choice of song: "Pretty Fly for a White Guy" by Offspring.
The audience loved his wit, facial expressions, and big muscles... yes I did hear other girls hootin' and hollering for him.

Back up girls, I'm 8 months pregnant!

(Layla was flexing too!)

He won second place in the Novice class and third place in the Open. Let me tell you... There were some big dudes out there. Competition was stiff! What an accomplishment!!!

Finally, real food!... it's not lettuce, tuna, or broccoli.. just the greasiest, fattiest, American meal he could find. He was in heaven! :)

Blueberry and Blackberry Picking

It's berry time!
Busted!

Lots to pick from

Me helping too! But it was HOT!!! So after about 30 minutes I sat in the shade and sipped water. Robert kept on picking berries as our bucket wasn't even 1/2 full. Needless to say, we came home with a new appreciation for high cost of berries at the grocery store.

Update on the Friedmans:

We're in the process of buying a home 2 miles from where my big brother and his family live. We are hoping to close by the end of the month! Meanwhile, every weekend we're out looking for appliances, furniture, home decorations etc., so once we do get into the house we'll have a bed to actually sleep in. :)

Robert is training for a body building competition that will take place in 3 weeks. His 5am runs, followed by a day of work, and then lifting at the gym, and helping his pregnant wife are really paying off. I'm just amazed at the discipline he has. He really looks amazing!
I'm planning on working up until Layla Jane comes or when my mom gets here in November. We're super excited for Layla Jane to arrive. She's moving around all the time and my belly is getting bigger and bigger.