3 weeks old!

Well, Miss Electa, you're three weeks old. I can't believe how much you've grown. You're getting bigger, taller, and are starting to actually fit in your newborn clothes. You're a pretty good baby, although, I could use a little more sleep. Maybe tonight. You are starting to make these very cute faces. You have the pouty face when you begin to cry and you smile in your sleep. I love watching you explore and grow!

Owen, I can't believe how much of a help you are. I can't change your little sisters diaper without your help. You are an amazing big brother. Already protective. We dropped her off at a baby sitter for an hour, and when we got back in the car you were afraid I would just leave her there. It was kind of cute that you were crying when we drove off. I'm proud of you little boy.

Mommy

To Owen

Owen-

I just want you to know how much I love you. You've been such a good little boy, and such a wonderful big brother. I must admit I was worried how you would react to having a baby in the house, but you've been wonderful. Thanks so much for being a great brother, for helping mommy out, and for being patient with mommy. Sorry mommy has been grouchy some times and not patient with you. I hope you can forgive me. Thank you, thank you for being a good Big Brother. I love you!

Mommy

Tuesdays with Electa

My mom gave me this idea of taking a picture every week of my little girl for a year and seeing how she grows. I thought it sounded like a pretty good idea, so I'm going to put them on my blog and then make a book out of them when I've done the whole year.

Tuesday April 7, 2009-

The day you were born. I'm so lucky to have you! It was a wonderful day, and you are so beautiful!

April 14, 2009

I can't believe how much you've changed in a week. You are starting to focus and you just love being held. You now have to snuggle with mommy every night to go to sleep. I have a feeling that it won't last very long, so I'm trying to enjoy every moment.

April 21, 2009

You just keep growing. Today you finally made it back to your birth weight. You are awake much more. It is so fun to watch you look around and explore your world. I also love watching you respond to my voice. Its nice to know you know who I am.

Here She Is!

Well, here she is. We're excited to announce the birth of our daughter Electa Kate Pierson

born April 7, 2009 at 11:20am. She weighed in at 7lbs 4oz and 20 inches long. She's beautiful and luckily it was a short, but very painful labor! 2 1/2 hours. Thanks to all those that sent flowers and cards. It is definatly nice to have all of the support from family and friends!

Almost Done!

Well, I'm so excited. I went to the doctor today and officially set up an appointment date for induction. It will happen on April 7th, unless for some odd reason they run out of beds at the hospital. I'm so excited. One week and one day! I was so worried that they wouldn't induce me because I wasn't dialated, but I got the great news today that I could be. Hallelujah! I think I'm pretty much ready. I have a few projects I want to finish, but they are all little things that can be done in an hour or two. Can't wait!

Mike's happy day!

Well, Michael turned 30 this last Sunday, and it was a pretty good day. We got up early to go to Stake Conference. On the way back our car broke down. But through a lot of prayer and faith we made it home safe. Owen was such a good boy though. He tried to say happy birthday, but all that came out was Happy day. When Michael opened his present he said Happy day. Then, when I sang happy birthday, Owen sang happy day. It was pretty cute. Owen liked helping daddy blow out the candles on his cake, and he especially loved helping daddy eat it. Just yesterday he had a piece of happy day cake, and when he saw the wrapping paper in the garbage he had to bring it to me and say happy day. It was pretty cute. Anyway, Thanks to all of you who called to wish him a happy birthday and sent cards. Its sure nice to have such great family and friends!

Time for a Haircut

Well, I did it. After almost 2 years of growing out my hair, I cut it! I like it! What do you all think?