Peace and Quiet

My boys are sleeping right now. It is amazing how quickly the house is put in order once I have no distractions. Praise God for naps, and for the little boys that wake up needing their mommy!

Ezra's first haircut

The after picture
The before picture

Ezra received his first hair cut yesterday. I was so nervous to cut it, but it turned out so well! He looks so grown up! I saved a lock of hair- it doesn't look quite as red when it is short.

Labor info...

Look at Asher's face!

We are doing very well. Each day is an adventure- learning more about Asher (he is a great, very content baby) and how life works with two. Ezra is adjusting well. He is very affectionate to Asher.

Some details about Asher's birth...I woke Delton up early Sunday morning to fill Ezra's humidifier. Delton couldn't get back to sleep, so he went downstairs to read (this never happens!). I discovered he wasn't in bed a little while later. I was having trouble sleeping due to a dull pain in my stomach (!!!), so I joined him downstairs around 3:30 a.m. I had stomach pain the week before due to something I ate, so I didn't think much about my stomach pain- until around 4:30 a.m., when I realized that the pain came and went, and came and went. We started timing contractions, and called the doctor around 5:30 a.m. We felt a little silly, as I was 19 days early. But I was having strong contractions, and it seemed like my water may have broken. Mom and dad Lehman came a little before 6 to watch Ezra, and we headed off to the hospital, very aware that we may be sent home. But- we were in labor! When my sister found out we were headed to the hospital, she decided to come. It was wonderful to have her here for the delivery. Asher was born at 2:48 p.m. I had an epidural this time- and I highly recommend them!! It changed my labor. I enjoyed it, and knew when to push, unlike last time. Asher was perfect- no complications due to his early arrival. I had felt that he would come early- 19 days exceeded my expectations. By the way, Asher was due today!

Enjoying Asher

Random pic of Ezra wearing a Santa hat!

Here are some pics of our little guy...

Asher has arrived

I am typing this with one hand, holding Asher in my other. He arrived on Sunday- 6 lbs, 2 oz, 20 inches long. He was 19 days early, but is perfect! I will give more details and pictures in a little bit. We are so excited to finally hold our Asher Israel.

Letting Things Slide

Devouring a cupcake with chocolate icing- a great mid-afternoon snack (or was it mid-morning?)
Peeling an onion- happily, this kept him occupied for a long time as he walked around my kitchen, peeling away.

I was feeling very pregnant today...Ezra took advantage of that!

Enjoying the Weather

Ezra LOVES pens...he put a bunch in his pocket. I counted them later- 14 pens!
Ezra playing ball with Delton
Ezra on top of the world (ha ha!)

I am loving the spring weather. It gives me energy. Thankfully, I am feeling much better after nearly a week of sickness. Ezra has been sick since Friday- it seems like allergies. Pray that this is not the start of a lifelong condition! It is so hard to see him miserable, and to hear his congestion as he sleeps at night.

I have 30 days until my due date. I am feeling the fatigue of pregnancy. No matter how much I sleep, simply making supper can wipe me out! The baby has been moving- big movements, often pushing out from the right side of my belly. He is definately growing and taking up more space inside me.

I feel so ready for this baby. His clothes are ready, the car seat is ready, the house is clean...It is a good feeling to know that whenever he comes, I won't be scrambling to prepare. That is one good part of feeling like I was ready to go weeks ago- I got things ready! Of course, the house won't stay clean for 30 days....

Nearing the end, I think

I think the pregnancy is almost over- but, i felt that way at 12 weeks, as well. I feel like I could go into labor any moment, then realize that I still have a month and a half left. This has been the craziest pregnancy. Time has been so messed up, in that I keep thinking the end is nearer than it is. Anyway...one of these days, I will have this little guy. Sooner or later, the end will come. Until then, you'll probably get a few more blogs on this issue...

Getting ready...

Ezra checking out the baby's bassinet.
Delton "getting" Ezra!
Daddy and Ezra enjoying Ezra's new toddler bed- Ezra thinks it is great fun to jump on!
Grandma and Grandpa Lehman and Ezra enjoying the sonogram pictures of the baby.

I have 8 weeks left to go. I have baby on the brain, I guess. It doesn't help that I had three dr. appointments today. Yikes! We are excited about the arrival of #2. I had an ultrasound today and was able to see 4D pictures of our little one- he looks like Ezra! I don't think a photo of the sonogram picture will do it justice- you'll have to wait to see what he looks like in person!

I am looking forward to Easter. I have been reading the account of the crucifixion in the different gospels. I always appreciate Easter so much more when I take the time to contemplate what Christ really did for me. I don't think I will ever fully understand what the cross means for me. Easter is truly an awe-inspiring day of celebration. He is Risen!

Pregnancy and Ezra

My little monster!
"I know something you don't know, mommy..."

I am waiting for an electrician to come in the next few minutes, which is why I'm not taking a nap. Why?? Well, Ezra put a plastic piece in the baseboard heater in our bedroom. Because of the odor that was ocurring, Delton finally found the melted piece last night. Great. Problem solved, right? The melting must have effected the thermostat in the heater, because the heater has not stopped running (at full strength) since the piece was removed. We roasted last night, and the room feels like a sauna! The electrician just arrived and is upstairs installing a new thermostat (and hopefully not waking up Ezra, who is sleeping in the next room!!). He keeps me on my toes- well, I guess obviously I haven't been as observant as I could be!!

My pregnancy is going well. I am sooo ready to have a baby!! I have 11 weeks left. At times, that feels incredibly long. At other times, I marvel that I have already been pregnant for 29 weeks. Most of the time, however, 11 weeks seems like a marathon- one I haven't trained for, but have to finish!! I look forward to holding this new one, experiencing his personality, seeing who he resembles, and being able to freely use his name! I have most of the baby clothes organized and in the dresser. I forgot to tell Delton that I moved Ezra's clothes to make room for the baby clothes. The other evening, as Delton is dressing Ezra (in almost total darkness, as the lightbulb had burnt out earlier in the day), I find him searching through Ezra's usual clothes drawer, quite confused!! Nothing seemed to be the right size as he pawed through 0-3 month onesies and tiny outfits. :) It is exciting to have little baby clothes around once again. I know it will be hard, but I can't seem to think past all the joys of having another child.

Enjoy the pictures of Ezra- he looks like a child who just put a plastic piece in a heater, doesn't he!!

Georgia!

Delton and Ezra enjoying the view on our first day on the island.
Cameo and Ezra
Delton and I at the first banquet, honoring the top 5 salesman. Someday!!
Ezra, dad, and grandpa take a walk
Looking for dolphins!

We made it back from Georgia. We had a wonderful time at the Cen-Pe-Co Convention. We stayed at the King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island, right on the Atlantic. It was amazing. We felt so blessed to be there. My sister came with us to help with Ezra. She was such a blessing, and Ezra did so well with her. The weather was great- and I got to see dolphins! I'll post some pictures. It is good to be home!

Having Fun

Here's a couple pictures of the little man! He is doing well- climbing, jabbering, and making us fall in love with him more every day!