Halloween 09

So the girls dressed up as pirates this year..Riley was the Captain and Eva was her ship mate..but she looks a little more like a gangster in some pictures...my poor love...we'll dress her up really girlie next year :)

We took them out trick or treating with Grandma and Grandpa Jensen. We only made it to three houses..at the last one a tall, big man answered the door and riley quickly turned around so not to see him..we tried to have her turn and face him and say "trick or treat", but she wouldnt budge. she was soo scared, so we decided that would be the last house. she was ready to go home..it was short, but fun..and now mom and dad are enjoying all the sweet treats she got :) she's too young for candy.lol..

"I not seepy!"

Last night James, Riley, and I were up watching tv in the living room. It was around 8:30 ish, and riley was getting pretty squirmy. She starts saying "I not seepy" (sleepy). So i ask her if she wants to go to bed up stairs with Ena (aka Eva), and she says no. So i have her lay down on the couch, and again "I not seepy". she moves around all over, Lays on me, gets a drink, lays on the couch, all the while saying "i not seepy." Til finally, she lays on the floor, closes her eyes and says it one more time "I not seepy", and she falls fast asleep...lol..it was too funny. she was so determined to stay awake.

Family Vacation!

We took our first family vacation with little Eva a few weeks ago. We drove up the coast to Hearst Castle and took the tour. Then kept going north to our campsite at Big Sir. We recommend this campsite to anyone, it's beautiful with all the redwood trees and right on the coast and large sites. Weather was great too. Next day we got back in the car again and made it all the way up to San Fransisco. Checked out Pier 39, Ghiridelli square, Fisherman's Wharf... pretty cool, it was a short visit though we drove back down same day for another night of camping. Finally made the long trek home next day. It was a LOT of driving for the girls but we survived. It's fun to get away even for a short time.

Eva 4 months

Well, technically, she'll be five months next week. Im horrible at keeping up our blog.

Evas is growing so fast, and I'm trying to enjoy every minute i have with her as a baby. I feel like I missed out on Riley, worrying too much and getting easily fruastrated as a new mom. I learned my lesson and am not taking Eva for granted.

Eva is such a happy baby. In the morning I'll find her laying in her crib quietly, just looking at her toys. When she see's me her whole face lights up and she gets the sweetest smile, I love it! She absolutely loves her big sister Riley. She'll laugh and coo when she sees' riley jumping up and down or running around going crazy (that girls a firecracker). Riley gets a kick out of it too. Its the best to see them both interact together..they're going to be the best of friends.

Just out of the shower.

I love that face!

Watching the game with dad.

Our little Princess :)

Hanging out before church wearing the sweater that Auntie Laura made.

Visiting with Great Grandma Green.

Little Eva's baby blessing

Our sweet little Eva was blessed yesterday, and it was wonderful. the spirit was so strong, i couldnt help but shed a tear. I love the little family that i have and cant imagine a more perfect world. Its ridiculous how one thing can change your life completely. If you would have asked me five years ago where i would be now, it sure as heck would not have been blessing my second baby in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Iwould probably say" um... in school or working or something, i dont know." I was sooooo lost. seriously. I had no goals, nothing to look forward to. Its sad really, to not have anything to set your mind on. To not have an idea of what you want in life. That was me. But now, I have everything i couldnt even dream of. i have everything because i was baptized. Life couldnt be any sweeter. I love the gospel, i love the church, and i love my family! Blessing Eva yesterday was a spiritual high i needed, and hadn't had in a long time. Thank you to everyone who came and supported us. We love you all too much.

Evas' Blessing

We'll be blessing Eva Sunday July 26 at 11:00am, here in Lake Elsinore (the Dexter Building). Everyone is invited to come. we'll follow with a luncheon at our house. See you there :)

1 month

Holy cow! I cant believe its already been one whole month since little Eva was born. We are just absolutely loving her. Yes, its hard, and im always complaining, but its soo much fun to have a new baby in the house. We waited so long to have her and now shes here and growing so fast. Last Drs. visit she weighed 9lbs. 14 oz. so she is right on track. She is a little colicy, but its nothing the good ol binky cant take care of. That thing is a life saver! Our nights are getting better, sorta. She sleeps for a good 4-6 hours, but she wont go to bed til midnite. Papa's been taking that shift (thanks dad). So we're getting some rest.

Riley LOVES her little sister! A little too much if you ask me. She's like Elmyra from Animaniacs, she wants to hug her, and kiss her, and squish her at the same time. With all the love, theres also a tinge of jeolousy. Every day i have to keep a close eye on her because she'll smack her in the head or squash her. Today she tried to step on her. Oh my children. I've had to send her to her room a few times for not being nice to little sister. She cries, but i think she's learning.

Its been pretty crazy around here, but im enjoying it. Its definately not easy being a parent, but its the most rewarding job ever. You just have to take it one day at a time.

Eva

Just a couple more pictures of our newest addition.

Eva Update

Just a little update on little Miss Eva. She is doing great. She's gained a pound and a half now weighing 8.5lbs. her jaundice is completely gone and doesnt look yellow anymore. her tear ducts are a little plugged so she has a little eye infection, but its getting better. She doesnt know how to latch on yet and we've talked to over three lactation consultant, all saying just wait, so we are
:( In the meantime, mommy is taking a beating but hanging on like a trooper. Evas had a bit of diahrea but is getting better, her little toosh is healing, and shes not as colicy anymore ( a few nights ago it was really bad). Over all, shes doing great. we've had a few bumps in the road but we've managed to get through.
A big thank you to grandmas' and everyone who has been able to help out with dinner and playdates for Riley. Its really been a blessing to have so many people around to help out. We love you guys!

Welcome Home Eva!

She's here!!! Can you believe it. Eva Cecilia Green was born on May 21st at 2pm, 7lbs. 6 oz. and 19 inches long. She is a beautiful healthy baby girl and we are soo in love with her. She was born via c-section. We tried to have a normal delivery but she just wasnt progressing and it was getting pretty intense, so it was decided that a c-section would be the best thing to do. Our recovery has been a pretty rough one, but it has been well worth it! I absolutely love my sweet little girl. I feel like we are truely a family now. A family of four, with two beautiful girls and the most amazing and supportive husband in the world. The nurses were all so impressed with James and how helpful he was, and still is. I've been so blessed to have such a wonderful man in my life; he has given me the world.