glimpse into the future perhaps?

Jackson Cravey (my friend Erin's little boy, who's 3 days older) and Audrey. When Erin's brother saw Audrey, he yelled "That's Audrey, Jackson's girlfriend!" You never know! ;)

Baby, Christmas, and a New Year!

So if you haven't heard by now...we had the baby! I know, I can't believe I forgot to update this thing but it's been insane here. Thank goodness the holidays are over.

Miss Audrey Renae Riggs, born November 28 at 1:38 pm. 8 lbs, 1.5 oz, 20 3/4 inches long.

She was definitely a surprise, as I spent Thanksgiving with no indications I was about to go into labor. Water broke at 2:15 that morning and I got to have her via VBAC (vaginal birth after cesearean) since my labor was progressing so well.

She's now 5 weeks old today and is such a wonderful baby. She nurses like a champ and sleeps anywhere from 2 1/2-4 hours at night. Stephen loves her and constantly pats on her on the head or lays his head on her and goes "Awww". He's a great big brother.

Speaking of Stephen...I think we need a bigger house for all his toys. That kid made out like a bandit on Christmas. If you could've seen what all my parents brought over that morning, you would've thought he was number one on Santa's list. His favorite toys are two (insanely loud) monster trucks, courtesy of Aunt Pete and Uncle Cliff and my parents. Cotten-Eyed Joe is now permantely stuck on repeat in our house. :)

On the house front, we've gotten almost everything unpacked. Pictures and curtains still need to be hung but at least it looks like a house.

I have one more week before heading back to work. While I like my job, I'm definitely not ready to leave my kids yet. It's been so nice being home.

Hope everyone had a happy new year!!