so much for updating!

Eventually I WILL update this thing regularly.

Maybe. ;)

So Stephen turns two on Sunday. Cue the waterworks! I looked at him the other day and realized, he is no longer my baby, he's a BOY. Thank goodness I have Audrey, otherwise I'd be dying of baby fever.

Stephen is learning so quickly though. He loves for us to tell him what things are and he loves to show you things he's learned. When I get him out of bed on Saturday mornings, he always shows me where the window is, where his baby picture is, etc.

He's also ridiculously obsessed with the following:

-ketchup
-washing machines (which he called "wabu he")
-seatbelts
-hangers

I have no idea why! Something about them fascinates him. It provides a lot of material to embarrass him with in front of future girlfriends. ;)

Audrey is now six months.....she's rolling over well, eating well, *almost* sitting up and I think she wants to crawl because she is one active, busy little girl. I'm not ready for that either. Didn't I just have her?!?!

She's gorgeous though...her eyes have changed color so I'm not quite sure what they are exactly-kinda greenish/bluish/gray. They're beautiful whatever they are! And she has the best smile-both my kids do. They're both such happy children, I couldn't have asked for better kids.

James is doing well. He's going to start working for Mother Teresa's (an Italian restaurant here in town) soon so we're looking forward to that. We've also started going to a new church that some friends of ours go to and we LOVE it. It's exactly what we've been looking for and we're both so excited to start serving in it.

Life is good! Now if I could somehow move my job closer to my house, everything would be perfect! ;)

oops

So much for me keeping up with this thing. ;)

UPDATES!

James-working part-time at the bakery in Wal-Mart and it's working out very well. My parents or his parents watch the kids on days he has to work and we get a bit of extra money. Can't complain!

Me-driving to Houston is not fun. But I love my job, even though I'm not getting my raise and we had to lay off three people in my office. :( BUT I'm going to look into getting my teaching certification. This economy has me scared I might be next on the chopping block and it'd be nice to have something to fall back on.

Stephen-this kid is hilarious. He's learning so much every day. But he's discovered how to climb, which is NOT so fun. He's also accident prone-I'm going to wrap him in bubble wrap. He's such a sweetheart though and loves to make us laugh. His favorite things at the moment:

Cars/trucks
Ketchup
Balls
Goldfish
the computer mouse
the dog leash at my parents
his baby sister :)

Audrey-She's 3 1/2 months now and CHUNKY. Girl has got some thighs, that's for sure. Still a little mini-me. She's discovered her feet and is talking up a storm. She's such a beautiful little girl!

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!!

Welcome Jackson Wyatt Cravey!!

http://casacravey.com/

My best friend Erin had her baby boy last night! 8lbs, 6 oz, 21.5 inches long with cute peach fuzz for hair. :) I can't wait for him and baby Riggs #2 to become best friends!

bye-bye Houston!

Well, today is our last full day in the apartment! James and his dad will be moving everything out today while I'm at work and we'll hopefully be spending the night in our house tonight! Closing went well (one minor snag with the plumber but it's fixed now) and we are definitely ready to get settled in.

My work is throwing a baby shower for me today, which is wonderful, as we really have not gotten ANYTHING for this baby. I feel so bad! By this time with Stephen, I had the room completely set up, clothes washed and put away and hospital bag packed. Not so this time!

James *might* have found a job so everyone keep your fingers crossed! There's a new Mediterranean style restaurant opening up in Angleton and he went and talked with the chef yesterday. The chef seemed really interested in James and said he was by far, the best guy he'd interviewed yet (and he's interviewed a lot!). The job sounds perfect for James and we're both really excited about it.

Stephen's been spending the day with my parents while we get everything moved. He's been having fun playing in the backyard so we're happy we finally have a place at the house for him to run around. :)

That's about it! No pictures this time, as I have no idea where the camera is even packed. :)

First post!

I decided that since we'll be moving away from so many friends and our family is spread out, it would probably be a good idea to start a blog so you guys can keep up with us. :)

Quick update on all of us:

Me & James:

James is looking for a job in Lake Jackson, as we're supposed to close on our house early next week and be out of the apartment by the 22nd. I've got 3 more weeks till the c-section and am very ready!!

Stephen:

Just hit 17 months and is growing like a weed! Not really talking but he does understand us and is quickly learning body parts (the belly button is his favorite and he'll gladly show it off to anyone who asks!). It feels like he's been teething nonstop since he hit 14 months so we'll definitely be glad when it's all over (or at least slows down). He's still an easygoing little guy and such a sweetie.

Baby #2:

Still due on December 2nd (by scheduled c-section). Had my 36 week appointment today and so far, hasn't dropped and not dilated at all! I'm surprised as I'm so insanely uncomfortable, I was sure something had to have happened. Looks like baby will stay in till the 2nd though, which really is better for us all, what with the move and Thanksgiving.

I promise to try and keep this thing updated with posts and pictures! For now, I'll leave you with some Halloween pictures of Stephen (always best to end on a high note). :)

Our little bat!

He definitely had fun on Halloween. :)