Weekly Snapshot

Don’t forget to vote for my DRESS!! (PLEASE) - in the right hand column

This week I feel like the luckiest girl; two healthy, amazing kids and an awesome husband. He has gone above and beyond this week – showing his appreciation for my many wakeful nights! I got to see New Moon with my sister, came home to dinner and a rose , AND got breakfast in bed the next morning! I know – I have been amazed too! Thanks honey, I love you!

The fun never ends with this little (or should I say big) guy!

Adelyn has had many visitors. Grandpa Stacey and Aunt Catherine came up for a day from colorado just to see her. A big thanks to my Grandma Smoot who came and watched her while mommy and Braden had a much needed outing, the Wilde family came to say hello, and Aunt Maria came to stay with us for a day! It has been way fun!



I did have one day this week where I wanted to quit. Braden got poo on the furniture (sorry for the potty talk) yelled "no" to my face many times (where has my sweet boy gone?) and Adelyn scrame the whole day. That seriously was only the beginning! But with the amazing support of my husband, I got a break that night, came home to a clean kitchen and went to bed early. I felt like a new person the next day! Thanks honey - it meant a lot!

Adelyn got thrush - no fun for me!


I had a fun, very short, get-away with a friend for a quick stop to the outlets! Nothing like shopping to brighten a day! It was a blast!

Quote of the week: "That idea mom?" Braden loves to give me his 'plan' and then ask me if it's a good idea.

We went back to play group for the first time. I am totally paranoid of germs, but CAN'T stay in much longer! We are all stir crazy. Braden was SOOO excited to show his friends his baby sister - it was adorable! I had to lift the blanket off of the car seat for everyone to see! :)

We had a local neighborhood boutique were we sold homemade items. Even though I am completely sleep deprived and don't have time, I couldn't pass it up. So I sold some fun Christmas baby dresses. It was a blast! I forgot to take pics - but they will be in my esty shop soon!

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

To my amazement - I am in the TOP 15 of the dress design contest! If I win, they actually will create the dress for their spring line!!! But only one wins and Its all up to YOU to vote for my design!!!
I'm not going to beg or anything.......
but PLEEEEEEEEEEEEASE go HERE and vote! (Its number 13!) Go to the comments section and put number 13 in the comments!!!!

Dress design for Shabby Apple Dresses

One of my FAV companies Shabby Apple is having an awesome design contest for Shabby Apple Dresses. I just couldn't pass this up, Its too much fun! (And don't worry, these were done before baby came)

Which one do you like?

Its all about DETAILS! I love small things that provide a big bang!

I LOVE Ruffles, they are so fun and flirty. Here's my inspiration:

The First one is all on the A-line, meaning the ruffles and neck line are off center. There is also a little ruffle on the sleeve. I LOVE the waist, with the small detail of buttons. I think this is cute in the plum color and would do this in a lightweight cotton.

The second one, is fun and flirty! Lots of fun ruffles down the skirt and a little at the neckline and sleeve. There is also a higher waist that provides a "belted" look without the belt,(but a belt could be added if desired. I love the fun bright colors for spring. This would be cute in this tangerine color or a light plum. I would definitely do this in a lightweight knit fabric, to provide some great movement!

I also love ruching - its so fun to play with and can be flattering on anyone! Here's my inspiration:

I would love this third one in a lightweight knit and love this blue color. Making it flattering and somewhat loose, not too tight. The waistband is slightly angled and would be a great waist thinner! :) The gathers go all the way up the dress - they are also A-symmetrical.

The last one has a gathered piece for the sleeves and waistband (great looking on anyone!) and has a small off center ruching at the hem! Which creates a creative accent at the bottom of the dress. This would be a fun spring dress in a knit and I love this bubblegum pink!

Happy Halloween - from our Fire Crew!

ya - we were totally lame this year - didn't dress up! :)

The fun has just begun...

This is what I found after my shower this morning. :)

So in Love

As for us - we are quickly remembering what its like to be totally sleep deprived. We pray the four hour stretch comes soon! :) But we are so in love with this little angel.

The big brother

So I am way impressed by how well Braden is doing with his new little sister! He loves to hold her and has only shown small amounts of jealousy when he doesn't get daddy's attention. But he is a great little boy! We have kept him very busy this
week...
Real life sets in today - hopefully we make it :)

BYU game with Daddy and Grandpa and Grandma



He experienced his first snow storm!!


Pumpkin farm with Aunt Jenn and Grandma

Baby Adelyn

She's HERE!! Only one week early! Yay!
Adelyn Stacey Martin

Born Oct. 15, 2009
6 lbs. 2 oz.


So here's the scoop (for all those that care - otherwise please dis-regard!)
Wed. night I was feeling contractions, but because I never actually "went" into labor with Braden, I didn't know what to expect. I woke up Greg at 3 and told him, I was getting worried - like I needed to get showered and do my hair. :) I wasn't in any pain though, so he told me to go back to bed. ( He told me later he was way tired from call and didn't want to get up! such a rough life. :)) So I rolled over and they got less and less.
The next morning was my Doctor appt. I knew something was going on, so we did load the car with all of our stuff. At the appt. she told me I was a 5 and was worried by the fact that I lived 25 minutes away. It really scared me. But none the less, I wasn't having active contractions, so we drove home (we also had Braden with us, so we had to go back). After a quick stop at the mechanics to drop Greg's car off (I'm always trying to multi-task. :)) I knew we should probably turn around. So my sweet friend and Aunt helped with babysitting for Braden and away we went. I got to the hospital at 12:45. I was still a 5, and felt like maybe I should have stayed home! So my doctor broke my water, and an hour later I decided to get the epidural, it was getting uncomfortable. And about an hour after that, I was still a 5! WHAT? So Greg went out in the hall to call people, the nurse came in worried about the babies heart rate. After 20 or so minutes, the nurse ran out to get the doctor and I was told it was time! Crazy! Thankfully Greg came in right then, and within 12 minutes we had a baby! So much better than the first time! It was so much better to go through labor with a healthy baby as the end result! I think we have appreciated it so much more!

There are no words to describe how amazing it is to bring a little angel into the world. We are both so happy to finally meet her and cannot wait to get to know her! Even though we call Pregnancy an 'infection' in our house, it is an amazing blessing. (remind me of that next time :))
We love you baby Adelyn! (ya - didn't decide on the name until this morning!!)

A Boy Project ... Finally!

Little Boy's Tie! So cute, easy, and fun!! The best part is, is that its all hand sewing and really pretty simple! You can see the instructions HERE. (sorry I fixed the Link - hope it works now)

I would just make the middle part slightly thinner than the pattern. Good Luck and enjoy!

ps- all you bloggers out there - does anyone know why my pictures turn out slightly blurry or pixelated? they are crystal clear on my computer until I upload and post?? Why is that?? Any suggestions??

Still in the Oven :)

So we are surprised and excited to announce - She is still in there!!! I am now 38 weeks, almost 3 weeks past when Braden came! I am way excited to have a bigger baby this time. So we are just waiting patiently... oh and Still no name!

Can't believe I'm posting this - but here we go - 37 1/2 weeks
(I always have to crop my face out - I cannot keep a normal face in these pics!)


Here is our attempt at the only "before baby" family picture. Not very good, but oh well. :)