SLEEP.... what is that?

Sleep... I think I forgot how :) Little Link has decided he doesn't like to sleep. Any helpful hints to get the little guy to sleep better at night? He usually wakes up every 2 hours, if we could get that to every 4-5 that would be FANTASTIC :)

Well.. life has been super fun now that Linkin is here. I LOVE LOVE LOVE being able to spend so much time with my little man! I can't believe he is almost a month old. The idea of going back to work gives me anxiety but I am just going to enjoy every second I have with him now.

Little Link is getting so big. I can't believe how much he has changed in 3.5 weeks!! I just can't get enough of him :)

He is here!!!

Linkin Jeffrey Shaw

Born: July 3rd

2:49 pm

7lbs 13 Ounces

20" Long

JJ and I are so excited to welcome Linkin into the world. I am so happy to have him here safe and sound and I really can't believe he is finally here. I really thought the day would never come. JJ and I went to the hospital at 3:00 in the morning on the 2nd. I had been having contractions for days but they were finally consistent enough to go in. Well the great news was I was having contractions the only problem was I didn't want to dilate. The nurse had us walk the halls of the hospital for a while and when they checked me again they decided to send me home....DANG IT!

JJ and I walked in the house around 7:00 in the morning and crashed. I spend the rest of the day having the same contractions with no progression. I really though this little guy was never going to get here. Well..... at about 1:30 the morning of the 3rd my water broke! I whispered to JJ "Jage" and he jumped out of bed like the house was on fire. We packed the car up yet again and went on our way to the hospital.

For the most part my labor went very well. We had one scare with a 7 min. long contraction.... 7 min. ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!! Linkin's heart rate dropped dramatically and they gave me a shot to stop contractions all together. This made my whole body shake. It scared the crap out of JJ and I but after that things went smooth and at 2:49 pm we welcomed Linkin into the world. I though he was going to go home as a John Doe but we finally decided on a name as we were being released form the hospital on the 5th. Thats right, I got to bring my beautiful baby boy home on my Birthday day. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!!!

Being a home is the best thing in the world. Aside from the little guy refusing to breast feed we are doing great! He is the most perfect thing in the world and I can't imagine life without him. It has been so fun to see JJ be a dad. He is such an amazing person and I love him beyond words. Here are some pictures of the little guy.

My two boys in the hospital, GOSH I'M LUCKY!!

Day 7: I can't believe how much he has changed already.

HAPPY 4 YEARS!!!

It is hard to believe JJ and I have been married for 4 years. The last 4 years have been amazing and I am so blessed to have such a wonderful husband. He truly is my best friend and better half. I am so excited to take the next step in our lives by having a baby. Baby boy Shaw is due to arrive any second and I can't wait to see JJ as a dad. He is going to be such a wonderful dad and he already is an amazing husband.

So this one is to you babe!!! Thank you so much for all you do for me. May the next year be as happy as the previous 4, if that is even possible. You have made me the luckiest girl on earth and I love you SOOO MUCH!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!

Helicopters!

JJ has loved helicopters for as long as I can remember. Every time we see one in the sky we have to pull over to watch it, and every time we go anywhere we have to find the nearest small airport to watch. Well after months of considering it JJ has finally decided being a helicopter pilot is the path he wants to take. We have spent the last few weeks researching schools and have finally found the one that fits us best. This past weekend we had the opportunity to go to an Open House one of the schools was having and even I got to take a ride in one.

I am so glad JJ has decided to follow his dreams. I am so blessed to have such an amazing and talented husband and I am excited for the road ahead of us. It scares the crap out of me to think of JJ being in the air but I know how much he loves it and cant wait to see him do what he loves. I love you JJ so much, thank you for all you do for me. I am the luckest girl alive!!

Memorial Day Weekend!

We had so much fun over the weekend! We haven't been yp to the cabin in so long so we decided to head up there on Saturday morning. There is nothing like a get away to the cabin. It was so nice to spend a couple of days in the fresh air. It was needed by all. Aside from the rainy weather we had a blast. Its crazy to think that the next time we go up there JJ and I will have a little kid WHAT...?

JJ and I out for a ride! I'm not sure if the little one enjoyed it because he was kicking my rib the entire time.

Breakfast is by far my FAVORITE MEAL! I love breakfast at the cabin, Dad's famous waffles and Mom's Banana Foster Syrup...YUMMY!!

Here is Parker, McKenzie, Mckenna, and myself enjoying breakfast. Is it crazy how old Parker looks. Every time I go to my parents house I swear he has grown another 2 inches. He has the sweetest personality and I am so happy to have such an awesome family.

THE CRIB IS HERE!!!!

When JJ and I got home on Monday we went to pick up our baby furniture! It was so much fun to set up! Aside from a few little things here and there I think we are ready for the little guy to get here. Here are some pics!

Here I am at 34 weeks!

Sorry about the crappy picture, something is wrong with my camera. Thanks Jake for your help with bringing all the furniture upstairs after moving all weekend!

I could not believe how much crap was wrapped around two pieces of furniture...It was crazy!!

Now I just need something cute to go on the wall above his bed.

I love SPRING!!

Here are some picture of a BBQ we recently had at my parents house. I absolutely love this time of year. The weather is beautiful and it makes it really hard to go to work everyday because all I want to do is enjoy being outside.


Here is my handsome dad doing some cooking out back. My parents have the perfect backyard. I love going over for Sunday dinner and eating out on the deck.


JJ, McKenzie, and Payton white-trashin it!!! My dad put wheels on the extra seat from his work van so now all we have to do is wheel it out of the garage and we have the perfect seat to hang out on while dinner is being cooked!!


Here I am at 32 weeks. I need to take a picture of me standing up so you can really see how big the belly is getting. The little guy is moving around like crazy and I can't believe I am already at 33 weeks. 7 weeks left :) OH MY GOSH!!! JJ is so excited and it is by far my favorite thing in the world to see his reaction every time he feels the baby move. He is going to be the best dad!!


Little Madden Jack is the best baby! Lindsey sure lucked out with him. He has the sweetest personality I just hope he stays this way.


I also had the opportunity to do McKenzie's hair and Make-up for her school dance. It is crazy to me that she is this old. I swear it was just yesterday when I was getting ready for school dances and she was there on my bed watching. Hope everyone has a great week. I go to the Dr. today to see how the little guy is growing. As of my last appointment he was measureing 2 weeks bigger than his due date, maybe that means he will be coming early. I'll keep you posted. Luv you all!!

Happy Mothers Day!

First things first: HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all the moms out there!!
My mothers day was so great! JJ and I have had the hardest time picking out a crib for the little guys nursery so JJ decided to take care of it for me for Mothers Day! He is so sweet and came up with a lie saying he was going golfing with his brother Jake. Me being the brat that I am was a little frustrated because he had already spend all day Friday golfing so eventually he broke down and told me his little plan :) We both headed up to get the crib, so excited to get the nursery finally finished and ready to show our moms on Mothers Day! Well....we recieved the most devistating news ever. The crib we finally decided on has to be ordered in and it takes about 3 weeks to get here :( DANG IT!! JJ was so sad that is plan didn't work out but I am so happy to have the crib purchased and now all we have to do is set it up. Here is the one we decided on:

I love it!! Well I am now almost 32 weeks along and can't believe it. He is moving around like crazy and it really is an outter body experience to sit and watch a little arm go from one side of my tummy to the other :) By far my favorite thing is to see how excited JJ is. I can't wait to see him with our little guy. I took some pictures of my belly but of course I dont have them with me. I will post them soon. We still have not decided on a name yet. These are the three that are on our list but who knows i'm sure it will change.

FISHER: I Love this name SOOO SOOO much but I havent been able to sell JJ on it.
DAVIS
RYKER

I dont think we will decide until we are forced to at the hospital. Well I hope everyone has a fantastic week and I promise I will post pictures of my belly and nursery soon.