Emery is two months and a wonderful two months it has been. She is smiling and cooing, especially when we lay her down to change her diapers. We are gearing up for our holiday festivities. I have no doubt this will be our best holiday season!

Last Sunday we took a family walk down to the neighborhood park. We put down a blanket and enjoyed the beautiful day. The dogs were so excited to finally get some attention and play ball at the park. I attempted to run and kick the soccer ball with Frank... ouch! Things didn't quite feel like they used to but I will get there:) Emery had fun looking up at the blue sky and the trees and green grass surrounding her. It was one of those days where I just laid back, looked at my family and my world and thought how did I get so lucky and blessed!

All hail the ruler of all babies! Just having fun with some of our accessories!

Look how big and beautiful I am! I am not quite 2 months and I have already grown so much. Mommy and I have so much fun spending our days reading books, playing with toys, singing songs and visiting friends.

Last weekend Mommy, Daddy and I went to buy my very first Christmas tree. I had so much fun decorating the tree and watching the pretty lights. I even have my own ornament, a sweet pea in the pod:)

I can't wait to celebrate Christmas with all my family, especially my cousin Liam who comes to town next week!

Happy Holidays!! Well, we enjoyed our first holiday with beautiful Emery. Emery enjoyed rushing around celebrating FOUR Thanksgiving meals:) When we gave thanks for our blessings Emery was on the very top of the list. Emery enjoyed spending time with all her family and wished she could eat some of the yummy food. Emery makes everything in life better, especially the holiday season. Now we are preparing for the busy Christmas season and can't wait to celebrate our first Christmas as a family.

I'm one month old!

I'm 3 weeks!

So a little late on the update but Emery is now 2 weeks and 5 days old! I feel like she is already changing and growing so much, which is exciting but it also makes you treasure each day and each look. I love being home with her during the day and dressing her up in cute outfits. We enjoy our walks and of course sleeping. We make a couple trips to Georgetown to have lunch with Daddy and Emery needs to show off to all of Frank's coworkers. Frank misses her during the day and his coworkers tell me that Emery is all he talks about from the moment he enters the office:)

Emery had her first bath today and she loved it. She just sat back and relaxed in the warm water. She did not like the cool air on the way out but we were quick to wrap her up in her pooh bear towel.

I continue to put the huge bows and flowers on her head because she is too young to tell me no, so I have to take advantage of this time:) She smiles and laughs in her sleep and we hope she is dreaming of Mommy and Daddy.

Emery is now 8 days old! Frank and I still float around the house on cloud 9, enjoying every time we get to hold our sweet daughter. She is the best cuddler in the world. Our first week has been great. She went on her first walk at 2 days old and fell asleep in about 30 seconds of being in the stroller. Emery brought the beautiful weather with her, so we have been able to enjoy our walks outside. Sleeping is hit or miss. During the day we could be having a party inside and she would remain fast asleep. At night for some reason she is ready to party and doesn't want to leave our arms. We thank everyone for the love and support. My mom has been a saint, coming to the house each day to cook, clean and do anything to help us out. We feel truly blessed.

Emery on her first walk outside at 2 days old. She fell asleep in about 30 seconds of being in the stroller:)

Emery Elizabeth Bustos has arrived! Only one week and six days late:) Beautiful Emery came into our arms on 10/20/2009 at 5:24 am. Weighing in at a whopping 9 lbs and 1.1 ounces, 20.5 inches. She looks just like Daddy but people say with Mommy's nose and chin. She has a full head of dark brown hair, deep grey eyes (with a tint of blue Daddy says), and one dimple has been spotted on the left cheek:) She is the love of our life and we couldn't be any happier than we are right now.

So we are now about 6 days past our due date and I am trying to stay relaxed.  Frank and I are both getting very anxious to meet our daughter.  I stopped working this week, which is very nice to relax and take things easy but I also am ready to have my baby in my arms:)  We don't plan on going past 42 weeks, so that means induction next week.  Frank and I are positive and hopeful that she will decide to come on her own in the next few days.  We are trying all the tricks that we know of to help initiate labor but she seems to be pretty comfortable where she is.  All your thoughts and prayers are appreciated and we will keep you posted.  

Due date in just 4 DAYS!!!  Frank and I are amazed that it is just a matter of days before our due date.  Our daughter could be arriving any day now.  That being said, my Mom did have me over 2 weeks late and my sister had my nephew 2 weeks late, so we will see.  I hope I break family tradition and have her before 42 weeks:)  I am doing well.  Definitely more uncomfortable and very slow to move, like a turtle really.  I am still working, which I know some people think is crazy but I don't know what I would do to keep myself busy right now if I was at home.  I would just sit around obsessing about her arrival.  I think we are as prepared and ready as we can be but I am sure we have forgotten something.  Sorry I have to say this.  I know lots of you plan on visiting when Baby Bustos arrives.  Frank and I request that if you are even slightly under the weather that you wait until you are feeling 100% before visiting.  We just can't chance it with flu season being out of control and having a newborn.  Thanks for your consideration.  Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers.  We will keep you updated as things progress.

Well, we are now at 36 weeks! I feel like time has flown by but it is definitely slowing down these last few weeks.  I really have loved being pregnant but I am also anxious to meet our daughter.  My energy has definitely dropped off and little tasks seem to be too exhausting.  Frank is being a great help and has taken over most 0f the tasks around the house.  We took some pictures at the house with our tripod, just couldn't justify spending the money on professional.  They came out pretty good for amateurs playing photographers and trying to pose:)  Wish us blessings for our last 4 weeks, that is if she is on time!