Life at home is....

Well, let's just say interesting. I never realized how hard it is adjusting to caring for a baby 24/7. It's not that they're all that hard... it's more the surge of emotions that have overwhelmed me and made me over-protective, nervous, and so incredibly in love with this little girl. Also, the sleep deprivation doesn't help :) I remember saying to a friend a few weeks ago, "I don't think I'll be one of those moms that can't listen to her baby cry. I've had tons of experience with crying babies and I really don't think it will bother me. I'll be able to put her down and let her cry it out." HA HA HA! Oh, how naive I was! The minute she makes a peep, I'm running over to make sure she isn't choking, throwing up, or hungry. And when she cries! Oh gosh, when she cries and I can't comfort her it tears my heart out. Who knew such a little person could affect me this much?! It's crazy and wonderful. Sometimes Cole and I just stare and her and tell her how cute she is. Of course, once she's old enough to understand us, we'll stop so we don't make her vain :) But for now it's so great to love on her. We can't thank God enough for giving us such a precious gift!

Here are some great pics Dana (known hereafter as Dee) took: