Adelaide Jane: 1 Month

Dearest Adelaide,

I can hardly believe you are one month old today. Ten months of pregnancy seemed to creep by, but now that you have arrived, it appears the days are flying by. You have already grown so much, not just in size but in personality too. Your dad & I are just amazed by you. Every part of you. From your little facial expressions to your stinky diapers to your coos and cries. We spend a lot of time holding you, kissing you, and starring at you.

You make the sweetest little face as you are falling asleep. You bat your precious eyes and smile a coy smile before dozing off. Then you snore like your Papa until you've peacefully gone to dreamland. When you wake up, you stretch, stretch, stretch which is beyond adorable. It *might* be our favorite thing to watch you do at the present.

I love your big blue eyes. I look forward to awake time to watch you gaze around at your surroundings. Pretty sure that you are going to be just as curious as your mommy ;) You move your arms and legs like a swimmer and you are strong, strong, strong. You grab for your bottle and paci all the time.

You are up to eating 3 1/2 ounces per feeding and you can't get enough. Not a fan of burping as that means no food for a moment. You are growing like a weed. For exercise (because we both need it), we enjoy daily walks around the neighborhood with big brother Beaumont. He likes to pull the stroller along actually. You love bath time a lot and its become part of our nightly routine. We get you fresh & clean then put your jammies on before dinner time. Daddy swaddles you before bedtime each night which you thoroughly enjoy. You are a good little sleeper and have been since week one. Your bedtime is between 10pm & 10:30pm and you sleep until 5:30am. I double love you for this. You sleep in your bassinet (which you are almost too tall for!) next to mommy & daddy's bed.

You had your first photo shoot at 8 days old and were a natural. You definitely have a career as a model or tennis player for sure. Your Papa is hoping that you'll be a lefty tennis star, but we're pretty sure you are a righty.

You've had so many firsts already in your short life including your first trip to Kentucky. Before the end of the year, you will have been on several trips which will make you a veteran traveler before 6 months of age. Load up those sky miles baby!

We can't wait to see what the next month brings! We love you so much Ms. Adelaide Jane!!

Love,
Mommy (and Daddy)

Snapshots on a Saturday

We had a fun-filled week for this these big girls.

Family bonding via pj days and a special date night to Burger Joint (apparently even at 3 weeks being with your parents is a snooze!)

Lots of daddy/daughter time which included morning snuggles & coffee, walks around the neighborhood, and watching sports on TV

Dad let me try out all sorts of new places in the house!

Sunday church service where Adelaide stayed awake the whole time and received a special blessing from Monsignor

Adelaide's crib finally arrived as did some special packages for her

We played with our friends Erin & Saylor who were visiting from Costa Rica

AND for the grand finale, Adelaide had her first plane ride yesterday to Kentucky where she got to meet her Papa, uncle Shane, uncle Peter, and cousins Bishop & Collins

Adelaide's Modeling Career

Little A kicked off her modeling career at 8 days old and she was a natural...well at first she was a bit of a diva but Roy, the photographer, doubled as the baby whisperer & fulfilled her requests so she could shine brightly.

You might remember Roy from our maternity shoot a few months ago. As always, his work was amazing and the pictures turned out unbelievable. Here are a few masterpieces that he crafted up...

To view the entire photo shoot, click here and use this passcode: WRTO612.

Copy Cat Closet: An Oversized Shirt

Linking up with Ma Nouvelle Mode for another great challenge this week. Ordinarily I don't care for over-sized clothes as I'm always a fan of form fitting attire. I feel like it fits my body better and is more flattering for me. However, Ryan bought me this sleek yet loose fitting shirt for Christmas a few years ago which I just love.

Two weekends ago we went on a *day* date to run errands before having dinner at Memphis Mae's and I sported my *peace sign* shirt. I generally pair it with my grey skinny jeans & heels (seen here) but opted for grey leggings and my cowgirl boots (another gift from Ryan).

Skirt: William Rast (old)

Leggings: Express (old)

Boots: Lucchese  (custom)



With a turquoise & silver antique watch (my Mama Comley's) and a cream bow for my hair, I kept my accessories simple. The skirt and the boots are enough of a statement for me ;)

If you are interested in linking up, be sure to visit Ma Nouvelle Mode and get style inspiration directly to your inbox! I can't wait to see what each new challenge brings for my inner fashionista because this new mommy needs all the style tips she can get!

Adelaide's Favorite Things

Who am I kidding...what I really mean is My Favorite Things For Adelaide To Be In So I Can Get Stuff Done

• Graco Pack n' Play Travel Play Yard with Cuddle Cove Rocking Seat: this bad boy has a changing station, a mini bassinet, and an area to play in once she becomes mobile. Genius. No surprise that it resides in our family room and gets used constantly. Thanks Sammy/Mimi!

• Nap Nanny Chill Portable Recliner: perfect for her mid-morning nap and anytime post-feeding since it is reclined. Adelaide spits up a bit so she likes to be elevated after her meals. Plus if she is snoozing in this, I can carry her into any part of the house without disturbing her. Her bff Tripp & his mom *Bond Girl* gave this to us and apparently Tripp loves his too :)

• Fisher Price Rock n' Play Sleeper: highly recommended by & a gift from Two Scoops for Me *mommy of twins*, this little device is used for bath time. For both Adelaide & myself. I lay her towel inside it then transport her from tub to sleeper and wrap her up for warmth. Then I can go about cleaning up the bath area while she stays snug. I also put her in this when she is awake in our bathroom while I shower. 

• Boppy Infant Feeding & Support Pillow: during mid-night feedings, this pillow is a lifesaver. My arms are beyond tired in the middle of the night so this helps me support her and then rock her back to sleep. Courtesy of Aunt J!

• Graco Avalon Glider/Ottoman: once again Sammy saves the day with this hidden gem that makes feeding in the middle of the night peaceful. Adelaide & I have come to love rocking her to sleep in the wee hours.

New moms, what are some of your favorite things?!