Leah's Birth

Our little girl has arrived! Leah Marie was born on Tuesday, February 26th at 5:07am. The labor and delivery went fast and there were no complications, praise the Lord. Leah is healthy and beautiful! Shortly after her birth we were visited by my parents, Brian's mom, and big brother Jadon. We brought our little girl home the next afternoon and she is eating and sleeping well. Jadon is very interested in her and is sweet and gentle with her so far. We are so thankful for our children!

Showered

On February 9, the ladies from my church gave me a baby girl shower. It was a huge blessing! Several of my friends attended, including Krista and Anita, my 2 closest friends here in Sterling, as well as Sarah, Julie, and Charity, several of my dearest friends. It was the most fun I've ever had at a shower. We played a hilarious balloon game and I haven't laughed that hard in a long time. I received lots of adorable things and I'm so grateful! I also included a couple pictures of Jadon, the big brother to be. 2 1/2 weeks to go!

Time with Friends

In January we got to see a lot of our friends. I went to Becki Lovelady's baby shower. She is due 1 week before me. Krista and I took Jadon and Brecken to McDonalds for a playdate. On Jan. 19 I had a reunion of Augustana friends and their kids. 4 out of 5 of us are pregnant right now. I am due Feb. 27; Wendy is due Apr. 19; Kim is due May 25; Libby is due June 8. We are multiplying! Recently we went to Galena to surprise Charity for her birthday. We got to catch up with the Flemings. Travis replaced Brian as pastor of Calvary out in MA, but they are now living in the Chicago area. Also we got to meet some of Jeff and Charity's new friends. It was a fun month!