month: 1

Well, our little peanut is officially 1 month old!! it's hard to believe, since we've really only had her home for 2 weeks - maybe that's why I'm not overly eager to part with her.  Dan asked if we should get a sitter and go out for Valentine's Day - to which I almost instantly said, I'm not ready...so we'll be spending the Holiday at home, the 3 of us :)

This week has been pretty crazy (hence the lack of updates here).  Adilyn seemed to take on a new schedule this week - wanting to eat roughly every 2 hours during the day - meaning that's about all I've spent my time doing...so I've been feeling the lack of sleep a little more this week...We're just SO thankful for all of the friends who have provided us with prepared meals these past couple of weeks - it has been a HUGE blessing to us - THANK YOU!

Yesterday, we ventured down to Rochester as a family for our first official 'road trip'. Unfortunately, the reason for our trip was not a joyous one - we attended the funeral of my best friend's Dad, Bryan Halling.  It was an incredible celebration of Bryan's life and all of the people he impacted throughout it.  I am inspired by my friend, Kristen's words of remembrance during the service -- no, it isn't fair that her father fought cancer for 3 years and died at the age of 57...but as she reminded us, we aren't promised a life without pain or hardships - and it really isn't fair that we ARE promised HOPE in the Gospel - and ultimately eternity in Heaven with our Lord and Savior.  I feel privileged to be surrounded by our friends and family - especially as we watch our daughter grow. 

I've been trying to do 'tummy time' with Adi for a few minutes each day - but she is NOT a fan.  She has been holding her head up briefly when we have her up on our shoulders - especially when she's really hungry :) but we can definitely tell that her neck is getting stronger!  It's pretty amazing to think of how much she's grown even over the past 30 days! 

We had another Dr. appointment yesterday and Adi weighed in at 5lbs 9oz!  She gained 21 ounces in the two weeks in between her appointments - so roughly 1 & 1/2 oz a day.  The Dr. also gave us the 'ok' to let her sleep for longer stretches at night, as long as she makes up for it by eating more during the day (which doesn't seem to be a problem).  So, here's to a little extra sleep in between feedings for me! :)