Tuesday, November 4, 2008
We'll Miss You, Judy
We just wanted to take a minute to say good-bye to our dear family friend Judy. She loved our babies and we were so glad she got to meet them and hold them before passing away earlier today. We love you, Judy and will miss you so much.
We've Been Busy!
First of all, I'm so sorry for the lack of posts. I went back to work full time and since then have had very little time to "play" on the computer. :o)
Ella and Blake are both doing wonderfully. As you can see from the new pictures, they are growing like weeds. Ella was weighed yesterday is now a whopping 14 lbs 13 oz. They didn't weigh Blake, but we suspect he's just about the same. He's definitely caught up to his sister. 3-6 month clothes just fit, but everything we're buying now is 6-9 months and they fit, too! Both Blake and Ella are eating food now and loving it (as you'll see in a few pics). We usually have a veggie and a fruit mid to late afternoon with some juice, and then some oatmeal at bedtime. The best part is both little ones SLEEP THROUGH THE NIGHT! They both go down around 8:00 every night, then Blake sleeps until 5ish and goes back down until 8ish and Ella sleeps right on through until 7:00 or 8:00 every morning. It's heavenly for Mom and Dad!
I started working about a month ago for Bentley High School as the librarian and I love it. I didn't intend on going back to work quite so full time, but the opportunity came along so I took it. I'm not sure how long I'll be there (the previous lady quit and they're still determining whether they'll fill it permanently or not because of budget issues), but until they decide what they're doing I'll be there. I hope it lasts until the end of the year because I'm really enjoying it a lot. I'm still coaching and loving it as always!
Brian is keeping busy with work and of course it's now hunting season so he take every opportunity he gets to go hunt. Unfortunately it's not quite as often as before, but he's still managing to get a fair amount of time in. He's already looking forward to the day he can take Blake with him. (Mom says Ella can't go!)
Drake is also doing well. He's getting a little annoyed with having to be quiet when the babies are asleep, but he too is looking forward to them growing up and being able to play!
I think that's all the updating I can think of for now. As you can see in the pictures, they're growing fast and getting more fun every single day.
Take Care!
Love,
The Bushey Clan
Ella and Blake are both doing wonderfully. As you can see from the new pictures, they are growing like weeds. Ella was weighed yesterday is now a whopping 14 lbs 13 oz. They didn't weigh Blake, but we suspect he's just about the same. He's definitely caught up to his sister. 3-6 month clothes just fit, but everything we're buying now is 6-9 months and they fit, too! Both Blake and Ella are eating food now and loving it (as you'll see in a few pics). We usually have a veggie and a fruit mid to late afternoon with some juice, and then some oatmeal at bedtime. The best part is both little ones SLEEP THROUGH THE NIGHT! They both go down around 8:00 every night, then Blake sleeps until 5ish and goes back down until 8ish and Ella sleeps right on through until 7:00 or 8:00 every morning. It's heavenly for Mom and Dad!
I started working about a month ago for Bentley High School as the librarian and I love it. I didn't intend on going back to work quite so full time, but the opportunity came along so I took it. I'm not sure how long I'll be there (the previous lady quit and they're still determining whether they'll fill it permanently or not because of budget issues), but until they decide what they're doing I'll be there. I hope it lasts until the end of the year because I'm really enjoying it a lot. I'm still coaching and loving it as always!
Brian is keeping busy with work and of course it's now hunting season so he take every opportunity he gets to go hunt. Unfortunately it's not quite as often as before, but he's still managing to get a fair amount of time in. He's already looking forward to the day he can take Blake with him. (Mom says Ella can't go!)
Drake is also doing well. He's getting a little annoyed with having to be quiet when the babies are asleep, but he too is looking forward to them growing up and being able to play!
I think that's all the updating I can think of for now. As you can see in the pictures, they're growing fast and getting more fun every single day.
Take Care!
Love,
The Bushey Clan
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Labor Day Weekend
We took our first swim! Well, kind of. Ella and Blake both tried out the water at Teema and Papa's cabin this past weekend. Ella wasn't so sure at first, but then seemed to enjoy it. Blake on the other hand wanted nothing to do with it and was perfectly happy to remain on the boat. Those gorgeous sunglasses you see in the pictures-they came from two of their favorite cousins in the whole wide world-Ben and Maggie. The swimsuits were from Teema. They got to go on their first real cruise of the lake and were very content while Daddy drove us around. I have a feeling this was the first of MANY MANY summers at the lake. Brian and I are so excited to next summer to be here so we can really enjoy playing in the water with the kids.
Wednesday was our first round of shots and needless to say they did NOT like them. They both weighed in at a whopping 12 lbs and Ella is 25 1/2 inches and Blake is 24 inches. They healthy and growing up to be big and strong.
I'll update again soon. Have a great weekend!
Love,
B, E, E, B & D
Wednesday was our first round of shots and needless to say they did NOT like them. They both weighed in at a whopping 12 lbs and Ella is 25 1/2 inches and Blake is 24 inches. They healthy and growing up to be big and strong.
I'll update again soon. Have a great weekend!
Love,
B, E, E, B & D
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Where Does the Time Go?
Hi Everyone!
I know it's been a while since I posted and put new pics on, but I'm finally getting to it. Did you realize your life becomes so much busier when you add two infants to the mix? Who'd have guessed? :o)
There are two new sets of pictures-one is all of the pictures from the month of August and the second is a few pictures from their baptism today.
The baptism went great and neither Ella nor Blake cried at all. Father Tom, however, was sure to point out Blake's double chin! You'd never know by looking at this boy that he only weighed under five pounds just two short months ago. We celebrated their baptism with a small brunch afterwords back at our house. Aunt Barb did some of the most delicious breakfast casseroles I've ever had! Thanks Aunt Barb-you rock! Also thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate and for the wonderful gifts. Ella got her first cross necklace from her Godfather, Ryan and Blake got his first Bible from his Godmother, Brynn. Godfather Bobby got them both beautiful picture frames (now Mom just has to develop some photos for them). Unci Ralphie did a fantastic job standing in for Ella's Godmother Sara who is in Montana with her husband who is in the military. We missed her SOOO much today and can't wait 'til she's home again!
Both babies are growing like weeds. It seems like everyday I put another outfit in the "too small" box. (We're saving our clothes for Auntie Latrice's baby boy, and Aunt Sara's future little one.) I'm not sure how much they weigh, but I'm guessing it's somewhere around 11 pounds or so. We have a doctor's appointment next week so we'll get the official verdict then.
Ella has been battling a case of baby acne/eczema on her poor little cheeks, but thanks to Teema's magic cure it's almost completely gone. (You may notice some gook on Ella's face in some of the tubby pictures--that's oatmeal--trust me, it works. That and a little vitamin E.) Other than that we swear she gets prettier and sweeter everyday. She looks just like a little doll. She has a very quiet demeanor and is usually quite content and peaceful. She LOVES to go for walks!
Blake, on the other hand, is our little Curious George. He's always looking and watching everything around him. He takes after his daddy and really enjoys watching TV. This Saturday morning he spent with his dad watching their first episode of College Game Day together. It was a very proud moment. Blake loves his Jumperoo and quite often tires himself out so much that he falls asleep mid-jump! :o) He's got so much personality and we love watching him grow. He does enjoy being held just a little too much, but I'm blaming that one on Great-grandpa Don who just can't seem to put him down.
Both of them are smiling and laughing (Blake a little more than Ella) and they love to be played with and tickled and all that fun stuff. They went to their first sporting event last week and had lots of fun watching the Flushing Boys Varsity Soccer Team and mommy's Freshman Cheer Team. They get plenty of lovin' from the cheerleaders and their parents. I can't wait to take them to their first football game in a couple of weeks! Afterall, we've got to train them early--Ella in cheerleading and Blake in football. Yes, we're dorks and already have their glamorous sports careers planned out.
That's about all I can think of right now. I'll try to get better at posting a little more often, but I'm not making any promises! Enjoy the pictures of our little angels!!
Love,
The Bushey Clan
P.S. A quick "WELCOME HOME" to my friend Melissa who's moving back to Michigan the beginning of September after being in Arizona for a few years. I've missed her and can't wait for her to meet the kiddos! We'll see you soon!
I know it's been a while since I posted and put new pics on, but I'm finally getting to it. Did you realize your life becomes so much busier when you add two infants to the mix? Who'd have guessed? :o)
There are two new sets of pictures-one is all of the pictures from the month of August and the second is a few pictures from their baptism today.
The baptism went great and neither Ella nor Blake cried at all. Father Tom, however, was sure to point out Blake's double chin! You'd never know by looking at this boy that he only weighed under five pounds just two short months ago. We celebrated their baptism with a small brunch afterwords back at our house. Aunt Barb did some of the most delicious breakfast casseroles I've ever had! Thanks Aunt Barb-you rock! Also thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate and for the wonderful gifts. Ella got her first cross necklace from her Godfather, Ryan and Blake got his first Bible from his Godmother, Brynn. Godfather Bobby got them both beautiful picture frames (now Mom just has to develop some photos for them). Unci Ralphie did a fantastic job standing in for Ella's Godmother Sara who is in Montana with her husband who is in the military. We missed her SOOO much today and can't wait 'til she's home again!
Both babies are growing like weeds. It seems like everyday I put another outfit in the "too small" box. (We're saving our clothes for Auntie Latrice's baby boy, and Aunt Sara's future little one.) I'm not sure how much they weigh, but I'm guessing it's somewhere around 11 pounds or so. We have a doctor's appointment next week so we'll get the official verdict then.
Ella has been battling a case of baby acne/eczema on her poor little cheeks, but thanks to Teema's magic cure it's almost completely gone. (You may notice some gook on Ella's face in some of the tubby pictures--that's oatmeal--trust me, it works. That and a little vitamin E.) Other than that we swear she gets prettier and sweeter everyday. She looks just like a little doll. She has a very quiet demeanor and is usually quite content and peaceful. She LOVES to go for walks!
Blake, on the other hand, is our little Curious George. He's always looking and watching everything around him. He takes after his daddy and really enjoys watching TV. This Saturday morning he spent with his dad watching their first episode of College Game Day together. It was a very proud moment. Blake loves his Jumperoo and quite often tires himself out so much that he falls asleep mid-jump! :o) He's got so much personality and we love watching him grow. He does enjoy being held just a little too much, but I'm blaming that one on Great-grandpa Don who just can't seem to put him down.
Both of them are smiling and laughing (Blake a little more than Ella) and they love to be played with and tickled and all that fun stuff. They went to their first sporting event last week and had lots of fun watching the Flushing Boys Varsity Soccer Team and mommy's Freshman Cheer Team. They get plenty of lovin' from the cheerleaders and their parents. I can't wait to take them to their first football game in a couple of weeks! Afterall, we've got to train them early--Ella in cheerleading and Blake in football. Yes, we're dorks and already have their glamorous sports careers planned out.
That's about all I can think of right now. I'll try to get better at posting a little more often, but I'm not making any promises! Enjoy the pictures of our little angels!!
Love,
The Bushey Clan
P.S. A quick "WELCOME HOME" to my friend Melissa who's moving back to Michigan the beginning of September after being in Arizona for a few years. I've missed her and can't wait for her to meet the kiddos! We'll see you soon!
Saturday, August 2, 2008
End of July Update!
Hi All!
We hope you enjoy all the new pictures! There are two new slide shows and links-5 Weeks Old! and Madeleine's Open House. The ones on the Madeleine slide show are professional pictures we had taken that day.
We were so excited to meet Madeleine in person and boy is she BEAUTIFUL! We loved every minute we were able to spend with her and can't wait for the kids to grow up together. We sure would love it if Brent, Kirsten, & Madeleine were a bit closer (hint, hint). The open house was wonderful and gave us a chance to see lots and lots of family and friends. Madeleine was the perfect guest of honor!!!
As for the twins, they are doing amazing! We weighed them today (on an unofficial scale of course) and Ella was about 9 1/2 lbs and Blake was about 9 lbs. They're so big now! We've been really busy with family, friends, grandparents, and great grandparents and love every second we get to spend with them.
We have tentatively scheduled Ella & Blake's baptism for Sunday, August 24th after Mass at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Flint (where Brian and Erika were married). We are so proud to have chosen some wonderful Godparents for our children. They are all loving, caring individuals who we know will only enhance our children's lives and help them to become incredible children and adults. Blake's Godparents are Brynn (Brian's cousin) and Bobby (our VERY good friend). Ella's Godparents are Sara (Erika's best friend) and Ryan (Brian's cousin) with Ralphie (Erika's brother) standing in for Sara who is in Montana. All of five of these individuals are people we consider both friend and family and who mean something so special to both Brian and me. Thank you to the five of you for accepting this responsibility. We love you all!
Until next time,
Brian, Erika, Blake, Ella, & Drake
We hope you enjoy all the new pictures! There are two new slide shows and links-5 Weeks Old! and Madeleine's Open House. The ones on the Madeleine slide show are professional pictures we had taken that day.
We were so excited to meet Madeleine in person and boy is she BEAUTIFUL! We loved every minute we were able to spend with her and can't wait for the kids to grow up together. We sure would love it if Brent, Kirsten, & Madeleine were a bit closer (hint, hint). The open house was wonderful and gave us a chance to see lots and lots of family and friends. Madeleine was the perfect guest of honor!!!
As for the twins, they are doing amazing! We weighed them today (on an unofficial scale of course) and Ella was about 9 1/2 lbs and Blake was about 9 lbs. They're so big now! We've been really busy with family, friends, grandparents, and great grandparents and love every second we get to spend with them.
We have tentatively scheduled Ella & Blake's baptism for Sunday, August 24th after Mass at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Flint (where Brian and Erika were married). We are so proud to have chosen some wonderful Godparents for our children. They are all loving, caring individuals who we know will only enhance our children's lives and help them to become incredible children and adults. Blake's Godparents are Brynn (Brian's cousin) and Bobby (our VERY good friend). Ella's Godparents are Sara (Erika's best friend) and Ryan (Brian's cousin) with Ralphie (Erika's brother) standing in for Sara who is in Montana. All of five of these individuals are people we consider both friend and family and who mean something so special to both Brian and me. Thank you to the five of you for accepting this responsibility. We love you all!
Until next time,
Brian, Erika, Blake, Ella, & Drake
Friday, July 25, 2008
5 Week Update!
Hello all! There are finally some new pictures up. This being a mom thing keeps you pretty busy!!!
Ella and Blake are doing wonderfully. At their one month check up, I'm happy to report that both babies are good and healthy. Ella now weighs 8 lbs 3.5 oz and is 21 1/4" long. Blake has caught up very well weighing in at 8 lbs 3 oz and is 20 3/4" long. Newborn clothing fits very well now and even a couple 0-3 month outfits are working out. They're still eating about every three hours (yes, even at night), but they've increased to three to four ounces at every feeding. We're hoping that we start to get some longer stretches at night REAL SOON as mom and dad are walking zombies somtimes right now. :o)
In the past couple of weeks the twins have met lots of new family member including some out-of-towners like Aunt Lil from Arizona and baby cousin Madeleine from D.C. They also took their first trip to Frankenmuth (a favorite place for the vonDaggenhausen side of the family).
Teema and Papa were brave and kept the twins overnight so Mommy and Daddy could get a full night's worth of sleep. They had fun, but I think Teema and Papa were a little sleepy the next day! ;o) Grammy and GG have also had them over lots and lots and they love spending time with all their grandparents. We are so lucky to have such great families to love our little ones.
I'll try to be better at posting more often. (I got in trouble by a few people yesterday at Madeleine's open house :o) Look for some more new pictures at five weeks old in the next few days.
Have a great weekend!
Love,
All Us Bushey's
Ella and Blake are doing wonderfully. At their one month check up, I'm happy to report that both babies are good and healthy. Ella now weighs 8 lbs 3.5 oz and is 21 1/4" long. Blake has caught up very well weighing in at 8 lbs 3 oz and is 20 3/4" long. Newborn clothing fits very well now and even a couple 0-3 month outfits are working out. They're still eating about every three hours (yes, even at night), but they've increased to three to four ounces at every feeding. We're hoping that we start to get some longer stretches at night REAL SOON as mom and dad are walking zombies somtimes right now. :o)
In the past couple of weeks the twins have met lots of new family member including some out-of-towners like Aunt Lil from Arizona and baby cousin Madeleine from D.C. They also took their first trip to Frankenmuth (a favorite place for the vonDaggenhausen side of the family).
Teema and Papa were brave and kept the twins overnight so Mommy and Daddy could get a full night's worth of sleep. They had fun, but I think Teema and Papa were a little sleepy the next day! ;o) Grammy and GG have also had them over lots and lots and they love spending time with all their grandparents. We are so lucky to have such great families to love our little ones.
I'll try to be better at posting more often. (I got in trouble by a few people yesterday at Madeleine's open house :o) Look for some more new pictures at five weeks old in the next few days.
Have a great weekend!
Love,
All Us Bushey's
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
July 4th Weekend!
Our first (mini-) Vacation was a success!
Other than Mom forgetting the pillows the kids sleep on for the first night, it was a great experience! We had so much fun and Dad even got to do a little fishing (although I'm guessing not as much as he would've liked). Ella and Blake took their first boat ride on Uncle Mike and Aunt Wanda's boat (don't worry Teema and Papa-we were safe) and they loved it. These truly are our kids--if they wouldn't have liked the boat we might have been a little worried. ;o)
We have to give a HUGE HUGE thank you to Maggie and Ben (ESPECIALLY MAGGIE) for all the help they gave us this weekend. This weekend wouldn't have been nearlly as successful without you and we sooo soooooo soooooooo very much appreciate all of your help! Max-we didn't forget about you! Thank you for all of your help, too! You're awesome!!!
There are tons of new pictures (I'm trying to get them posted). We hope you enjoy seeing them as much as we enjoyed taking them! You can always view the pics (at a larger size) in the Picasa Web albums as well. The links are on the left side of this page under all the slide shows.
Have a wonderful week!
Love The Whole Bushey Clan
Other than Mom forgetting the pillows the kids sleep on for the first night, it was a great experience! We had so much fun and Dad even got to do a little fishing (although I'm guessing not as much as he would've liked). Ella and Blake took their first boat ride on Uncle Mike and Aunt Wanda's boat (don't worry Teema and Papa-we were safe) and they loved it. These truly are our kids--if they wouldn't have liked the boat we might have been a little worried. ;o)
We have to give a HUGE HUGE thank you to Maggie and Ben (ESPECIALLY MAGGIE) for all the help they gave us this weekend. This weekend wouldn't have been nearlly as successful without you and we sooo soooooo soooooooo very much appreciate all of your help! Max-we didn't forget about you! Thank you for all of your help, too! You're awesome!!!
There are tons of new pictures (I'm trying to get them posted). We hope you enjoy seeing them as much as we enjoyed taking them! You can always view the pics (at a larger size) in the Picasa Web albums as well. The links are on the left side of this page under all the slide shows.
Have a wonderful week!
Love The Whole Bushey Clan
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