We have survived...

We have officially survived being a family of four at home for one week. Noah has really enjoyed being a big brother and has done so much to help out with his baby brother. For the most part he has continued to be the same sweet boy he was before Riley joined us. There have been times that he has pushed us just a little far to make sure he was getting the attention. He hasn't asked if we could give Riley back yet so I guess we are good for now. Jeremy has spent the past week at home, helping with the housework (what a trooper), and getting to know Riley. We decided to go ahead and send Noah to school this week to get some much needed rest. Jeremy is a little sad about having to head back to work on Monday and I am a little nervous about being home with the two of them alone all day. We had someone come to our house this week to do newborn pictures of Riley and brother pictures with the two boys. We are really excited to see the outcome of them and hope to post some soon.

Riley Wade Bridges

Riley Wade Bridges was born on January 23rd, at 2:08pm, at Western Wake Hospital in Cary, NC. He weighs 8 lbs-15 oz, and is 21 inches long. Mom is doing great and is recovering well. Noah is super excited to have his little brother here and has been jumping off the walls ever since. We hope all of you get a chance to see our new addition very soon.

"Ahhh...I love me some Johnson's and Johnson's"

"Mommy, you look worn out, why are you sweatin'?

"Hey, what's up with the rude awakening? I didn't even fix my hair."

"Mom-mom, you mind turning out that light?"

"3 generations...watch out!"

"Nana and Granddaddy are going to spoil me rotten"

"I love my comfy new outfit"

"Hey...who's the wise guy that

put this huge hat on me?"

"I love my NC State hat...even though

my head is way too big for it"

"Papa...shhhh, I am trying to sleep!"

"Daddy...you da man!"

"I love my new little brother"

"Riley, look...I got you a doggie"

Snow Day!!!

As expected, we got lots of fresh snow this morning. Noah woke us up at 7:45 this morning (early for him thank goodness!) and was so excited when he looked out the window. All I remember is "guys, get out of the bed and come see the snow." So, after an hour of waking up, eating cinnamon rolls, tracking down our winter gear, and trying to get my belly into some snow pants, we successfully made it out into the snow. Bailey was a little unsure at first but certainly got over that in a hurry. Noah and daddy tried to put together a snowman, but the snow was too powdery and it did not work out as planned. I even got myself onto the ground with Noah to make a snow angel but that was very short lived and very uncomfortable. Finally, we headed to the backyard to try out the sleds we bought last year for our 0" of snow. Now, that was a blast. Jeremy is still laughing at the pregnant woman on the sled. Noah loved sliding down the small hill in the back and crashing at the end. We can't wait to get back out there when some of the neighbors come over later.

Noah loved the snow!

Noah and mommy

Noah and daddy

Catching Up

We decided to start a blog in order to keep everyone posted on our family and our upcoming newest addition.

This morning, Jeremy, Noah, and I went to see my doctor and found that little Riley isn't so little after all. He is already measuring 9 lbs 5 oz and I believe it! I will be going to Wake Med on Thursday night to start the induction process. The plan would be to have the baby sometime on Friday. We do have his room ready for him and our bags are packed. Noah is so excited to see his little brother.

As for Noah, he will turn four on February 25th. I know, it seems just like yesterday that we were going through this whole process with him. We went to Target on Sunday and let Noah pick out a stuffed animal for Riley and I am sure Riley will love when he is old enough to figure it out. Noah has really taken an interest in football and trucks and he is very excited about his firefighter birthday party on Feb. 28th. He loves playing with all of his friends from the neighborhood and his school. He is certainly a momma's boy, but still loves to play with his daddy and tackle him with his NC State or Dallas Cowboy helmet on. We purchased a Wii several months ago and recently got him Mario Kart. The kid is addicted! He also loves playing on the computer, playing games on the Disney page. Noah has done very well at Kiddie Academy and loves both of his teachers, Ms. Nevada and Ms. Dana. He is certainly learning a lot and often surprises us at the dinner table with his sight words, number, and letters! We are so proud of himand he certainly amazes us! Over Christmas, he was so bored with Jeremy and I that he was begging to go to school, so I guess we weren't enough fun for him. He is also taking a soccer class at school and seems to really enjoy it. After his birthday, he will move up to the four year old room and we are a little bummed since he has done so well with his teachers. He will certainly enjoy moving up and seeing many of his friends that have already moved up. Noah will soon give up his role as the only child and share his house with his baby brother Riley. Noah is really excited and asks everyday when his brother will be here. He knows it is near his birthday so as we make birthday preparations he gets more excited. We will see what happens after Riley gets here!

Nothing to much is happening with mom and dad. Just preparing mentally for two little boys around our house (if you can really do that!). We are very excited but a little nervous as to just how this will all work. I am planning to stay home with Noah and Riley for about 6 months before returning to work so I have been busy getting everything ready at school. Jeremy gets 2 weeks of paternity leave at IBM but will still work from home some. We have spent the last month finishing up the nursery, painting the office red.. yes, wolfpack red, and trying to organize the garage a little more. It never ends. The baby room and office are complete. The garage is hopeless. Jeremy isn't the best organizer so it will have to wait on me!

We hope everyone gets a chance to meet Riley very soon and please wish us luck!

Noah loves some Mario Kart

Noah loved singing Christmas songs at school.

Noah and cousin Hayes ready for some FOOTBALL!