Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Four Months Old
This post is a little late. But better late than never!
Bela turned four months old on Monday. Wow, I just can't believe she's been here that long. In the last couple of days we've heard giggles! Yes, that's right, she's giggling!!! It takes a lot to get it out of her though, but they are little baby giggles. Oh, melt my heart. I think she's also sleeping a little better. I've been able to put her down (not in her crib, but on the couch or the play pen) and she stays sleeping. I have to keep an eye on her though and make sure I stick that soother in if she spits it out. Otherwise she'll wake up again. Other milestones include her standing. She stands for quite a long time, obviously with either Juan or I holding her, but she seems to really like it. She's also almost to the point of rolling over. She's starting to really push her hand out and wiggle to try and get over. My guess is that in two weeks she'll be rolling over. Juan's guess is one week. We'll let you know who was right! And speaking of wiggling, she's a mover in her crib. She's started to sleep in the downstairs bedroom in her crib and this morning I woke up (well, she was really crying in her sleep) and she had wiggled out of the blankets and had turned 90 degrees! HeHe ... it was kind of funny, except for the crying in her sleep part. So I think its time to invest in a sleep sac.
She's such an amazing girl. And Juan and I just can't believe some days that she's in our lives.
Happy 4 months our darling girl. You are so special and you bring smiles to everyone you see.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Diez del Domingo
1) Juan is back at home! Juan arrived on Friday night around 10PM and both Bela and I were so happy to see him! Juan had a very good trip. He met a lot of important people, got a lot of work done, but still needs to work hard here at home. Both Bela and I are proud that he is becoming more recognized in his field, even though this might mean he will be going on more trips. But hopefully next time we can travel with him!
2) Weigh-in time. I actually followed the schedule of the 30 day challenge this week. I worked out on Monday, Tuesday, rested Wednesday and then back at it on Thursday and Friday, rested on Saturday and just finished my work out this morning. Here is my progress!!
My weight today: 148.6 lbs!!!
My weight loss: 1.4 lbs!
Pounds to go: 23.6
My goal weight: 125 lbs
I lost 1.4 lbs this week! Yea me!! I just need to keep motivated!
3) On Wednesday Keri, Maguire, Bela and I went to the movies! Yes, you heard right, the movies. We saw The Bounty Hunter along with about 4o other mothers and their babes at Stars and Strollers. It was so much fun. I have to admit, I haven't seen a movie at the theater in at least a year! Bela seemed to really enjoy the movie - the big screen blew her mind! HaHa ... it was pretty cute. We'll have to plan another movie date in the future!
4) I've already reneged on one of my promises that I made last week. I didn't study Spanish at all! Yes, I know some of you are saying that well, Lindsay, you were taking care of Bela all week by yourself. And I am going to agree with you! So this week, I will study Spanish.
5) We set up the crib today. And we set it up downstairs. I'm a little conflicted by this. I guess because its strange she will be sleeping in another room and a room that is so far away. I'm sure
the night will go well, but I am worried. Here is a picture of the beautiful crib!
6) Saturday was a good day, well for me (I will explain later). Carrie and I went for a wonderful massage at Newbury Spa. It was fabulous. I highly recommend Kaylie and the spa. This was my reward for making it through the whole week by myself!
7) Also on Saturday we helped my Dad move in his new washer and dryer. Now I wasn't supposed to be helping on the move, but Juan hurt his lower back - AGAIN! Pobrecito! It was mostly the washers fault. Stupid thing was really heavy on the front side. So I helped out and the 3 of us lifted this heavy thing up a flight of stairs. Ugh! Regardless, Olwyn and my Dad now have a beautiful new laundry set!
8) For all of you concerned, Juan's back is doing a bit better. But its still sore. Hopefully it will heal soon because he can't pick up Bela as easily.
9) Bela will be turning 4 months old tomorrow! OMG! I can't believe it. I will write more about that later. And I will have some pictures!!
10) And with her turning 4 months old, she will be going in for her second set of shots on Wednesday. I'm nervous. I hope it goes well. I will keep you all updated though.
2) Weigh-in time. I actually followed the schedule of the 30 day challenge this week. I worked out on Monday, Tuesday, rested Wednesday and then back at it on Thursday and Friday, rested on Saturday and just finished my work out this morning. Here is my progress!!
My weight today: 148.6 lbs!!!
My weight loss: 1.4 lbs!
Pounds to go: 23.6
My goal weight: 125 lbs
I lost 1.4 lbs this week! Yea me!! I just need to keep motivated!
3) On Wednesday Keri, Maguire, Bela and I went to the movies! Yes, you heard right, the movies. We saw The Bounty Hunter along with about 4o other mothers and their babes at Stars and Strollers. It was so much fun. I have to admit, I haven't seen a movie at the theater in at least a year! Bela seemed to really enjoy the movie - the big screen blew her mind! HaHa ... it was pretty cute. We'll have to plan another movie date in the future!
4) I've already reneged on one of my promises that I made last week. I didn't study Spanish at all! Yes, I know some of you are saying that well, Lindsay, you were taking care of Bela all week by yourself. And I am going to agree with you! So this week, I will study Spanish.
5) We set up the crib today. And we set it up downstairs. I'm a little conflicted by this. I guess because its strange she will be sleeping in another room and a room that is so far away. I'm sure
the night will go well, but I am worried. Here is a picture of the beautiful crib!
6) Saturday was a good day, well for me (I will explain later). Carrie and I went for a wonderful massage at Newbury Spa. It was fabulous. I highly recommend Kaylie and the spa. This was my reward for making it through the whole week by myself!
7) Also on Saturday we helped my Dad move in his new washer and dryer. Now I wasn't supposed to be helping on the move, but Juan hurt his lower back - AGAIN! Pobrecito! It was mostly the washers fault. Stupid thing was really heavy on the front side. So I helped out and the 3 of us lifted this heavy thing up a flight of stairs. Ugh! Regardless, Olwyn and my Dad now have a beautiful new laundry set!
8) For all of you concerned, Juan's back is doing a bit better. But its still sore. Hopefully it will heal soon because he can't pick up Bela as easily.
9) Bela will be turning 4 months old tomorrow! OMG! I can't believe it. I will write more about that later. And I will have some pictures!!
10) And with her turning 4 months old, she will be going in for her second set of shots on Wednesday. I'm nervous. I hope it goes well. I will keep you all updated though.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Diez del Domingo
To copy one of frequent blog sites (Keri, that's you) I've decided to start "Diez del Domingo" to blog regularly.
1) Juan is going to California tomorrow. I really don't like it when he leaves, but I know its for the best. Its somewhat terrifying knowing that I am the only one going to care for Bela while he is away. And that I will have to take care of everything - all the feedings, the diapers, putting her to sleep etc. So its a bit daunting. But I know this time he is only gone for 4 nights!
2) I've started to work out again. Juan got me a Wii and Wii Active for my birthday. This week I worked out every other day. That says a lot for me right now. Before I got pregnant I was working out quite a bit and I was loving it. I really liked lifting weights - not so much the cardio part. The Wii Active program is quite good. I'm doing the 30 day Challenge. I will let you all know my progress, that way you can keep me honest and hopefully accountable.
My weight today: 150lbs
Weight loss to date: 0 lbs :(
My weight loss goal: 25 lbs
(I've got a long way to go)
3) We've started to put Bela in her crib for her "naps" She doesn't like it though. She sure does like to be held while she's sleeping. But I've bought a book and we are trying things out. First thing is to make her crib more comfortable, like how it feels to be in my arms. One thing to think about is how soft her mattress is. Right now her mattress is one hard surface - a thin piece of foam covered by plastic. Not that inviting. So I've been thinking of putting up her crib but I have no clue on where to put it. Which brings me to point number 4.
4) What the heck do I do with my home? I would like to sell, but now might not be the best time. Selling a house with a baby would be a big undertaking. I can barely keep it clean as it is - how am I going to keep it clean every single day! HeHe! Oye! When did I become an adult!
5) Bela is growing and changing every day. I can prop her up on the couch and she just sits there and watches TV (does this make me a bad parent?) We've started to give her more tummy time to try and coax her to roll over. But its funny. She's drooling a lot lately and when we put her on the pillow or on the blanket she constantly sucks on it and whats left is a giant wet spot. HeHe, its funny. This also happens to our shoulders.
6) Speaking of TV, Juan and I are addicted to Monday and Wednesday nights. Monday nights is CBS's comedy line-up starting with How I Met Your Mother and ending with The Big Bang Theory. On Wednesday nights is Modern Family, The Middle and Cougar Town. So funny - you have to check out Modern Family. Its hilarious.
7) The wedding in Colombia is being planned as we speak (or better yet, write). Juan's mother and sister are organizing everything. They've looked at the hall, the church, the flowers, the invitations - they are doing everything and both Juan and I are so thankful for all their work! !Muchas gracias Carmenza y Nena!
8) I am committing myself to learning Spanish. I've been doing an ok job right now. But I need to do more. One thing I do have to work on is actually speaking. But it scares me. I get all self-conscious about speaking in Spanish, like I'm going to mess up or say something silly. I have to get over this and move on! So what if I say something silly! Everyone will understand. I just have to suck it up and do it! This is something else all of you can hold me accountable to.
9) Bela is also speaking a lot more. And her baby talk is starting to sound like words. Well, maybe not words, but more word-like. I think she is also on the verge of laughing! I hope to hear some laughter soon!
10) Wow, that took a lot to come up with ten things. But here is the final one ... a picture!! Or two
1) Juan is going to California tomorrow. I really don't like it when he leaves, but I know its for the best. Its somewhat terrifying knowing that I am the only one going to care for Bela while he is away. And that I will have to take care of everything - all the feedings, the diapers, putting her to sleep etc. So its a bit daunting. But I know this time he is only gone for 4 nights!
2) I've started to work out again. Juan got me a Wii and Wii Active for my birthday. This week I worked out every other day. That says a lot for me right now. Before I got pregnant I was working out quite a bit and I was loving it. I really liked lifting weights - not so much the cardio part. The Wii Active program is quite good. I'm doing the 30 day Challenge. I will let you all know my progress, that way you can keep me honest and hopefully accountable.
My weight today: 150lbs
Weight loss to date: 0 lbs :(
My weight loss goal: 25 lbs
(I've got a long way to go)
3) We've started to put Bela in her crib for her "naps" She doesn't like it though. She sure does like to be held while she's sleeping. But I've bought a book and we are trying things out. First thing is to make her crib more comfortable, like how it feels to be in my arms. One thing to think about is how soft her mattress is. Right now her mattress is one hard surface - a thin piece of foam covered by plastic. Not that inviting. So I've been thinking of putting up her crib but I have no clue on where to put it. Which brings me to point number 4.
4) What the heck do I do with my home? I would like to sell, but now might not be the best time. Selling a house with a baby would be a big undertaking. I can barely keep it clean as it is - how am I going to keep it clean every single day! HeHe! Oye! When did I become an adult!
5) Bela is growing and changing every day. I can prop her up on the couch and she just sits there and watches TV (does this make me a bad parent?) We've started to give her more tummy time to try and coax her to roll over. But its funny. She's drooling a lot lately and when we put her on the pillow or on the blanket she constantly sucks on it and whats left is a giant wet spot. HeHe, its funny. This also happens to our shoulders.
6) Speaking of TV, Juan and I are addicted to Monday and Wednesday nights. Monday nights is CBS's comedy line-up starting with How I Met Your Mother and ending with The Big Bang Theory. On Wednesday nights is Modern Family, The Middle and Cougar Town. So funny - you have to check out Modern Family. Its hilarious.
7) The wedding in Colombia is being planned as we speak (or better yet, write). Juan's mother and sister are organizing everything. They've looked at the hall, the church, the flowers, the invitations - they are doing everything and both Juan and I are so thankful for all their work! !Muchas gracias Carmenza y Nena!
8) I am committing myself to learning Spanish. I've been doing an ok job right now. But I need to do more. One thing I do have to work on is actually speaking. But it scares me. I get all self-conscious about speaking in Spanish, like I'm going to mess up or say something silly. I have to get over this and move on! So what if I say something silly! Everyone will understand. I just have to suck it up and do it! This is something else all of you can hold me accountable to.
9) Bela is also speaking a lot more. And her baby talk is starting to sound like words. Well, maybe not words, but more word-like. I think she is also on the verge of laughing! I hope to hear some laughter soon!
10) Wow, that took a lot to come up with ten things. But here is the final one ... a picture!! Or two
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Going back home
I have been in Heidelberg,Germany for the past week. I really like the city. I reckon it is a University town and as such not a real representation of reality, but still quite interesting. Very old, very calm. A lot more mixed that I thought it would be. I got a lot done and consolidated a good professional relationship with faculty here. Overall, the trip went: well, well...very well.
Today I am going back and I am excited to see my two girls. I miss them both... A LOT! its been the first time I am away since Bela was born, and I have to say that not only a miss her incredibly, I miss Linds even more. It was wonderful to see how her mommy power came through...very proud.
Although I get anxious when I fly, I am more excited to see that one that always waits for me at the airport ... Honey, I am coming home!!
Today I am going back and I am excited to see my two girls. I miss them both... A LOT! its been the first time I am away since Bela was born, and I have to say that not only a miss her incredibly, I miss Linds even more. It was wonderful to see how her mommy power came through...very proud.
Although I get anxious when I fly, I am more excited to see that one that always waits for me at the airport ... Honey, I am coming home!!
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Three Months Old
Little Ms Bela turned 3 months old sometime between Sunday and Monday ;)
She's been amazing and changed a lot over this past month. Her personality is starting to shine through. When she smiles at other people (besides Mom and Dad) she will smile and turn away shyly, but then turn back right away and smile again. No giggles yet though, I think because her Mom laughs enough for the both of them! HeHe! But she is a talker. She talks up a storm, telling stories about her adventures of the day. And she loves telling these stories to Mr. Bear and Mr. Lion - two stuffed animals on her mobile (she ignores the Whale and the Alligator). As soon as she sees Mr. Lion she smiles at him and immediately starts to goo and cah ... its awesome. Gabriela has also got a nice sleep routine down. She'll have bath around 11PM and then a bottle. She then goes down for the night until around 6:30 or 7:30. She wakes up, has some breakfast and immediately goes back to sleep until around 10:30 or 11AM. So yea! Mom can sneak in her shower and email activity before then! She is also trying to stuff her whole hand into her month. Unsuccessfully I might add. I don't think her arm rolls allow her to do so. HeHe. She's so chubby! Its awesome.
Happy 3 months Baby Bean!!! We love you so much!!
She's been amazing and changed a lot over this past month. Her personality is starting to shine through. When she smiles at other people (besides Mom and Dad) she will smile and turn away shyly, but then turn back right away and smile again. No giggles yet though, I think because her Mom laughs enough for the both of them! HeHe! But she is a talker. She talks up a storm, telling stories about her adventures of the day. And she loves telling these stories to Mr. Bear and Mr. Lion - two stuffed animals on her mobile (she ignores the Whale and the Alligator). As soon as she sees Mr. Lion she smiles at him and immediately starts to goo and cah ... its awesome. Gabriela has also got a nice sleep routine down. She'll have bath around 11PM and then a bottle. She then goes down for the night until around 6:30 or 7:30. She wakes up, has some breakfast and immediately goes back to sleep until around 10:30 or 11AM. So yea! Mom can sneak in her shower and email activity before then! She is also trying to stuff her whole hand into her month. Unsuccessfully I might add. I don't think her arm rolls allow her to do so. HeHe. She's so chubby! Its awesome.
Happy 3 months Baby Bean!!! We love you so much!!
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