{Photoshoot, by mom - Tanner}

We had some newborn pictures taken last week of Bryn.  She took a few pictures of the kids, but I wanted a few more!  So we went to our favorite spot and did the best we could.  Bryn started crying and I hurried to get as many as I could.   So here is part 1 of a 3 part post!

I love that Tanner finally gets what, "Smile" means or say "Cheese".  Even if he isn't always willing to do it for me, haha :)

{Famous}

Or at least that is what Jaedyn thinks...  Let's start at the beginning though.  The other day my mother in law called me and said she wanted to take the 3 big kids to the library for story time.  What, all 3 kids, and I just have the baby.... who sleeps all the time??? 

Yes, I heard correctly, Ronald McDonald was going to be there.  So she came over, picked up the kids and off she went.  Bryn and I went to Target, bought school supplies, then went to Aldi, and did our grocery shopping.  It was great. 

The kids came home, with coupons to Ihop (why not McDonalds?? I don't know) and were so excited.  Jaedyn & Landon both got to go up on stage and help Ronald, they had a blast. 

I know... on to my point.....    The next day my mother in law calls to tell me that my kids are in the newspaper....  Huh??   They took a picture of the crowd at the library, since 2 of the 3 were sitting in the front row, its a good picture of them.  

According to Jaedyn, you are "Famous" if you have your picture in the newspaper!!

{Big boy bed}

Tanner is doing great in his big boy bed.  Still loves his boppy pillow (seriously, I'd use one if they came in my size)  We have now taken his side rails off, he has only fallen out of bed 1 time.   He is still my baby too, but I can't believe how big he is getting!

{Tanner!}

I took these pictures of my little cutie a little while ago.  This kid is so stinking cute when he wants to be!  He is talking up a storm, getting a lot more understandable.  [good and bad, haha]  Mostly good, then we understand what he wants. 

{Bows, Bows, Bows}

Ever since I found out I was having a little girl, I have been so excited about bows.  Lot's of things change over the years, bows were not big when I had Jaedyn almost 8 years ago!  Now they are a must.   I follow lots of bow makers on Facebook and Etsy, and started making bows myself (cheaper that way, right!)

[I have my bows on Facebook and Etsy]

I still buy other peoples bows, they have talents and styles I don't have.  However, I love making my own also.  I love putting a bow/headband on this sweet baby of mine, I think she looks so adorable!

Here she is, modeling a few bows!

{Brynlee - Pinterest Project}

I saw the cutest photo composition on Pinterest when I was newly pregnant with Bryn.  We decided to do that with my pregnancy also.  We took Pictures starting at 16 weeks, every 4 weeks till she was born, and then a 1 week picture.  I think its totally cute to see how the kids age, my belly grows, and then the sweet baby that came!

{Life with Brynlee}

There isn't much going on at our house except a new baby.  So lot's of pictures are being taken of our precious new girl!

{Loving their baby sister!}

We are loving having a baby in the house again.  The kids love looking at her, holding her and talking to her. 

 [There is always lots of kisses from big brother Tanner!  He  LOVES his baby sister]

{Brynlees Arrival}

We are really enjoying the newborn in the house.  She is so sweet, and a really good baby.  

Here she is making her appearance!

At the Hospital - ready to get the show on the road!

It's getting closer

Really close now!!!  

She is here!!!  I am so in love! (and really tired)

Getting all checked out

We had guesses between 7lbs 14ozs to 8lbs 4ozs - Never would have guessed 7lbs 2 ozs

 

Getting checked by the Pediatrician on call.  - Good to go home!  :)  

{Attempts at a Hospital "Family" Picture}

We wanted to get a family picture before we left the hospital.  This proved quite challenging.  Here are our attempts!

{The kids meet Brynlee}

The kids came right away to see the new baby.  They have been so excited meet their new baby sister!