Philippians 4:13

I can do everything through him who gives me strength. -Philippians 4:13 NIV

This verse came to mind as I was thinking about going back to work today. I was looking forward to returning to work, but a little nervous about the transition from just plain "momma" to "working momma." I have been with Bella 24/7 for 6 weeks so leaving her during the day was a little difficult. A few tears were shed. :) I really did have a great day. I was happy to be back at work. Everything went well for me and Bella did great her first day at daycare. Daddy picked her up and I think that was a little special treat for her. I was praying that the Lord would give me strength...and He did. The Lord is always faithful! I am learning to trust Him more and more each day.

Our Thanksgiving Feast

I know I am a little late, but I wanted to post some pictures of our delicious Thanksgiving Feast and the cook who prepared it. Thanks mom! Oh, and thanks Jess for making the dressing. As you can see (kind of) we had turkey, ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, baked corn, noodles, asparagus, dressing, and dinner rolls. It never fails...we always have way too much food. For dessert we had amazing pumpkin pie. For some reason we never have enough of that, Dad!! Well, hope you all had a great Thanksgiving spending time with family and friends.

6 weeks ago....

...this little sleepy nugget was born. Can you believe that it has been 6 weeks?? Time sure does fly by when you're having fun. : ) We are having a great time with Bella and absolutely love her! Happy Birthday Bella! You are such a joy to your Daddy and Momma!! We love you.

Poindexter, rockstar, or cop? You decide...

I knew build-a-bear was good for something... Leave it to Jessica to start trying teddy bear accessories on Bella. And we laughed...

Little girl, big world...

I put Bella in her crib, (she's been sleeping in a papasan chair in our room so far) and thought she looked so tiny I had to take a picture. We bought a crib that will change to a toddler bed and then eventually, a full bed. Looks like we were planning WAY ahead.

Big eyes...

She's got some big eyes just like her momma...

Happy Thanksgiving!

Here's Bella's little turkey day outfit... Unfortunately this was moments before she spewed all over herself and that blanket she's laying on, so it didn't last long... Oh, well.

Bella meets Grandpa Miller & Uncle Eric

Grandpa Miller FINALLY got to meet Isabella!!! It was precious. Matt and I also enjoyed seeing Dad and Eric. We had a good time just hanging out, eating, and watching football. : )

Uncle Eric meeting Isabella for the first time. I think she really liked him...as you can see. : )

Thanks Mom!!! (Grandma Miller)

Well, Grandma Miller has left VA and now it is just the 3 of us. Grandpa Miller and Uncle Eric were here to visit this last weekend and meet Bella for the first time. Sadly, they left on Sunday with Grandma. : ( Today was the first day alone with Bella after 3 weeks of my mom being here and fortunately, it went well. Hopefully we will be able to keep the house as clean and organized as my mom kept it. She was such a huge help!! I am not sure what I would have done without her. I know I wouldn't have an organized desk, closet, laundry room, pantry, or dining room if she wouldn't have been here. Those are just a few things that she did. : ) She also made us dinners and took us out to eat too. Thanks Mom for all you did for us. You were an organizing and cleaning machine! I am not sure how we can ever repay you for everything you did and the help you were to us. Thanks for loving us as much as you do!! We love you very much and appreciate all you have done for us these past couple of weeks. You may come visit anytime you wish. : ) Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Thanks Ann!

Thanks Ann for knitting the amazing hoodie! We absolutely love it. Bella said its really cozy...

More pics with open eyes.

Gross?

Hmmm... someone told me that it wasn 't gross when it was your own kid... Wrong. Still gross.

Good thing she looks like Mel...

Scary, I know...

My girls...

My two favorite girls takin' a little nap... Sorry, Mel, I couldn't resist.

Oops...Sorry Mommy!

Has anyone ever peed on you?? Well, this wasn't the first... Eric... but it was the first in recent memory. Bella apparently couldn't hold it and as you can see ended up on me. I guess this is part of being a mom and I need to get used to it. I thought it was rather funny and couldn't believe that she had soaked through her clothes, a blanket, and me!!

Our first walk around the block

I (Mel) took Bella on her first walk around the block in her stroller and she loved it. As you can see, she doesn't really love the sun in her face, but who really does? The stroller ride put her right to sleep...pretty normal for a newborn I guess. What a good little girl!!

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