Growing boy!!

I can't believe how much Samuel has changed already! He's much more alert, we've been seeing his pretty eyes a lot lately. Jolly's cousins Heather and Corrie came to visit this weekend with their little girls Jenna, Sophie and Susannah. Jolly and Heather were born three months apart, and now their kids are three months apart, too! Susannah was born in July - she is the smiliest most beautiful baby you've ever seen. Katie and Ryan came over for breakfast with everyone and Katie took some great photos of all four little cousins. Jolly's grandmother is going to be beside herself to have pictures of ALL her great grandchildren together! I'll post some when she gets them processed. Samuel continues to be such a blessing and a joy - even though he shows us the power of his lungs a little more these days :O) What can I say, he is a strong healthy boy - just what I prayed for!!

Bathtime fun! He loves it :O)

Snuggling with cousin Susannah Grace - they are too cute!!

3 Weeks old, looking like Dad's baby pictures

2 Weeks!!

We've had an exciting two weeks getting to know Samuel!! He had his Mimi and Papa here for the first few days home (that's my parents) and his Mojo (Jolly's mom) was here until last Thursday. Samuel had his first bath - he loves getting his hair washed. He went on a lunch date with both of his grandmas, met his big sister Keeva - our Australian Shepherd, met lots of friends, and did lots of snuggling with mom and dad. Last night was his first sleepover - we spent the night at Uncle Ryan and Aunt Katie's to celebrate my birthday. Samuel is a really good baby - we are having so much fun!

Hanging out with Dad, Jeff, and Dan

Napping on momSnuggling with DadWearing his Sunday best from Mimi and Papa

Sam is Here!!

Born at 5:07 pm on Saturday, September 6. He weighs 7 pounds 3 ounces and is 20.5 inches long.

We are thrilled - can't get enough of him. He is a perfect gift from God. Check out pictures on Katie's blog! We will post updates soon.

Love, Jolly and Cherie

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Still waiting . . . come on Sam!!

So - things are still progressing but baby is still cozy in his spot. I am 4cm and 90% effaced but I'm not having strong, regular contractions. The good news is - early labor is over and I didn't really even feel it!! The not so good news is no baby yet. My mom is here and we are having fun distracting ourselves. Jolly's mom is coming this weekend, and hopefully Samuel is too! The dad's are coming when active labor starts. Please pray for me to have patience with God's perfect timing, for my mom to be able to stay a few days after we get home from the hospital, and for Sam and I to continue to be healthy and strong.