Ashlynn's Reaction

I was a little nervous about how Ashlynn would react to a new baby in the house. So far she has done really well. These are some pictures of the first time she saw Hudson. We had Hudson bring her home a little baby doll from the hospital. I love the picture with Ashlynn's arms outstretched-she was shouting "YES!" She calls Hudson "Baby Hummus" she can't quite say Hudson yet:)

Welcome Baby Hudson B Sorenson

Hudson was born on December 15, 2008. It snowed that day in St. George-which is a rarity. What a special day. My labor was induced. We were told by the hospital that they would call anytime between midnight on Dec. 15 and Dec. 16 to have us come into the hospital. After the call we were expected to be there in 30 minutes. We received the call to come into the hospital at 5:10 am on Dec. 15. My labor went extremely well and fast. My drip was started at around 9:00. The doctor broke my water at 12:00 and our little miracle was born at 1:36. Hudson was 7lbs 7 ounces, 19.75 inches. He is so sweet and we feel so blessed to have a new addition to our family. Thanks to both Barry and my friends and family who have spent sleepless nights with us taking care of Ashlynn and Hudson well and me! We love you all!!!

Baby Update

I have been in St. George for quite a few days now waiting for this baby boy to come. I went to the Dr. on Wed and was dialated to a 4 and was 80% effaced so they/we/I thought the baby would be coming soon. Still no baby-bummer. I guess he is enjoying his last few days where its nice and toasty. They are inducing me tomorrow morning (Monday). I figured that this would be the case because I had to be induced with Ashlynn too. The hospital said they would call anytime from midnight to midnight and want me to leave my house 30 minutes after that! Wish us lots of luck! My next post will be pictures I'm sure!

Happy 30th Birthday to Barry too. His birthday is on Tuesday the 16th. I wish I could post some cute pictures of him but I'm not at home so I don't have any and I wanted to have a really fun 30th birthday party for him but I think we will be in the hospital. I just want Barry to know how much I love him and appreciate all that he does for us. He is the most unselfish, smart, cute and talented guy I know and I am so lucky to have him in my life. I look forward to so many more birthdays with you!

Strollers

Well its time. I need to order a double stroller and a baby carrier. Do any of you have any advice?

Happy Birthday Dad

Happy Birthday Dad. We love you!

Christmas Card Time

We had a great Thanksgiving. We were able to spend time with both Barry and my families which made the holiday extra special. On Thursday night the girls went shopping at the outlets from about 11:00-12:30 AM. We then got up at 4:30 to hit the Black Friday Sales. Walmart was our craziest store of the day. We were able to gets in on lots of great deals. We took Ashlynn and her cousin Kelton to Sears to get Christmas pictures taken but they turned out horrible, so we had Whitt take pictures of the kids. I think they turned out really cute.

My week in review!

I had a fabulous week this week and so just wanted to leave a note about it. My mother in law came down this week and my Aunt as always watched Ashlynn so graciously on Monday so I worked all week but not without tons of fun. On Wednesday night Barry and I went to dinner at Cheesecake Factory-yum my favorite and then we went to Blue Man Group to celebrate our birthdays. On Thursday night I went to the Twilight Movie at midnight with my friends. It was a total blast we got there 2 hours early and played "hot dice" while we waited in line. We then indulged in the teenage love movie and stuffed ourselves with soda, popcorn, candy and KerriAnne's smashed doughnuts she pulled out of her purse. On Saturday the best news came in the mail-Barry passed his National Dental Boards test! Yeah Barry I am so proud of you. And today is my Birthday and despite the fact that Ashlynn wailed for an hour when I tried to leave her in nursery its been a great day. Barry and Ashlynn got me flowers and we are going to eat dinner with my family tonight:) I am looking forward to Black Friday:)

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More Fall Photo Shoot

Fall Photo Post

Today I went to St. George for my checkup. I am now 34 1/2 weeks! Yeah! All went well at the doctor. My sister Whittney is taking a photography class and so we got together this afternoon for a photo shoot. These are some of the pictures that I took. I can hardly wait to see how Whitt's pictures turn out. Whitt was very great and patient with Ashlynn and I. It was a mega feat to get Ashlynn to sit still for pictures. I couldn't decide which ones to post so sorry-there may be quite a few.

I need a little help!

Alrighty friends I have a huge problem. I didn't think I would have to address this at 21 months. Ashlynn got mad today and decided that she was going to climb out of her crib. Her crib is a Jardine crib that is very tall and very deep and her long legs can apparently reach to get out. I caught her as she was straddling the side rails about to topple out. I put her back in her crib, explained that she could get hurt etc. She attempted this feat 4 times in a row today. Ahhh. So, I decided to put her in the pack and play while I took a shower and to my dismay she climbed out of that too. Where did this idea come from??? Anyway I don't know what to do. I don't want her to fall 4 feet from the top of her crib and break a leg or something. She has never slept in a regular bed, refuses to lay in one. I think our crib converts to a toddler bed. What did you all do when your kiddos reached the point of climbing out of the crib. Toddler bed? Big bed? Soft things to break a fall from crib?? Yikes HELP!

Halloween Party

We were able to go up to St. George for Halloween and get together with some of our friends and family. It was great to see everyone. We had pirates, Miami Tattoo bikers?, Indian Jones, Super Mario, The Disney Princesses, Tinkerbell, A family of Gorillas, AbbyCadabby, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch all show up. My camera died during the party so I missed a few pictures of our friends and we attempted to take pictures of all of the kids together. I will get copies of the pictures and post them later. Thanks for a great time everyone!

Tagged Again

This is the fourth photo in my fourth folder. I'm lucky I had that many folders since I just started blogging. This is Ashlynn and I checking out the Zebras at the Hogle Zoo in August. I tag. Kristina, Tara, Hollie, Sabrina and Aurie. Go to your 4th folder and choose your 4th picture and then explain.

Tagged with 8

My 8 Obsessions:

1.Barry 

2. Ashlynn 

3. Washing my hands 

4.  Craft projectS-notice the capital S. I never just have one going on at a time. It would probably work out better if I finished one before I started 3 more:) 

5. My family 

6. Working at my job, for my family and at trying to make everyone happy

7.  Cooking and crafting new things

8.  Bargain Shopping

8 Words of phrases I often use

1. Do you know how much I love you?

2.  Serious?/No way!

3.  What's up?

4. I love you

5. Be careful

6. Thanks

7. Sorry

8. I feel good, just tired lately

8 things I want to do before I die:

1.  See my children and my siblings grow up to be healthy, happy, successful and married in the temple

2. Have fun and enjoy my gift here on earth everyday

3. Travel the world with Barry and my kiddos

4. Visit all the temples and all of the baseball parks with Barry

5.  Learn new talents and not be afraid to share the ones I have

6. Live a great, honest, healthy life with no regrets

7. Be a good friend, wife, mother, sister, daughter, etc

8. Continue to learn secular and spiritual things

**OK I know those were cheesy answers

8 Things I have learned from my past

1.  Be kind, honest and patient

2. People really should wear helmets and seatbelts

3. Everyone likes someone who smiles

4. Barry is my best friend

5. Love everyone until they give you a reason not to

6. Always have a baby gate in place

7. Tell people how much you love them and how much they mean to you

8. Take one day at a time and remember to breathe or you may pass out

8 places I would love to go to or see:

1.  Europe, especially Sweden, Austria, Switzerland and Italy. I don't care if I ever see Russia-yuck.

2. North East-Boston, Niagra Falls, Maine, etc

3.  Australia

4.  Florida

5. Nashville, TN-I love country music

6. Alaska-Barry this one is for you:)

7. Figi or Tahatti

8.  Egypt-well in the days when it was safe to go to the middle east

8 Things I currently Want or Need:

want-To go on a trip to a warm island and lay on the beach without stress

need-To help Barry get through the rest of Dental School, have a new baby, chase Ashlynn, keep the house cleaner, work more

Want-Mountain Dew

Need-Water

Want-cookies and icecream

need- to eat more healthy

want-to know where we will be living in a year from now

need-to quit worrying about it

8 people I tag-Mikelle, Kaci, Whitt, Samantha, Amy, Shelbi, Britney, anyone else who wants to do this

The Three Monsters

Ward Trunk or Treat

Tonight was our ward trunk or treat. All three of us dressed up. We went as Sesame Street characters. Barry was Oscar the Grouch, I went as Cookie Monster, Ashlynn as Abby Cadabby. I made our costumes this year so I was very excited when the kids at the party could actually tell who we were. Towards the end of the party Barry took off his trash can and a little boy came running up to throw his garbage away in it! Yikes! Barry caught him before the trash can costume got broken in with real ketchup and mustard stains. Ashlynn ate a hotdog. We found out she loves hot dogs. She loved trick or treating. She was so dang cute holding up her bucket to everyone saying "treats" and "takes"-thanks. 

Pumpkin Carving

Ashlynn did not like the feel of the gooey pumpkin guts. She did like to stir the seeds in the pan after. She LOVED her pumpkin face after it was carved.

Looking Back Halloween 2007

Fall Harvest

Trying to find the perfect "squash" as Ashlynn calls them.