Tanner Matthew

Tanner Matthew has blessed us with his presence~ 8 lbs 4 oz. 22.25 inches long. He was born at 5:52pm Tuesday night and we made it home as a family Thursday afternoon. We feel so blessed to have such a precious gift from God and that he chose us to care for His child. Even though I had to be induced I couldn't have asked for an easier delivery. My body apparently just needed a bit of a kick start...with a little assistance I progressed quickly and after pushing for an hour our new adventure began. Here are a few photos to keep everyone happy until I can add the others.

This was taken the first night he was home. The two boys in my life are already alike in so many ways. I am truly blessed!

40 week update

If having a baby wasn't enough...we have had lots of excitement around our household. First we had a water leak in our driveway so they had to cut out the pavement, find the leak, and then fix the pipe. Our driveway has been torn up for about 2 weeks now. Today the wonderful sight of the asphalt workers graced my front window. Our driveway is getting repaired! A few weeks ago we were also notified that our renters were moving out of our rental house. So this week we have been cleaning walls and carpets trying to get the house ready for the new renters this weekend. Tonight we have a wonderful crew of friends that have volunteered to come help us finish up the final projects. Trying to get all this done with a baby due at any time...talk about a deadline.
So now for the information you really care about... baby Toney. Tyler and I have decided that he is just too comfortable to want to come out. At our last doctor's appointment we decided that if nothing happens by next Monday night that we will induce. That means that sometime in the next 5 days we will get to meet our blessing from God and begin our adventure as a family. Knowingthat there is a light at the end of the tunnel and a plan in place is comforting. Thank you for all the prayers and concerns, we feel very blessed to have such a support group of friends and family. We will keep you updated if anything happens before Monday!

Just waiting...

Here is the latest belly picture. This was taken at 38 and a half weeks. The doctor says that everything looks great and to keep doing what we are doing. We are now just patiently waiting to meet our baby boy.

With a little help the shelf is up, straight, and sturdy.

The crib and changing table are ready to be put to good use.

We are so grateful for the hard work my mom put into the curtain. It was not as easy as the pattern advertised but she stuck with it and it works great. With a little creativity, $2.99 bed sheets, and a collaborative group effort the window finally has curtains. Sosa decided he didn't want to be left out of the picture.