Two Weeks

Two weeks have gone by in a flash, and already our tiny girl is growing growing. At 7lbs 1oz and 20 inches, she's gained a whopping 20oz and 2 inches since she came home. Those cheeks are getting chubbier by the day! Having two kids isn't as tough as I thought it might be, but that could be because Annabel has the best big brother in the whole wide world. Tommy is very loving, (mostly) gentle, helpful, and very attentive to his baby sister. If she cries, he rushes over beside her, gives her head a rub and says, "It's ok, don't cry big girl! Your big brother is here!" If she starts to get a little fussy, he says, "I think she wants her big brother" and goes over to give her a kiss and lay his head gently on her tummy. He's (usually) willing to help throw away diapers, pick up her pacifier, bring me my water, and help with the laundry. I was a little nervous when we first brought her home and there were more than a few tantrums, but our best boy has come around and turned into a boy who is proud and excited to be a big brother. Truly, we are blessed with a peaceful, beautiful baby girl, and a loving, helpful big boy. Life is good!