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Kaymie Alauna Shumway

Little update- We sat down for dinner at 5pm Monday night, when I decided that the contractions started to hurt. Got to the hospital at 6:30 -dilated to a 6, 75% effaced. Feeling lots of pressure, had them check me again (while still in trioge m/s) and was dilated to an 8. Got to my room and was waiting for the epidural as he was an OR. Then feeling the need to push (but still had my water intact) I asked for meds realizing then I wasn't getting the epidural- and they said it was too late. IT was so hard trying not to push- it is practically impossible!! Finally through my not pushing my water broke and baby was coming. The Dr walked in and I started pushing! She was born at 7:40 weighing 6 lbs 15 oz, 19 3/4 inches long and I must add she is so beautiful. I now know what it is like to have an all natural labor! This is the first time I haven't had to have an episotomy. I am feeling really blessed that she is healthy and I don't have high blood pressure. My platelets went back up (94 before delivery) to 113 the next morning. She is so cute and so fun to have here! Recovery is going great so far, but we are looking forward to mom getting here this afternoon. It was fun to see Stacie and Kam and have them meet Kaymie. We still aren't sure on her hair color- time will tell. Jeff says it is brown. Now for the sleep catch up- is there such a thing???

We really have a pet

and no it's not a lizard or cricket LOL
Can you believe it, we really have a pet... I can't believe it- I'm having a baby what in the nation are we getting a pet for???
So the boys came home from the neighbors and asked if they could have chocolate- I told them no they were grounded from sugar. No chocolate the guinea pig they said. I told them we would talk to daddy about it. The rest of the day that's all they talked about. Jeff and I decided they could, since they have been begging for a pet forEVER and hey this one would be free:) Jeff talked to our neighbor friend and then told the boys that maybe we could get it Sat. Yesterday in walks the boys carrying the cage, food, and shavings!!! Now all I hear is oh chocolate needs more water, mom can I feed him an apple, etc... They are absolutely thrilled with this new pet. I told Jeff it is all his and the boys and the cage better get cleaned often! We haven't gotten it out to hold it yet- am I a mean mom or what- I said daddy has to help you! Heck I'm having a baby, I don't want to deal with another thing. I would post a picture of the cute little guy (although we don't know if it is a boy or girl and either did the owner LOL) but the camera is packed in my hospital bag :)

We're ready for her to come!

We just can't wait for our little baby girl to arrive. I am so excited and ready! What is your guess of when she will make her appearance, how big she will be, and what color her hair will be? (I am due Wed Oct 15th)

Porter's Party

We had Porter's dinosaur party and had a blast! We had a coloring contest, played lots of fun dinosaur games, ate cupcakes, opened presents, and best of all in my boys eyes was the pinata (thanks to Aunt Heidi and Stacie) He was so excited all day and just thought it was the best party ever! Thanks to all those that came and shared in his big day! Happy 5th Birthday Porter, we love you!

Heidi's visit

WE sure enjoyed our visit from Aunt Heidi on Friday. The kids loved playing with their cousins and holding baby Brooklyn. She sur is a cutie and full of smiles and grins. Thanks to Heidi and Stacie for all the baby clothes they brought... I think our girl is going to be dressed so cute!

Little Accident

Porter and I were on a mommy date last night. We were stopped at a red light on the highway. The arrow turned to green (we were going straight) when the car behind me rear ended us! I was totally caught off gaurd since there were lots of stopped cars behind us. I was shocked at how much it jolted us and how much damage there was to Jeffs car. The lady was in a rental car and said her foot slipped off the pedal. I kind of think she pushed on the gas too. I contracted the rest of the evening but am fine this morning, other than the neck and back soreness. Poor Porter was scared, but we are just so glad that we are alright and that it wasn't worse. Now to get her insurance to fix all the damages! We just keep saying prayers of thanks that we are alright!

Fred the Lizard

Porter caught a lizard and it became their new pet for a few days. They held it constantly and somehow Seth even managed to sneek it to school. It died yesterday and they buried it. They had so much fun holding that thing and putting it in Jarom's face. They didn't quite understand why mom didn't want it in the house. Seth loved to squeeze him enough so that he would open his mouth and stick out his tongue. They even found a baby cricket to feed it. I guess boys will be boys and I sure love having boys!

Baby Shower

It was so much fun opening up pink and purple things! Thanks to everyone that came and the many gifts for our little girl. We are even more anxious for her arrival now. The food was delicious- thanks to all those who helped out! I love you guys. I wish I would of taken more pictures!

Seth Firsts

Seth lost his first tooth!

He told us Sunday before 2:00 church that his tooth was loose and by the time it was dinner, he had wiggled it out! We were quite amazed that he accomplished this FIRST so well and actually got it out himself! He was so excited that the tooth fairy brought him quarters under his pillow.

Seth learns to ride a bike!

So the neighbor 3rd grade boy took off the training wheels to this little bike and Seth hopped on and away he went! We've tried working with him on his big bike, but maybe he needed a little bike to catch on. He is loving it! Now Porter is wanting to learn too, but Seth won't ever let him on the "little" bike. Way to go Seth!