Olivia's Birthday

Olivia's birthday was on Friday. She turned 3 - I can't believe she's 3 already! We've had a lot of company since Beau arrived 3 weeks ago. My parents were here for the first two weeks and my sister-in-law Caity was here for a week and my in-laws just left yesterday morning. It was really nice to have everyone here and they were all such a big help. Sean's parents were here for Olivia's birthday on Friday which was really nice. We went to her school and brought cupcakes for her class and had a little party. We took her to the zoo on Saturday and then had a little party at home. I bought a Wilton cake pan in the shape of Little Mermaid and my mother-in-law ended up making the cake for me because I just didn't have time. She did a great job - it turned out great and Olivia loved it. She got a lot of nice presents. Her big present was a bouncer for outside. She had a lot of fun playing in it over the weekend.

Beau was 3 weeks old on Friday. He's already changed a lot. His face is really filling out. He has been a really good baby - we are so lucky. He eats A LOT. He's starting to stay awake more during the day. It's hard at this age though because there's not much you can do with them. He doesn't really like to be laid down on his play mat or in his swing very much. He likes to be held if he isn't asleep. Olivia was the same way. I haven't gotten much done since I've been off. I am enjoying the time with him though because it goes so fast and they aren't this little very long. I didn't really enjoy that time with Olivia because I didn't know what to expect and I was stressed out worrying about keeping her happy all of the time. It is definitely easier this time around. I do wish that Sean didn't have to go out of town at all though. It is really hard to juggle two kids at night by yourself. Olivia has been great though. We were really worried but she loves her little brother and doesn't seem to be jealous at all.

I just want to say thanks again to everyone who came down for all of your help. We really appreciated it - and we miss you!!