Summa Time!

Summer Baby!

This is fun I think?
I'm all tuckered out!

Hey Dad!
Sun bathing!
Me and my girl

Daddy showing Savannah how to channel surf
I had my shots today and I don't feel good
For my NY Peeps

What a fun few weeks. Going back to work has been an adjustment but I go home at lunch to see Savannah and I rush home after work. We're lucky we live so close!

Savannah had her 2 month check up last Friday. She weighs 10.8lbs and is 23inches long! She's in the 50th percentile for weight and 75th for length. She has a long torso like me, which I hate to tell her is bad for finding shirts. They're never long enough! And she has long legs like her dad. The Dr. said she sees 4 month old babies that are 23 inches long! She only cried for a second when she had her shot, then I picked her up and gave her kisses to make her feel better. That night though we could tell she didn't feel good, poor girl. She just couldnt get comfortable.

As you can see from the pics we took Savannah swimming last weekend at Kevins parents pool. It was almost 95 degrees so the cool pool felt amazing. She really like it! I was so excited! We took her in again in the evening too, and she didn't cry for a second. I just loved seeing her enjoy it.

We'll write again soon! Its hard to find time now that I'm back to work full time. When I get home all I want to do is play with Savannah, but we'll still keep you updated on our lives!

Lots of Love!

Jen

Here is the link to the latest pics on Shutterfly!

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Update! Fam is gone, and its back to Reality for Momma!

I like this bathtub stuff, I'm warm and toasty!
Happy with my Paci in my new seersucker dress!
NOT happy because Mom took my paci out for a PICTURE!! WAAAAHHHH! Is that a face or what?
Dimple face
Uncle Rick, Savannah, and Matthew

Baba and Savannah
Michelle and naked Butt!
Derrrrrr, these are my Billy Bob teethers!
Like my mini skirt?
Savannah and Aunt Christi (notice Savannahs old man hair line)

My feet don't quite touch the ground. Mom did you read the directions it says 4 months not 2!
Ahhh life on the porch....
Mom went to Chattanooga, TN and all I got was this stupid visor.
Ammmmerrrrica the Beautiful! It's the Happy Memorial Day Baby! PRESH!
Nana and her grand baby

Well, we had great visits with the fam! Dad and Michelle had a blast with little Savvy. They couldn't believe how big she'd gotten *ok there was my cliche statement for this post*, but seriously the grandparents fawned over her. Lavishing her with kisses, and new apparel. I think it was fun for them now that she looks at faces and acknowledges people. I mean newborns are fun but they are little sacks of potatoes..eat...sleep....poop...eat...sleep...poop...you get the picture. Not that she's writing screenplays now or anything but eye contact and gummy smiles are a major step up!

Ed bought Savannah a Memorial Day themed dress (see pics) she was very patriotic for a her first trip out of STATE!! Duh duh Daaaa! She went to Tennessee Folks! Very exciting...she did sleep through it but we told her about it when she woke up. We even bought the dogs little visors...only they would appreciate this. We had a blast and Ed fell in love with her of course.

Next we had Dad and Michelle and again we had a great time. We gave Savannah baths put in her Billy Bob teeth paci, hung out on the porch, shopped, cooked...did you see the Billy Bob teeth! Ha ha ha! So funny! Who thinks of that stuff?

It was so great to see my parents with Savannah, nothing is sweeter than seeing your parents love your baby.

I went back to work today...wow. So I think I cried like 100 times this weekend in anticipation of how terrible it would be. But this morning with the help of my amazing caring husband I made it to work without too many tears. Everytime he'd look at me though to make sure I was ok I'd burst into tears. He was so worried about me...he texted me, called me, sent me emails, I think he was sure I was going to lose it. BUT with his comforting words, hugs, love, and not to mention a great babysitter I made it. Darlene was so nice and comforting when I called every hour just to "check up"...I wont always be that annoying promise. Savannah was happy as a clam with her Grandma and Mommy was ok too. I think I was also calmer because I heard a song on the radio that really made me calm down on my way to work..."stronger woman" by Jewel...ok I know lame but hear me out. The song is about her wanting to be a stronger woman, HENCE the name of the song and she says "I want to be the kind of woman I want my daughter to be" A light bulb flashed above my head and I realized I want Savannah to climb the corporate ladder and take over the world...be the president...be a part of the "boys club"....shatter those glass ceilings. And what better way to teach her than do it myself. I'm back to work and plan to take over Mohawk in a few years...buy your stock now folks...I don't want to go to jail for giving insider stock tips so I'll only say it once.

Hope you enjoy our pictures of the week!

Love,

The Palmers

Is Mommy Ready?

SO its a typical day home from work for Kevin...I follow him into the bedroom as I tell him about Savannahs and I's adventures of the day. He nods and smiles...how exciting is it as I explain her poopy diaper in every detail? Anyway I continue...and sit on the bed patting Marley as I pop the big question.

(heck no we aren't ready for another baby! If thats what you're thinking!!!)

"So when do you think Savannah is ready to sleep upstairs in her crib at night?" His head pops from around the bathroom door..."um well I think she's proving she's ready now!" I look at him enquisitively "now?" He says, "well isn't she napping there now? Honey, I think the question is if MOMMY is ready, not Savannah." Ok he has me. Darn. I'm not ready. Shamelessly NOT ready. I want her to stay tiny forever, sleep next to mommy forever. Uhhhh, I never thought I'd be this sappy or weepy about something seemingly so simple.

Who's going to make sure she clears her throat ok when she coughs?

Who's going to move her paci when it pokes her in the face (see photo of my view from my pillow)

Who's going to touch her soft little cheek in the middle of the night to let her know its ok and mommy is right here?

It's not simple...she's sleeping next to me for now. Until....well Im ready. And if she's 16 OH WELL!

She can sleep with mommy forever...my sweet baby girl...always.

Aunt Stacy came to Visit!

Funny Face!
Flower Paci
Savannah in her Bath Robe
Mommy caught my smile!
Cute outfit from Kyle! Love butt!

Savannah in her carrier!
Smiling at Stacy!
Flower Field Pic
Savannah has had enough!
Hey Pretty Girl!

Last Tuesday I learned that Stacy was coming to visit us on Thursday! It was very exciting news, as Savannah has been hearing about her Aunt Stacy for quite some time now. It was a FABULOUS visit, Stace was able to spoil and love all over her. She came bearing tons of gifts (clothes of course, what every girl needs) and Savannah managed to wear most of them during her visit. We took several tours around Calhoun, and mostly spent time chatting and sitting on the front and back porches of my house. We caught up and laughed like old times. We also made out way out to the flower fields in Sugar Valley where we took some cute pics until Savannah had enough and started to cry her little head off. She totally had a meltdown so I thought it was funny...Ha!

Stacy also taught me the 100 uses of Vinegar in your house...do you know them? Oh my goodness what great info. I have used it all over the house and I'm soooo happy. Who knew? Stacy you'd be happy to know I bought a HUGE 5 gallon thing of it and I've since washed my floors, walls, done more laundry...and who knows what else.

The rest of the week Savannah and I spent catching up on errands and dodging some really sketchy "TORNADIC" (yes this is a word the weather people use it) weather. The weather is the one thing I hate about the south. It scared the (BLANK) out of me! I spent several hours in the middle of our house with Savannah in her carrier and the dogs on leashes trying to decide if I should retreat to the basement which has mice at the moment so I REALLY didn't want to go down there...eww miceville.

My mom and Ed come in today...actually they are here now on their way to the Houn. They are staying through the weekend and leave Monday when my dad and Michelle arrive. Welcome to Hotel Palmer (pronounced PALM-AIR with a french accent). We are so happy to have all the visitors, Savannah wont know what to do with herself and all the attention she's about to get!

I'm off to a tennis match! Enjoy the pics of the week!

Love, The Palmer Fam

Good Times!

Tummy time on my surfboard mat!
Daddy and Savannah watching ESPN...Lady wants her spot back!
Front porch sitting!
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Savannah and Rex (he's putting her paci in for me)

Kangaroo Baby
Rub a Dub!
Boppy Time!
I get sleepy with all this picture taking!
Meanwhile in the rainforest...

Hello all! Things are still doing fab! Last week we had a play date with the Richardsons twin boys Max and Rex. Savannah was awake for alot of it and was able to show off her tummy time skills. The boys were fascinated with her, and even helped with her paci (see photos).

I've taken to having Savannah wear big bows on her bald little head. They are soo cute! These will have to do until she gets some hair on her head. She's been loving her play mat and tummy time. We started her tummy time at a few minutes when she was a week or so old. She didn't last long she start to cry in frustration that she couldnt hold up her head. But not now! She'll play on her tummy for 10-15 minutes. Its like a little baby workout for her neck and back! So fun!

I've also been wearing her in her sling since the beginning and she's graduated to a more upright position so she can see out while I do things around the house. I attached a pic of her hanging in her sling while I cleaned the kitchen. She gets sleepy hanging out with mommy so she's taking a cat nap in the pic. Don't you love my lil kangaroo baby?

What a great week its been! And It's getting better my sister Stacy flies in today! Yay! She hasn't been here since our wedding, Im elated! She'll get to meet her first neice, and love all over her! Yay!

Have a good rest of the week!

Love,

The Palmers

Our Little Love Bug!

I just can't stop taking pictures of her, I just can't help it. Well...look at that face! Could you? Another week...another bunch of firsts. What a great baby...I know I know all moms say that. But REALLY. She's just well PERFECT. Sleeps GREAT, she's totally on a schedule, just happy happy!

This week she started taking her afternoon naps in her crib which was very exciting for me. All that work in her nursery, I really wanted her to enjoy it. Not sure that she fully grasps it all yet, but I think she looks mighty cute in there!

Poor Boss..Lady took a chunk out of his ear on Tuesday (likely over a squirrel) which resulted in a rush to the vet...which then resulted in a huge elizabethan collar and many bandages...not to mention a sizable vet bill. YES we have 3 dogs and a baby...YES we're crazy....BUT no we wouldn't change it for the world. I've attached a pic of him looking pitiful, notice Lady in the background still hunting the squirrels in the tree she doesn't give up. What a week with a newborn and a dog like Boss (the spaz) in a collar like that. He would knock everything over, including chairs, ironing boards, drinks....anything his level. It was terrible. He'd almost take me out when I was walking. Thankfully we took the bandages and collar off today. He's doing much better and my bruises and scrapes should heal soon.

Savannah and I are getting lots of use out of our jogging stroller. We've taken several walks at the park, and the weather has been perfect. Its SO nice to get out and enjoy the sunshine. I know little Savvy likes it too, even when she' sleeps through the entire thing. She even wears her little jogging sweatsuit, of course she dresses the part.

She is also loving her nightly baths and massages. Kevin doesn't quite understand why he doesn't get massages too but he'll learn. I've attached some pics of Savannah in her Doggy bath wrap from Susan. Its soo cute, it even has her name embroidered on it. We love our little puppy!

Enjoy the pics of the week! We love everyone!

Love,

The Palmer Clan (if we weren't a clan before, we sure are now!)