S5: 2008

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Avery Alyn is 1 month old today!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Friday, November 21, 2008

It's a Girl!!!

On Friday November 21st at 12:33 in the afternoon we were blessed with the birth of our baby girl, Avery Alyn Sonsel. She weighs 7 pounds 3 ounces and is 21 inches long. The labor and birth went smoothly and Marla and Avery are both doing great. We got to take her home on Saturday afternoon. Here are a few pictures of our new baby. The three of us would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and support.

One Last Belly Shot, 5:45am

Getting prepped for the big day.

They broke Marla's water at about 9:45am, she was in labor for about 2 hours, and after 40 minutes of pushing, at 12:33pm Avery Alyn Sonsel took her first breath.

Dr. Duke cuts the cord.

Mom and baby meet for the fist time.

Getting cleaned up by the nurses.

A quick check of her vitals showed everything was looking good.

First Kiss

Second Kiss

What the Heck Just Happened to Me?

Sleepy Girl

Wittle Bitty Feet

Baby Burrito

This is kind of interesting. One percent of babies have a "True Knot" in the umbilical cord. It is not harmful unless it gets pulled tight before birth.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Friday is the BIG Day!!!

My doctor has decided to induce me on Friday! So, here is the last preggo pic. :) Thank you all for your continued concern, support, & prayers. We will be in touch!

Sunday, November 9, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES!

Saturday night was the Marine Birthday Ball here in Corpus at the Omni Bayfront. Here are a couple of pictures...

Marla & Melissa

Of course, we had to get some shots with Ace when we got home!

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Monday, October 27, 2008

Texas A&M vs. Texas Tech

So, I am a little late with this post but we have had some computer issues. :) Here are some pictures of the game. I wasn't able to go since I was on bed rest...I missed a good time! The Aggies lost but they still put up a good fight! Gig 'em!

The crowd & Fightin' TX Aggie Band

Jake & Jason "humping it" at the game...

Harry & Misty

Gerrit & Sara

Alissa, Misty & Sara

OBEYING THE LAW?!

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

HAPPY FALL!

I am now 34 weeks! Thanks to everyone for your calls, emails, & prayers. The doctor released me on Monday to do "light" housework & also go out to dinner!

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Tagged!

My friend in San Diego, Melissa, tagged me...so here it is! For the 5 people that I am tagging, I look forward to reading your answers!

Rules: Each player answers the questions themselves. At the end of the post, the player then tags 5 people & posts their names, then goes to their blog & leaves them a comment letting them know that they have been tagged & asking them to read your blog. Let the person who tagged you know when you've answered the questions on your blog.

10 YEARS AGO I...
1. Was attending Texas A&M University
2. Was anxious to finish my classes so I could start student teaching
3. Was working part time at the Children's Center on campus
4. Was wondering when I would get married & have children...but NOT AT ALL rushing it...just curious!
5. Was lovin' college life!

5 THINGS ON TODAY'S TO DO LIST...
1. Catch up on emails
2. Write some thank you cards
3. Return some phone calls
4. Watch "Blades of Glory" when my hubby gets home
5. Order some things off of our baby registry

5 THINGS I WOULD DO IF I WERE A MILLIONAIRE...
1. Donate to a few charities
2. Share with family
3. Travel the world with my family
4. Hire a housekeeper
5. Invest so my children have a secure future

5 PLACES I HAVE LIVED...
1. Cypress, TX
2. College Station, TX
3. Houston, TX
4. San Diego, CA
5. Corpus Christi, TX

5 JOBS I HAVE HAD...
1. Babysitter
2. Checker/office worker/pharmacy tech at Klein's Supermarket
3. Preschool teacher
4. Waitress
5. 2nd grade teacher

People I am tagging...Sandy, Shana, Alicia, Melissa C., Rhea Dawn