Cute Baby Photos!

I am a sucker for baby kissing photos. I saw one once of Jeff sleeping next to his little sister when he was 3 (or 4). It is so precious. I try to get each one of my kids showing a little affection toward the other - it is a rare moment! :-) Maybe they will appreciate it when they are older.
Our beautiful little Adalyn!
Here is Jake on Easter Sunday. I tried to get him to stay in his clothes so I could take a photo of all the children - but, like always, he didn't listen!

CAST OFF!

Juliana got her cast off on Thursday when we went in for Adalyn's two week checkup. Apparently, it wasn't supposed to hurt, but she sure screamed like it did! Her leg healed nicely with no visual hint of a break. It did, however, take her two days to walk on it! Now she drags her right like behind her when she walks. It reminds us of a pirate!
The kids wanted to go swimming in the hot tub - so we let them. Except it wasn't hot and the weather was only 60 degrees! It was a "crowning moment" of parenting. And the swimming didn't last long at all! Brrrr!
Juliana's two favorite things: wearing Addy's clothes and swinging in the swing!
Juliana fell asleep in the baby chair on the counter. I couldn't resist this cute photo!
Finally, the first picture of "The Girls!" I am SO LUCKY to be a mom! It is a real blessing and honor to raise these darling personalities. While it isn't always easy, it is ALWAYS worth it to stay home and capture moments like this! I love my little family!

Happy Birthday Juliana!

Happy Birthday Princess Juliana!

Our little girl is TWO!! I feel like she has grown up so quickly. She is so full of personality and life. She is our little princess! She has her dad wrapped around her finger - quite the Daddy's girl. Can't say I blame her; he IS an incredible guy! Juliana is also very much into clothes. I have never seen someone change clothes as often as Juliana! You should see our laundry!! Her choice of outfits keeps us all laughing.

It just seems like yesterday when I brought her home from the hospital; all pink, beautiful and delicate. She has grown into such a sweet little girl - into dolls, clothes, shoes, purses and pink. I couldn't ask for a better toddler. We love her energy and excitement she brings to our home. Her laugh is a sweet sound to our ears. We are so thankful for her in our family!!!

Happy Birthday sweet Juliana!! WE LOVE YOU!!!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!

Easter is always a fun tradition at the Lifferth home. The Easter bunny hides the baskets at Mimi's and Papa's. But these aren't ordinary hiding places! NOOO!!! In fact, HOURS are spent looking for these baskets. And you can't tell if you found someone else's basket. All is fair in Easter Basket hunting! Last year, Jeff and Ryan's were in an air duct. This year was the "crowning moment" - Jeff's was in the motor of the drinking fountain and Ryan's was in the deep freezer! It took Jeff 2.5 hours to find his basket. We all love this tradition ! Thanks Easter Bunny!

Family Time!

This is baby Adalyn - one week old!


Inspecting the new little sister!

Jake has been such a good big brother! I just loves Addy and wants to hold her all the time. He is very gentle with her and loves to look at her little toes and fingers. What a good brother he is!

More delivery photos

This is me at 12:20 - before the "real labor" began...

Proud Grandpa of FOUR - three of which are mine. Could you get on it Karalee??

Adayln Alejandra Wright Meets the Family, Poor girl! ;-)

Here are some more photos of her meeting her beloved family! Juliana was quick to point out her body parts and she just LOVES Addy's bow! I am not sure how excited Adayln is to be here, but she will quickly adjust!!

Adalyn's Speedy Delivery

Say Hello to our newest addition! I went to the doctor on Thursday at 10 am where she checked me and found I was dilated to a 7! Not too big of a surprise because I was a 5 the week before! She suggested that I go to the hospital to deliver the baby. I said I didn't want to go to the hospital when I am not in labor to which she replies, "well, honey, you ARE in labor!" So I called Jeff and arranged for my brother to come and watch the other children and we went to the hospital (which, I might add, was SO MUCH NICER during the day than during the night!) Short story short, We arrived at the hospital, got checked in and hooked up. The nurses immediately found an irregular heart beat on the baby. They got nervous and called in a few specialists. at 2:30ish they broke my water. That's when the "real" labor began and quickly progressed. I delivered with an incredible Midwife who walked me through everything. I received medication at 3:05 and delivered baby Adalyn at 3:14. They quickly found a "true" knot in the baby's umbillical cord. It is a literal knot tied in the cord that could have devistating results. I was told countless times how lucky I was that the baby survived the birth because, apparently, most stillbirths are caused by a "true" knot. It was an incredible experience and I was humbled with how blessed I was to deliver a healthy baby girl. The doctors, however, found a small murmur in her heart and were concerned that they would have to take her to Primary Children's Hospital. After several tests, they concluded that she had an "innocent" heart murmur due to stress at birth and would continue to monitor her. Again, another tender mercy from the Lord - she woke up the next morning with absolutely no murmur. She has continued to be a small miracle baby since we found out we were expecting her. Obviously she has some work to do on earth! We love our new little girl!