Happy 2 Months!!

Happy 2 Months old sweet baby girl!!!!

I can't believe she's already 2 months old! Where has the time gone!?!

We went in for the dreaded 2 month checkup to see the pediatrician on December 3rd. Patrick and I had bets on how much she would weigh. Lets face it folks The Ransdell's have big babies.  Our wonderful pediatrician walks in the room looks at her weight and says, "Did the nurse make a mistake/Did you see her weigh Collins".....so funny! After reviewing her other stats and taking a look at her he was okay. He thought she might be gaining too much. I told the pediatrician I make chocolate milk:) She weighed 12lbs, 2oz and was 22.75 inches long. We say she's "Fat and Happy". And who won the bet....Daddy! I went back and looked at how much Walker weighed at 2 months and they are exactly on the same track. She is still doing really well at sleeping- we put her down around 7:30pm and she sleeps until 1am- then she will give me another 3 hrs and then another 2 hours. She is so much fun to be with, but with one exception...she only likes her mommy to hold her. She's getting a little better with Daddy. Keep your fingers crossed she snaps out of this really soon.

Working on a little tummy time!

Can you tell it's her least favorite activity!!

Look at this sweet beautiful face!! 

Can you tell how much her hair is growing in the front!?! We say it's like a Cha Cha Chia pet:) Everyone comments on how much she looks like her daddy and brother...I just don't see it yet.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday Brooke!

Today is a very special day in the life of the Ransdell Family.  Today is Brooke's birthday!  The glue to the family and the person who literally takes care of all of us -- today is her special day.  I don't really know how or what we could even possibly do to tell her exactly how much Walker, Collins and I really appreciate her.

We had a great weekend in Seneca/Atlanta before Brooke's birthday and we are pleased that Moppy is in town today and this week to help celebrate (and it allows us to escape for dinner tonight!)  

This is the first birthday that Collins gets to celebrate.  A special day indeed.  Collins didn't exactly want mommy to go.  That is becoming a trend lately.

Happy Birthday to the greatest mother and wife a guy could ever ask for.  8 1/2 years ago (below) - you made the most fortunate husband - thank you.  I love you -- Patrick.

After looking at that picture I really need to work out!

Officially in the Spirit.....

Walker and I have been listening to Christmas music (Alvin & The Chipmunks Christmas) in the car for the last month. And I can definitely tell you we are officially in the Christmas spirit around here. I'm so excited about this holiday season I don't know what to do. Walker makes the season so magical and it's so fun to see the excitement in his little eyes!! Now we have two little ones to make this season happy and bright!! 

Last night we enjoyed family movie night by watching Polar Express and eating popcorn and hot cocoa.

There is nothing better than snuggling with this guy on the couch:)

Look who flew in from the North Pole last night....Buddy the Elf!!

Buddy included a letter for Walker and boy did he touch on all the things he needs to work on in order to be on the "Good" list:)

We had a very exciting morning.....What's that you see.....

Who could possibly be in the helicopter.....

It's Santa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This morning we went to the mall to see Santa fly in on a helicopter. 

Santa made a quick stop in the area just to double check to make sure where all of the good little boys and girls live. Walker could not believe Santa was on the helicopter. He was sooooo excited!!

Such fun family memories together!! 

A local high school band playing....another one of Walker's favorites!!

Best Buds!!

The band marched inside the entire mall behind the train!

A little glimpse of Collins enjoying her first trip to see Santa:) and Walker hitching a ride on the front of the BOB! We are officially ready to kick off this holiday season....YIPEE!!

Happy 1 Month!

HAPPY 1 MONTH SWEET LITTLE GIRL!!

My oh my how things have changed around here:) This little girl has surely added such joy to our family.  We are having so much fun with her. She is such a great baby.  She is so happy unless she's hungry or she's trying to poop..HA! She says,  "Poopin' Ain't Easy":):) 

It's so hard to believe she's already 7 weeks old. She's beginning to "coo' and smile a little at us. Walker absolutely adores her!! First thing he does after coming home from preschool is wash his hands so he can either hold or touch baby sister. He will say, "Mommy, I haven't held baby sister all day it's my turn now". Although, don't let him fool you...he can be a little crabby some times with her as well. Walker has such a tender heart- he accidentally hit her in the head with one of his blow up toys (thank god it was blow up and on the softer side) she made this terrible scream and Walker ran up stairs hid behind the chair and cried. He was truly worried about her. 

Collins loves to swing and play on her activity mat. We are still working on tummy time.  She loves to cuddle and loves to be held. We are working on putting her down:) She's sleeping in her crib 3-4 hrs between feedings at night. She's so easy riding in the car unlike when Walker was a baby. She's already attended 2 UNCW basketball games and 1 volleyball game...I will try and snap a picture at the next game. She's quite the little Seahawk already:) Patrick and I are betting how much she weighs....I can't wait for her 2 month check up in a few weeks. She's going to be just like her brother, "Fat and Happy"!! Sister doesn't miss a meal:)

Collins first trip to the beach!

Our sweet friends, The Dooley's gave her this monogrammed onesie!

Doesn't get any better than this......

And I just so happened to catch these two holding hands.....

Oh it melts my heart!!!

L-O-V-E!

How long will it last??

We love this sweet girl so much! 

God has truly blessed our family with two beautiful healthy children!!!

Happy Birthday, Papa!!

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Papa, Happy Birthday to you!!

Happy Birthday to the BEST Papa and Dad in the entire world. I can't believe you're celebrating 70 years today. Like I told you today- "70 is the new 30". We love you and hope you had a great day. Wish we were there to give you a BIG squeeze around the neck. I hope you enjoyed Walker singing to you today. We love you very much!!

Jules & Pops Visit!!

We had two super special visitors the last two weeks. I know one little boy who could hardly stand it when he found out Jules was coming to visit.  We always have such a great time together when Jules comes.  We miss you already Jules, please come back soon:) Jules got to participate in a lot of fun things while she was here- Grandparent's Day, a UNCW volleyball and basketball game and Walker's last soccer game on top of spending lots of quality time with her new granddaughter:) 

Grandparents Day 2012

Jules got to participate in Grandparents Day at Walker's school. This year the theme was "Construction". It was so fun to listen to him sing his new songs around the house. They practiced so hard getting ready for such a special day. Walker also made the noodle necklace Jules is wearing. He was so excited to show off one of his favorite people in the entire world...JULES!! Thanks Jules for being here- so glad Walker was able to celebrate YOU!!

Helping Jules make the annual pumpkin cake!

What these two do best- licking the beaters!!!!

Poor Collins- they wouldn't share with her....I know exactly how you feel Collins. 

Next year I give you permission to fight those silly boys for your share of icing!!

Pumpkin Cake 2012

Walker and Jules did a GREAT job!!

Patrick, Mommy, Walker, Collins and Jules all carved and painted pumpkins.

Thanks to Hurricane Sandy we had to set up shop in the garage.

Collins watched while staying warm under her blanket!

Jules enjoying spending time with her sweet Bumblebee:)

Pops also came to meet Collins!!

I love you Jules and Pops!!

On Sunday we headed out for a walk on the beach.

It was an absolutely gorgeous and warm day especially for November!!

We are so blessed to live at the beach!

Working on a fall masterpiece with Jules!

Such a beautiful fall tree!!

 Good job Walker and Jules!!

Thank you Jules and Pops for coming to visit us. We always have such a great time with you and it's always hard to see you leave. Walker and Collins are VERY lucky to have two grandparents like you. We love you dearly and can't wait to see you in December.

Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween!!

We had so much fun last night trick or treating in our neighborhood!!

Watch out for the Great White Shark 

or 

some of you may know him as Walker:)

Showing off his fin!!

Have you ever seen a bumblebee as cute as this one?!!?

Collins loved being a bumblebee! 

Thank you to Aunt Sandra and Uncle Matt Matt for sending her this adorable costume. It was absolutely perfect for her. Also thank you to Jules for staying home with this sweet little bumblebee handing out candy while we went trick or treating with the Great White Shark!

Sweet family!!

Lovin' on the sweet bumblebee.......

AND then......

The Great White Shark decided to attack his prey.......

I love you Jules!

A rare moment when the Great White Shark and the Bumblebee decided to be friends:)

We invited our friends over Keri, John and Owen to trick or treat with us.

The Great White Shark and the Ninja were filling their bellies with pizza before heading out.

The boys had an absolute blast running from house to house together. I love listening to all the things they say to each other.

Watch out!!!!

And their off...the first house of the night!!

Posing with the Pirate...Argh Matey!!

Cutest Great White Shark I know:)

Checking out their loot.....I feel so bad for their preschool teacher this morning.

Luckily, we did make it out of the house this morning without Walker asking for any candy....although he did wake up at 5am this morning ready to go!! Could have been the 15 suckers, 10 candy bars and 8 bags of skittles he ate before bed last night:):)