No Fair

Well, I guess the fair will have to wait. Matt injured his back (we don't know how) and wasn't able to get relief from tylenol, motrin, or the heating pack. So, off to the ER we went. It was a relatively quick visit (less than 2 hours). They gave him some stronger pain killers and a muscle relaxer, which should have him wiped out here shortly. Luckily, they don't think it's anything serious, just some strained muscles.

I Survived Another Surgery

Well, this past Wednesday I had to have a cyst removed from my left wrist as well as shaving down some of the bone. I was scheduled to go in at 2pm, but it was nearly 7pm before I got to the OR. I don't remember much right after surgery, but the nurses told me I was thrashing around quite a bit. I figure it must have been from the pain. When I finally came to (or the first I remember anyway) they were wheeling me from the post-op room into a room on the med-surg floor at the hospital here. I was crying and shaking from the pain and I could barely talk. Add that to the intense nausea and well, I earned myself an overnight stay. Luckily, we planned ahead and Matt had already taken leave Wed-Fri to help out with Madilyn.

I had my post-op doctor appointment today and they took off the huge, bulky dressing. I got to see the incision and stitches. It was bigger than I thought and my hand is still pretty swollen. A picture of my stitches is below for those of you who like that kind of thing. Then they re-wrapped it up, and I'm in a splint for the next 3 weeks. It's pretty painful, but hopefully it will be better in the long run.

Madilyn also had her 4 month vaccines today. I know I should have done them when we had her doctor visit nearly two weeks ago, but she was a real crank that day. I figured we didn't need to add shots to that mix. I gave her some Tylenol about 30 min before going in today and she did great. Matt held her and she barely even cried. I hope she does as well tomorrow as she's been doing all day!

Madi's new bumbo seat came in the mail yesterday. I need to get some new pictures of her in it and get them up soon.

The Jackson County Fair is going on through tomorrow, and I think we're going to check it out tomorrow. Should be lots of fun and hopefully pictures to follow.

Thats all for now. Whew!

Sunday Morning

After church this morning, I thought Madilyn looked so cute in her little dress, I needed to take a picture or two. Since I know you all enjoy them as much as I do, I thought I'd share :) This dress was given to Madilyn by Matt's Aunt Tracy. Thank you Great Aunt Tracy!





A few days ago Madilyn and I met up with Natalie and Isabella at the base pool. I think we may go again today! Anyway, Madilyn played hard in the water and she was SO tired after. She passed out in her stroller cuddling her towel. Too cute. I love this kid.

Thank you Grammy and Grampy!!!

Madilyn's Grammy and Grampy sent her a new toy today. She LOVES it!!! Thank you!

Dinner and a playdate

Last night Natalie and Isabella joined us for dinner. We had a great time catching up after our vacations and it was fun getting the girls together again! Isabella is rapidly catching up to Madilyn! At this point, Madilyn is about 1 inch and 1 pound bigger.

Here are a few pictures from last night :)

Four Month Check Up

Madilyn had her four month check up yesterday and is growing nicely. She's going to be a very petite little lady. She weighed in at 12lbs 3oz and is now 24 inches long. This puts her in the 25% for her wight and the 50% for her height. Doctor said she's perfectly healthy, and we couldn't ask for anything more!

A trip to Aspen and Denver!

We had a wonderful trip! Sorry to those of you who check often, I know it's not like me to go so long without updating!!!!

Madilyn was an angel on the plane both ways, what a great baby. Our journey started with a quick overnight stay in Oklahoma City, where we met up with Adam for the afternoon and dinner. We all had a great time.

Next we me up with my Mom and drove to Aspen for the majority of the week. It was so beautiful. I really miss the mountains :(


While walking around the village, Madilyn wanted to have her picture taken with one of the bears.

Madilyn was so tired from playing, she passed out on her play gym while enjoying some fresh mountain air.

This kid really goes get cuter every time I look at her. What a charmer!

After Aspen, we got to spend an extra 48 hours or so in Denver. This was the first time Shelley, Elaine, Jordan, Taylor and many others got to meet her!

Madilyn and Elaine

With "Aunt" Shelley

Taylor and Madilyn

Jordan, Madilyn and Elaine

One Week vs. 3 1/2 months

Oh. My. Goodness.

Just a comparison of Madilyn in her carseat at one week and again today, at three and a half months.

Grandmas and Grandpas...

Sunday afternoon, Matt's parents and grandparents came for a quick visit to Altus. Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Merritt got to meet little Madilyn for the fist time. Although their visit was short, we were so happy to have them here! We hope you all had a great time and have safe travels back home!

Madilyn and Grandma Sandy

Madi's first hair bow!

Great-Grandma Merritt

Madilyn, where did your toes go???

Look how big she's getting!

Great-Grandpa Merritt

She's all smiles!

Madilyns First Playgroup

A small group of girls around here have started a new playgroup for all these little babies in Altus (there are lots of them)! Today, Madi and I went with my neighbor, Natalie, and her daughter, Isabella. We had a great time and look forward to doing it again soon :)

Here are a few pictures from today's affairs.

Madilyn loved this little bumbo chair! I really need to find one for her!