tough day for Mommy

Gage had her visit at Shriners Hospital today in Springfield to look at her hip. The Dr. was absolutely wonderful and our little peanut was fitted and came home in her brace. Gage seems to be OK with it - Mommy is just sad to not see her cute little feet for six weeks. We feel blessed after being there to have such a healthy child though and know that down the road this will seem like such a short little blip in her history. Rich is much better about putting things in perspective but he and Gage keep mom smiling.

It's Katie! I am feeling a bit more like a human being today and thought I should make my first post! Gage just screamed hello to her Aunt Lindsey and greeted several of the girls as they arrived back on campus - she was a hit - eyes wide open and checking everything out. She has decided that Gaga's swing is the place to be and the Acton's brought over some premie clothes that actually fit her. She's looking so different already now that a lot of her swelling in her face has gone done. She's definitely a peanut but has got her Dad's long spindly legs (definitely didn't get those from Mommy!) Rich is putting some more photos up tonight. He has to go back to work tomorrow :( but he's taking off days later in the week - we'll definitely miss him!

Luca has been totally ignoring Gage until today. He gave her a gentle little lick on her forehead tonight though and then kept going about his own business - pretty cute!

Greetings from Gage

She's here!

We'd love for all of you to meet Gage Carlyle Calhoun! She was born January 3rd at 7:53pm and she (and her mommy!) are resting and doing great this morning. She weighs in at a spritely 5 lbs 14 oz and is 18.75 inches long. Obviously, she is exceptionally beautiful.

Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

It's time!

Waiting and Hoping....

For those who have expressed outrage that we have not updated the blog, we promise that there is not much to update...yet. The holidays came and went and Baby Hooner teased a few times but apparently she is being stubborn and holding out for a little longer! Hopefully, she will be joining us soon and we can entertain you all with photos and video. The highlight of the week was the wicked awesome baby shower that Aurelia threw Katie this past Saturday. Everyone had a wonderful time and Baby Hooner loves all of her new gear! Happy New Year!