Celebrity in the NICU

Jacquelyn decided she wanted to stay in the NICU a little longer.  Thanks to deductive reasoning and a very successful google search Mark and I finally figured out the reason why....

There has been a celebrity hanging out in the NICU.  It is none other than 6' 11", 2006 1st round NBA pick, forward-center for the Portland Trailblazers, LaMarcus Aldridge.

iJacquelyn

Uncle Bryan,
I don't care if the EVO prints money, grants three wishes, and can build me an island then transform into a jet and transport me there; I want an iPhone 4. It has the WiFis.

Fightin Texas Aggie Class of 2032

Our Future Aggie

Gig'em!

Note left on the wall in our hospital room to Jacquelyn from her Dad, Fightin Texas Aggie Class of 2002.

First Family Picture

Our Baby Girl is Growing Up So Fast

On Saturday we celebrated Jacquelyn's three week birthday.  Our baby girl is growing up so fast.  Today she officially out grew preemie sized clothing.  The newborn size is still huge on her but no more preemie clothes for our little Jacquelyn who now ways almost five and a half pounds. 

Here are a few of my favorite moments over the last three weeks...

Jacquelyn is four days old in this picture and this was the first time I got to hold her other than for a minute right after she was born.  The wait made it the longest four days of my life, but the moment I got to hold her was absolutely amazing.  I never knew you could love someone so much until that moment. 

On my birthday my amazing daughter called up her dad and said "Hey Mark I need a favor" and asked him to pick up a very special birthday gift just from her.  It was the best gift I have ever received.  She really is our "little miracle" just like the frame says.  Later that night the family came over to celebrate my birthday over fajitas and raspberry chocolate cake.  We were all sad Jacquelyn was not able to be there but I will never forget celebrating with Jacquelyn and Mark in the NICU before we went home. 

Mark had to wait a little longer than I did but when Jacquelyn was six days old her Dad got to hold her for the first time.

I just love this little face and had to share this picture.

You might notice that the receiving blanket Jacquelyn is wrapped in is the same pattern as the one Mark is wrapped up with in his baby picture from 30 years ago, posted previously under Helpful Hints.

To celebrate her two week birthday we broke out the Texas A&M hat.

Happy Three Week Birthday Jacquelyn

Jacquelyn's First "Little" Visitors

Although they did not get to go into the NICU to meet Jacquelyn she has already had some visits from her Best Friend, Addison, and her Big Cousin, Shaun.  Addison and Shaun had a fun play date a few months ago and were very excited to be reunited. 

Addison was being so sweet and about to give Shaun a kiss when I snapped this shot.

David, Shaun and Erica drove all the way up from Corpus Christi to surprise me and meet Baby Jacquelyn the day after she was born.  It was so much fun to see them and their trip to Fort Worth means the world to me.  Thanks again guys for making the trip.  We can't wait to see you again at Thanksgiving.

Progress...

These last few weeks I have been busy taking pictures but not uploading them for your viewing pleasure.  Tonight as I was going through them I found some belly shots I have not shared that show our progress throughout the pregnancy.  Here is an update on Week 32 and 36.

I have cropped my head out of this picture because I had already been in the hospital for over five weeks at this point without make up, hair products or natural sunlight.

Mark looking good and holding up well at week 32. 

Mark and I are so blessed with our early arrival and enjoy watching her grow instead of my belly. 

Helpful Hints

As a helpful hint Mark and I thought we would share some pictures of us as babies to help you decide who Baby Jacquelyn looks the most like.  Happy Voting!

Jacquelyn all fresh and clean after a bath. 18 days old in this picture.

Since she has Gene Lyons hair does this mean I get extra votes?

Rachel - 9 months old

Mark - Brand New