A Birthday Suprise

May is month that is full of birthdays, one of which is my Mom's. After a week of being home, Aaron went back to work and I realized I wasn't going to get any rest at home by myself with two kids. I was talking to my sister on Monday morning and she was telling me her plans to go down and visit my mom for her birthday and what they were going to do. I got this crazy idea that I should go down and surprise my mom for her birthday. So I loaded my poor kids into the car at 4 in the morning on Tuesday (her birthday) and headed to San Diego. Kaylynn was only 12 days old and she slept the whole way there. We arrived around 8:30 in the morning and we had just missed my mom who left to go to yoga. So we hid at Grandmommy's house till she got home. She was shocked to see us, which made it all the more fun. We stayed for the rest of the week and I don't think Kaylynn was ever laid down, except at night to sleep. I got the much needed help I needed in order to rest and let myself re-cooperate. Ashton had so much fun he didn't even want to come home. How do you compete with lots of land to run on, chickens, tons of family to entertain you, a trampoline, and a giant ball you can climb in and roll around. I was glad he had fun and it was good for him to get so much attention as well.

It was wonderful getting to see half the family, I apologize to those we didn't see. We will be back soon to see everyone I promise. For now, here are some fun pictures from our trip. Kaylynn even went on her first girls night out. My mom, Taryn, Kaylynn, and I went to see Letters to Juliet. It was such a fun night and Kaylynn was an angel of course, she slept through the whole movie. Ashton had fun with papa at home enjoying his own boys night. Thanks everyone for a wonderful trip, we will be seeing soon!

Ashton's Preschool Graduation

Well despite the fact I just had a baby, it somehow has not slown us down at all. Before she was even a week old, Kaylynn and I attended Ashton's first preschool graduation. Mrs. Moore decorated her house and each of the kids had a graduation cap and notebook filled with all the things they learned. Each child was given a certificate with a super hero name. Ashton was the Cleaning super hero. He was her biggest helper when it came to clean up time. Ashton didn't even like finger painting because it got his hands dirty, what a funny boy. She talked about their class and the boys (and Audrey) all looked so cute. Ashton had a wonderful experience and loved his class. We are sad that the year has already come to end, but am thankful for such a wonderful teacher who taught him so much. I can only hope next year will be as good as last. Thanks Mrs. Moore for a wonderful year and a fantastic graduation party!

Kaylynn Lee Mohler

Well she has finally arrived!

Kaylynn Lee Mohler was born May 13th at 12:36 pm. She weighed 8 pounds 10 ounces and was 22 inches long.

I checked into the hospital at 4 am, signed my paperwork, and crawled into bed. I received my pitocin at 5 and they broke my water at 7. From the time I started contractions until she was born, it was only 4 hours. When the doctor walked in he looked and said oh there is her head. I was trying to wait knowing that my mom was only 5 minutes away. He said we couldn't wait because she was coming on her own. I pushed and 6 minutes later she was born! I couldn't believe how fast it went. I thought Ashton's birth was easy peasy and she was even easier. Dr. Swainston was wonderful and had us laughing the entire time, he even wore metal teeth that said push. Mommy didn't have any tearing and no stitches which means I have felt great since coming home from the hospital.

Kaylynn was beautiful and perfect. I couldn't believe how big she was and she was four days early. I never thought I would have a baby bigger than 8 pounds. She had beautiful black hair and pretty blue eyes. All her tests came back perfect and she has been an angel baby. Last night she even slept 6 hours in a row. Once we brought her home from the hospital, she started smiling at us. On day two she even laughed. She has the cutest giggle that I have now heard 4 times. I never knew a baby could laugh and smile so young. She just loves being around everyone and has been a wonderful baby. Ashton loves his little sister and is doing really well with her. He loves giving her kisses and crawling up with mommy and sister to watch a movie. I feel so blessed and have really enjoyed my experience. Thank you thank you mom and grandmommy for making it such a wonderful weekend and taking such good care of us. Aaron has been so supportive and even helps me at night time and has been great with Ashton. We are so blessed, we love our new little girl!

She had her first doctors appointment today and she did great. The doctor couldn't believe how long she was and her weight. He said he was surprised because she looks thin and not chubby. She didn't make a peep while he looked her over, she just looked at him. He said everything looked wonderful. We knew she was perfect and the doctor agreed. She didn't like the car seat much, but I don't blame her. She did pretty good for her first outing.

I know you mostly want pictures so here is the first batch. I even caught her smiling, it's so cute!