Afraid

Want to know one of my biggest fears? Since the day I found out I was pregnant with Felicity, I have been dreading the day I would have to go back to work and find someone to watch her. I have less than three weeks until I have to go back to work and I still haven't found anyone to watch her. Even the THOUGHT of leaving her with a stranger scares me more than I'm willing to admit. I don't know HOW we're going to find someone in less than three weeks, but hopefully, with all the faith I can muster, we'll find someone to watch our gorgeous, perfect baby girl.

Christmas is Coming

Handsome husband hanging Christmas lights

Felicity checking out the train around the tree

I can't believe it's less than two weeks until Christmas. I had amazing intentions of getting all the shopping done so I could relax and enjoy the last few weeks I have with Felicity and Jon before I head back to work. Do I have any shopping done??? Nope. Do I know what to get ANYONE this year? Nope. Do I have the greatest family on earth? YUP!!!

A Month Old

I can't believe Felicity is already a MONTH old today. She has grown so fast. We are so blessed to have her in our life. Felicity is more fun than I ever dreamed possible. She has the cutest expressions and is so much fun to snuggle. We love her so much and are enjoying every second we spend with her.

Thanksgiving

Felicity and Daddy



Felicity and Mommy



We had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Erica and Dad Cozad came over for yummy food. It was so much fun to have Felicity in our home for Thanksgiving - but she didn't seem very interested in eating turkey. Such an easy girl -- all she wants is MILK!!!

The Cozad Family

Felicity Anne Cozad

Felicity Anne Cozad

Jon and his mom with Felicity

Me with my daughter -- a little overwhelmed at her beauty

My mom with Felicity

The new Cozad family with our delivery nurse

Ever since can remember, I've dreamed of having a baby girl, my little Felicity (yes -- that's the name I always wanted when I was younger... I was soooo happy Jon liked it too). The day finally arrived but I had no idea Felicity would be so perfect!!!

After booking literally COUNTLESS hours writing sub plans for my fifth graders, making millions of copies, and rescheduling parent teacher conferences, I tried to patiently wait for our little girl to arrive. Her due date came --- and passed. Our doctor scheduled an induction for Friday the 13th. Kind of a scary day to schedule!

My mom came to visit from Oklahoma to help out --and landed herself in the hospital with pneumonia. Poor thing! She was such trooper and quickly recovered. She spoiled us rotten, buying groceries and things for Felicity.

Friday the 13th--

After TRYING to sleep, we hurried to the hospital for our scheduled 6:30 induction. I was anxious and scared -- but with my amazing husband by my side, I survived. I started the morning being dilated to 2 -- and it took until 9:00 that night to get to a 10. It was such a long day. The nurses and doctors kept asking if I wanted an epidural because my contractions were so intense... I was planning to get one but wanted to wait until I couldn't stand the pain anymore. When I finally got the epidural, ahhhh... everything was so nice. (Minus of course not being able to tell when I had my hand on something warm and squishy in my blanket that it was my leg ---)

It only took about 20 minutes once I started pushing for Felicity to get here. I was surprised how easy it was. Jon was so wonderful. He stayed by my side the whole time and I couldn't have done it without him. Erica, Heather, Jon's dad and mom, and my mom were all there as well. Only two people were allowed in my room at a time -- which was really annoying. Right as Felicity was born, one of the nurses in the hospital came and kicked out all of our family from the hospital saying that they weren't even allowed to be in the waiting room -- that only two people could be in the hospital. I felt so bad for them!

When Jon brought her to me after she was cleaned, checked, measured, etc... I couldn't believe how perfect she was. I had to get about 30 stitches because I tore pretty bad. I won't go into much other detail than to say we're home, happy, and loving every minute with our beautiful Felicity Anne Cozad.

I'll try to update more often -- and post as many pictures as I can.

Our New Place

So we're finally out of our apartment and loving our new place. We're still unpacking boxes and decorating, but we're really happy with how things are turning out. I didn't realize how dark the photo was -- we'll add more soon. I can't believe Felicity will be here in about six weeks!

Expecting...

In case you haven't heard, Jon and I are expecting our first baby. I'm due November 7th -- and we're having a GIRL. We're both excited -- and I will be SOOOO glad to not be pregnant! It's been pretty rough. I STILL throw up ALL the time and I even spent 5 days in the hospital. 

On a happier note, you will all be glad to know that I have the world's greatest husband! He is so patient. He even shaved my legs the other day. Is that true love or what? hehe.... Anyway, he is going to be such a great dad! There is no one I would rather share my life with.