My family loves me this much!

Let's face it, I know I'm getting by on my cuteness! It's the main thing I have going for me. I'm sure it will come in handy for many years to come!

It's been a while since I've posted, so let's get you caught up. I've had a lot going on in the last couple of weeks I've been around. My PapaZona came in from AZ and I had a blast with him and Lita. Of course, my Granny and Pa have been coming to visit too. Pa was just here today and held me during one of the quietest hours I've had all day. Dad said he could come back anytime.

I love my aunt Laura (even though dad says she's adopted) and uncle Josh! My uncle Nick and aunt Leandra are both really cool and they have lots of cousins for me to play with- Jodie, Layne, Cate and Olivia- I can't wait!

My uncle Anthony and aunt Angie haven't been able to make it here to see me yet...well they tried but I wasn't ready to come out before they had to go back to Aggieland. I'm sure I'll meet them and my other cousins, Emily and Haley, soon. We'll have lots of fun!

I have lots of other friends and family who have been visiting me as well. I'm so blessed to have lots of people who love me! Thank you all for being a wonderful part of my life!

Love, Turtle

Would you trust this guy?

Practice makes perfect.

Before my arrival, my parents tried to prepare themselves for what was to come. They got my room ready (with the help of friends), they got lots of stuff for me (with the help of friends), my dad even practiced holding and rocking me (all by himself).

But there were several things they could not have prepared for. Like how I enjoy being wide awake from 10pm to 2am every night. Like how I like to bounce, not rock (sorry dad). Like how I shriek all of the sudden without warning for no apparent reason (at least to anyone else). These are a few of my less than desirable qualities but I can assure you that I more than balance them out most of the time. Like how I whine in my sleep. Like how I hone in on mommy and daddy's voice. Like how stretch out my arm and legs and give a big toothless yawn. Like how I look so peaceful when I'm sleeping.

Yep, practice makes perfect. I'm definately giving my parents lots of chances to practice. I don't think they'll be perfect, but I'm sure they're going to try really hard!

Turtle

More of me!

Well, since this blog is all about me, I'll keep the pics coming. This one was taken yesterday by my Aunt Laura. She's the best photographer I know. She even took great pictures of my mommy and daddy while I was still in mom's tummy. But hey, this isn't really about them so let's get back to me.

I'm really putting this beautiful picture of me to say hi to my mommy and daddy's small group from church. I was told that they were very excited that I was here. Especially since they were the ones that prayed and prayed and prayed with my mom and dad for me to be conceived. I know that God has placed me in a special place and I know that there are lots of people who love me and my parents. God is so good! Thank you guys for your prayers! I can't wait to see all of you!

Love,

Turtle

Shout out to PapaZona

There's one very important person that I need to say hi to- my PapaZona. My mommy and daddy said he's still in Arizona but will be here very soon. I can't wait to meet him! From what I've heard, we have a lot of the same hobbies- like eating and napping. Maybe we can do that together when you get here, PapaZona. See you soon!

Love,

Turtle

I'm a star!

Well, I just got here and already I'm running the show. My parents are falling all over themselves to do stuff for me (or maybe it was just too dark last night when dad was trying to get to the diapers).

All of my fans are clamoring for me to make an appearance, so here I am in video! I'm still napping lots- at least during the day. What can I say...I like the night life! Well gotta go. Love to all!

I'm here!

The moment finally came! I met my mommy and daddy at 4am on Tuesday 4/8/08. I weighed 7 lbs 13 oz and was 20 inches long. Dad caught me as I came out and boy was everyone excited! I don't know who cried more me or them. I nursed right away and then took a bath with mom. Then it was lights out for me as I took a long nap. Being born is hard work and I'll need lots of strength if I'm going to train these new parents. I"ll post more later...it's time for a nap.