I tried to catch Maddie as she was playing on her play mat. I could only catch her with my cell phone so the quality isn't that great and it is sideways. So tilt your head and enjoy Maddie's story.
Love,
Dad
April 25, 2009
April 17, 2009
Spring is here!!!!!!!!!
Happy Friday!!!
What beautiful weather we have been having! (FINALLY) In honor of spring finally arriving, I had to share with you a picture of our little flower!
If Maddie could talk, she would be saying, "Mom, what the heck are you doing to me?" My response to that would be, "Get used to it peanut, I have a lot of years ahead of me to put you in silly things!" Maddie got this headband from her friends Tillie and Mary! Ironically, they are coming over tonight to meet for the first time, I cant wait!
Since it has been so nice outside, we have been taking the opportunity to go for LOTS of walks! With the weather in the 60's I dont have to worry so much about her getting cold and bundling her up. Last nights walk was incredible! Pat and I have been playing it "safe" and only going for about 25 minutes because we dont want to be too far away if she has a diva meltdown! Last night we decided to live dangerously and go for the normal walk we would take when she was in my belly. . . .about 3 miles! Pat thought I was nuts, but whats new?! She did fantastic!!!! I thought for sure that she would have her little peepers closed the entire time, but I couldnt have been more wrong. She was wide awake and taking everything in the entire walk. It reminded me (again) that she is getting bigger each day! She isnt the sleepy newborn that she once was. It is hard for me to swallow the fact that she is 7 weeks old already. Each and every day with her makes me love her more and more! That is the same way I feel about Pat . . . .every day I see him with her makes me fall in love with again. Life honestly cant get much better than this right now!
Here is Maddie with shout outs to her two favorite people, or so we would like to think!
I love mommy onesie!
I love daddy onesie!
We have a fun relaxing weekend planned so I am sure I will have plenty to write about in a few days!
Enjoy the beautiful weather!
Love,
Jamie
April 14, 2009
Dear Mom
Nobody's Like You, Mom
Nobody's quite like you, Mom.
You're special in every way.
You cheer me up, you fill my cup
With tenderness, come what may.
Nobody loves me like you, Mom.
No matter what I do,Good or bad, happy or sad,
You support me; You always come through.
Nobody's equal to you, Mom.
With you in my life, I'm blessed.
I love you so, and I want you to knowI think you're the very best!
Love,
Maddie
Nobody's quite like you, Mom.
You're special in every way.
You cheer me up, you fill my cup
With tenderness, come what may.
Nobody loves me like you, Mom.
No matter what I do,Good or bad, happy or sad,
You support me; You always come through.
Nobody's equal to you, Mom.
With you in my life, I'm blessed.
I love you so, and I want you to knowI think you're the very best!
Love,
Maddie
Blessed . . . .
Hi -
Yesterday was a crazy Monday for me! Since we were gone all weekend I had plenty to get done around the house. I spent a majority of the morning cleaning, doing laundry, and of course playing with Maddie. After a short afternoon nap Maddie was still a tad cranky! So, I decided it was time for me to take a break from everything and sit down with my feet up and Maddie in my lap. . . .just in time for Oprah! The show was about unforgettable dads! As the show progressed I was happy to hear the stories of these wonderful men . . . .then the story about a dad named Matt started. I found myself getting that hard lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Matt's story made me hold my daughter tighter than ever before. Matt and his wife Liz were expecting their first child. . .a girl was born!! They named her Madeline Elizabeth . . . .as they were heading to the NICU to see her shortly after birth, Liz fell and died instantly of a blood clot. Matt was left to raise his precious daughter on his own. . . .This story hit way too close to home for me!
Pat walked into the house right as they finished with Matt's story. Of course I couldnt hide the emotions I was going through, but I am glad that I couldnt. After dinner, Pat and I sat and talked about how blessed we are to have such a beautiful daughter that makes our lives so worthwhile. As frustrated as we were with the failed induction the first time, we need to thank God that we were able to walk out of that hospital healthy and happy the second time. Watching that story really put a lot of things into perspective for me. There may be days I havent showered, brushed my teeth, or combed my hair. . . .but it is all worth it! I look at Maddie and feel an overwhelming sense of love. As Pat and I sat on the couch and talked last night, Maddie lay sound asleep rocking in her swing. We couldnt help but to check on her constantly last night!!
Yesterday was a crazy Monday for me! Since we were gone all weekend I had plenty to get done around the house. I spent a majority of the morning cleaning, doing laundry, and of course playing with Maddie. After a short afternoon nap Maddie was still a tad cranky! So, I decided it was time for me to take a break from everything and sit down with my feet up and Maddie in my lap. . . .just in time for Oprah! The show was about unforgettable dads! As the show progressed I was happy to hear the stories of these wonderful men . . . .then the story about a dad named Matt started. I found myself getting that hard lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Matt's story made me hold my daughter tighter than ever before. Matt and his wife Liz were expecting their first child. . .a girl was born!! They named her Madeline Elizabeth . . . .as they were heading to the NICU to see her shortly after birth, Liz fell and died instantly of a blood clot. Matt was left to raise his precious daughter on his own. . . .This story hit way too close to home for me!
Pat walked into the house right as they finished with Matt's story. Of course I couldnt hide the emotions I was going through, but I am glad that I couldnt. After dinner, Pat and I sat and talked about how blessed we are to have such a beautiful daughter that makes our lives so worthwhile. As frustrated as we were with the failed induction the first time, we need to thank God that we were able to walk out of that hospital healthy and happy the second time. Watching that story really put a lot of things into perspective for me. There may be days I havent showered, brushed my teeth, or combed my hair. . . .but it is all worth it! I look at Maddie and feel an overwhelming sense of love. As Pat and I sat on the couch and talked last night, Maddie lay sound asleep rocking in her swing. We couldnt help but to check on her constantly last night!!
I tip my hat to Matt for sharing his story with the world and for raising his beautiful daughter on his own. Im glad that Maddie was a little cranky yesterday afternoon. . . .it forced me to sit down and hear Matt's story.
I am so fortunate to have such an amazing husband and beautiful daughter in my life, and I thank God for that each and every day!
Lots of Love. . . . .
Jamie
Easter Weekend
Wow.....another crazy weekend for the Froh family! Pat had off on Friday so we decided to pack up and head to Horicon early. In honor of opening day, all 3 of us were decked out in our Brewer gear! Pat and I had to laugh as last years opening day was spent a little different! Early morning tailgating, beer, game, etc . . . .but I must admit, 2009's opening day meant so much more to me. Here is Maddie in one of SIX Brewer outfits she has!
The remainder of the weekend was spent celebrating Easter with our families. There were 5 different Easter bunnies that brought Miss Maddie treats! She is such a lucky girl to be surrounded by so much love. Here are 2 of her Easter baskets. . . .compliments of the grandmas!
The remainder of the weekend was spent celebrating Easter with our families. There were 5 different Easter bunnies that brought Miss Maddie treats! She is such a lucky girl to be surrounded by so much love. Here are 2 of her Easter baskets. . . .compliments of the grandmas!
And of course the weekend wouldnt be complete without a picture of our favorite little easter bunny. . . .Madeline!
We had a great weekend as a family! All three of us crashed when we got home!
Until next time. . .
Jamie
April 8, 2009
Dr Appt Update
Hey -
Well, Maddie and I each had Dr Appts today and we both got good reports! Maddie's appointment was first and I am happy to report that she does not have pink eye! We need to keep a close watch on her eye and if things stay the same, we will need to get an ointment for it. I couldnt believe it, but she has managed to hit 9lbs 4oz! I thought that my arm was starting to get sore quicker from holding her. It was a good appointment and we are so happy to hear that she doesnt have pink eye.
My appointment also went well! My OB told me to finish up the 4 injections I have at home, and then I am done with them until we decide to give Maddie a brother or sister. Since everything checked out well, I have been given the green light to return to normal activity!
That is all I have for now!
Take Care,
Jamie
Well, Maddie and I each had Dr Appts today and we both got good reports! Maddie's appointment was first and I am happy to report that she does not have pink eye! We need to keep a close watch on her eye and if things stay the same, we will need to get an ointment for it. I couldnt believe it, but she has managed to hit 9lbs 4oz! I thought that my arm was starting to get sore quicker from holding her. It was a good appointment and we are so happy to hear that she doesnt have pink eye.
My appointment also went well! My OB told me to finish up the 4 injections I have at home, and then I am done with them until we decide to give Maddie a brother or sister. Since everything checked out well, I have been given the green light to return to normal activity!
That is all I have for now!
Take Care,
Jamie
April 7, 2009
Miss Maddie's New Friends
Hi -
Another week has slipped by! Last week we had a lot of things take place! Since Maddie started her medicine for her reflux, she started to get a little backed up. So. . .last Wednesday we found ourself at the Dr.'s office again! We are now on a mild stool softener to help her go. During her visit, we found out that she is now at 8lbs 13oz! After her visit we made a stop at the Metz household so that Maddie could meet her new girlfriend Ella. Ella was born on 3/13 and we finally were able to get the girls together!
Earlier in the week we went over to my friend Sheila's house and met Keegan! He was born on 3/12!
Over the weekend we headed to Sun Praire to meet our new niece Briella! She was born on 3/31! (LOTS of babies lately as you can tell!)
Uncle Pat and his goddaughter Briella!
Big Sister Ceanna with Pat's hat! So cute!
After our visit with Court, Shari, and the girls, we headed over to see Auntie Krisitn! She got to see Maddie perform her new famous trick - filling her pants and covering her entire outfit! Good thing we had an extra outfit packed! Her new medicine is working! After a short visit with Kristin we decided to get Maddie home. Even Auntie Jill came by to visit before heading to a concert in Milwaukee! We got to see a lot of people this weekend!
Mom and Maddie
Big smile for mom! Melts my heart!
We spent the rest of the weekend as a family and did everything we could to relax! Thank goodness the snow didnt come!!!
This week is already starting off on a challenging note for Maddie. We woke up this morning to find her eye crusted shut. Throughout the day it has gotten worse and is now red! Tomorrow I am taking her in for possible pink eye!!!!!!!!! Do you think they have a frequent patient punch card??? I feel like we have been at the Dr every week!!! But, throughout all of this Maddie has still been able to shoot me a smile and make my day!
Love,
Jamie
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