New pics and updates...

Randi and her gang were able to come down or Morgan's blessing, so we were able to spend some time with them. Bailey and Logan are really starting to enjoy each other and play well together. It is fun to have them around and I miss my sister like crazy when she's gone. Love ya, Randi-- can't wait to see ya in April or whenever we can get up there.

Side note-- we went to the doctor for Morgan's check up and she weighs 14 lbs 6 oz... Yes, I wrote that correctly. She is in the 95th percentile for weight... She is 22 3/4 inches long (90th percentile) and has a 16 inch dome (70th percentile.) She is a hoss and we love her!

I went to Gymboree and got the girls some matching shirts and dresses, which I love! Here are a few pics of my lovely ladies.

I got her dressed-- she added the accessories.

My girls!


I caught these two in Morgan's bed. They are hilarious.... and mischievous...and two of my favorite little people.
(Be sure to click on the picture for a closer look...Their faces make the shot!)

I think Brock and I are going to be going up to get family pictures soon... Shout out to Gina for her awesome photography skillzz... And we are planting a garden this weekend! Wish us luck!

Morgan's Blessing

Brock and I were able to bless Morgan today. It was a very sweet, powerful blessing and I am so grateful to have a husband who is able and willing to do that for our daughters. Morgan is a special little girl who is going to touch a lot of lives with her strong spirit and willingness to share the gospel. Brock's grandparents were down too, so we had 4 generations there. Pretty awesome. The pictures are out of order- so bear with me. I am still getting used to this blogging stuff....

The bug afterwards. We had a lunch at Brock's parents house. She loves that Hummer truck...

Morgan. Had to show her cute outfit....

When we went home to change, I caught this shot. Priceless. Love these two....

Everyone that came to the blessing-minus a few. Thanks for sharing this with us!!

The only pic I got of her in her dress... I will have to take a few more and post them later.

It was a great day and I am blessed to have these girls and my hubby. I'm a lucky girl.

Silence is golden...unless you have a 2 year old....

For a brief moment today, I enjoyed the typically elusive "quiet moment." Morgan was napping, and Bailey was watching (surprise) Wall*E. I cherish these quiet times-- so I busied myself with laundry, checking emails and sipping soda. Good day!

However, my glorious "quiet moment" was interrupted and concluded when I went into my room to check on the bug. I think she was alone for 15 minutes... I should've known better, right?

1- I was doing laundry...that is why my bed is bare. 2- Doesn't she look proud? And who wouldn't be--she got 65 toys onto my bed in less then 20 minutes! That is quite a feat!

Some close-up shots of the goodies. This is only ONE side of the bed...

After we cleaned up, it was nap time. All her shenanigans wore her out. She body tackled Wall*E and was out.

Morgan slept through the entire event, but was too adorable to leave out... She is 2 months old now... geez.

So, I have learned another valuable lesson: always check in on your two year old. Silence is really only golden at nap time.

Look what I can do!

I have always admired (ok...been insanely jealous of...) "crafty" women. You know the ones I'm talking about. The ladies who can see a dress they like at Macy's so they go home and make it, or can reconstruct a Van Gogh using only felt and q-tips, or create amazing homemade gifts that are 10 times cooler then store bought. My sister is one of these people.... sigh.... I am NOT.... So imagine my great surprise and delight when I, yes I, Erin Shepard made bows!! (Ok, Randi was there... and did the majority of the work...and told me how to do it...) But look how well they turned out..... This is just a few. We made 22.

Morgan sporting her ginormous flower. I am working on the headband...Its a little large for her head....

Side shot of Bailey. You can't really see the bow, but you get the idea...

So THERE Martha Stewart. Although, I still can't sew, or scrapbook, or....

Happy Birthday Nate!! ...and other news.....

Morgan is officially six weeks old, and we are no longer under house arrest! However, due to the ridiculous flu season, we will only be seeing the light of day on special occasions... Joy! Some highlights of the week-- Bailey loves to play the "gee-tar." Her and Daddy rock-out all the time. Whats even better then her playing? Her dance moves when daddy plays. Videos to come.

Happy Valentines Day!!


Sadly, this is the only pic I have of Nate... But I do want to wish him a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! The big 18! He is the only one that has gotten Morgan to smile for the camera. Well, the remnants of a smile...and some milk....

I love you Nate! You are the best Uncle to my girls and the best little bro I could ask for! You impress me with your wit, intelligence and compassion everyday. I am so glad I've got another year to spend with you before you head out on your mission. I'm gonna miss ya..... Love ya loads! Happy Birthday!!!!

1 month old!

Morgan and I have survived the first month! She is eating more, sleeping well... sometimes even at night!....and having more and more alert time every day. She is a sweet little girl unless you cross her. She's our little spit-fire and we love her!

Bailey got a new chair from her Aunt Amy, so she decided she wanted to eat her breakfast in the living room.... cute.

Fun times!

We're all doing well at the Shepard house. Can't wait to get out of the house and back into society! Only 2 more weeks!

This is what I get...

I would like to publicly apologize to my mom for all my childhood misdeeds, tom-fooleries and general lack of appreciation for her valuable belongings. I see clearly now why she placed her more valued possessions in higher locations, and took great care in hiding her treasures...and I greatly admire her for not threatening bodily harm on us when we disobeyed instructions and broke said property. I do this because my child decided to use my sheets as a canvas for discovery and art. Please note her use of contrast and shading. Wall*E was a witness to the aforementioned crime.

She doesn't look proud, but believe me... she (and I) are

pretty pleased with her artistic capacities.

Nice.

Don't worry, though... I don't buy expensive sheets...Peace out.