My Babies

I'm done having babies. Really I am. Even so, it does make me a little sad that I will never again cuddle a newborn that is mine all mine. The nursing portion of my life is almost over for good. I'm trying so hard to put memories of my babies into the vault so I can remember them in the future.

Like the first time I held Maggie (almost SIX years ago). Right after she was born. She came out, Dr. Z said "It's a girl" and put her on my chest. She didn't cry, but looked up at me while I talked to her. I remember it being dark in the room, but Rocky says it wasn't. I kept waiting for her to cry because newborns are supposed to cry.
And the first time I saw Jessie. We had just barely had time to get used to the idea of a c-section when she decided it was time to come. The room was bright and white. Nurse Nadine chuckled at me a little when I asked if I was going to have to have an oxygen mask and told me she hoped not. I waited impatiently for them to let Rocky in while trying to cough and throw up with a spinal block. It happened so fast, yet it took so long. Dr. Rosorio-Montville lifted her above the curtain while saying "It's a girl!" and I heard her cry, so pissed off to be out in the cold. Rocky got to hold her first and I tried to gentle touch her during the remainder of the surgery. I finally got to hold her on the way back to our room.
I have many more years for firsts with them. Kindergarten is coming up fast. But I know my family is now complete. And we can always add another puppy if the yearning for a baby comes along again.

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There's a New Winery in Town

I cannot believe it's been 4 months since my last wine post. I think I have been drinking some old favorites like Grooner and Shoo Fly. So I thought I would take a minute to write about the new Yellowstone Winery in town. That's right, a winery!

Montana is not a place that comes to mind when one thinks of places that wine might be made, at least not wine made with grapes! The grapes are actually Washington grown but the wine is made here in Billings. Rocky did a story there when they first opened and bought the very first 2 bottles: a table red and a Chardonnay. The red was a little young and probably would have been great after sitting in my "cellar" for about a year. The Chardonnay was nice.

A couple of months ago -- probably May -- they had a tasting. Of course we went! They were tasting their reds. The table red was much nicer this time. I ended up purchasing a Pinot Gris, which is always one of my favorite grapes. I enjoyed it very much!

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Wiconi & the Puppy

Rusty tries to get Wiconi’s attention.  Wiconi does a pretty good job of ignoring him, and putting him in his place when she needs to.

Happy 4th of July

This year, Maggie really wanted to see the fireworks.  So, we hung around the house most of the day (with a quick trip to Wal-Mart), playing with Rusty and in the pool until around 7 when we headed over to Castle Rock Park and met up with some friends from church.  One of the local churches hosts the event, with lots of bouncy toys like slides, races and houses. 

Wheeee!!

Celebrating with a popper!

 

Maggie really enjoyed watching the fireworks, but thought it was too loud. At least she had Dad to be with her.  Jessie liked the lights but did not like the noise so she and I watched from the back of the van – well, I watched and she watched Elmo.

A new baby in the house

Maggie is completely head over heels!

As we all are!

13 Months

Today Jessie is 13 months old. She LOVES to share, especially food with Wiconi whether Wiconi likes it or not (she usually does). Jessie is starting to do some signs like eat, more and all done. She's not consistent but she's getting there. She doesn't have many words yet though she babbles a lot.

Jessie still loves her baby dolls. She loves to give the hugs and "kisses." But her favorite game is still wrestling with Maggie. She will tickle us and laughs great big belly laughs when we tickle her.

Swimming lessons start next week and I'm sure she'll have a great time as she loves splashing in the pool, the tub, and Wiconi's water dish.

I've finally packed away most of the 6 month sized clothes though the pants still fit. She has a long torso and short little legs!! 2 more top teeth are coming in. And she's still pretty bald. The bit of hair she does have is kind of coarse so I'm starting to wonder if she'll have curly hair. It will probably be a while before we know.

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