Welcome 2011

So many things came and went in 2010 and now I am looking forward to a new year. I have been thinking what I could do for the new year. Here is what I have come up with so far. I would like to blog better then I have. At least once a month post a dog training exercise, give updates on my 1/2 Marathon training, and of course post on the new things Ellie is starting and will be doing along with updates on my favorite four dogs.

Here is a look at some greats from 2010:

1. Finding out Ellie was growing in my belly (even though she had no name)
2. Ski trip with family
3. 3 days of agility training with Laura Derett in Houston, TX
4. Todd and I see Ellie for the first time on ultra sound
5. Spending a week at home with Todd (staycation)
6. Ellie being born
7. Watching Todd light up every time he sees his daughter.
8. Losing the baby weight
9. Being amazed at how loving and supportive Todd is for me
10. Ellie's first Christmas

And here is to a great 2011!

Where does the time go?

Things have been none stop lately around our house. I had to say no to activities going on today just to be home. Poor Ellie has been dragged all over. Doctor appointments, taking Reese to the vet, stores, gym, and an agility trial. I have to say Ellie is such a good baby and I am very blessed!
What's new? Well, I have been trying to lose the baby weight after having Ellie. I have about 4 pounds to go! While I am trying to lose weight Ellie is quickly gaining. Last week she was at 12lbs. 7 oz. I can't believe how fast they grow. Todd is also doing well and working hard to take care of our family.

Ellie 3 months

Three lazy dogs on a Sunday afternoon.

Over due

I am a little over due on Ellie pictures. Here are a few from this month.

Ellie in her new swing. Notice how red her finger is from sucking it all the time.

Working on those neck muscles.

The sleep daze.

Ellie sticking fingers in her mouth again.

Bounce back after baby

My good friend Elizabeth Mullins has been working with me to lose the baby weight. Elizabeth has been giving workout tips and healthy meals on News 9 Thursdays during the 4:00 hour. I along with two other Moms have been working on shedding that extra weight after having our little angles. Today was our one month weigh in. I am proud to say in the past month I have lost 5 lbs. and a total of 8 1/4 inches off my body. I have a little more work to do and am excited with how far I have come. Thank you Elizabeth for the help and encouragement. Check out tomorrows show to see us working hard!

The Crib

Todd & I are very blessed to have a friend buy us a crib for Ellie. Now we have a mattress that Grandma & Grandpa Cleveland bought so Ellie can use her crib. We took a few pictures of Ellie trying out her new bed. :)

Hummm...

Oh yeah, lots of stretching room.

Wow, this is big!

I think I like it!

I love...

to stretch...

to smile...

my Mommy...

and to suck on my finger. :)

All about Ellie

Ellie had her two month doctor visit today. She weighed in at 10lbs. 4oz. The doctor told me Ellie has a lot of personality for a two month old and she looks forward to watching her grow. Ellie showed off how well she can hold her head up and that she is an expert finger sucker. :) Ellie got over the mean shots quickly and Mommy didn't cry.