Let Us Out Please

The Great Snowfall of 2010. 

We were at my parents house for X-mas.  We were there all weekend long.  

As you can see, it was difficult to get out of the door...

It was a great weekend to be 'stuck' inside!  

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Claire Katherine Wiltscheck

Now Introducing 

Claire Katherine Wiltscheck

The Birth Story:  

2 weeks leading up to the due date I was really starting to get excited.  I was trying my best to keep myself in check...but I was pretty optimistic that she would be here at any moment.  Actually - in the end I was 3 days late.  At least I no longer have to hear:  "YOU ARE STILL HERE?!?!?!" as I walk down the hall at work.  

Friday night:  Up until this point - I stayed away from making plans with anyone (being optimistic that the baby would cancel them anyway.) but at this point I needed a distraction.  I also needed to kick my nesting into gear.  So late Thursday we decided to invite the kickball team over for a game night.  My hope was that I would plan a party, baby would come and I would have to cancel.  Haha! (I didn't mean to use you - my dear friends!  haha)  It didn't actually work that way anyway - and that's OK, because I ended up with a fun night and a clean house!  

Best part of the night:  I kept a small container of water in my pocket.  Then during Pictunary I dumped it in my lap and waited for the room to get quiet before I announced that my water had just broken.  Hahaaaaa!!!!  Ohhhhh - I will never forget that.  Girls screaming in joy all starting to jump off of their seats and head up the stairs.  I am so funny!  hahahaa!

Anyway - the weekend came and went.  Missing the Due Date on Saturday.  Monday morning I was instructed to call my Dr.  She set up an induction for Tuesday morning.

So we took the opportunity to start my leave and spend the day at the Zoo - just the three of us.  We had a great day!  That night Lily started her time with my mom.  Thanks Mom!  Love you!

Tuesday morning - we started the party.  We were greeted by an awesome nurse and Doogie Houser.  A while back - I said yes to being fine with a resident at my delivery - looks like i got him!  hahah!  (he did do a good job after all - with the Dr.'s right there.  But I still had a hard time looking him in the eye.  We were afraid to ask him if this was his first delivery - I think it may have been)

Pitocin started at 8:30.  Contractions.  Broke my water.  Epidural. (Whew!) Pushing..

Baby Claire joined the world at 1:49 p.m.   7 pounds 9 ounces.  19.5 inches long. 
BEAUTIFUL Baby Girl!


We are doing great!  Personally - my recovery this time was soooo much better than the first.  The labor was 1/2 as long.  It has all been pretty great!

Lily is a champ - adjusting very well.  She loves her baby sister!
Mickey is also a champ!  He is a wonderful father and a great partner!

Although - both Mickey and Lily have been sick since we have been home.  Within 5 minutes of walking in the door Lily had puked all over our bed.  I couldn't help but think about how much fun and crazy the rest of my life will be!  hahahaa!

Claire is awesome!  Perfect! Adorable!  I love watching all of her little expressions.  I am so in love!

Thanks to our family and friends for you help, support and nice messages.  You all mean a lot to us!

And now - for some pictures....

All Fired Up

Late - but still a very Special Congrats!

As you may or may not know...Mickey and I are very blessed to have such wonderful friends!  

What is even better...is when 2 of your very BEST FRIEND's become an amazing couple and wed.  

On July 10th, we were both honored to stand up for Nicole and Kris (a.k.a Colie & Guido) 

We couldn't be happier for the two of you!  The THREE of you!  

Ronan is so lucky to have you both in his life, as are we.  

You are perfect for each other!  You were both glowing on your wedding day!  

Cheers to many wonderful years ahead.  

We love you!!!!!

First Camping Trip

In case you were wondering...we've been busy this summer. 

A weekend in early June we were able to go on our first camping trip with Lily. 

It rained both nights and most of the day on Saturday. 

We were only 10 miles from home in Lake Elmo,

so I get us props for sticking out the weekend...in a tent...in the rain! 

Nanny Pat came out to visit:)

Trish, Dave & Blake came out too...but I missed that photo opportunity:(

Our family photo

Take two~