A Blessed Life

Mobile With My Moby!

Christy — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:33:32 +0000

My wonderful cousin, who has two adorable little boys, recommended that I get a Moby. I’m so thankful that I purchased one because it has recently made my life a lot easier. On days when Ezekiel needs a little extra attention from me I can put him in the Moby and still do dishes, laundry, vacuum and everything else that needs to get done around the house. Last Sunday, we used the Moby to walk around the farmers market and Ezekiel was able to comfortably sleep while we did our shopping! Thanks Heather for the suggestion!

Bath Time!

Christy — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:31:32 +0000

Ezekiel’s umbilical chord finally fell off so we were able to give him his first real bath in his bathtub. He is definitely liking the bathtub verses his previous sponge baths.

Relaxing After A Long Hot Day!

Christy — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:31:23 +0000

It has been very warm here for the past few days. So, after Bryan got home from work yesterday he and Ezekiel decided to take some time to relax. They looked so cute that I couldn’t resist taking some pictures. Ezekiel lasted all of 10 minutes before he fell asleep.

My Two Audiophiles!

Christy — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:51:51 +0000

Bryan recieved a new BT CD in the mail yesterday and of course he and Ezekiel had to listen to it right away. I think Ezekiel lasted through two songs before he was fast asleep. Bryan may look alseep in the picture, but that is actually him enjoying the music.

Lots of Pictures!

Christy — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:00:48 +0000

For those of you who live far away and aren’t able to see Ezekiel as often as you would like . . . here are more pictures!

Ezekiel’s First Hike!

Christy — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:04:37 +0000

On Saturday we went to Bellingham and then made our way to Larrabee State park. We walked along the coastal trails and enjoyed the views of the San Juan Islands.

More pictures

Christy — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:01:06 +0000

For those of you who wanted more pictures . . . here they are.

Welcome Ezekiel Dai Anaya!

Christy — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:00:21 +0000

On June 12th at 5:54 PM Bryan and I welcomed our little blessing from Heaven into the world. He weighed 6 lbs 10 oz and was 19 inches long. Everyone says he looks a lot like Bryan but has my nose, and has a lot of dark hair.

Ezekiel means “God will strengthen” and Dai (which is a variation of David and is pronounced “day”) means “beloved”.

For those of you who want to know . . . I had a 14 hour labor. Bryan was an amazing coach. Of course I have a biased opinion, but I have the most amazing husband. Because of Bryan’s support I was able to deliver without drugs, and Ezekiel came into the world very happy and alert.

We are all doing very well and are learning to adjust to our new family life. We see Ezekiel changing daily and are amazed at how much Bryan and I learn every day. Birth truly is a miracle and we feel so blessed by God.

Updated Nursery!

Christy — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:57:28 +0000

Bryan’s mom sent us a box of goodies for the baby and for his room so we made additions to the nursery. Below I posted a picture showing the wall hanging, the comforter (hanging on the left side of the crib) a cloth growth chart to measure his height (hanging on the right side of the crib), and to the left of the actual crib is a bassinet that has been handed down and will now be used by a third generation. For the bassinet Bryan’s mom made a bumper and a skirt for the bottom that matches with the rest of the nursery decorations.

There are still many additions to add to the room (crib bumper, crib skirt, valence, etc.) so when we get the room put together I will take more pictures and post them. She also made many adorable burp rags, and cute John Deere and animal print receiving blankets! Unfortunately we don’t have any pictures of them but they will be so cute for the little guy. When he finally decides to bless us with his arrival they will definitely be used.

Week 38!

Christy — Fri, 21 May 2010 22:56:15 +0000

I had my weekly doctor appointment this morning and everything looks great! I’m dilated 1 cm so it looks like the baby is not coming any time soon. I posted another picture of my ever expanding tummy and also some pictures of the cutest little toddler shoes Bryan and I recently bought. I feel so vain always posting pictures of myself so I thought I would add some variety!