Try this link instead. I didn't see this one last time.

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Annie Pictures!

I've never done this, but I wanted those not on Facebook to be able to see all the pictures I posted there without having to re-post them here! It'd take all day, for sure! :)

Enjoy!

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Happy Birth Day, Annie Marie!!

Well, January 25th sure started off way differently than I'd ever imagined and certainly ended in a much more dramatic way! I awoke at 5:30 am having some weird feelings (which were quickly identified as contractions) that would come every 20-30 minutes and would last around 20 seconds. At first, I would just have to roll over on my side to get through them, but after a little while would have to get up out of bed to get through them. When Adam stirred, I said, "I've been awake since 5:30 with contractions - I think it's false labor." His response? "Cool!" I quickly told him that it was "not cool" and they hurt pretty bad! He said he was sorry and went back to sleep! :) As the day went on, the contractions got heavier and somewhat closer together. After talking to my mom on the phone, she advised me to call my grandmother to see if she could come over to just be here with me and Aubrey in case something would happen. That way she would be here and we could leave if and when necessary. I called her and she came over just after lunch. This is when the contractions got stronger and more frequent. I still wasn't convinced that anything was REALLY happening, because they weren't 5 minutes apart. We had just been through a long 5 days where Aubrey fought an awful flu. In fact, we had her at Children's ER on Saturday. I had prayed over and over again that the baby wouldn't be born until Aubrey was 110% better because the thought of me having to leave her when she was sick was more than I wanted to think about. Thankfully, on Tuesday morning she woke up perky as ever and was evidently back to normal. What I didn't think to pray was that God would keep the flu bug away from the rest of us...I guess...because that day, Adam came home sick with fever. He had been off quite a bit for Aubrey's sickness and was behind on stuff so was in and out just trying to get things done. My contractions had grown stronger and stronger until finally I called the nurses answering service just asking if the contractions could taper off and if not, would they get stronger? Otherwise, I was in for a rough night. At 4:00 she called me back and said that I could try drinking water and sitting still or since I was dilated to 3 and 70% at my previous appointment, I could come in for a labor check. I didn't want to go to the hospital just to be sent home, so this sounded good. Adam had just gotten back home again, but this time was staying because he felt rotten. I told him what the nurse said and he thought we hould go in. He took a dose of Dayquill and off we went to the doctor. It was now 4:30pm. We walked in and the doctor later told me he thought there was no way in the world it was real - I was smiling!! (In between the contractions I felt fine, so there was no reason to frown!!) Adam called Mom and told her what the plan was and she had gone home, grabbed her bags and was on her way. Much to everyone's surprise, I was between 8 and 9 cm dilated. He quickly sent us walking to the hospital where everyone was waiting for us. They got me in a wheelchair and took me right past triage - where my Aunt was working (had just left to grab a salad in the cafeteria for supper and by the time she got back, I was gone!). Adam stayed there to get me checked in. When I was wheeled into the room, everything was set up and ready for me to have the baby. The nurse handed me the gown and showed me to the bathroom. They quickly got my fluids and antibiotic (strep B) going so they could start the epidural as soon as possible, for which I was thankful!! Adam soon joined me in the room and was there while I got my epidural. I was scared as this was something that was new for me. The doctor that did it was excellent and waited until I finished a contraction to start and was finished by the time my next contraction came. When walking over to the hospital we realized that our bag of everything we needed (cameras included) was still in our vehicle which was parked in the garage by the doctor's office. Aunt Sarah came in soon, so when Adam asked if there was a runner that could go get the bag, she quickly agreed to help us and ran for it. We were afraid that if Adam left, he'd miss the birth. She got back in time and my Mom soon came in. So thankful the cops left her alone that day...she was really hurrying!!! She made it with 25 minutes to spare. When she walked in she had this look of "did I make it?" with wide eyes! After a huge sigh of relief from both of us she came over and I cried! :) After being head down for a while, little missy decided that she wanted to turn a little bit - that's what kept her from coming even faster! They had me to lay on my side "Texas Roll" and she moved back down into position. Four contractions of pushing and at 7:07 pm Annie Marie was born. It was the most amazing experience. I was used to a Cayman way of doing things and was actually scared to give birth here in America. Not sure why - people come here from other places all the time to do this. The comparisons are unbelievable. So thankful for a much nicer hospital that was roach/ant free, up-to-date equipment and good food - just to name a few!

Here I am all situated and waiting.

So thankful she could be there...especially with Adam being sick...

7lb 15oz 20 1/4in

Sharing the news!

Focused on Mammaw

Poor Adam - the meds were wearing off!

Feeling a bit better the next day - so happy!

Getting ready to go home!

I was thrilled that my sister came to see us on Wednesday...not something she got to do with Aubrey.

Thank you, God, for another healthy, beautiful baby girl! We are blessed!!

Baby Sprinkle!

Recently, Adam took a youth pastor position at a church 10 minutes away called Immanuel Church of the Nazarene. This doesn't mean that we are leaving GBS, it's just a good ministry opportunity for while we are here. Tonight was his first night to actually do the youth service. Unfortunately, Aubrey has been sick since Thursday morning, and we have been nowhere except Children's Hospital ER. That being said, she is much improved tonight, but not completely back to our little Aubrey quite yet. When Adam arrived at church this morning he heard Pastor Meredith Moser announce that there would be a time of welcoming our family and fellowship and getting to know one another after church tonight. Adam knew the possibilities of Aubrey and me being there tonight were slim but they went ahead with the fellowship anyway. A few people brought adorable gifts for our baby and the church SS Superintendent and her husband brought a nice gift for Aubrey. I would have given anything to be a fly on the wall to see Adam opening these baby gifts all alone! Haha!!!

Loved how my friend titled the gift list - "baby sprinkle!" Since it wasn't technically a baby shower, I guess this is most fitting! :) Below, is a picture of the loot!

The cake - LOVE the little baby - top middle!!

Thank you so much to our new church family for the unexpected love! You are very special.

A little comparison...

38 weeks with Aubrey

38 weeks with this one

I was 38 weeks this past Wednesday. Time is flying by this time around. I guess that's what happens when you have a 2 year old to occupy all of your time! :) It's been quite the adventure with having Aubrey already. She loves to talk to the baby, pat my belly, etc. I have been so blessed and fortunate to have had a complication and sickness free pregnancy again this time. I have the normal aches and pains that are associated with the 9th month, but certainly am blessed. Looking forward to meeting our next little bundle in just a little bit of time!

Play-Doh!

Our girl!

Grandpa found this hamburger play-doh set and Aubrey has been having so much fun playing with it! :)

4 generations

If you don't know the Profitt family, one thing they love to do is play games!! Aubrey is no exception. Here, she and Grandma are playing Uno (at least of sorts!!).

We were thrilled to be able to go with Mom and Dad to see Grandma Ballard - Ron's mom. She is staying at her home in KY and one of Ron's sister's is staying with her. We were just there for about 24 hours, but it was certainly good to see her and some of the rest of the family again.

Our family Christmas

A happy little gal!

Adam put this together the night before and we put a blanket over it so she could play with it immediately. She loves her new laundry/iron set!

Her daddy's daughter

Hermie and Wormie!

Sitting at her new easel.

A tad bit excited!

Wonder what's in here?

Christmas was different for us this year. With Aubrey being a year older than last year she was so much more in to it! It was fun and we were thrilled with being able to give things to her.

Profitt Family Christmas

The gang!

Matching sweatshirts from Grandpa and Grandma. They LOVED them!

Love the action shot here! :)

Simon, the happy one!

Aaron, Adam and Ron - what a three to have together!

It was nice to be home for Christmas this year. Adam's parents were in the states for a couple of weeks and we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our time with them. Aubrey didn't take any time warming up. She ran and practically jumped in mom's arms when we saw them at the airport for the first time! She was thrilled! Thankful for every time we can spend together as family.

This year, we got together for gift-opening on Christmas Eve evening and had various taco dips to eat. Then, for Christmas Day, we headed over to Aaron and Lisa's house for a lunch which was made by the guys. They did quite a good job!! Adam even did the dishes that were left in the sink after we got home!! :)

Some baby love...

Around 34 weeks

That time already...REALLY?

A while back when my mom asked what Aubrey needed for Christmas I knew immediately and told her a toddler bed. With the new little one joining us in a few short weeks I knew the transition would need to be made. So, my parents got one for her and Ron and Adam assembled it.

Makin a mess while the guys work.

She has been doing very well staying in her bed and is sleeping as good as ever. Although, one night I heard her talking sleepily so I went in and she was lying on the floor...half on her rug and half off! I helped her back into her bed and we slept the rest of the night! :)