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Three Months With Laurie Kate

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You've started to acquire quite the list of nicknames, Laurie Kate. First, there's "LK," then there's "baby sister," "sister,""kicky baby,""sweet thing," and my personal favorite, "little one." You're our little one! We cleaned out all those itty bitty newborn clothes and freshened up that wardrobe with the next size.; it's always bittersweet. Sometimes I feel like weeping over it but I just don't have time for that drama...haha! H-O-R-M-O-N-E-S. Mostly, I'm thankful that you're healthy and I sincerely look forward to the day you can play more actively with mister Jude. I have to remind myself to soak you up, just as you are.  Small. Squishy. Sweet. Each day is a gift.  You have the sweetest amount of chunk and we can't stop kissing and snuggling with you. Thanks to "Baby Wise," this house is back to a normal sleeping routine! It may be controversial these days but I like how t...

Two Months With Laurie Kate

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Two months! Little girl, it's been a joy to get to know you and boy, it's hard work being a mother of two. I try to talk to you as much as I can about girl things. Then, I face the reality that you're not interested in accessorizing, baking, or hair bows yet. One day, we are going to bake together and all my dreams will come true! Haha! As for now, you and I seem to whiz through the days nursing, cooing, and let's face it... tackling Jude. I can't tell you about the past two months without mentioning your big brother. He has turned into a wild, unpredictable two year old. I'm so sorry that his whining and fits of rage are the background track to most of your day. There's about ten minutes of intense chaos to every hour or so. Don't worry, I'm reading James Dobson's "Strong-Willed Child" thanks to my sweet mom who sent it to me. Maybe I'll get some tips to help us tame your brother. He just doesn't like splitting me with you. ...