Encore

Since we had so many people say that they loved the black and white photos, I decided to play around on photoshop and made this version. So I am taking a survey, should I continue the series for her room? Let me know. - Ammon

Hailey's 1st photoshoot

As requested...more picture.

Welcome home, Hailey Kate, Welcome home.

So after months of anticipation, Baby Hailey Kate Sullivan was born today at 4:22am in the Hoag Memorial Hospital, weighing in at 6 lbs 13 oz & 19 inches. Well since a picture says a thousand words, enjoy the following. (P.S. I am broadcasting this blog post courtesy of my KPMG wireless card, thanks Peat).

NO BABY!

Yes,
That's right, my due date is coming to an end and there is no sign of labor! BUMMER!

Not so patiently waiting!

Her room is ALL ready, Grandma is coming in town tomorrow, the freezer is stoked with frozen food, and lets not forget I AM HUGE! Despite all efforts to vacate little Hailey, she has been resisting! 2 weeks ago my OB was sure I wouldn't go over my due date (which is in less then 3 days). But on Tues her new story was she would induce me exactly one week past my due date (thinking it might be necessary). So the eviction notice has been sent out, Hailey must vacate the premises no later then Monday Nov 24, but hopefully it will be sooner! (as Ammon likes to say it, She's paid up till the 24th)
Here are some final pics of her room.

The finishing Touch to Hailey's Room

I cant take credit for these, unsell you take into consideration my MAD shopping skills. I found a lady on ebay who will hand paint letters to match your baby bedding. These finally got shipped today, I'm so excited to get them on the wall!!!

Crafter-noon Continues

I believe this is my last and final craft before baby, not because she is coming tomorrow (which would not bother me in the least) but because I think I am all "Crafted Out"! I will have to find alternative ways to pass the time before baby! If you have any recommendations, please feel free to share!

I am quit proud of this one though, now she just needs more bows to fill it up!

Retirement Diaries

After 6 1/2 years of working full time (post collage) I have turned a new leaf. I call it "Maternity Leave". It's been 2 1/2 weeks so far and I have had many emotions. The first week was what I would call "efficient" , due to the fact I left so many projects to do knowing I would be board and would have plenty of time to complete all the daunting tasks. I actually found myself more busy that week then when I was working. Then week 2 hit . . . My "To-do" list was getting checked off, my body began to slow down and I panicked, "what does one do as a "stay as home mom" when they in fact have NO KIDS at home yet". The answer, I became crafty. Now I can't take credit, my friends who live down the street aka: the founders of "crafter-noon" gave me the idea. So last week I introduced myself the a few local fabric stores and this is the result.
ps: those of you who know me know this is completely out of my character, so laugh away!

Hailey's first Tu-Tu. Because you're never too young for a tu-tu. Her stuffed animal made a perfect model. (thanks Polly)




I figured my free time will be squashed soon, so might has well plan ahead, Merry Christmas to the Sullivan Family!

Full Term!!

Yep it's official. Baby Hailey has developed all her necessary parts and is now spending all her time gaining weight in Hotel Utero. Unfortunately her weight gain transfers over to mommy weight gain, so hopefully she wont take too much more of a toll on my expansion! As you can see, I'm am VERY pregnant!
Less then 3 weeks to go!!

Party City

Last week we had a fun filled week of celebrations at our house. Thanks to Kristy Haight, we had a number of reasons to party! On Thursday we had a baby shower for her. Kristy's little boy is due 4 days after Hailey, but I have a feeling baby boy Haight is going to beet Hailey to the finish line.





Then on Saturday, we loaned out our back yard for the 2nd Annual Haight Family Pumpkin Carving Party. It was a great success. I can take no credit for the success because Kristy did it all (even while on "bed rest" mmmm jk). As you can see, Every days a Party in good old Huntington Beach!