Happy Birthday Grandpa Geister!

This past Saturday we went to Grandpa Geister's house to celebrate his Birthday. It was a nice day! Austin got to see all of his cousins accept for Jared. Austin and Trent were playing on the floor together, Trent was crawling and Austin was scooting. It was good to have the Family all together. Above are pics from Grandpa's Birthday!!



Before that we went to Jenn's Baby Shower. It was a beautiful shower and Jenn is all belly and looks so adorable. I can't wait for her to have Bridget!! I think she is all set now, has a lot of beautiful things. Austin was having fun with Grandma De, Christy, Jenn, Chad and Ellie. He really knows them well and loves them! Grandma Rockett was there too, but she wasn't feeling well and couldn't hold Austin. It will be no time before Bridget is here!! I wanted to bring in my camera, but Austin just wouldn't let me. He really needed to be entertained and was having fun playing with everyting!!

5 1/2 Months

So, Austin is just over 5 1/2 months. Time flies when you're having fun!! He is doing great, really growing. He is in some 9 month clothes already because he is so long! I haven't measured him, but he goes to the doc soon and you know I will post weight and length.

Austin is changing so much. Some milestoes he has hit in the last month include:

*Sitting up and balancing well. Not perfect, but pretty good!

*Almost crawling...He gets the concept, just can't quite do it yet. He really does scoot and get around the whole living room though! Guess it's time to baby proof!!

*He loves to Scream at the top of his lungs, and he loves to do it for a long time. Who knows what the neighbors think, lol!

*We are going to "intorduce" some food to him today. When I say food I mean actual food, not just formula. I wonder what he will do?? Hopefully he likes it!

*Loves to walk with help. He takes steps if you hold his hands while he is standing. I think its adorable, but then again I am mommy and I think anything he does is adorable...for now.

*He has graduated to size 4 diapers already! The three's used to be so big and roomy, but not anymore!

*Everything goes into his mouth, no matter what it is. He likes to bitle on everything..maybe it's teething time?? We will see! I can't picture him with teeth yet. It is just too soon! I guess he has to grow up :(

*He likes when we tease him and tickle him, and make funny noises like piggy and doggy noises. It will usually get a giggle out of him. He has the cutest giggle!!

So, all in all it has been a good couple of weeks with Austin. He is doing great and his mood has been wonderful. He sleeps through the night. He might wake up a couple times for some cuddling, but thats ok. I don't mind. He is eating good and growing good so I guess I can't ask for much more!

Update you soon!!

I Remember...

Let the little children
come to me,
and don't prevent them.
For such is the Kingdom
of Heaven

Matthew 19:14

ANGEL WINGS

A precious angel slipped away,
no one heard a cry.
No time for Daddy and Mommy
to sing me lullabies.
My time with you was much too short,
I had to leave so soon.
But love had joined us as I grew
inside my mommy's womb.
It wove its way within our hearts,
in all our hopes and dreams,
until the very purest love
became my tiny wings.
Although I could not stay with you,
I knew right from the start
that once you felt your angel's love,
you'd keep me in your heart.
I'm just a little angel
but my time was not in vain,
as dark clouds that surrounded you
gave way unto the sun.
My precious parents you will see
that any heart will sing,
if only for a moment
it is brushed by angel wings

Amira Lue Pics

Fun in th Park!!

Some Fun Pics from 1 to 4 Months!

Welcome Baby Amira Lue

My boss is now a Grandma! Yesterday her daughter Kandi had her baby, Amira Lue. It was a rough couple of days and we were worried, but all turned out great. She went in to the Hospital on Wednesday August, 22 to be induced. Well, that didn't work too well and after a day still nothing. The baby's heart rate was dropping and she was holding her breath with every contraction and even after the contraction.

She was born safe and healthy yesterday at 3:35pm weighing 6lb 5oz and 20in long. Pics posted soon!!

Congrats to Kandi, Eric and their families!!!

Now we are just waiting for Chad and Jenn's little girl to be here. Jenn is due October 10, 2007 and we are so excited!!

Happy Birthday Autumn

Today is our Dauhter's 4th Birthday. She is Celebrating in Heaven and her Spirit is with us today. It is a very Special Day.

It is difficult this year because now we have Austin. I am so happy to have Austin, but now I know what both Autumn and I have missed out on. My Heart breaks for Autumn. I try to stay positive and know that God took her for a reason.

We will raise Austin to know he has a Big Sister in Heaven looking down on him and she will play a part in his life.

Our hope for the future is to find a Gravesite for Autumn and let her Rest in Peace. It is time for us to let her be an Angel and Fly. Right now her ashes are at our home. I needed her with me and it was comforting. Now that is has been 4 years I have to give her a special place that is just for her. I will always visit and decorate her Grave.

I can't believe it has been 4 years since Autumn was born. I often think back to that day and those very special 15 days Autumn was here. She has taught both Jason and I so much about life and love and cherishing every moment.

Hope you don't mind, but I need to reflect a little about her amazing Birthday...

Back to August 16, 2003... It was a Saturday and I was stuck in the Hospital on complete Bedrest. Couldn't get up for a thing and I was so down and miserable. Well, this day was different. I was cheering up and starting to face the fact I was stuck there until I had my baby. I was 24 weeks pregnant and the baby had a small chance to live if born. The doctors were happy I was still pregnant and every extra day she stayed in there it was a Blessing. I started to turn on the Television and read books. At first I refused and would just lay there and cry ALL day. I had Jason bring my baby shower invitations and I was working on them. I figured I had to stay positive and what better way than to make the invites.

Jason needed a break that day and he went home to get some rest and spend time with the animals. My sister, Allison came to visit me and she was helping me make the invites and talking with me. She even washed my hair, which was so nice because it has been a while!! After she left I had a visitor, Kurt. He shocked me by stopping by and it was such a nice surprise. When he was there I started to feel contractions, but didn't think much of it. Then they started to feel a little stronger. After he left I told the nurses and they weren't too worried about it. After that they went away, so I didn't think much of it myself.

Jason came back up and he brought some movies he rented. We hung out for a while just talking and watching TV. We decided around 8 to watch the movie. It ended around 10 and Jason was getting ready to leave because visiting hours were over. I started to feel very uncomfortable with contractions again and told the Nurses. They said it wasn't a big deal, but I didn't agree. I didn't feel right and I kept telling them. They were reluctant, but paged a Doctor. I wouldn't let Jason leave yet, and the Nurses were annoyed. I didn't care, I was in pain and didn't want to be without him if something happened.

The Doctor came in a while later and she cheked me. I will never forget the look on her face. She yelled for a nurse and said I had to get to L&D now because I was fully dialiated and she could feel the babys head!!! I was so scared and shocked I just started to cry. The nurses told me not to worry and it will be ok. Jason looked so scared and he is usually the calm and collected one. They got me to L&D and I was all set up for pushing, but had to wait for my Doctor. They paged her and she was coming in from home. The Nurses told me to call everyone fast because this was going to be a very fast delivery and there was no telling what could happen. She said we will need support. So we called all the friends and family we could and they were up there very fast.
My Dad and Jason's Mom arrived very fast and they were going to be in the room for the delivery. The doctor got there very soon after them and she told me to push when I felt a contraction. I wasn't feeling them now because I was so nervous. She told me to just bear down and push, so I did. Jason was tolding one leg, the Nurse holding the other and my dad was holding my hand. I pushed a few more times and it was starting to hurt. My dad coudn't take it anymore and gave my hand to Jason's mom. Everyone was screaming and giving me support. Jason looked terrified and I probably did too!

After a couple more pushed she was there. They told me to look and I could see her. She cried one tiny cry. I couldn't believe how little she was. She looked like a little doll. I couldn't hold her, she was taken to the NICU Doctors right away. They started to work on her and said for her size she did look good. Jason got the chance to go over and look at her. I could only see her from a distance and it was very sad. She wasn't with me anymore and I couldn't do anything for her any longer. It was her fight now.

The Doctors took her to the NICU soon after Delivery. Family and friends came in after that and they were all very supportive. I was happy that I had my Child, but I could feel the scared feeling in the pit of my stomach how difficult this road was going to be. I was able to get up and take a shower, and that was very hard because I have been off my feet for a while. They put me in a wheelchair and took Jason and I over to see Autumn right away.

I will never forget going into the NICU. It was so sad seeing all the tiny sick Babies and their sad parents sitting near them unable to hold them. I saw Autumn and couldn't believe how tiny she was, 1lb 5oz. I asked the Nurses if she would be able to survive and they could not tell me. They said to be ready for an up and down journey while Autumn was in the NICU. They warned me how tough it was going to be and I had to stay positive. She had so many tubes and machines attached to her. The Nurses explained them all to me, but I couldn't keep track of everything. It was so sad.

I went back to my room and tried to sleep, but didn't get to sleep much. They brought me a picture of her very early in the morning. I just stared at it for a while and prayed. Jason was in the room with me and he was sleeping. He was exhausted.

It was a very tough struggle the next couple of weeks and we visited her very often. Jason would hold her tiny little hand and talk to her. I would sit by her side and talk to her. I told her about her family and all the fun things we would do once she came home. Dressing up for Halloween, Christmas and many other fun things she had to look forward to.

I'm very said to say that she didn't get to do all those things I promised she could one day do. She couldn't fight anymore and she passed away on August 31 2003. Her time here was amazing and beautiful. It was all so bittersweet. I had my first Child and I was a Mommy, but she couldn't stay here long and was called home to Heaven. I still celebrate her life. She will never be forgotten. I hope you remember her too! If you are reading this then I am sure you were a part of her life. You probably played a part in all of this. Please rememebr her today and I am sure she is doing the same for all those who prayed for her and still remember.

Autumn,

I started my day today by waking up excited by your Birthday. You are 4 years old. You should be walking around now and exploring life. Today you should have a big party with all of your Friends and Family. I can see it now, you so excited and overjoyed that so many people are getting together to celebrate your Birthday. You would be so big and growing up into an amazing girl. Would you have Curly hair like your mom or striaght hair like Dad? I think you would be tall like mommy was at your age. I can see you now so excited we are singing Happy Birthday to you, but still a little bashful at all of the Attention you are getting. Now is the best part, you are tearing through your presents so fast and so happy with all of your new toys!! Now you are playing with all your cousins and friends. You keep yelling at your Dad saying, "Daddy, watch me do this...Daddy did you see that?!?!" I look at your dad and he is watching with such a proud look on his face. He loves to spend time with you and you look up to him. You are a Daddy's Girl. After your big party you are home now and all wound up from all of the sugar and fun things you got to do that day. I see you cuddling on the couch with me and your little Brother Austin. You are such a good big sister and you love to help me with him. He just loves you and is all smiles with you. You get really tired and it is time for bed. I give you a bath and put you in your favorite pink fuzzy pajamas. I put you to bed with your favorite pink Teddy Bear that says "it's a girl!!."(From when you were Born) I sing you a song and read you a story and I think you are asleep. I get up to turn out the lights and you look up and say, "Mommy, I love you and Daddy so much" That just brings a tear to my eye and I tell you how much we love you too. You are so Beautiful and I just look at you and start to cry. My Beautiful Daughter, growing up and I am so lucky to have you Autumn. I can't tell you how loved you are because I just can't find the words to express it. Happy Birthday my little Angel, Happy Birthday.

I know you are not here, but that is how I picture your Birthday today. Please Autumn, be with us today and we Celebrate your Birthday and miss you so bad it hurts. A Child should never have to go through what you went through. A Child should never have to die. I know you were taken for a reason and I love you. Celebrate your Birthday in Heaven and do all those fun things you should do on a Birthday. You are in Heaven with many loved ones and of course Sassy. I know you love her very much just like I did when I was little. I am not there with you, but I know you are here with me. I can feel your Spirit. I love you and Happy Birhtday Autumn!

Love,
Mommy

5 Months!!

Yesterday Austin turned 5 whole months old lol!! He is really growing and it is so interesting to watch him now. He is almost on the move and I expect he will be crawling in no time. Every week he changes and develops so much. He loves to stand still, but just recently he started to take steps(like within days.) Of course, he has to be holding on to someone but is it still such an accomplishment.

He is eating rice cereal 2 times a day now and he loves it. He likes to lay on his tummy and have all his toys infront of him. That usually will keep him busy for a while.

Austin seems to think when he is with his Dad, it is play time. All Jason has to do is look at him and Austin reacts with a huge smile and gets very energetic and playful. I try to keep Jason out of his sight around bedtime. I get him all cuddled and sleepy and he looks at Dad and perks right up.

I am the opposite, Austin likes to cuddle with me and knows I am the calm mommy. Around me he will play and we do have fun, but he is much more of a cuddler. When he gets bigger I hope that changes some. I really want to be very involved with his sports and all the fun stuff too!! I won't be a boring mom, I promise!! :)

One downer is he still has the bump on his head. After worring about it I took him to the dermatologist to get a second opinion. The doc did say it is a Hemangioma and not to worry, it will go away in time. That is the key word, time. It could be a couple years. I will try not to worry too much about it.

So all in all things are going wonderfully for the Rockett family. We are looking forward to our Tennessee Vacation coming up in November. Can't wait to get out and have fun with Austin and take him to a new place.

Austin's Birth Story

So, I was thinking and I realized that I never added Austin's Birth Story on here.

One reason is how overwhelming a new baby can be. My every second went to him, then before you know it I went back to work, and blah blah blah.

Anyway, I really want to document it, not that I will EVER forget it, but there could be tiny details I want to rememebr and look back on. And of course I have to document it, for Austin!!

So...back to March 14, 2007. I had an appointment with Dr. Mehta and she told me a week before that she would, "Try to get things started" at my next appiontment. I knew what it meant, but at the same time I didn't. I couldn't believe that I would ever get induced. Not me, the girl who went into the hosital 5 plus times with preterm labor!! So anyway, I went in really early with Jason and my mom. I had a feeling it would be that day, but I just didn't want to believe it. After everything I have been though it was hard to believe there was going to be a Happy Ending.

We started out going to Dunkin Donuts so Jason could get something to eat, which was a really good idea considering the day we had before us. I didn't eat, too nervous. That was a big mistake! We got there at about 8:30am and I was so nervous that I could hardly stand it. The doctor came in and checked me, and said it was time and she was going to send me over to Labor and Delivery. I was so astonished that it really was time to have a normal labor and deliver a healthy full term baby. I had turned 37 weeks pregnant that day, which is full term.

We went over to the hospital, got settled in the room and got started on the meds to induce me. I thought it would be really fast after that, but it wasn't. I thought after all that bedrest and work of keeping the cervix shut, the meds would just make it really open fast. I started to have tiny contractions and they lasted for a little while. I chit-chatted with family and had a couple of visitors. I actually had a lot of visitors from the nurses and staff who helped me while I was there with all of my preterm labor visits. The whole floor was buzzing aroud excited that I was having my healthy, full-term baby boy.

Finally, the contractions started to get strong. I was a little uncomfortable. You have to remember that I have been having contractions since I was 20 weeks pregnant. My doctor, and all of the nurses told me I better get an epideral asap because I WILL need it. I was really freaked out about a needle going in my back, but I decided to go ahead and do it. How bad could it be? I have been poked tons this pregnancy and had two amnios. It can't be worse than poking a long needle though my belly into my uterus. Well, I was right, it wasn't that bad. I went almost numb from the waist down.

At this point, all I wanted to do was sleep. I was so relaxed and exhausted from the epideral. The nurse came in and was a little worried about Austin's Heart Rate. She thought he might be in distress so I was given oxygen. I was very worried at that point and thought maybe I would have to get a C-Section. I DID NOT want to get that, and was praying to God that he please not put me though it after everything else I have been through. I just wanted a normal happy delivery. Well, maybe they are happy after all the pain and pushing, not during.

It was afternoon sometime and my Doctor finally made it over to see me. At this point the contractions just stopped. She was concerned about it, but didn't say much. She knows I am the kind of person to freak out about the smallest scare because I have been freaking out a lot this pregnancy. I had been nicknamed Mrs. Anxiety by her and the nurses. She checked me and I was still the same when I saw her that morning. She told me to just have her paged and she will come when I was ready. She also decided to put me on a cathider since my legs were numb and couldn't get up to pee. I also had an internal monitor on Austin's head. Everything was down there, but I didn't care. I was on the best pain meds ever!

As soon as she left, she sent in another doctor to break my water. I didn't see how he was going to get in there with everything else, but he did. I didn't feel it at all. He said it was the clearest amniotic fluid he has ever seen. Taht was the strangest compliment I think I have ever received, lol! That made me happy, there was no infection. I was also frustrated because I was put through the agony of 2 amnios. But thats ok, it was all worth it! So a little bit of time went by and all of a sudden I was really hurting. I was feeling the contractions and I never felt that pain before. Even with the epideral they were hurting BAD. I was dealing with it for a couple of them. Well, that didn't last long. I told the nurse to get the doctor now!!! Dr. Mehta came in and checked me and I couldn't believe it, I was fully dialiated and ready to push. They got me ready and then it was time. I couldn't believe it, I was going to have my little boy. I thought the hardest part was done, and it would be so easy to push him out. YEAH RIGHT!!

Dr. Mehta looked at me and said, to push. I looked back at her like, huh? I was expecting coaching or something. I am the kind of person who needs that in those situations. Also, I have been on bedrest for 5 months and no strength to begin with. Well, I didn't really get it at first. I was pushing, and not much was happenening. I went through it about 10 times and I couldn't believe I didn't have him yet. I was exhausted! I had NO MORE energy to do this. My mom was on one side of me, and Jason on the other both holding my legs. The doctor was down there along with another doctor and 2 nurses were walking around the room. I was really pt on display.I really felt like at one point I was boring the doctor! I asked if anything was happening yet, and she said I was doing great. With every question that was the answer. You are doing great. At first I believed it, but at this point I was exhausted and just didn't want to hear it. She told me to feel down there and she could see the head. I thought he was almost out. So I felt and I could only feel a tiny little part of the top of his head. I was so frustrated and told them there were crazy! I was no where near done.

So, I kept on pushing and pushing and pushing and..... it just went on and on. It was really hurting and I think they turned off my epideral (not really, but it sure felt like it.) I was starting to really feel pain in my lower back and couldn't stand it anymore. I was screaming VERY loud with every push and telling them I couldn't do it anymore! I tried to look over and my moms shirt and focus on the angel she was wearing. That didn't last for too long. They always say find a focal point, but it didn't work for me. Nothing was working and I couldn't push that baby out! My dad, Jason's dad and Mark were all in the hallway listening to me. They said I was screaming so loud a nurse and to come and shut the door because I was scaring the other pacients.

At last, I was getting some support other than my mom. Poor Jason was in shock and scared with me screaming and in so much pain. He did not know what to do. The doctors were screaming for me to push. Another nurse came in and she would throw my head up and hold my back and not let me stop. This is what I needed, some motivation. I was at the point where I actually WANTED the scary C-Section. Anything was better than going through this torture. I was crying and so frustrated. I was losing concentration and drive to push that baby out. Another nurse came it, she was my favorite from all those other visits to the Hospital. She was wonderful! So, I had the support and everyone was screaming at me to push. It may sound crazy, but it helped out alot.

Finally after over an hour of pushing, Austin was born around 4:30pm. It was all a blur at this point. All of a sudden everyone was telling me to look at my baby and I saw a blue little chunky baby boy!!! I have been dreaming of this moment ever since I lost Autumn. I just wanted to have a healthy baby and hear him cry. Then I realized I didn't hear a cry. I kept listening and listening and then there it was. My little boy was here!!! I couldn't hold him right away. Jason cut the cord, even though he really didn't want to. He doesn't like that kind of thing. The doctor pushed him to do it. Austin was taken to the other side of the room and there were NICU doctors working on him making sure he was healthy and the lungs were fully developed. I thought for sure they were going to take him to the NICU, but they didn't!! He was perfect and he was handed to me all bundled up and adorable. I was so excited and overwhelmed with love. I was holding my healthy perfect son!!! Before I knew it the room filled with our family. It was so nice. My sisters were there, Brandon, Jacob, My dad, Jason's dad, my mom, Mark. Austin was passed around the room and tons of pics were taken. I twas one of the best experiences of my life. I remember Austin being passed to me, and Jason was there. We just looked at each other and that spoke more words than anyone could ever say. There was an understanding, a great feeling. Thank You God for Belssing me with Austin and my Family.

Happy Anniversary

Tuesday, August 7, 2007 was our Wedding Anniversary. We didn't do anything special, and it was a ordinalry day, but thats ok. Now that we have Austin and both work a lot that is to be expected. It was still special and wonderful! I love you Jason

Sleepy Austin

This Pisture isn't the best quailty, but I had to add it. It was taken with my cell phone. He was in his walker having fun, trying to attack the bears (something he just started to do , and it is so funny) and he just fell asleep. His eyes were getting heavy and all of a sudden...ZzZzZzZzZz

One Year Ago...

One year ago seems lifetimes away. I never knew my life could change so much in just one year. One year ago from July 28, 2007 was a big day for Jason and I. It was the day I found out I was PREGNANT! The funny thing, is I didn't expect it. Jason and I were going to a fertility Doctor, so we were trying for a baby, but to actually get the news was amazing! I had to do a tepm chart for the fertililty doc(take temp every morning at the same time) and I had missed my period, chich was very normal for me. I had to call the doctors office and let them know about it and they said I had to come in to do bloodwork. The nurse said because of the way my temp chart looked, it was possible I could be pregnant. So I went in that morning to get the bloodwork, I had the morning off work, it was a Friday. I didn't expect that was really it though, I have had so many false pregnancy tests at this point, I didn't dare count on it anymore. The Nurse called me a few hours later and said the news was good and I was PREGNANT!

I didn't know what to do, I was on the phone with her and running around the house like a weirdo! She told me what to do, what not to do. I had to go back and get bloodwork every week to make sure everything was going well. I got off the phone and called Jason to give him the amazing news. He was almost speechless, it was so sweet. He was very happy though.

I could not sit still, so I got in the car and drove to my mom's house in Toledo. I got there and tried not to give it away. I had a big smile on my face and she said,"what, are you Pregnant?" I said YES!!!! She was so happy she started to pace the room and cried. It was so awesome.

That weekend we told the rest of the family, it was the best!!

Anyway, my point is looking back on this year is just so amazing. All of what I went through is just so worth it. Now I have a healthy 4 1/2 month old son, Austin!!

More Firsts!!

Austin is REALLY growning up now! Everyday he amazes me. It's almost like I expected him to stay a little Bambino forever or something :)

Austin has been so fussy during the day, I think it has been out of boredom. We have all tried to entertain him and play with him, but he is sick of the same old stuff. I didn't realize, but he was ready to move onto bigger and better things. We have another babysitter, Denise and she has been telling me I should get a walker for him. I didn't at first, because I thought he was too young. Boy, was I wrong. We picked one up and he shocked me. He stood in it, and played with the attached toys, then he started to scoot himself around the room (We won't call it walk yet, just scoot:) ) We were at my mom's house on Saturday and we put him in it, and he loved it. It was so funny, but almost brought a tear to my eye. I couldn't help but feel proud, and just so emotional about the whole thing. He isn't a little blob anymore, not that I didn't love it when he was a blob, lol!!

Oh, I'm not done yet, there is more! That night at my Mom's house, Austin just kept eating and eating. We decided to give in and feed him some rice cereal from a spoon. It was so adorable! I wasn't sure how he would do, but he loved it. He swallowed it and then smiled like he wanted more. Again, almost got teary eyed! My baby is growing up!! Before you know it he will be playing Hockey with his Daddy and Gramps!!

I'm happy to report that I have finally taken the Doctors advice and I have stopped boiling his water. I was nervous at first (big surprise I know) but he has been ok. It's a lot easier on us too!

Hmm..What else?? He has been in a mood lately. I called the doc and he has to go back on Zantac until she seems him again in 2 months. He is miserable without the meds. Hopefully by six months he will outgrow that.

I will post pics soon of his sloppy food face that I love!

So, now you are updated on the life of little Austin!

Peek-A-Boo

4 Months

Yesterday we took Austin to his 4 month check up appt. Austin was in a great mood for the first part of the day, until we runied it. Sorry Kiddo :(

Some good parts of the visit...

*He weights 15lbs, which is average for his age.
*He is 25 inches long, tall like his Mommy.
*He can start to eat rice cereal, just a little though!
*We don't have to boil his water anymore, but I probably will.
* The doc is happy with his development (sitting up with support, reaching for things, laughing, standing with help)


Some not so good part to the visit...

*He has a flat part on the back of his head. She isn't worried because they want babies to sleep on their backs. It should work itself out when he starts to get mobile.
*He still has that bump on his forehead. She said the only way to tell what it is would be to biopsy it. She isn't ready to do that and will keep an eye on it. She is thinking it is just a cyst or blood vessels. I am nervous!!
*He got his second round of shots, 4 total. Poor little guy was upset and screaming. It almost made me sick to watch him in pain. He was a little miserable once we got home. We gave him some baby tylenol and just comforted him all day and night. No fever or anything serious this time. Last night was rough though.


I can't believe he is 4 months, he is really growing and has such a personality. I am truly blessed to have Austin and Jason in my life. My family is amazing, and hopefully we will be blessed with another in the future.

Looking forward to 5 Months!!

I Spoke with My Child

For you, Autumn...

http://www.ispokewithmychild.com/

I miss You!

It's so hard to be away from you while I am at work. Know that I am doing this for you though. I want more than anything to be home with you everyday. We have goals we have to reach and bills we have to pay. Mommy loves you and I always make sure we have our time everyday.

First 4th

Above are Pics of Aunt Jennifer and your cousin, Trent. The other is you sleeping at Grandpa Geister's house. :)

Austin,

Last week was your First 4th of July. It was a very busy day and you did so well. We started out by going to Grandpa Geister's house. That was nice becuase you got to see Aunt Jennifer, Uncle Jerry and your cousins. You slept and ate most of the time. When you were awake, you were in a great mood. After that we went to see Uncle Chad and Aunt Jenn for their big get together. Didn't get to see many fireworks yet, you are still to young for that and I didn't want to scare you with the loud booms. You did see a few at NaNa's house and you could care less anyway.

Next year will be really fun and you will be able to go swimming and all kinds of fun things.

Love You!!

To Austin

Dear Austin,

I'm doing this so you can look back on these early days in your life. Something you can treasure and I can document all your special moments. Love you!!

Smiles

Here are the Hammy Smile pics I promised. :)

3 Months

Austin is three months and he is doing great. I am thrilled because I FINALLY got a picture of his big hammy smiles. I will post it when I get a chance (yeah, right! may never happen.) He is getting so big, he had to go to the doctor today and he is a whopping 13lb 12oz, almost doubled his weight. I don't have a clue what is average, and this is new to me so please excuse me for being so excited over this. I guess it is a new mommy thing and you could probably care less lol. The doctor did say that his weight is above average for his age, looks like we have a big boy on our hands. The better to play hockey :)

Daddy had to take Austin to the doctor because he started projectile vomiting yesterday. Oh, and everytime he did it, it was all over me! Poor baby made me nervous and the doc said she wanted to see him to rule out anything serious. He seems to be doing great, though. I did take him off the zantac, thinking he would be fine...oops! Back to zantac we go.

Austin's personality is really coming though, it is so amazing. He isn't crying as much, and he is just the happiest little guy. Daddy and I can get him really laughing, just have to give him a certain face and he cracks up. It is such joy to see that. I look forward to it more than anything. He loves to sit in his chair when I am in the kitchen and watch me. Everytime I look at him he gives that beautiful hammy smile and just cracks up.

That is how month three has been so far, can't wait for other milestones and more smiles!

Baby "Hersey" Arrived

I made a Bed Rest Buddy while Pregnant with Austin. We met through the Sidelines Website. Sidelines gives support to Women and their families facing a High-Rish Pregnancy. It got me through a lot.

Anyway, her name is Ashley and she gave me the idea for this blog. She gave Birth to her beautiful daughter, Dylan this past weekend. Congrats Ashley, now you can finally get off that bed!

You can visit her blog at www.bedrestboutique.com

Baptism Gown

Austin wore a beautiful family heirloom for his Baptism on Sunday June 3 2007. His Great Grandma Rockett made it for her first born, John in 1951. Following John, her other kids wore it and it is very special. Austin looked like a perfect Angel it in, I was so proud he wore it. Even Daddy and Aunt Ashley wore it! Great Grandma Rockett is going to embroider everyones name and the date on it and give it back to us for the next baby.

Family who wore it:

John (Rest in Peace)
Marilyn
Tom
Chris (Austin's Grandpa)
Paul
Jason
Ashley
Austin

The gown will continue to be handed down in the family. It's already in 3rd generation now.

Rockett Photography

My new hobby has turned into a 2nd Job! I booked my first Wedding and I can't wait to do it! So excited :)

Baptism

Yesterday, June 3 2007 Austin was Baptised. It was a wonderful day and best of all Austin was so quiet and relaxed at the mass. I held him most of the time. This was his first Church visit, because I was so nervous to take him. I didn't want him screaming in the middle of it.

While we were standing by the Baptismal Font, Austin was smiling and giggling and I couldn't figure out why. I found out later, Daddy was making faces at him making him smile like crazy :)

His Godparents are Chad (Jason's good friend he has known forever, they are expecting their baby girl in October!!) and Ashley ( Jason's younger sister.) Others included Grandpa Geister, Diane, Cassie, Grandma Buford(nana), Grandpa Rockett (gramps), Grandma Rockett, Great Grandma Rockett, Great Great Aunt Jan, Great Great Aunt Kathy, Aunt Jenn, and Jodi.

After the Ceremony we went to Grandpa Rockett's for a wonderful get together. It was a perfect day for Austin.

P.S. Aunt Allison, Brandon and Jacob were there in Spirit. They were on their way and got stuck in traffic, then the car stalled in Detroit!

Nicknames

Boo Boo *Started by Great Grandma Beverly*

Little Man *Daddy*

Pumpkin Muffin *Mommy*

Chunky Monkey *Mommy. He is putting on so much weight and we love it!*

Monster *He loves to stand on my lap. Sometimes he shrugs his shoulders and wiggles back and forth like a monster*

Little Dinosaur *When he was a month old he would make Dino noises*

Fuss Bucket *NaNa for obvious reasons*

Rockett Man *Everyone, for obvious reasons*

Miracle Baby *He went through a lot to get here safe and healthy*

Super Hero * My Boss Marlean and her Sister Stella think his name sounds like a Super Hero*

Rock Star * His Pediatrician said his name sounds like a Rock Star name (Austin Rockett)*

I'm sure there will be more to follow :)

Angels Playing

My mom called me at work this morning to tell me something that really touched my heart. Her and Austin went to Great Grandma Beverly's house yesterday, she loves to visit with him. My mom was cuddling Austin and doing her normal routine to comfort him (hold him, kiss on his cheak and pat his bottom) it's very adorable and only nana does it. Anyway, she was doing that and he started to drift off. As he falls asleep he starts to smile really big, it's so cute. Great Grandma Beverly noticed and said to my mom, " You know, when they do that, Angels are playing with them." This took me to Autumn right away (Austin's Big Sister who is looking down on him from Heaven.) I know she is with him, she is his Guardian Angel and the thought of that brings tears to my eyes.

We Love You Autumn!
xoxoxo

Memorial Day Weekend

Austin's mood is really changing...finally! Not that I didn't enjoy him before, it's just getting more rewarding. He is cooing and smiling and it's so sweet. I am glad he actually means to do it now. He always smiles while he is falling asleep, but now when I poke his nose he is a giggling smiling fool! And it's a big hammy smile that I love. He is starting to just relax is his crib. He will still scream at times, but now he is actually content most of the time.

He had a busy Memorial Day Weekend. We went to NaNa's to do some laundry on Saturday. We were there all day. Our dryer is broken :( Working of fixing it. It's no fun to have a baby and no dryer. He comes with lots-a-dirty laundry!

Sunday we went to Grandpa Geister's house because our electricity was out. Austin and I were bored and decided to go and visit Grandpa. It was nice, my dad played with him, loved on him and actually fed him for the first time. Then he got nervous and let me feed him. He couldn't stand Austin crying so he took him, burped him and rocked him to sleep. It was so sweet. After that we went to Grandpa Rockett's house for a BBQ. Austin was very sleepy at first. We finally woke him up and he was such a sweetheart. Grandpa Rockett got to feed him his next bottle and he did great! After he ate, he got to see Great Grandpa Rockett and he was in a great mood for her. He insisted on standing (with her help of course) most of the day. He is getting so strong and so big! Mrs. Putz and her sister came to visit him and gave him a nice gift. Aunt Marilyn got to meet him too! It was nice, and Austin was loving every second!

2 Month Pictures

Here are Austin's 2 month pictures. We went to JC Penney after his doctor appointment and he got his shots. We will not be doing that again, he was upset. Even though it looks like he was sleeping peacefully, he was NOT! Everytime we moved him, he woke up, all we could get was 4 poses. That's ok, he did great for just getting 4 shots. Can't wait for next month pics!

Photoshoot

I love to take pictures of Austin. He is so photogenic. I am really thinking of becoming a photographer! Isn't he so cute!!

11 - 11

Austin went to the doctor today for his 2 month well baby chcek-up. It went very well and I am happy to say I didn't drill the doctor with questions this time. Austin weighs 11lbs 11oz today! 11-11 means a lot to Jason and I. Every time I see the clock hit 11:11 I pray and send special wishes to heaven to Autumn. Jason and I first started trying for a baby on Nov 11 (11/11/05). I know it sounds cheesy, but it's just one of those things.

Anyway, all went well at the doctor, for the most part anyway. We did find out he has swlooed testicles. I know there is a name for it, but I can't remember what she said. It should go away on it's own, for rare cases he might need surgery when he gets to be 1 year old. I am not going to worry about that though!

After she did her check up and he passed he had to get all his shots :( As we were waiting for the doctor Austin started to coo a lot. It was so adorable! He was in such a good mood and this was the most I have seen him coo ever. I felt horrible when the doctor came in and gave him 4 shots. He was a trooper though, cried a lot then he was ok. A little out of it, but I would be too after 4 shots.

We decided to get his 2 month pics taken at JC Penney after that. Maybe not such a good idea after all! He fussed so bad, we had to leave to feed him and come back. We could only get 4 good poses, but thats ok. I was happy to get him out of there.

All in all Austin is doing great. I took 2 days off to spend some quality time with him and it has been nice. I wish I could be here all of the time with him :)

Perfect Monthers Day

Thanks to Austin and Jason, I had a PERFECT Mother's Day! It was amazing. We started out by playing with my gift, a photo printer! I love it, now I can print up all my fav photos of Austin whenever I want! After that we decided to take Austin out to eat for the first time. Before I have been too nervous to do it. It went wonderful, Austin just looked around for a while then fell asleep. It was so sweet.

After that we went to the mall for a while. I bought a couple things and Jason went to get some shorts. I had to feed Austin in public (bottle feed) for the first time. It wasn't that bad at all. I just went to a quiet corner in the mall and fed, cuddled him. I am getting more comfortable everyday. While Iw as feeding him and nice old man came up and said how sweet we look together. It was a wonderful compliment.

From there it was on to Elizabeth Park to take some AMAZING pics. It was a outdoor photoshoot :) Austin fussed a lot, but we didn't torture him too much.

Next was on to get some flowers to plant at the house. Jason wasn't too crazy about this, but he did it with a smile on his face. Austin was getting very tired and I could tell he just wanted to be at home. This was a big day out for him. We decided to stop by and see my Grandma for a few and my mom. It was nice, but it was great to go home!

I have the next two days off to spend with Austin and I will enjoy and cherish them! Today Austin is 2 months! I can'e believe it :) He is getting so big. He goes to the doctor tomorrow, I wll let you know how he is doing!

Big Boy!

Austin went to the doc yesterday with Grandma and he is doing well. He does have a tiny eye infection, but he will be just fine. I am glad he went in to get checked out. He weights almost 11lbs, I can't believe it. All of this time I have been so scared he would be born premature and look at him now! He is perfect, eating/sleeping well and just a sweet sweet addition to the family.

Wonderful Wednesday

Haven't posted in a while. I am FINALLY getting back into the swing of things. I am not as stressed out as I have been. Taking care of Austin is getting easier and easier. Before I was scared that I would "break" him. I am so glad to be a little bit back to normal.

One bad thing is I am back to work. Although it is good to be back, it is so hard to leave Austin for 9 hours a day. My mom is watching him and that is wonderful. I love that he is with someone I know and trust. Who better than mom??

Austin goes to the doctor today with my mom for an eye infection. He has a lot of build up and yuckie yellow slime on his eye. I called the doctor to get him in and the nurse said just to rub his eye and keep warm compress on it and it should be fine. She must have not known she was talking to a worried new mommy - I made sure to get him in right away. Better tobe safe than sorry, right? I am sure he is fine, but I would rather hear it from a doctor. Austin has been on Zantac for his reflux. He is doing wonderful on that. I think he even likes the taste of the medicine :) No more spit up/screaming in pain/coughing. HE still gets hic-ups a little, but thats ok.

I can't wait to hear how much he weighs. He is getting so big. I have been enjoying dressing him in his adorable outfits. He is just a sweetheart. His mood is not as fully and he is awake a lot more during the day. Oh!!! And he sleep 6-8 hours though the night!!! That is WONDERFUL.

Thats about all for now!

Busy Day

Austin went to the doctor again today for shots and check on his reflux. He still has it and he is going on Zantac to help him feel better. I hope it takes his discomfort away :( On a good note, he weighs 9lb 12oz, he gained 8oz in 6 days. Thats super good!!

After the doctor appt, I went out with him for the first time just us two. I have been scared to do it because I don't want him to start screaming in the middle of the store, lol. It wasn't bad, we started off at Toys R Us and that was good. This is the same Toys R Us I went to as a child, so there was something special about taking my baby there for the first time. After that we went to Meijer to fill his perscription. He started to cry while we were there. Good thing I could leave really fast after dropping off the perscription.

Today was my nephew's 7th Birthday. He is really growing up! We all went to Port Huron for a Birthday party at Chuck E Cheese. It was nice, and he did so well for such a really long drive. Happy Birthday Jared!! Tomorrow is my other nephew's Birthday, Brandon. Can you believe between me and my sisters there are 7 Boys!! There are enough for a hockey team lol!!!

I off to clean the messy house now that we are home. Hopefully Austin will let me get some good sleep tonight.

Goodnight!

Nine Pounds!!

Austin went to the doc yesterday and he was 9lb 4oz. He has gained 2lb in 2 weeks, chunky monkey :) Poor little man has reflux though. We have to switch formula to a thicker one and if that doesn't work he has to go on zantac. He also has a heart murmur. Doc said it's normal though...sigh. Austin is doing great:)

Coffee Kick

I had one of my first cups of coffee this evening...wow! I shouldn't be able to drink it. I haven't been able to sit down since. It turns me into super woman. I have been cleaning and doing everything. Jason has enjoyed it lol. Hope I don't get addicted.

So True

Instructions SO NOT INCLUDED!!! That's ok, we are learning :)

3 weeks

Today Austin is 3 weeks old. He is doing fantastic and I am feeling much better. I still don't getmuch sleep, but it is getting easier. Last night was rough, little man wouldn't stop crying. That's ok, I guess he is worth it.

Yesterday was Austin's due date! Thats just crazy to me. He turned out 100% perfect just like I was praying for. What a little miracle baby!