Lily/Family Photo Shoot

Last Saturday we went to a fellow teacher friend's house of Auntie Sharon's for a little photo shoot. Since Lily was born I have only snapped photos of her myself but I wanted to get professional ones taken. Sharon's friend Kathy is starting to take he photography hobby to the next level and used Lily as a guinea pig for her first infant shoot. We arrived there at the perfect time. Lily was fed and just woke up from a nap so she was all smiles! For about a solid hour Kathy snapped Lily with a few shots of the three of us. I am very pleased with the results. I can't wait to develop them and enlarge some for the wall.

I give you the BEAUTIFUL LILY ......

Lily's 1st Christmas 2009

2009 Coyle Christmas - First of many!

We survived!!! It was nice to have 2 days after Christmas day to recover. Lily was a trooper traveling place to place. Naps were were all over and I think for the past week, every time she fell asleep she has woken up in a different place. Lily received all sorts of gifts. From bikinis to toys; she is set for quite a while. Luckily we brought the truck. It was nice to see everyone but it was a relief to be back at home Sunday night. There's no place like home.

Wingett Tradition - Hand stitched stockings by "Grammy"

Saturday morning we went to have pictures taken; Auntie Sharon's Christmas gift. I am anxiously awaiting those. Kathy (photographer) got some awesome shots. Once again Lily was a trooper. She had a few wardrobe changes along with some sleepy shots. There should be quite a variety.

Until next time.....

First trip to see Santa

IT WAS A SUCCESS!

The three of us trucked into town on Saturday morning to Bass Pro Shops to sit on Santa's Lap. Ryan and I already got what we wished for this year - A Happy & Healthy Baby! The line wasn't too bad, about 30 mins. It turned out to be perfect because Sugar Bee fell asleep in her stroller and took a little snooze. In perfect timing she opened her eyes and we were up next. No tears and all smiles.

On our way to see Santa...


Such a happy camper...


Daddy & Lily (starting to get sleepy)...


5 minutes later...


Lily and Santa - 2009


First Family Christmas 2009...


By the fire & man was that toasty!...


After wards, we decided to treat ourselves to lunch. Lily again took a snooze so it kind of felt like Ryan and I were on a date hahaha. We window shopped a little more around the nice Gulf Coast Town Center and then it was home we headed.

Sunday Grammy and Grandpa came over to pick up Lily and keep her till Christmas Eve "Eve". As much as I thought I would need a few days to clean and get some extra hours in at work - Ryan and I are both lost without her!!!! About a month ago we entertained the idea of having one of the many Grandma's babysit for New Years...these past few days may have changed our minds.

I've been calling multiple times a day to make sure our lil Sugar Bee is being well taken care of and of coarse she is getting nothing less than spoiled rotten! Auntie Sharon is suppose to go pic-up Lily from my mom tomorrow because when Grammy is around no one is able to touch her. Hopefully they will have a good time together and Lily will be on her best behavior so that it doesn't scare Auntie Sharon from giving Lily a cousin or 5.

Ryan and I have been hitting some overtime with work and hope to get on the road Wednesday evening to head over to the east coast. So there will be another update of the upcoming chain of events.

Christmas Eve at Ryan's Aunt Peggy's
Christmas Morning at Grammy & Grandpa's (Wingett side)
Christmas Mid-Morning at Granny & Pop's (Coyle side)
Christmas Lunch at Uncle Mike's (Bulter side)
Christmas Dinner at Uncle Jason and Crystal's (Coyle side)
Day after Christmas (morning) Lily's/ 1st Family pictures
Day after Christmas (evening) A friend' s 30th surprise party.

ughhhh I am already tired from just thinking about it all!

To say the least we are going to be ALL OVER THE PLACE!

Merry Christmas Everyone!!!!! xoxo

5 Months & Christmas Approaching

Time is flying and Lily is growing fast. We hit a few bumps along the way but nothing we haven't been able to overcome. Recently Ryan and I got sick. Luckily it was only a 24-48hr bug. We were in Ft. Lauderdale when we came down with it so Ryan and I stayed at his parents and we sent Lily over to my folk's house in hopes she wouldn't catch it. Just when I thought we were in the clear of keeping the germs contained, Grammy caught it. After talking with the girls from Lily's daycare we realized she was the "carrier" but never showed any symptoms. Proof that her immune system is building up. We were scheduled that same weekend to have pictures taken on Sunday but due to the "stomach bug" we had to cancel. If all goes as plans, we are going to try again the day after Christmas.

Speaking of Christmas - its right around the corner. We are both excited to be able to see the family and friends for the holiday. But we are ecstatic for Lily's Very First Merry Christmas! It will be hectic because we are making 4 stops that day. Ryan has already said we will do it this year and next but after that we will be spending Christmas day at home.

The other day at school Santa came to visit. She was the only baby who smiled for her picture. I know, I know ...you don't need to say it "Santa looks scary" ha ha. Ryan and I are taking her Saturday morning to Bass Pro to get another picture with Santa.



General Update

Sleeps: Turns into a pumpkin at 7pm and Wakes up with a huge smile at 6am. PERFECT (like clock work) Still sleeping on her back and puts herself to sleep most of the time.

Eats: 6oz every 31/2 - 4 hrs

Growth: Getting ready to bust out of most 6mos clothes. 14lbs and ??inches

Everything is going in the mouth. Especially the fist!! She likes the "Nuk" for car rides - which are 40min rides to and from daycare/work. Luckily she itsn't attached yet. She takes it when she is tired but doesn't need it to fall asleep.

Hair: Its FINALLY coming back and yes its got that reddish tint.

Until Next Time....

4 months and many changes

Lily had her 1st Thanksgiving last weekend. We went up to Ryan's mom's (Grandma Kathy & Grandpa Ron's house) in Deland. Lily's Aunts and Uncle on the "Rheault" side were in town so it was nice to see everyone. The weather was beautiful and we had a nice visit. On Friday Lily went to her1st "Turkey Rod Run"(car show) at the Daytona Speedway. Grandpa Ron entered the 55 Chevy and 66 Mustang so it was quite the event. Saturday we trucked on over to "downtown" to walk around the shops as always.



Yesterday Lily had her 4 month check up at the dr.'s office. She passed with flying colors.

weight 13lbs 15oz
length 25in

She has grown out of most of her clothes again. We are now in 6-9mos sizes - growing like a weed. A week ago she rolled over from her belly to her back - Grammy was there to witness the first "flop over". But Grandma Kathy was able to witness Lily's 1st little belly laugh during the visit. We've tried cereal but its quite a chore. The dr. actually said to hold off until her weight gets up to the 15-16lb range. She is still teething. About a week ago she finally figured out how to grasp onto things. She is now working on the coordination to chew and hold at the same time - occasionally she holds her bottle. The last thing that she started to enjoy but I'm not too thrilled about is... "The Nuk" aka "Binky" or "Pacifier". I really don't like those but it actually soothes her and I think it may help with her teething - so we'll see how that goes. I hope it will just be a phase lol.



Below are the videos - Click the "play button" (some didn't realize these are videos ;)