Monthly Archives: May 2012

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

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Several times a year, our home becomes divided. Tonight is one of those nights since the Phillies are playing the Cubs. Before Addison was born, we had to make an important decision on what teams she was going to pull for. We decided she would support her dad by routing for the Cubs in baseball (because let’s be honest, who can really hate the Cubs? Everyone loves an underdog.). And during football season, she would support me by cheering for the Eagles. We could not reach an agreement in college basketball so we will let her decide whether she likes Duke or Carolina. So tonight Addison is routing for the Cubs with Daddy, but it looks like this little Cub is worn out.

Shop Til You Drop

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Today I woke up feeling less zombie-like because Addison slept through most of the night with only one feeding around 3am. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come. Since she was so good, I thought I would take her on her first shopping trip for a nice reward. With Nonna’s help, off we went to Pollywogs Boutique, Carter’s and Gymboree.

I finally feel like I am coming back to life with my clean hair and touch of makeup.

Car seat time!

Addison can barely carry all her shopping bags. She literally shopped til she dropped and can’t wait to share with everyone what’s in the bags. (Hint: her first photo shoot is tomorrow)

Meeting More Family

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Over the weekend, Addison met more of the Walsh’s. On Friday, she met her Aunt Amanda, who came in from Atlanta. And on Saturday, she met her Aunt Kristin and her cousin, Brady.  She met Uncle Ryan earlier in the week.  We can’t wait until her and Brady can begin playing together.

It’s Race Time

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Daddy has been waiting to watch a race with his little girl. And what makes it more special is its daddy’s favorite race – Darlington.

Boogity, Boogity, Boogity, let’s go racing, Addison.

Take Me Home

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On May 9th, they gave both Addison and I the ok to go home. And we were ready! Poor Daddy had to pack up the car again with ALL the stuff we brought, and then Addison and I came out. Addison’s “going home” outfit was a pink ruffled Ralph Lauren dress. It was a little big on her, but still so cute. Unfortunately, we did not get any pictures of her in the outfit because we covered her up in the blanket. Bad Mommy and Daddy – what can I say? Mommy and Daddy are learning, and we were so focused on making the ride home a good one for her. We did get a few good pics, see below. She slept through the whole car ride and her first hour at her house.


Before getting in the car


All locked in – Daddy did a good job installing the car seat


She is ready to go (and already asleep)!

Addison has only been home for several hours, and she is already settling in. She loves her swing and took her longest nap ever rocking back and forth. She is also enjoying spending some time with Daddy.


Is that a little smile? A smirk? I know its too soon, but she’s an over-achiever.

Meeting Addison

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Addison comes into this world surrounded by lots of love. She was so excited to see all of her visitors. And she knows that she hasn’t met many of you yet, but she is looking forward to when she does.


Addison and her Daddy. (Notice daddy’s shirt)


Addison and her Nonna (Italian for grandmother)


Addison and her Grandpa


Addison with Misty and Jim-bo


Addison and Brandon


Our first family photo

Stay tuned and come visit the blog tomorrow to see Addison going home!

Meet Addison Willow

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Our little angel is finally here. At 41 weeks and 2 days, we were sent to the hospital for our induction since the little one made no progress on her own. I guess she was a little comfy. On Sunday, May 6, 2012, we headed to the hospital so they could begin the 2 stage induction process. The first stage of the induction worked perfectly, and I began going into labor around 3 in the morning. Around 5:45, they started the pitocin which helped the labor move forward. By the 11:00 am check, I was already 5cm dilated and the doctor was surprised and pleased that we had come so far. And then the best news came around 4:00pm when we discovered that we were 9.5 cm dilated. Again, the doctor was shocked that we were so far. At 5:23, the pushing began, and at 6:16 p.m. on May 7, 2012, our little sweet baby girl entered the world.

Luckily (for me), she wasn’t quite as big as they projected her to be. At the 41 week ultrasound, they thought she was already 9 pounds (especially since her daddy was almost a 10-pounder). Our little Addison weighed in at 8 pounds 6 ounces and was 20 1/4 inches.

As soon as she came out, everyone began talking about how much she looked like daddy. What do you think? Secretly, this mommy is holding out hope that something about her will look like mommy.