Our Family at One Week

Our babies turned one week old today. I can honestly say I have loved every minute since their arrival. Even in the twilight hours, my heart is more full than I could have ever imagined.

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We went to our pediatrician for quick weight checks this afternoon. Both babies are gaining weight well. I am sure I have not thanked the Lord enough for how gracious He has been to us. Our babies both came home from the hospital needing no special care and they continue to be healthy. It is what we always prayed for and more.

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This afternoon we decided we wanted to get out of the house so since it was a gorgeous, cool afternoon, we 5 headed to the park. It was perfect and so fun to be together as a family. Here is our family deciding we needed to do something...

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Simeon and Lieren all buckled up and ready to go...

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Silas helping push his little brother and sister into the park...

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I soon took over...

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Daddy and Silas played and played and played...

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They even practiced for Silas' future in baseball; batting and running the bases...

While the rest of us watched or napped...

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Silas was extremely worn out and dirty at the end, if you can't tell. Running the bases turned into writing letters in the dirt and then "I fall down" in the dirt. As my dad said, it's what boys do!

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Thanks for continuing to pray for us as we learn how to do life well in this season. It is good. Not always easy, but very, very good.

We Have Fallen In Love...

With these two.
The babes are sleeping right here this morning after a good feeding time. Shane is still resting after two long nights in the hospital. And I am enjoying the quiet moment.
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Lieren was born 5 pounds, 9 ounces and 18 1/2 inches long. She was born first at 6:32. I only had to push about 4 times till she slipped right out into the world! I could not believe how quickly she came. Lieren hasn't had any issues at all since birth. She feels like a tiny little thing when you hold her, and while she is the older of the two, she is definitely more petite than her brother. (and ps, when I said "natural delivery" in the previous post, don't think I didn't get an epidural as quick as possible!)
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Simeon was born 6 pounds, 4 ounces and 19 inches long. He was born six minutes later at 6:38. He was breech so came into the world feet first. Poor baby's ankles and feet are bruised from being pulled out! But he is a trooper and is recovering well. The doctors watched his breathing for the first day or so but he is not showing any signs of difficulty now. Thank you for praying that we would have two healthy babies to take home with us. The Lord has answered!
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Silas has been up to see us each day. He met his brother and sister, helped mommy hold Simeon, commented on their hats, and kissed them goodbye yesterday. I miss him so much, but know that he probably decided he has gone on vacation! He's been out for pizza, Chick-fil-a, McDonalds, and ice cream. He's gotten new toys, and went to Bass Pro. Having so many grandparents in one place is like a dream come true!
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Today is a milestone in the Drury home...it is our 10th anniversary. I'm looking over at Shane right now and thinking that this is not where I ever imagined we would spend this special day. And yet, I wouldn't have it any other way. Let others head to white sandy beaches...we'll sleep in a hospital bed and a pull-out couch. I cannot imagine more love than we feel right here in this room. Our God has been good and we would not change one little piece of His plan.

Meet Our Sweet Little Ones

Our babies are down in the nursery right now. They are precious and sweet. My heart is full of gratitude and love. I still cannot believe we have three children.

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We got here this morning expecting to have a c-section at noon but our baby girl had turned head down and we decided to go for a more natural birth instead. It was what I wanted all along so I am thrilled that is how it turned out! The babies were born just after 6:30 this evening, within minutes of each other.

Because we are about to get to eat (hallelujah - I haven't eaten since last night!) and our babies may come to the room at anytime, I will just give you a quick glance at them this evening. I hope to share more tomorrow.

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Meet our darling boy, Simeon Nash...

And our tiny girl, Lieren Noelle...

Daddy Day

No one loves his Daddy more...

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And I am grateful to have my Daddy here with us today, too. What a great day to celebrate with all the guys in my life! I just can't wait for TWO days from now when I'll get to meet the newest little man to become part of our family (and he'll be bringing a little girl with him!).

Counting Down the Days

I had what should be my last doctor's appointment yesterday. It was bittersweet. I love my doctors and the nurses who have taken care of us through this pregnancy. It will be different not going to see them so often. My doctor thought I should make it till Tuesday, but was quick to tell me she was on call this weekend and as she walked out the door she said, "Maybe I'll see you then!"

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Everyone has been taking care of me like crazy. Shane and my parents are doing all they can do so I can rest and spend time with Silas. Today my dad got all the swings, bouncies, and carseats ready to go. So here is what I'll be pushing around soon...

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Late this morning we found a package at our door from the Hayes! Seriously, I was not ready for all the sweetness that Katie packed inside, including Lieren's first tutu! Thank you so much Tom, Katie and Hudson...we love you, too!

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Then this afternoon another package came from my sister. I had been wanting little shirts with all our kids' names on them. Tara found these and had them sent to us. I'm so excited for them all to wear them. The babies' onesies say "Two peas in a pod". Thank you, Tara! Just seeing those names on the shirts made the reality of twins come to life all over again...

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A few days ago I also got a package from my cousin Missy. She is so crafty and creative; she made this blanket out of pieces from some blankets she already had. Thank you, Missy, for taking so much time to bless us. I just love it and will love knowing that Lieren is wrapped in family love whenever she uses it...

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I'm thinking about packing a hospital bag tomorrow. I know, I'm crazy for not already having one packed. : )

We're Scheduled!

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Yesterday's appointment went great. I had planned on blogging about it sooner, but Shane and I both have come down with terrible colds and haven't felt like doing much except laying around. Thank goodness my parents are here to take care of all of us!
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We had the ultrasound first. My mom got to come with us, which was special. The babies are so big now that it is hard to really see much of anything. And neither one would let us take good pictures of their faces. Their measurements estimated Simeon to already weigh over 5 pounds and Lieren is just under. So they are growing well.
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Then Shane and I met with our doctor to make a plan for delivery! Both silly babies are breech, so we're planning for a c-section on Tuesday, June 22nd. Just 11 days away! If they don't come before then, I will have made it to 37 weeks on their delivery day, which is what we had hoped for all along. My doctor is on vacation for a few days between now and then, so I have an extra incentive to take it easy and keep the babies where they are.
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Thank you for continuing to pray for us and our little ones. Please pray for all of us to be well in the next few days so we can be healthy and rested for their arrival!

They're Here!

Looking Forward

This is a big week around our house. First of all, we have made it to 35 weeks! This is an amazing blessing. After 6 weeks of thinking that I might be going into labor at any time, I am thrilled and grateful to have made it this far. Every night Silas and I thank the Lord in our prayertime for another day with our babies staying in place.
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Second, my parents arrive in Louisville tomorrow from across the world! Hallelujah! Anyone who knows me knows how exciting this is - and right at this moment my Mom called to let me know they are heading to the airport! We haven't seen my parents since last summer so we are not only looking forward to just being together and letting them have lots of time with their first and only (for a few more days) grandbaby Silas, but we are also more than thankful that the Lord has seen it fit that they get to be here for the birth of their next two grandbabies. His timing is perfect and I have offered thanks over and over that we will get to be with both our families for this special birth.
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As if that wasn't enough, I am going to get my hair trimmed on Wednesday. It hasn't been done this entire pregnancy and I'm more than ready to get it shaped up. It will feel so good, I can't wait. And I will get out of the house!
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Then, on Thursday we have our big ultrasound and doctor's appointment. We hope to get a good estimate of the babies' sizes and development during the ultrasound. And then (I can hardly even bring myself to write this from how excited I am!) we will meet with my doctor and make a plan for delivery! I anticipate leaving from the doctor knowing when we will get to meet these little ones. Don't worry, I will let everyone know as soon as possible!
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So with everything we are looking forward to this week, it has not once been lost on me that these are the last days of us just being a family of three. Once my parents get here, everything changes. And while we are very much looking forward to all that is coming the next few weeks, I am trying my best to cherish the last few moments with Shane and Silas doing life as we know it now. Shane and I decided no babysitters or playdates yesterday and today for the times he has had to be gone. Silas and I are playing and doing meals like we used to (as much as possible; I am not very mobile these days!). Last night I was exhausted after it all and fell asleep early! But it was worth every moment of time with my firstborn.

Memory Moments

I went back to the doctor yesterday for a check-up. We've made it to 34 weeks - thank You, Lord! The great thing about making it this far is that statistically, babies born after 34 weeks fare just as well as babies born later than that. If I had our little ones right now, they would probably need some help breathing and eating initially, but there would not necessarily be long-term developmental concerns. BUT, it doesn't appear as though I will be having them right away. My body is holding up well, even though the contractions are increasing. So my doctor upped the dose of the medicine I'm on and reminded me to take it easy.
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There have been a few moments this week that I don't want to forget...
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1. Silas has a runny nose and can't breathe very well. He has needed a bit more cuddling and rocking at naptime and bedtime. The other night I was rocking and singing to him as he drifted off to sleep, kind of propped around my side with his head on my tummy. I realized that these are the last few days of me getting to rock and sing to all 3 of my babies at the same time. While it is terribly uncomfortable, I'm cherishing the quiet moments of us 4 in the rocking chair at once.
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2. Grandma and Grandpa came to visit over the weekend. Grandpa Lee did all kinds of helpful house projects, which was a huge blessing. And they both wore Silas out with activity. Grandma took Silas out in the backyard a couple times to play in the "waterfall". Silas LOVED it...

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3. We spent time with good friends on Memorial Day. Julie and I took a couple pictures together of our very pregnant selves. Then promised each other we would not post them on our blogs!

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4. It's a good thing I love our puppies so much. This little crazy one adds to the reason I stay so warm at night. As if it isn't enough that I'm carrying two babies, he has to go and sleep on the air vent! I will often call him to move and when he comes over, his chest is freezing cold.

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5. This evening I was not up for making dinner so the three of us ran to Chick-fil-a. Thanks so much to Shane's Aunt Joyce...she totally knew what I would love so sent us a gift card to our favorite quick place to eat! As we were heading out, Shane said that we should probably appreciate how easy it is to decide to run out at the last minute right now. In a few weeks, we won't be going anywhere quickly!