Some Updates

It turns out that Cora and Carys are just about exactly 2 1/2 years apart.  I realized the auspiciousness of this on Monday when I called the pediatrician to make a newborn appointment for Carys and a 2 1/2 year appointment for Cora.  This is going to be fantastically convenient since it is just now dawning on me the challenge of getting two girls ready and out the door.  (Not to mention myself!  I'm beginning to see the appeal of pajama jeans!!)  Thankfully, Mema was here to help me manage it all.  Next week, I get to attempt it by myself. . .Something tells me I'm going to develop a new appreciation for all the episodes of Dino Dan and Dora the Explorer that John has dvr'd for us!

So, for those of you keeping track, here are the important stats:
Cora
Weight: 27 lbs, 50th percentile
Height: 35 inches, 50th percentile
Since birth, she has doubled her height and multiplied her weight times 5!

Carys
Weight: 6 lbs, 12 oz (back to birth weight, yay!), 25th percentile
Height: 19 inches, 50th percentile
Dr. Mitchell was slightly concerned about one of Carys' hips.  She noticed a bit of wiggling as she rotated Carys's legs.  So, we are waiting for our 2 week appointment to see if we may need to look into some therapy.  But, other than that, we have 2 happy, healthy girls!

I love this picture of the sisters.  I hope that their relationship remains as sweet as this picture.  The prayers of our friends and family have definitely been answered.  The adjustment to having a newborn and a preschooler has been much easier than I had feared.  Carys has pretty much put herself on a nice schedule.  She has awake time during the morning, and she feeds about every 3 hours (or whenever mommy tries to sit down to eat!!).  Cora is adjusting as well as can be expected.  She's been a bit clingy and whiny, but she loves her baby sister.  She always wants to see her and to give her kisses.  Fortunately, Mema and P-pa have been here this week to spoil her a little while I take care of Carys.  I can't believe we've been a family of four for a week now.  We're looking forward to ringing in 2011 together!