Justus Orchard Family Apple Adventure

Today we went to the apple orchard in Hendersonville, NC. I have always wanted to go apple picking (it's such a fall thing to do) and today we had the most wonderful family day trip! Be sure to check out all the great pictures, a link is posted in the sidbar to see more than these three. Ben slept in his carrier the whole time but we take that he had fun since he didnt cry. Madeline had a blast! She kept saying, "ubples" "pick" and "eat". She helped pick some and carry the basket (until it got apples in it) but once she got one to eat she went to town! The also had draft horses giving hayrides and while we didn't take a ride she was super excited about seeing the horses. She kept saying "hos" and"yide" once she saw it. Once we paid for our apples (a GREAT price by the way!) we enjoyed a cider slush and apple cider doughnuts...YUMMY! We ended up picking Mutsu, Cameo, and Pink Lady apples and I can't wait to get cooking. It was a wonderful day and I think we have definately started a new Connor family tradition.

One Month Old Today!

I can't believe that Benjamin is already one month old! It seems like I just had him! He is growing like crazy and such a cutie. We measured him at home and he was 22.5 so he has grown an inch and a half. Not sure what he weighs but he has definetly gained. He is a champion at nursing which is great and totally different from having to pump the whole year with Madeline. All I know is that maternity leave is going by way too fast! But we have done lots of fun family things and we are enjoying the time together. This picture is just after bathtime tonight.

One week old

Ben went on his first outing on Sunday to the family picnic with our church at the YMCA property. We had a great time and everyone was very understanding about just looking at him and not holding him since he is so young. Maddie and Hannah were really cute playing with the cornhole boards and bean-bags at the picnic.

Nana and Great Nana came to visit Fri. night/Sat. (I will post pics. soon) we enjoyed their company.

All in all the first week has been great; Madeline is a great big sister, Benjamin is a sweet baby boy, and I am married to the best man in the world. Very Blessed.

Welcome to the world Benjamin Vance Connor!

Benjamin Vance Connor, 8lbs. 6oz. born 09/12/10 at 4:29am. Our little guy decided to come 2 weeks early but we are so happy he is here! I woke up at 1230am and my water had broke but I wasnt having contractions. Llora was sweet enough to come stay the night with Madeline and Adam & I got to the hospital about 130am; by that time I was having contractions. This labor wasnt bad at all...not that it felt good but it was fast. I labored in a rocking chair, which was great. Long story short, 4 minutes after I started pushing he was here; and praise God I was able to go natural again and he is healthy as can be!

Madeline is a great big sister and she loves to name his eyes, mouth, etc. and "hold" him with our help. She also rocks him in his carseat and is very gentle with him. We are so proud of her!

Ben is a champ nurser! A nice change for me with having to pump with Madeline.

We came home on Tuesday afternoon and all has been great...except he didnt want to sleep that night. We think we figured it out though so hopefully tonight will be better.

My mom and dad got to come down and see him; it was nice that my dad actually got to see him as a newborn because Maddie was 6 months when they met. My mom helped out with Maddie while we were in the hospital and she went home Tuesday morning.

Anyway, that is the rundown of the newest little Connor...we hope you will come visit us soon!

2nd Birthday Preview

I should have all of the party pictures up soon but here are a few that Adam's Papa TC send us. (note: the party was 8.28.10) Thank you to everyone who helped make her party such a special day!