Colorado Springs

On October 19th, base housing shut off our water for one week to put in new pipes. I was not thrilled about staying in a hotel with Hayden, so we decided to go to Colorado Springs and see Michelle's new house and spend time with her and her husband. We had a great time visiting with them. I am so glad my sister is closer now and we can visit more often. The timing was perfect, I am on maternity leave and Michelle is still job hunting! We did some fun shopping, went on walks, saw the Air Force base in the springs (that we will hopefully go next) and just had a great time being together. I miss having good shopping, let's be honest Cheyenne doesn't have a lot to offer. Paul stayed for a few days, but then had to go on alert. While he was there he was playing with Hayden right after I nursed her and she threw up barely missing Paul's mouth! It was great. Paul was very grateful that he moved in time to have it hit his chin and chest!

Hayden's 1st bath

Hayden's umbilical cord took a month to fall off and we couldn't give her a full bath until it did. So her first bath was on October 15th! She hates getting wet and being undressed so she usually screams pretty loud. But she did better in the tummy tub!

Kim's visit

My friend Kim Smith came out to visit and help me out with Hayden. She came out on the 15th of October and stayed until the 18th. It was so much fun having her here, especially because Paul was gone on alert and I had company. She is a great friend to make the drive out to Cheyenne and hang out with Hayden and I.

Welcoming our new arrival

Hayden Michelle Pratt was born on September 16, 2009. She weighed 7 lbs 7 oz and was 20 inches long!