12.31.08 - Visitors!

Maddie smiles while being held by Amy. She and her husband, Kent, came by while in town from Chicago visiting family for the holidays. Later, Grandpa Greg and family came with dinner.

12.30.08 - The Burpies

Having a hard time getting the burpies out makes for a long day.

12.29.08 - One week checkup

Maddie gets a clean bill of health at her one-week checkup with Dr. Green.

12.28.08 - Those eyes!

Maddie is opening her eyes more today.

12.27.08 - Baby's first bath

Don't be fooled. Maddie isn't enjoying this as much as she'd like you to believe.

12.26.08 - Going home

Makes you smile, doesn't it? :)

12.25.08 - Merry Christmas to us!

Miss Maddie plays with her fingers while sleeping in on Christmas morning, unaware that she is the greatest gift we could ever receive.

12.24.08 - She's here!

Maddie arrives at 8:16 p.m. on Christmas Eve, a week ahead of schedule, at 7 pounds, 10 ounces and 21 inches.