Christmas 2011 was great. We stayed at mom's like we normally do and opened gifts and had dinner there. It was nice to see Jimmy be so thankful for his gifts. After every gift he said "Thank you whomever" Jessica was into opening gifts too. Jimmy had to tell her a couple of times they were his gifts and tell her "no Jessica." His big gift was his Thomas table. When he saw it he dropped the movie he had and ran to play with it. It was great, although he first saw the box and then the table. It was a great Christmas!

Crawling backwards

Jess is moving across the room bu crawling backwards. Very exciting

Bath together

Jessica and James tok a bath together for the first time on Saturday. Both James and I helped out, but we did not put Jess in her baby tub (big mistake). James got shapoo in his eyes Jess was super slippery. Fun times. Tonight jameshad a meeting so I gave both kids a quick bath together aain. This time I put Jess in her babytub it went very well.

I would bank money on the fact that Jessica said "hi" this,morning to her father. She did it again in the evening but im sure no one would believe us

6th month appointment

Jessica had her 6th month appointment today. She weighs 14 lbs 9.5 oz((18.31%), she is 2' 0.75"(13.47) long and her head circumferences is 15.98"(5.14). She took her shots like a champ and cried a little. I'm so proud of her.

Jesus and Christmas

James was looking at the tree we decorated on Sunday. I told him we need to put the presents under the tree. He then pointed to an ornament and said "like this" I replied yes. I then told him the most important present is Jesus and that is why we celebrate Christmas. He then asked when Jesus was coming, I told him he is always with us. He then looked around for Jesus. It was the most wonderful most touching moment.

Read a book

At bedtime we always read to James and Jessica as a part of our routine. Tonight James wanted to read to us, so he read "It looked like split milk" He has read the book so many tmes that he can read it to me. This was wonderful!

Counting

Last night I was reading James a Caliou counting book that counted up to 12. He was able to countup to 12 as I pointed to the objects. This morning Jessica sat up by herself for about 15 minutes before reaching for a toy and falling over.

Thanksgiving 2011

Today is Thanksgiving and I am so Thankful. I am blessed with 2 healthy children and a wonderful loving husband. God I love you for allowing me to enjoy this life you have blessed me with

Thanksgving Feast

Yesteday at James' Thanksgiving feast his teacher told me that he was the only kid who knew that the nexy day was Thanksgiving. I am such a proud mom!

Laugh

I was playing with Jessica on her playmat and tickling her and she started laughing. I am so excited because this is the first time she has laughed when she was tickled

Dentist

Jimmy has to get his tooth pulled. We went for a second opinion today at University of Penn Dental and they told me unfortunitely he needed to get it pulled. How upseting, but I'm not sure it's upsetting for me or Jimmy.

Horses

After Jimmy's dentist appointment he saw some horses, so on the way home he asked me "where do horses come from" I laughed and said "from there parents.L I thought it was so cute.

it is snowing today for the first time in jessicas life

Name/Oh my Gosh

At the dinner table, Jimmy was coloring and trying to write the letter J and he almost wrote it. He then reconized his name when I wrote out James. Jimmy is too funny. I rearranged Jessica's room and when I showed Jimmy he said "Oh my Gosh" with a shocked look on his face. It was so cute. He then started saying " aww shucks" I asked him who taught him to say that. He said " Mom Mom I laughed and told his dad.

Orchards

Today we went to Linvilla Orchards to have some fun. It was a beautiful 80 degree day. When we first when we first arrived James picked out his pumpkin. I think we will make pumpkin seeds out of it. After that we went to the playground. James loved the playground and visited it often. I took the two kids on a train ride. It was fun! We ate so much food our stomachs almost hurt. We had chicken wings, funnel cake, carmel coated apples with sprinkles, and apple cider. After we were finished all of that, we went to the orchards and picked apples. From the apples we picked, James and are are going to make an apple cake. It was a great day had by all. The funniest thing is little James did not take a nap. I thought he would sleep after we dropped off mom, nope. Daddy feel asleep and Jess did, but not James.

Book Store

This morning we went to Barnes and Nobels to buy some books (Uncle James gave us some gift cards). Coming into the store I explained to James the difference between a library and a book store. James played while I searched for some good books. We ended up purchasing a cailou, thomas book and some trains. After we brought the books James said "thank you mommy" The cashier thought that was so nice. I replied "you're welcome honey!" As long as I can I will always buy them books!

Jess 4 Month Appointment

Today, Jess had her 4 month doctors appointment. The doctor was very impressed by her progress. She weighs 13 lbs 2.6 oz (33.64%), she is 2 feet long(34.48%), and her head circumference is 15.98 inches(34.46). She cried a little bit and James never even cried when he got his flu shot.

Growing up

Jess is such a good girl. All she wants to do is be talked to. She will look up at you wth those big b rown eyes and expect you to talk to her. She is adorable and I'm loving her and taking care of her. Jess is almost 4 months and she sleeps from 9 pm until I wake her around 5:30 (most nights). She's a great baby.

Tooth=

Very upseting day. James may have to get a tooth pulled. We went to the dentist for a follow-up appointment and the x-rays show that the infection is getting worse. Well I still want a second opinion so I have to take him to another dentist. I went on the internet and did all kinds of research to find out that I may be able to get a temporary tooth. Well see all I know is James will be there when it is done.

I'n gonna tell

Jimmy is now into saying "ooooohhhhhh I'n gonna telllllll. Mom-Mom please touch" it is the cutest thing and he loves the Please Touch but he just want to tell and he is serious

Dates

9/13- Jess tried to hold her own bottle

9/14- I layed Jess down on her stomach to go to sleep.and when i went back in to check on her a couple of minutes later she was on her bacl. James and I were so excited.

Bottle

Today Jess was trying to hold a bottle on her own. How grown

Hospital 2

This morning Jimmy and I stayed home from church because he was a little sick and I wanted him to get better. When James left he saw a knot in Jimmy's head (I barely noticed it0 . I tried to put ice on it but of course he wouldn't let me. Jimmy claims that it was from falling out the bed, although I never heard him. he would later tell Val he was nd fell jumping on his bed. While at the Wilkinson cookout later that evening the bump got larger and we went to the emergency room. They didn't it was from although we think it was from a bug bite.

Screaming

All of a sudden Jess is starting to scream when she talks. I dont know why but she thinks it is the funniest thing.

Jimmy and I made brownies, but put them in ice cream cones. They were really good.

Family Cookout

Today we went to Delaware for a family cookout on James' side. It was really nice. There was a bouncer so Lil Jimmy was able to have fun. I enjoyed getting to know other people in his family. I wish they could have come to our wedding. We played games and ate. Nice time had by all.

First Day Back

Today was my first day back and it was challenging. Little Jimmy did not cry to much. We talked about not crying and listening to his teacher. The major problem was he did not take a nap. That is tomorrows issue. I guess they cannot force him to take a nap. Jess is the other hand was an angel. I mean she Mom Mom and gets all the love in the world. The drop offs were fine. I left the house one minutes after I wanted to, so that was great.

Cried

So Jimmy went to his new school today and it did not go well. As a matter of fact he cried probably almost the entire 2 hours. I'm going to be stressed out on Monday. At dinner tonight Jimmy and I were talking about school and he was saying hallelujah and thank you Jesus and I was telling him to just pray when he gets upset at school. He replied and no crying. I was so proud of him and James and I are just trying to talk to him all week.

Earthquake

I'm watching TV planning on catching a few zzzz's before Jimmy gets up and I feel my house shake. At first I thought it was my dryer going crazy or maybe a truck going by. Then I realized oh no earthquake. I went downstairs and told my mom(she had Jay Jay for the day and brought him over to play with Jimmy- they were sleep). When I went back upstairs I turned on channel 6 nothing but CNN had it on that there was a 5.9 earthquake in Virginia. . This was my 3rd earthquake, but everyone was safe and James didn't feel it in Jersey at his job sight.

Phillies Game

Jess was great at the Phillies game she didn't cry or even want to eat. We stayed through the first half of the 7th inning. The Phillies won the game 9 to 4. Unfortunately Ryan Howard didn't play, but Jimmy still had a great time. He kept saying "hit it" when they were up to bat. I wish we could go to more games, but we had a great time. Jimmy fell asleep on the way home so it was easy putting him to bed. I love my family.

Night two

Jess did it again. I layed her down about 9:45 she moved for a couple of minutes and the she was still. Tonight a layed her down a little awake. I heard her moving around about 4:12 . I went down and fed her. Although I woke up about 1:15 and checked on her and closed her window it was chilly last night. Hopefully, she does this well when I'm back to woke next week

All night

Jess slept in her crib by herself all night last night. I layed her down about 8:30 and had to wake her up to eat about 4:30. What a big girl.

On my own

After a vacation of telling daddy he had to go potty and actually going, I really tried to follow that up a home. Well today I asked him if he had to go and he said "yes", so I put him on the potty. While on the potty he both #2 and #1. At first he didn't want to go, but I said dont't you want to make daddy proud he replied yes. Aterwards he said "mommy I make daddy proud I (and daddy who called.at that moment) told him "yes". What a great moment!

Bottle

Jess took her first bottle today from her Mom Mom. She was great, a whole 2 ounces and she took it like it was nothing and then wanted more. I love it

Hide and Seek

It was so cute today Jimmy wanted to play hide and go seek. He counts to 10 an then says "ready or not here I come" He did ita bunch of times, but always wanted to be the one who found Jess and I. We actually did hide and he seeked us out. it was cute.

2 month appt

Jess went to the doctor today and grew a lot. She was great for the doctor and the doctor loved her. Jess weighed 9 lbs 14 oz, (28.34%) 20 3b in (5.28) head 14 3/4 in (21.49 %). This evening I think Jess finally got James' cold ( although we tried to keep him away, but he loves her so much).

Smile

Jess smiled a big smile today, I love it

Underware

Today after gymnastics I brought Jimmy big kid under ware. We put his Thomas under ware on and he peed in them, oh well we're trying

Taking out books

I was so proud of James today. We went to the library and he took out 4 books. 3 of the books I picked out and he picked out one book on his own. After the library we go some pretzels and off to the house. When we got home we quickly read all four books. It was very exciting. When his father got home he showed him his books, and they read them together. A very excited child and a very excited mom. I pray he continues to love books and reading.

Earlier today Jess went to the doctor for the bumps on her face and the doctor said ahe just may have sensitive skin and to keep her cool. Hello eletric bill.

Skates

Jimmy went skating for the first time today. His cousin Izrael brought him skates (the kind you wear with sneakers for his birthday). So we decided to try them out. Jimmy had sch a great time. To further demonstrate how to skate his rather put on his roller blades. Then of course he wanted me to put on my blades. I admit I was scared, but I put down the baby and did it. It was fun. I thought I forgot, but I didn't. At one point though I couldn't stop. Of course at the end I fell. At least I was holding Jess (I put her down when I pit on my skates) and I didn't have Jimmy's hand. It was great family moment. Jimmy was all smiles the entire time.

Zoo

Jimmy woke up excited because is dad told him last night if he didn't cry going to bed maybe he would see Jay Jay and Imani, so of course he asked. When they got here we packed James' truck and went to pick up mom (Peaches and Izzy were meeting us at thee zoo. Jimmy smiled all the way to moms house and then to the zoo. When we got to the zoo we had to explain where we were at and he just smiled and had a great time. He had a chance to see all the animals we read about. He loved the giraffes and snakes, the big cats and his pony ride. He had a great time with his cousins and better yet mom had all of her grandchildren there. Jimmy was asleep less than 5 minutes after we left.

Awake

Funny that during my entire nap today, Jess is awake. I was too tired to stay up. Now that I'm up, she's tired. Funny

Library

Today, James had library class. So many problems. First he didn't want to even go in the library. I don't know what he was thinking, but he started crying. I was like come on. I had both kids and he wanted to act like a 2 year old. Well, he is two, but he normally acts like he is 4. So, I get him settled by feeding him (although the sign said no food allowed) and I got him a library card and we went to story time. He did not sit still for story time, but the lady said it was fine because he was acting age appropriately. I was somewhat embarrased. The new plan is to take him to take out some books before next Thursday's class so he can understand what a library is and the purpose

4th of July

The 4th began with Jimmy sleeping until 8:30. It was great! We were up late at my aunts the night before so he was tired. We called Nana tell her Happy Birthday. Two second after we got off the phone he wanted to call her back, so we did and he barely talked. Jimmy is a funny kid. hung out at home for most of the day then around 3:45 we headed to our local parade. It was really nice. Mom met us there, and we ended up buying water ice and pretzels. It was a really good time. When we got home I barbaqued some ribs and chicken made corn on the cob and we ate. Later we went to see our local fireworks. It was really nice. Jimmy was a little scared,but his dad held him.

Potty

I am so happy after a long afternoon and lots of hard work, Jimmy peed in the potty today. I am so happy and proud of this accomplishment. This is just the beginning.

Jess smiles

Today, Imani and I were playing with Jess on her mat and she smiled a big smile. I know I had a chance to play with her without Lil Jimmy all over her and I. She smiled though without having gas it was a true smile. YEEEEAAAHHHH

Follow It

Today, I showed mom, how Jess follows objects (what she should be doing). Although she ois still sleeping a little much for me, she is doing stuff she should be. We do belly time and read books.

No more pacifer

James is finished with his pacifer. Yesterday afternoon he didn't ask for when he was taking his nap, so I didn't give it to him. Then when he went to bed he again no pacifer. This monring we were looking at pictures and one had a pacifer in it and he said "I'm a big boy". He is finished with his pacy (what we call his pacifer). Yeah it was supper easy!

Jess at one month

Jess is doing great. She is a sleeper though and I know I should not complain but sometimes it is a little too much. We go for walks daily with lil Jimmy and when she is awake she loves them (she is nver awake for the whole entire walk though). She is a great baby though. All Jimmy says is is " mommy Jess is crying". When we were eating lunch b he had to leave the table to go in her room and check on her. Too cute. He loves to give her kisses. Jess is beginning to follow voices I find myself staying up later or ignoring Jimmy to get special time with her to read or do belly time. Finding the time to develop her is definitely a challenge.

Jimmy swims

Since Jimmy enjoys swimming so much, we decided to take him to the Plymouth Community Center to go swimming. He had a great time. After that we went to moms and the Mercers came over and we wet to Cracker Barrel for dinner. It was a nice evening. Jimmy feel asleep on the way home.

Swim class

It was like he swims all the time. He really didn't forget anything. Jimmy loves to swim, and for his age he is good at it. I'm glad we made the investment.

Gymnastics

Jimmy had gymnastics for the first time. He had a great time, although he cried int the beginning. James was there with him, so it made it easier on me. I'm glad I signed him up.

Father's Day

Father's Day was great. We took Jess to church for the first time. She slept through most of the service. After service we went to Haibacci and the food was made right in front of us. The big flame scared Jimmy a little, but I still think it was a great experience. After dinner we went to James and Marilyn's for dessert and played some games. It was a really nice day.

Back to work

Today I took Jess into school for my promotion ceremony. She slept through the entire ceremony, which was nice for me and I could enjoy it. I dropped Jimmy off at day care this morning, but when I picked up he was not his happy self. We'll see if he goes the rest of the summer. It was nice going back to work and showing off Jess (because she is so stinking cute) but I ended up having stuff to do. I couldn't believe I had to work on IEPs, but at least they were done and finished! Everyone said that Jess was cute and little (what's new)

Trip out

This evening we took a family trip in the new truck to babiesr us to get window shades for the car. This was Jessica's first trip out besides the doctors .earlier in the day.

smiled

I was feeding Jessica and talking to her telling her how much I love her and she smiled at me. I was so excited.

Skin to skin

Last night was a much better night. I was not crawling out of my skin and was able to get a little rest. Jessica on the other hand had to have all of her clothes removed so we could do skin to skin to get her to stay awake and eat. After that she ate no problem.

Juandice

Today was a rough day. I found out about noon she has jaundice and has to go under the lights. I cried she looked so uncomfortable with the shield over her eyes (to protect her retina from the lights). She had lots of visitors so I was back and forth to the nursery. One good thing was that she started eating better. That made me feel good because I really did t want her being supplemented with formula, but whatever it takes for her to be able to go home.

Jimmy's Reaction

Overall, James has been the big boy I know he could be. He calls his little sister "Je e ca"because he cannot say Jessica. It is so cute. All he wants to do is play with daddy. Oh how I love them so.

Jessica Renee

Jessica Renee Coursey was born a 8:11 AM. She weighed 6lbs 11oz and was 20 inches in length. She was an angel from the start. She latched on right away and had no problems.Jess enjoys sleeping most

The first night was great for Jess, but for mom I had to get an extra dose of allergy medicine because I was having an allergic reaction to the morphine and felt like I was crawling out of my in. I felt better after they gave me some Zyrtec but it was bad. Im ready to take Jess home, but I cant yet

Baby

I'm super nervous. Tomorrow is our big day when we will welcome our new baby into the world. I'm having a scheduled c-section, but didn't know they would tell us to be at the hospital at 5:30 AM for a 7:30 AM surgury. I'm blessed to have a mother that allows us to stay over so she can take Jimmy to daycare. God is good!

Two year Appt

Jimmy's 2 year old appointment went well. He is in the 35th (27.8 oz) percentile for weigh t. 21.61 % for height (2' 9.5). 45.73% for head circumference (19.13) was so funny when the doctor came in he said "Hi doctor" The doctor said he is doing very well and speaks very well. I'm proud of my little buddy!!!

Daddy's truck

James had a blast playing in daddy's new truck! He must have played in it for 20 minutes

Mother's Day

Mother's Day was wonderful. We got up, had breakfast, and went off to Aunt Dee's house. We spent a little time with her Kurt and Poppi because Jimmy had to get his birthday gift. They gave him clothes and he played with their dog. He had a good time. After church we (James and Marilyn the kids, Shawn, my family and mom) went to the Mariott in Conshockon for brunch and then to mom to watch the Lakers loose. It was a wonderful day!

Birthday

For James' birthday we went to church like every Sunday, then we went (with his cousins) to Chuck-E-Cheese. James had a great time playing and eating pizza! James was able to place his coins in the machine and play the games.

Resurrection Day 2011

What a day! Jimmy looked so cute in his Resurrection Day outfit. I taught children's church and did a bunch of activities with them. Imani watched Jimmy and decorated is cupcake, bag, and helped him find eggs. This was wonderful because he took a nap when he got home. For Resurrection Day dinner it was at my HOT house (we turned on the air eventually). I did not expect the weather to be so warm today, otherwise I would not have used my kitchen. We all survived. We had ham, turkey, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, rolls, potato salad (thanks to Aunt Jo), stuffing, and gravy. For desert BJs cake, apple pie and ice cream. We celebrated Jimmy's birthday (one week early). The kids played outside and in the garage and had a great time. It was a really good day in my little house (everyone thought the new baby's room was cute)!

Easter Bunny

Tonight I went to the mall to get a new phone and then if we had time we were going to get James' picture taken with the Easter Bunny. So, we get in line for the Easter Bunny and James was fine. He was looking at the bunny talking about him. It was almost his turn and the kid in front of him cried. So, you know what James does. He cries. He gave him a high five, but he would not sit on his lap. James and I both tried. I thought it was so funny that he was scared, because he is barely scared of anything/anyone.

Basketball

James brought Jimmy this new basketball hoop. Jimmy loves it to the point that on the way home, he talked about going home a playing with his basketball.

Give it up

So this morning James and I had a conversation about his pacifer and giving it to his sister. He stuck it in my shirt and said it was for the baby. Tonight, he went to bed without it, but around 10 he woke up crying and being sick I could not take it. I told James to give it to him.

I'm 2

James was teaching Jimmy to say how old he is, so all night Jimmy was saying "I'm two" when you ask him how old he was ***The next day mom asked him how old he was and he said "two"

Bowling

Tonight we went bowling with PBF to help raise money for the football team. Jimmy had a great time bowling. He said he had fun. I was so glad we were able to go and give him this experience.

Park

Today was a gorgeous day, so after dinner James and I took Jimmy to the park. He wanted to go outside so badly, so we told him to eat his broccoli and then he could go. He did and off we went. A little girl (3) at the park was trying to purposely push past Jimmy all the time, but he was cool and was like "I don't have time for that drama." Although he didn't say it, I think he was thinking that. He then saw another little girls baby doll and kept saying "baby, baby." It was super cute. He then said goodbye to the baby, but not to the little girl. Too funny right!

Decorations

James was too cute. He came into the babies room and noticed that I started to decorate the walls of the room. He was confused, but a cute confused.

Flower Show

Today, Mom and I took James to the Flower Show. We took the train down the the show and then ate lunch at Reading Terminal. James enjoyed the flowers, so much that he tried to touch some and ended up pulling one out. I quickly put it back and moved on. As I was walking around he ended up falling asleep while we were at the show.

Contractions

I think I'm having contractions (Braxston Hicks), nothing serious, but I don't know because I really never went into labor with James.

Potty

James' bedtime routine includes him going to the potty. Well he sat on the potty for a few minutes then we got in the tub. James gets in the tub and starts to pee. I quickly get him on the toilet. He stops peeing. I place him back in the tub and he starts to pee again. I then rush him back to the toilet. Oh my almost 7 months pregnant and this is way too much lifting.

Football practice

Tonight Jimmy was a liitle coach on the football field. James took him with him to practice and Jimmy stood behind the other coach and said "set go" when they were running drills.

***This baby is moving up a storm! :-)

Crayon

James is growing so much these days. He is talking our head off and my oh my the things that come out of his mouth are amazing. This evening he tried something new. While I was cooking dinner he was in the dining room playing. I thought all was well until I turned on the light and he had written on the walll. He just smiled, but I really couldn't get mad because he doesn't erally know it's wrong. I mean he is smart and knows we write on paper, but I cannot overuse timeout. Some of it came off we will work on the rest this weekend.

The baby is doing well moving a little as I write this. I'm so excited about 15 more weeks to go!

Home Show

Tonight we took Jimmy to the home show at the Philadelphia Convention Center. It was nice. it was ironic that we ran into James' co worker. We didn't know his job had a booth there selling solar energy. After the show we went to Hard Rock Cafe for dinner. James loved it because of the music and lights.

Daddy get up

This morning I was feeding James his breakfast and he heard his daddy moan or move upstairs, so he said "Daddy up" I told him "no daddy is still sleeping, he's night night." James then replied "Daddy get up" I started laughing. We then played night night and pretended we were both asleep. Too cute

Adventure Aquarium

James had such a good time today at Adventure Aquarium. He went with his daddy while I was at a play "Race." We all had such a good time doing our different tasks. James was able to touch sting rays and sharks. What a great experience.

"A"

We were watching Sesame Street this morning while he was eating and we were getting dressed and the letter "A" came on the screen and James said "A" I was so excited.

Sing with me

Tonight I started to cry as Jimmy and I were singing "I love you Lord" together. He is so special and it is so sweet to hear him try to sing with his mommy. Hopefully this baby will come into this world loving God and wanting to sing his praises. I called my mom so he could sing to her and he just said " Mom Mom sing Mom Mom and sang a few phases.

January Appt

I was excited that James made it to my doctors appt. He was able to hear a very strong heartbeat. As we were getting ready to go, James told Jimmy "Mommy is going to drive daddy's car is that okay?" He replied "I guess so!" Too funny and too grown.

Potty

James sat on the potty today for the first time. He didn't do anything, but we are just getting him used to knowing what a potty is. He loves the fact that the potty has a fake flush handle and he likes the sound it makes. Maybe that will motivate him to use the potty.

Elmo's pacifer?

Today, Jimmy was so cute. He was playing with his Elmo and tried to give Elmo his pacifer. I told Jimmy that Elmo didn't want it and he didn't need it either. So, Jimmy decided to just put his pacifer in his crib. I was excited! On our way to getting rid of it.

Ultrasound

Today we had the 19 week ultrasound for the baby. Jimmy was so funny; prior to me being taken back he just ran around the waiting room. When we went back, I guess he was confused about why I was lying on a table with something on my stomach, so he was a litle fussy and James calmed him down. Eventually, James got him to go to sleep and mommy and daddy enjoyed seeing our baby girl in action. She was so good and well behaved. At first the technician could not tell the gender becuase the baby is breach. She continued to look and by the end the baby had moved some and she was able to state a girl! I have been thinking girl all along, so this just confirms it!!! The baby at this point weighs about 9 ounces (tiny I know but healthy), heartrate about 153 and she said estimated due date June 6th! We are super excited and thinking of names.