SHE'S HERE!!!!!

KENDELL GRACE BECK




has finally arrived!!!!

She came June 15, 2011 at 12:13 pm. She weighed 9 lbs 3 oz. and measured 21 inches. She looks like her daddy and brother Xander, and has a good amount of dark hair. Zachary is keeping his fingers crossed that his wish will come true and her dark hair is here to stay.
She is the sweetest little girl and FYI.... she is not chubby, fat, chunky, or rolled..... she's just healthy. Her brother's already adore her, and her parents are thrilled to have her here.
Although it took forever for her to decide to make her entrance (you've read my posts the last few weeks), when she did, mommy only had to push three times and out she came. Right now we're just adjusting to our new life and enjoying our sweet little girl.

What was that?!?

Lately the boys have been blowing Zach and I away with the words and phrases that have been coming out of their mouths. They just seem to be growing up so quickly and understanding things that I really didn't think they could possibly comprehend. So without further ado.... I bring you the latest addition of "isms".

XANDER-ISMS:



A few days ago while riding in the car I was telling Zach my latest uncomfortable pregnancy moment. I had been with the boys when a lady approached me, began asking me questions about my pregnancy, and then with BOTH HANDS began rubbing my belly. Zach gave a chuckle and replied: "You're kidding me! She actually did that?" Me: "Yes, can you believe it?" Then from the back of the car came a little voice that said "Uhh.. Awkward!" Shocked and surprised, Zach and I turned to each other mouths gaping wide and began laughing. Yep, my little Xander had just said the word awkward, and actually used it correctly. Apparently mommy has been using that word a little too much lately, but let's be honest... people do and say some really awkward and strange things to pregnant ladies.

Then a day later as we sat talking at the table after dinner Xander climbed up into Zach's lap and I made the comment about how interesting it is that we have two boys who are basically miniature carbon copies of each of us. Zach turned to Xander and asked "Are you a little mini version of me?" to which he received the reply "Yes, but if I keep eating and sleeping, then I will wake up and be as BIG as you some day daddy." To which Zach replied "You mean you'll be as tall as daddy right 'cause daddy isn't BIG is he?" "Well, if you don't eat your 'vegebles' and 'ex-ersize' then you will be BIG daddy." Let's just say that Zach and I both skipped out on dessert that night.


BLAYNE-ISMS:



Blayne's "isms" may not have been as shocking as Xander's but they sure have been heart melting.

On Saturday morning Zach came walking into the kitchen for breakfast and received quite the warm welcome...
Blayne: "Oh Daddy, you look so handsome!"
Then on Sunday morning when I came into the front room I was met with....
Blayne: "Aww... that dress so cute." and "Your hair so pretty mommy."
Basically, giving us the best start to a day anyone could ask for. Who wouldn't want their own personal affirmation specialist?

So, our little boys are growing up and taking our breath away daily. They continually surprise me with their intelligence, their compassion, their wit, and imaginations (they currently have a slight obsession with cowboys- thanks Feifel goes West).

I can't wait to hear the "isms" that will come out of their mouths when this little girl finally decides to make her appearance.

39 weeks....

AND NO END IN SIGHT. UGH.......


We have come to the conclusion that I had better get used to looking at this large belly because apparently this little girl has decided to stay in as long as possible. For the last few weeks I continue to have long, strong contractions that get my hopes up and then quickly come to an abrupt end. It's like she's playing a never ending game of "Psych!!" just to mess with me. All morning long and throughout church I was having contraction after contraction. Then, as soon as we got home, they became very sparse and our hopes were dashed once again.
They boys are even beginning to get frustrated as the time when Nana and Papa will be coming keeps getting further and further away. They have even begun praying that "Nana and Papa will get here soon." or that they can "go to Nana and Papa's house instead." Last night while talking on the phone with my parents I believe they asked when they were coming about 15 times. (I hear you boys... I can hardly wait myself!!)
Basically Zach and I have decided that these last few weeks have been just a very large lesson in Patience and Trust in the Lord for the both of us, but to be honest.... Zach is handling this lesson with much more grace than I am. He has been absolutely fabulous and mega supportive. He not only listens to my whining and complaining, but then asks what he can do to help or simply does something like begins rubbing my feet/legs. He doesn't complain that the house is gross, or that the meals have been a little lacking, and even though he may be tired after a long day of work.... he is always ready and willing to do anything for or with the boys.
Yeah, HE'S THE BEST!!