Harper meets Grammie and Grandpa Madruga

Quinito's parents came for a visit this week, and it was perfect timing because he had to leave for 4 days to go to California.  Though we missed him like crazy (and I'm pretty sure he missed us too) we managed with lots of help this week from the grandparents!  It's nice to have people around who are not afraid to change a poopy diaper or soothe a fussy baby.  

This week Harper decided that 2am-5am was the best time to be awake and fussy.  Luckily, Grandma "Yo" was here to help me try to get her back to sleep, even in the middle of the night!  And last night she only woke up for her feedings and changes and went right back to sleep with no argument.  Maybe this first little rebellious stage is over?  We'll see :)

When Q returned, he couldn't believe how big she had gotten!  You don't realize when you see her everyday, but he says shes absolutely huge!  That makes me proud; I'm feedin' that baby darn good. ;)

Now, the next challenge is being home by myself next week.  Up until now I have had lots of help getting through the day.  I've already figured out a few tricks to get things done when you are by yourself.  I put her in the stroller and wheel her around the house with me when I need to move from room to room.  This works well, especially when you have to take a shower!  I need to build up my upper body strength though because that car seat is HEAVY.  Luckily I do have a lightweight stroller that it fits in, but getting it to and from the car is tough!  I guess its time for my mommie muscles to bulk up. 

One more first; Harper's first Texas vs. OU football game is this afternoon!  She has know how to "hook 'em" since she was 30 weeks in my belly (we have the picture to prove it) and now (thanks to Grammie Yo) she has the burnt orange outfits.  Pictures to come of the newest little longhorn fan!

Here are some pics from this week!