Caileb Alexander Reay

Caileb Alexander Reay
30 July 2012
3.18kg

Welcome to the world beautiful Caileb. We are so happy that you finally here, we love you already so so much.

CONGRATULATIONS SHANE AND MELISSA!!
He is gorgeous and we know that you 2 are going to make the best parents and Caileb is so blessed to have you.
Melissa WELL DONE you brave girl!!!! Soooooooo proud of you!!!

MAY GOD'S LIGHT ALWAYS SHINE UPON YOU AS A FAMILY AND KEEP YOU SAFE FOREVER. 

Logan's Bump 13 weeks 2 days

My bump is growing...which means my beautiful baby boy is growing.

I love you Logan, I can't wait to hold you in my arms, but until then...hope you nice and warm and safe inside Mommy's tummy.

Made out of Glass...

The other day, Jade climbs on Granny's kitchen table to get to the sweeties... And i turn around and see it, (almost had heart failure). I shout at her: Jade get off there now, before you break something!!!!
Her reply, very confident and a bit irritated with her overprotective Mommy:

"Mom, I won't break, I'm not made out of glass"

Need I say  more! Granny then nicely explained to her, that even though she is not made out of glass, she can still break an arm or a leg, because bones do break.

By the way Jade...if I could I would put you in a bubble to keep you safe everyday!!

Bibbles is a Boy!

 My little hand...and I have 10 fingers and 10 toes, the Doctor counted them

 My leg and foot

 I am a BOY...

Size:  6cm
Heart rate: 155bpm
Sex: A BOY

Yes...we are having a boy...we are super excited! I must say I did expect it, because the pregnancy is completely different to Jade's, but it's still nice to have confirmation.

We are truly blessed that we have a beautiful daughter and now a gorgeous little baby boy. We thank GOD for loving us so much and blessing us with 2 Angels.

Bibbles' name is William Logan Alexander, we will call him Logan though.
He is going to be Mommy's new man
Daddy's best friend
But I think he will always be Jade's little Bibbles

We can't wait to meet you Logan, we love you already endlessly.

Where did the time go???

It feels like yesterday, when I held her for the first time in the hospital. I can remember taking her home and she was so small and helpless...and now look at her, the most beautiful, amazing, bright little girl you can ever imagine...and she is my Jadie pie.

I look at her and I can't help to wonder where did all the time go?

But then I think of all the giggles and laughs, the hugs the unconditional love, the breath taking moments, the heart felt kiss, the soft baby arms around my neck...and I remember...thats where the time went...a perfect life with our little miracle.

Jade, you make life complete, I love you so much, no words can ever describe what you mean to me. Mommy is unbelievably proud of you, you are the reason my heart beats.

Mommy to be Party - SUPRISE!!

Thank you to everyone who took the time to be there, I appreciate it so so much and thank you for the beautiful gifts....LUCKY LUCKY GIRL!! You all mean the world to me and I love you dearly.

Dankie Grissie vir al jou moeite, dit was sooooooooooooo groot suprise en ek weet jy het so baie moeite gedoen, ek waardeer dit ontelbaar baie....en ek waardeer jou!!!!!! Ek is onbeskryflik lief vir jou, jy is my sussie en my beste este een uit 'n miljoen...triljoen...biljoen...gazillion BFF!!!!

Thank you Lord for my Girlfriends....how blessed am I to have Angels as Girlfriends. Amen

Jade Kruger Park Visit

So, Jade comes to me and asks: "Mom can I go with Granny and Granpa to the park"
What do I do.....
What do I do.....
Be selfish and say no...because I am going to miss her too much (which was a very tempting thought I must admit)
Or let her go and enjoy a wonderful holiday with her Granny and Grandpa in the Kruger Park...CAMPING!!!
So I did the right thing and said yes, with a very heavy heart.

Jade growing up is very hard for me....I still feel like she is a tiny baby that I just want to hold in my arms all day long to make sure nothing happens. But that's not life...I know...but it doesnt make it any easier knowing.

She had an absolute blast, her cousins Noa and Shannon was also with and from the photo's and updates I got, they really had an amazing time.

She saw Mufasa, then she says: "Mommy I saw Mufasa today, but then he went into the grass and he looked a bit creepy, so I think it was Scar" lol
She saw Pumba, Melvin, Gloria, Martie and Elephants.
But the best part was, she got to sleep in the Caravan, the whole week before she went, I heard about her special cupboard she has in the caravan and her bed.

I got special gifts from her when she came home. A beautiful beaded bracelet and a rhino key ring, which, and I quote, "I bought myself for you with my own money"
I will treasure it forever my beautiful Angel, you will never know how much these gifts mean to me.
Daddy also got a key ring, he is very chuffed too!

Thank you Granny and Granpa for taking her with and spoiling her, I can tell this will be a holiday she will remember for a very long time to come.

Nothing beats that moment though when I saw her and her whole face lit up and she screamed MOMMY!!!

Disney on Ice

I regret not taking my camera with, didnt think we would be allowed to, but we were, so a bit sad about that.
Jade, Ouma Nettie, Brian and myself went to go watch the show...and it was AMAZING to say the least.
It's really well done and even us "grown ups" enjoyed it.
But what I wish most of all...was that I could capture Jade's face during the show...she was in complete awe of what was happening, it was like the most amazing thing she has ever seen. I got tears in my eyes watching her, because it was so so big for her.
And when Toy Story came on, she asked me: "Mommy, please ask Barbie if she will come and sit by me for a little bit"
Was soooo cute!
When the show was over, it was tears...because she didnt want to leave. Brian bought her the programme which has photo's of all the acts and then she will page through it afterwards and sigh: "I wish I could see them again"
Experiencing everything through her eyes is so special, wish I could freeze time with moments like these.

Jade and Oumie making pancakes

Making pancakes with Oumie...and they were sooooo nice! (although I only got one...)
Jade loves spending time with Oumie Nettie!

I found this beautiful poem and I would like to dedicate it to our Bibbles:

A Love Letter To My Unborn Child

I write this letter to my unborn child from the depths of my soul.
You've entered my womb and made my life complete and whole.
I never thought I would be chosen for such an awesome task.
It is a greater blessing than what I ever could ask.
I can almost imagine you in my mind.
Beautiful, Happy, Bouncing, flashing a smile so kind.
Feeling you flutter is a sensation like no other.
It does wonders for the joy of this soon-to-be-mother!
You create a glow in me I never knew I would see.
It is true happiness that sets me on cloud nine manifested deep inside of me!
You're my baby, my child, my heart, and my wonder.
I pray we create a bond that no one can put asunder.
You're a designers' original! A creation from the King!I can hardly wait for you to enter the world and see the joy you bring.
Sweet baby of mine, you're a magnificent gift from above.
Living proof of how your father and I have shared our love.
I hope you have your fathers' eyes
Then you will go into the world able to look at all things wise.
I hope you inherit my ability to plan.
With that you will be able to face all things in life as a strong woman or man.
I hope you receive from your father his selfless ways.
For this the Heavenly Father will bless you, as he did him, all of your days.
I hope you learn from me, spirit and let no one take it.
Believe me you will need it in life, and many will try to break it.
But with that spirit you must have your father's center.
With that you will be cautious of any door you enter.
I want you to have my curiosity.
There's nothing wrong with questions you may blurt!
But receive your fathers' discernment,
so you'll know when to let go before getting hurt.
Have my big heart; know what emotions are and how to be real.
Share your fathers' strength so you can handle what you feel.
Share his sense of humor! Laugh a lot it helps you through life.
Share my sense of duty. Know how to be serious and take strife.
I'm emotional so I tell you its okay to blubber once and a while like your Mom.
But learn to develop what your father has; an excellent sense of calm.
But most of all the things I wish for your father and I to share.
I wish we teach you to love, respect, strength of mind, and to care.
These are my feelings, wishes and hopes for you.
You make my heart and soul sing!
I welcome you to the world and thank you for the joy,
my little King or Queen.

WTJ +

We are unbelievable happy and proud and most of all blessed to announce we are pregnant again.

We went for our second scan today, our beautiful Bibbles (Jade choose the name) is:

25mm big
9 weeks and 2 days
Heartbeat 170bpm.

 6 weeks and 5 days

9 weeks and 2 days

Everything, exactly the way it should be, Dr. Markram is extremely pleased and so are we.

This pregnancy is a bit different so far than Jade's...less stressful...but I feel YUGGY, EVERYTHING makes me want to throw up and everything smells off, I am tired all the time, no matter how much I sleep, but hopefully just a few more weeks and I will be feeling better. And above all...when I saw that little heart beat flutter on the screen and hear it...it makes it all worth it.

Thank You Dear Lord, for blessing us with another Miracle, we are beyond happy and we know we don't deserve all the blessings we receive, yet You still love us enough to give them anyway. Please protect this little baby and bless his/her life and let us have a healthy pregnancy. Amen

Seeing your little heart beat....makes my heart skip a beat.