Holly in November

Normally we would talk Holly when it comes to Christmas, but that is not that the case this time.  Holly Marie Cannode is the Star of this blog.  Holly was due on Dec 10th and decided she couldn't wait.  She arrived a tad early and was born on Monday, Nov 10th and weighed in at 4 lbs and 14 oz and 18 inches.  And... was ... Perfect!

It was a bit of a difficult day for both April and Holly.  We were very worried with her arrival being so early and April had some difficulties.  Without delving into the details... I will end with the exciting news that both are healthy and home enjoying time cuddling with each other.  But, not before Holly requested the use of the hospital tanning salon.  A Diva already; requesting to be a bronze beauty... oh boy, David and April... you are in trouble during those teenage years.  "What Holly wants... Holly gets".

Kris and I visited our new niece in the hospital on her 2nd day of life.  She was so tiny and so beautiful at the same time. The boys couldn't come in with us due to her being so tiny and April still recuperating. They were very understanding and hung out with Gma and Gpa while we visited Holly.

On her way home, they couldn't use their car seat, they needed a preemie car seat.  Look how tiny she was and it was in a 'Preemie Car seat".  Wow. We are just glad she is home being rocked by her mama and all are doing well.

Holly eats well and is growing like a weed.  She will soon be out of her preemie car seat and into a regular one.  She is so tiny yet has such long legs, piano fingers and definitely has significant plans for this world.  You can just see it in her eyes.  We love her and enjoy every minute we spend with her.  Can't wait to watch Kasey and Karsten running around the yard with her a few years from now.

Kasey and Karsten couldn't visit her in the hospital, but we visited their home shortly after.  Kasey's comment was"'oh - her ears are so tiny".  Really? just her ears? Karsten liked 'petting her like a dog' ~ I think he honestly just liked how soft her hair was. Both comments made us laugh.  I just love how kids see the world.  In the end, both kids said Holly was so pretty and that they loved her.  Will be fun watching these cousins grow up together.

Yup, this girl is PERFECT!  Can't wait until we can watch her while her parents go on a date!  Any time, guys.... anytime!